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WOODS
CONTROLS
THROTTLE (T)
-
Move the throttle lever forward
to increase engine speed until the maximum governed
engine RPM is reached. Move the lever rearward to
decrease engine speed until the engine reaches its idle
speed
.
KEYSWITCH (K)
-
The keyswitch has three
positions: OFF, RUN, and START. Insert the key and
turn it clockwise to move the switch from OFF to RUN.
Turn it further to START and hold to engage the starter.
Release the key and the switch will return to RUN from
START. Turn the key counterclockwise to OFF to stop the
engine. On the Predator Pro DFI models, if either tank
runs out of fuel, cycle the keyswitch to the ON or RUN
position 2 to 3 times, without cranking, for 10 seconds to
prime the fuel system.
CHOKE (C) -
Pull the choke control out to set the
choke ON. Push it in to set the choke OFF.
ENGINE INDICATOR LIGHT (E) -
A check
engine light is provided on DFI units for Kawasaki engine
dealers to diagnose engine codes.
NOTE:
When starting
the engine, the indicator light will come on briefly as an
engine system check. If the light continues to blink after
initial start-up, shut off engine, insure the battery cables
are connected properly and securely, and that the battery
is charged properly. Re-start the engine. If the indica-
tor light continues to blink, contact an authorized Woods
dealer.
DFI operator's right side
POWER TAKE OFF (PTO) SWITCH
(P)
-
The operator must be in the seat when engaging
the PTO or the engine will kill. Pulling the PTO switch
out engages (turns on) the PTO and starts the blades
or other attachment. Pushing the PTO switch in
disengages (turns off) the PTO and stops the blades or
other attachment.
NOTE:
The PTO switch does not control attachments
powered by a separate engine.
– Disengage the PTO whenever you stop or leave
the operator’s position.
– Shut off engine with the key and remove the
spark plug wires before making adjustments or
unplugging a clogged mower.
– Do not engage the PTO until ready to start mowing.
HOUR METER (M)
-
Records accumulated
time the machine is in operation and provides
service alerts. Push and release MODE button to
toggle between functions. Provided service alerts
include change engine oil and filter, change hydraulic
oil, and service air filter. When the service time is
approaching, an alert message will flash temporarily,
interrupting whatever mode the meter is in. This will
continue until the alert is reset. When the service
interval reaches "0" hours, the word "NOW" replaces
the hours remaining. To reset the service alert,
depress and hold down the mode button for 6 seconds
while in the alert to be cleared.
