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Snapper LT180H421BV2 Lawn Mower User Manual

1. LOWEST CUT FIGURE 2 14 2 Raise or lower deck to any of six positions as desired Release lock button A WARNING A DO NOT park machine on slopes MOVE PARK BRAKE LEVER UP TO ENGAGE PARK BRAKE FIGURE 2 12 Section 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2 6 ROLLING TRACTOR WITH ENGINE OFF 2 6 1 Rolling Hydro Models 1 With engine OFF move to rear of tractor 2 Pull the roll release control all the way out to disengage the hydro transmission See Figure 2 15 PULL ROLL RELEASE CONTROL ALL THE WAY OUT TO DISENGAGE HYDRO TRANSMISSION ROLL RELEASE CONTROL PUSH ROLL RELEASE CONTROL ALL THE WAY IN TO ENGAGE HYDRO TRANSMISSION ROLL RELEASE CONTROL FIGURE 2 15 3 Move tractor to desired location 4 Set park brake 5 Push roll release control all the way in to engage hydro transmission See Figure 2 15 NOTE The transmission will not propel the tractor if it is left in the ROLL position 10 A WARNING DO NOT disengage the hydro transmission and coast down slopes DO NOT use Roll Release Control to disengage hydro transmission unless machine motion can be controlled and engine is off Section 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2 7 REVERSE LOCKOUT MECHANISM Data indicates that tragic back over accidents occur each year These accidents usually involve unsupervised children Many times these children have been given rides on the machine and have been trained to view
2. START 25 FIGURE 2 9 2 4 2 STOPPING WHEEL DRIVE 1 Fully depress clutch brake pedal to stop wheel drive See Figure 2 10 CLUTCH BRAKE FULLY DEPRESS CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP WHEEL MOTION FIGURE 2 10 Section 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2 4 STOPPING 2 4 5 RELEASING PARK BRAKE 2 4 3 STOPPING MOWER BLADES 1 Fully depress clutch brake pedal Move park brake 1 Stop mower blade by pushing blades switch IN to lever DOWN to release park brake Release disengage blades See Figure 2 11 clutch brake pedal See Figure 2 13 ON PUSH BLADE SWITCH IN TO PARK THE OFF POSITION e I BLADE SWITCH OUT TO THE ON POSITION SS NUS FULLY DEPRESS 1 CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL FIGURE 2 11 FIGURE 2 13 WARNING 2 5 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Once blades are disengaged they should come to a 1 Depress lock button on cutting height adjustment complete stop in 5 seconds or less If the blades lever See Figure 2 14 continue to rotate after 5 seconds the blade brake DEPRESS LOCK BUTTON must be repaired Return machine to an authorized SNAPPER dealer DO NOT continue to operate machine until blade brake has been repaired and functioning properly 2 4 4 SETTING PARK BRAKE CUTTING 1 Fully depress clutch brake pedal HEIGHT 2 Move park brake lever up into slot See Figure 2 12 ADJUSTMENT 3 Release pedal LEVER PUSH PEDAL ALL PARK BRAKE THE WAY DOWN HIGHEST CUT
3. 3 Remove mower deck See Section on DECK REMOVAL 4 Remove deck idler tension spring Remove nuts that secure the spindle pulley covers See Figure 4 35 5 Remove belt 6 install new belt 7 Reinstall both pulley covers 8 Reinstall mower deck to tractor TOP VIEW OF 48 MOWER DECK ENGINE TO DECK DRIVE BELT PART No 4 6926 SPINDLE PULLEY COVER TENSION SPRING ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY TENSION SPRING SPINDLE PULLEY COVER SPINDLE TO SPINDLE MOWER BELT PART No 2 8334 FIGURE 4 35 28 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR WARNING A DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or service with the engine or blades running STOP blades STOP engine Set brake Remove key Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug Engine and components can be extremely hot Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool 4 5 BATTERY 4 5 1 BATTERY REMOVAL 1 Raise operator s seat 2 Remove the two adjusting knobs 3 Remove seat assembly and move forward Use care not to disconnect wires from seat switch See Figure 4 36 REMOVE ADJUSTING KNOBS AND MOVE SEAT Aer FIGURE 4 36 Remove negative cable first Remove positive cable last Remove battery See Figure 4 37 WARNING A Cables must be connected to battery terminals in the proper position as shown DO NOT attempt to charge battery while installed o
4. DRAG LINK LUBRICATION FIGURE 3 8 7 Steering Tie Rod Lubricate both ends of steering tie rod with a small amount of 30 wt motor oil from an oil can See Figure 3 9 LUBRICATE BOTH ENDS OF TIE ROD FIGURE 3 9 8 Park Brake Lever Using 30 wt motor oil lubricate the park brake lever mechanism pivot points which are located on the left hand underside of tractor See Figure 3 10 Lubricate mechanism with a thin coat of 30 wt motor oil PARK BRAKE LEVER LUBRICATE COMPONENTS ON UNDERSIDE OF TRACTOR FIGURE 3 10 15 9 Deck Lift Mechanism Lubricate all wear and pivot points of the deck lift 3 4 ANNUALLY END OF EACH SEASON Perform all maintenance as described in Section SERVICE EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS Also see Service Schedule 3 4 1 ENGINE 1 Service engine according to engine owner s manual 3 4 2 FUEL FILTER 1 Service fuel filter as instructed below on COLD ENGINE ONLY NOTE It may be necessary to drain the fuel tank before removing fuel filter to prevent spillage of gasoline 2 Locate fuel filter Remove hose clamps and fuel hoses from both sides of fuel filter 3 Install new fuel filter part number 1 4359 See Figure 3 11 NEW FUEL FILTER PART NUMBER 1 4359 Co FIGURE 3 11 4 Fill fuel tank with fresh gasoline Refer to engine owner s manual for fuel specifications 3 4 8 SPARK PLUG Remove and replace engine spark plug Refer to engine owner
5. STANDARD BLADE FIGURE 4 15 4 4 4 NINJA BLADE SHARPENING The Ninja recycling blades requires more frequent service intervals than standard blades When the blades are dull cut grass will be ragged and lawn will usually turn brown Sharpen standard blades as follows 1 Move tractor to a firm level surface 2 Turn engine OFF Remove key 3 Remove mowing deck from tractor 4 Remove mower blade s 5 Sharpen all cutting edges of the Ninja recycling blade at an angle of 22 to 28 degrees for optimum performance See Figure 4 16 ET NINJA BLADE BLADE TIP FIGURE 4 16 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR WARNING A DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or service with the engine or blades running STOP blades STOP engine Set brake Remove key Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug Engine and components can be extremely hot Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury 4 4 5 42 amp 48 MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT Move tractor to a firm level surface Turn engine OFF Remove key Remove mowing deck from tractor Position deck on its left side to access blade Remove blade mounting bolts on 42 decks or nuts on 48 decks See Figure 4 17 6 Install new blade 7 Torque 30 to 40 ft Ibs for 4
6. 4 With cell caps removed connect battery charger to battery terminals Red to positive terminal and black to negative terminal 5 Slow charge battery at 1 amp for 10 hours 6 If battery will not accept charge or is partially charged after 10 hours of charging at 1 amp replace with new battery 45 4 BATTERY STORAGE When out of season it is recommended the battery be removed charged and stored 1 Remove battery Refer to Section REMOVAL 2 Perform battery service 3 Bring battery to full charge if required 4 Store battery in an area away from the RIDER on a wood surface DO NOT STORE BATTERY ON A CONCRETE SURFACE BATTERY Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR WARNING A DO NOT OVERFILL Never attempt to service or charge the battery while it is installed on the machine DO NOT use BOOST chargers on the battery 4 5 5 BATTERY TESTING There are two types of battery tests Unloaded and Loaded The unloaded test is the procedure that will be discussed It s the simplest and most commonly used An unloaded test is made on a battery without discharging current To perform unloaded testing check charge condition using either a hydrometer or voltmeter 1 Using a voltmeter voltage readings appear instantly to show the state of charge Remember to hook the positive lead to the batterys positive terminal and the negative lead to the negative terminal 2 A hydrometer measures the specific gr
7. on battery using bolt and nut Apply a small amount of grease over terminals to prevent corrosion 10 insert battery completely into battery housing 11 Reinstall seat assembly WARNING A Shield the positive terminal with terminal cover located on battery harness This prevents metal from touching the positive terminal which could cause sparks Cables must be connected to battery terminals in the proper position RED Positive cable must go to the terminal BLACK Negative cable must go to the terminal Battery Condition Chart State of Charge Syringe Hydrometer Digital Voltmeter Five Ball Hydrometer 100 Charged w Sulfate Stop 1 280 12 80v Five Balls Floating 10096 Charged 1 265 12 60v Four Balls Floating 7596 Charged 1 210 12 40v Three Balls Floating 5096 Charged 1 160 12 10v Two Balls Floating 2596 Charged 1 120 11 90v One Ball Floating 096 Charged Less than 1 100 30 Less than 11 80v Zero Balls Floating Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES The SNAPPER LAWN TRACTOR can be equipped with a variety of accessories that increase its versatility The accessories available for each model are listed in the chart below Contact an authorized SNAPPER dealer for ordering any of the accessories desired AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES LT180H42IBV2 WLT180H42IBV2 LT200H48IBV2 WLT200HA48IBV2 Thatcherizer 6 1247 6 1247
8. wire away from spark plug Engine and components can be extremely hot Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool 4 4 7 TRACTION DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT 42 Mower Deck Removal Continued From Previous Page 8 Remove hair pin and flat washer from rear deck hanger bracket on both sides of tractor 9 Make note of hole used in sector plates 10 Slide sector plates off of rear deck hanger brackets See Figure 4 21 11 Slide deck from underneath machine SECTOR PLATES REMOVE HAIR PIN amp WASHER 42 DECK SHOWN FIGURE 4 21 12 Disconnect traction belt idler pulley spring from tractor frame See Figure 4 22 13 Loosen mounting nuts on traction drive belt tension and stationary idlers just enough to allow belt to clear belt guides See Figure 4 23 14 Remove traction drive belt from engine pulley top groove Remove belt from transmission pulley 15 Remove traction drive belt Traction drive belt replacement 1 Place new traction drive belt over transmission pulley and span to engine pulley 2 Place belt into top groove of engine pulley 3 Route belt through stationary and tension idlers See Figure 4 24 4 Make certain belt is within belt guides of idlers 5 Reattach tension idler spring to tractor frame RIGHT REAR TRACTOR FRAME DISCONNECT SPRING FROM FRAME FIGURE 4 22 STATIONARY IDLER TRANSMISSION PULLEYS PULLEY L TENSION LOOSEN ENGINE IDLER
9. Decks 1 Remove hair pins and washers securing sector plates to rear lift arms See Figure 4 4 2 Move sector plate as required to raise or lower the rear of deck NOTE The deck should be set so that the rear of the deck is 1 4 lower than the front 3 If the sector plates are in their lowest setting and proper level cannot be obtained adjust the front lift rod as follows 4 Move deck lift lever to 5 position 5 Place a 2 x 4 wooden block on edge under front center of deck 6 Place a 3 x 3 wooden block under rear center of deck 7 Remove hair pins and washers securing sector plates Lower rear of deck onto 3 x 3 block 8 Remove hair pin and washer securing front lift cable to front lift arm See Figure 4 5 17 SECTOR PLATES HIGHEST DECK LOWEST DECK UU SETTING SETTING SS E 27 REMOVE HAIR amp WASHER FIGURE 4 4 CLEVIS HAIR PIN PIN WASHER FRONT LIFT CABLE FRONT LIFT ROD HANGER FRONT LIFT ROD FIGURE 4 5 9 Remove front lift cable and rest front of deck onto 2x4 block 10 Loosen jam nut on front lift cable See Figure 4 5 11 Rotate front lift cable until it can be reinstalled into front lift arm without lifting deck 12 Secure lift cable to lift arm with washer and hair pin Secure jam nut 13 Reinstall sector plates onto rear hanger brackets and secure with washers and hair pins 14 Raise deck and remove wooden blocks 15 Repeat steps for front to rear level unt
10. LIMIT CUTTING EDGE WORN DANGEROUS CONDITION DO NOT USE ON MOWER FIGURE 4 13 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR WARNING A DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or service with the engine or blades running STOP blades STOP engine Set brake Remove key Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug Engine and components can be extremely hot Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury 4 4 2 NINJA BLADE WEAR LIMITS The ninja recycling blade requires more frequent service intervals than standard blades Check for excessive wear and damage before each use See Figure 4 14 BLADE WEAR LIMIT CRACKS OR NOTCHES BEGIN TO APPEAR DANGEROUS CONDITION DO NOT USE ON MOWER FIGURE 4 14 4 4 3 STANDARD BLADE SHARPENING Blades should be kept sharp at all times When the blades are dull cut grass will be ragged and lawn will usually turn brown Sharpen standard blades as follows Move tractor to a firm level surface Turn engine OFF Remove key Remove mowing deck from tractor Remove mower blade s If a blade is in good condition sharpen cutting edge at an angle of 22 to 28 degrees DO NOT sharpen beyond existing cutting edge Replace blades not in good condition See Figure 4 15 mROMBD 22
11. PULLEY NUTS IDLER VIEW FROM UNDERNEATH TRACTOR FIGURE 4 23 TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELT STATIONARY IDLER STATIONARY IDLER BRACKET BELT GUIDE STATIONARY IDLER FIGURE 4 24 NOTE When installing a new belt make certain the stationary idler is mounted in the hole closest to the left hand side of the tractor 6 Reinstall mower deck in reverse order of removal Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR WARNING A DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or service with the engine or blades running STOP blades STOP engine Set brake Remove key Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug Engine and components can be extremely hot Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool 447 TRACTION DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT 48 Mower Deck Removal It is necessary to remove deck in order to replace belts Remove deck as follows 1 Place tractor on a firm level surface such as a driveway or garage floor and set the park brake 2 engine OFF Remove key 3 Lower the deck to lowest setting 4 Disconnect the front lift rod assembly from the front hanger bracket See Figure 4 25 5 Remove hair pins from the front deck hanger rod and slide out the rod from deck hanger bracket Front lift arms will be now be disconnected See Figure 4 26 BELL CRANK HAIR PIN LIFT LEVER ROD FRONT LIFT ROD CLEVIS PIN FRONT HANGER BRACKET 48 DECK
12. SHOWN FIGURE 4 25 6 Turn the front wheels to the left 7 Hold front of deck UP and slide the front deck hanger rod to the right and out then lower the front of deck to the ground 8 Remove deck drive belt from engine pulley bottom groove See Figure 4 27 DECK HANGER BRACKET Pu ty PETEM soe Pn c EN FRONT DECK HANGER ROD FRONT LIFT ARM AIR PIN FIGURE 4 26 ELECTRIC CLUTCH FIGURE 4 27 Continued On Next Page Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR WARNING A DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or service with the engine or blades running STOP blades STOP engine Set brake Remove key Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug Engine and components can be extremely hot Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool 447 TRACTION DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT 48 Mower Deck Removal Continued From Previous Page 9 Remove hair pin and flat washer from rear deck hanger bracket on both sides of tractor 10 Make note of hole used in sector plates 11 Slide sector plates off of rear deck hanger brackets See Figure 4 28 12 Slide deck from underneath machine SECTOR PLATES REAR DECK HANGER BRACKETS REMOVE HAIR PIN amp WASHER 42 DECK SHOWN FIGURE 4 28 13 Disconnect traction belt idler pulley spring from tractor frame See Figure 4 29 14 Loosen mounting nuts on traction driv
13. light coat of motor oil 7 Lubricate idler arms with 1 to 3 shots of general purpose grease from grease gun 3 3 3 CHECK BLADE BRAKE 1 Refer to Section CHECK BLADE BRAKE 3 3 44 TRACTOR LUBRICATION 1 Front Wheel Bearings Lubricate each front wheel bearing through the grease fitting on wheel hub Using general purpose grease in a grease gun add grease until grease purges from bearing See Figure 3 5 e gt 27 TM 22 ie 2 A AXLE SPINDLE 6 FITTING s T FRONT WHEEL BEARING LUBRICATION FITTING FIGURE 3 5 2 Axle Spindles Lubricate each axle spindle with 1 to 3 shots of general purpose grease See Figure 3 5 14 3 3 4 TRACTOR LUBRICATION 3 Clutch Brake Pivot The clutch brake pivot is located on the L H underside of the tractor and is lubricated with one shot of general purpose grease See Figure 3 6 CLUTCH BRAKE PIVOT LUBRICATION FITTING FIGURE 3 6 4 Steering Sector Gear Lubricate with a light coat of general purpose grease See Figure 3 7 LUBRICATE STEERING SECTOR GEAR KK x ies e e fv LUBRICATE 22 NAZAR STEERING a SHAFT GEAR FIGURE 3 7 5 Steering Shaft Lubricate steering shaft wear points with a light coat of 30 wt Motor oil Section 3 MAINTENANCE 3 3 4 TRACTOR LUBRICATION 6 Steering Drag Link Lubricate both ends of steering drag link with a small amount of 30 wt motor oil from an oil can See Figure 3 8
14. s manual for correct replacement plug and gap specifications 3 4 4 HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION OIL The hydrostatic transmission does not require maintenance If any problems arise return immediately to a Snapper dealer Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR WARNING A DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or service with the engine or blades running STOP blades STOP engine Set brake Remove key Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug Engine and components can be extremely hot Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool 4 1 ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS amp REPAIR Refer to the engine owners manual for those adjustments and or repairs that can be made by the owner 4 2 MOWER DECK amp COMPONENT ADJUSTMENTS The following mower deck and component adjustments and repairs can be made by the owner However if there is difficulty in achieving these adjustments and repairs it is recommended that these repairs be made by an authorized SNAPPER dealer A WARNING Blades must stop rotating in 5 seconds or less after blades have been turned off DO NOT operate machine until blade brake has been repaired and functioning properly Contact your SNAPPER dealer for assistance 4 2 1 BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT This SNAPPER Lawn Tractor is equipped with an electric clutch brake that should stop blade rotation in 5 seconds or less after being turned off If blades cont
15. this potentially dangerous piece of machinery as fun rather than being taught how to avoid danger This riding mower has a Reverse Lockout Mechanism This mechanism prevents the mower from being shifted into reverse with the blades running To shift into reverse you must first stop the blades and then shift to reverse It is our recommendation that this mechanism remain functional and the operator of this equipment develop the habit of never backing up with the blades running As the Safety Instructions Indicate DO NOT operate blades in reverse STOP BLADES LOOK AND SEE BEHIND AND DOWN for children pets and hazards before and while backing We realize that this could cause a change to your previous mowing method but we encourage you to adjust to this new system Do not defeat the Reverse Lockout Mechanism If you operate your mower near roadways or use attachments that require quicker shifting to reverse there is an override lever provided This lever can be pushed and held before engaging the blades and will allow reverse operation until the blade switch is pushed in to the OFF position at which time the system will return to its Reverse Lockout mode This feature should never be selected unless you are absolutely sure that no children or others are present in the mowing area and that all children are away and supervised by a responsible adult TURNED OFF BEFORE BACKING MACHINE DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN ON MACHINE EVEN
16. to comply with the following SAFETY instructions could result in serious injury or death to the operator or other persons The owner of the machine must understand these instructions and must allow only persons who understand these instructions to operate machine Each person operating the machine must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any substance which might impair vision dexterity or judgment If you have any questions pertaining to your machine which your dealer cannot answer to your satisfaction call or write the Customer Service Department at SNAPPER McDonough Georgia 30253 Phone 1 800 935 2967 PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them 1 KEEP children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult 2 DO NOT allow children in yard when machine is operated even with the blade OFF 3 DO NOT allow children or others to ride on machine or on attachments even with the blades OFF They may fall and be seriously injured 4 DO NOT allow pre teenage children to operate machine 5 ALLOW only responsible adults amp teenagers with mature judgment under close adult supervision to operate machine 6 DO NOT operate blades in reverse STOP BLADES LOOK and SEE behind an
17. 2 Deck Torque 80 to 90 ft Ibs for 48 Deck A Pen SPINDLE CONE WASHER BLADE MOUNTING 42 SPINDLE ASSEMBLY SHOWN BOLT FIGURE 4 17 4 4 7 TRACTION DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT 42 Mower Deck Removal It is necessary to remove deck in order to replace belts Remove deck as follows 1 Place tractor on a firm level surface such as a driveway or garage floor and set the park brake 2 engine OFF Remove key 3 Lower the deck to lowest setting 4 Remove hair pin and washer securing front lift cable to front lift arm See Figure 4 18 5 Remove hair pins from the front deck hanger rod and slide out the rod from deck hanger bracket Front lift arms will be now be disconnected See Figure 4 19 6 Hold front of deck and slide the front deck hanger rod to the right and out then lower the front of deck to the ground 7 Remove deck drive belt from engine pulley bottom groove See Figure 4 20 23 CLEVIS HAIR PIN WASHER JAM NUT Ned 42 DECK SHOWN FIGURE 4 18 DECK HANGER BRACKET FRONT DECK HANGER ROD FRONT LIFT ARM FIGURE 4 19 ELECTRIC CLUTCH REMOVE BELT FROM PULLEY FIGURE 4 20 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR WARNING A DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or service with the engine or blades running STOP blades STOP engine Set brake Remove key Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure
18. ARNING A 4 2 6 MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT LEVELNESS DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or FRONT To REAR service with the engine or blades running STOP Before making deck leveling adjustments check the blades STOP engine Set brake Remove key tire pressure Add or release air as needed to bring pressure to 12 PSI in front and 12 PSI in rear tires If tires are properly inflated and mowing is still uneven check side to side deck levelness first then proceed to front to rear adjustment Adjust front to rear deck levelness as follows Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug Engine and components can be extremely hot Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool 4 2 5 MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT LEVELNESS SIDE To SIDE 48 Decks Continued From Previous Page 1 Place machine on a smooth level surface 2 Rotate outside blades so tips are pointed to the front and rear of deck Measure the distance from blade tips to floor The distance should be the same or 6 Remove both hair pins and washers from swivel located on rear lift rods and pull rod out of deck brackets 7 Rotate swivels on both sides up or down to achieve the proper levelness See Figure 4 8 the rear no more than 1 4 higher than the front If the rear blade tip is lower or is more than 1 4 higher than the front proceed to next Step for adjustment 3 Remove the hair pin amp washer from swiv
19. Dethatcher 6 1912 6 1912 Lawn Sweeper Dethatcher 6 1914 6 1914 Lawn Sweeper 6 1913 6 1913 Aerator 6 1911 6 1911 Broadcast Spreader 6 1916 6 1916 Lawn Roller 6 1915 6 1915 42 Snow Blade 6 1352 N A 46 Dozer Blade Spring Trip 6 1881 6 1881 Dozer Blade Support Kit 6 1370 40 Snow Thrower 6 1883 NA 6 1879 NA 6 1245 6 1245 1 6 1399 2 6 1333 6 1987 NA NA 6 3110 Single Bag Catcher sa m o 6 1534 6 1354 61910 6 1910 6 1962 6 1082 6 1370 6 1880 6 0944 N A 6 1333 NA Requires Dozer Blade Support Kit Requires Adapter Mounting Kit Requires Snow Thrower Support Kit Requires Hitch Subframe Kit 31 SECTION 5 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ELECTRICAL 18 amp 20 HP B amp S TWIN ENGINE Note Switches shown with Pedal locked down Blade disengaged Seat vacant ELECTRIC CLUTCH Ne PURPLE ANTHAFTER FIRE SOLENOID GREEN SENSOR IGNITION GROUND RED pu RED AY WHITE PURPLE 558 E 2 8 PTO ON BLACK 8 UGHT STARTER ca Mme on MN SOLENOID w ng T RED No SEATSWITCHES pSHESW 4 SHOWN VACANT aie QREEN NOTE Plug switch cc makes continuity if KEY SWITCH disconnected ES onse PINK 2 Yi E RED VOLTAGE PURPLE D ER MONITOR GREEN SWITCH RELAY IGNITION SWITCH RED YELLOW WHI
20. LACEMENT PARTS OTHER THAN GENUINE SNAPPER PARTS MAY IMPAIR THE SAFETY OF SNAPPER PRODUCTS AND WILL VOID ANY LIABILITY AND WARRANTY BY SNAPPER ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF SUCH PARTS IMPORTANT Please fill out the attached SNAPPER Product Registration Card immediately and mail to Snapper s Product Registration Center P O Box 1379 McDonough Georgia 30253 36 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE Snapper uses the best avail able engines and components in their products in order to provide long satisfactory service However proper 2S care 15 essential In prolonging engine life Dirt Is your engine s enemy number 11 The engine on your Snapper product spends Its entire life operating close to the ground at high speed creating a virtual storm of dust and dirt 37 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE The engine must 7 guip about 12 000 AX gallons of air for every gallon of fuel used Because of its working environ ment the alr available to your Snapper engine heavily saturated with alr borne dirt particles As the dirt particies are stopped they build up and begin to clog the outside of the filter This reduces the amount of air available to the engine and causes an over rich fuel mixture which re suits in the following adverse effects An improperly serviced dirt clogged air cleaner will 45 Increase fuel consumption cause power loss result n hard starting fuel produce car
21. NAPPER dealer for assistance Section 3 MAINTENANCE A WARNING A DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance service or repairs with the engine running Stop engine Stop blade Engage parking brake Remove key Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug Engine and components are HOT Avoid serious burns allow all parts to cool before working on machine 3 2 4 CHECK DECK DRIVE BELT 1 The idler and spring provide proper belt tension and require no adjustment If belt is frayed slit severed or belt strands exposed replace belt before operating mower SERVICE EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS 3 3 1 CHECK ENGINE 1 Engine Cooling System The engine cooling system consists of an engine shroud and engine fins These should be kept clean and free of debris as needed or cleaned 2 Engine Oil Change engine oil See Section on CHANGE ENGINE OIL Refer to engine owners manual for oil Specifications 3 OilFilter Change engine oil filter Refer to engine owners manual for filter specifications 4 FuelFilter Refer to engine owners manual for service instructions 5 AirFilter Refer to engine owners manual for service instructions a Change air filter Remove bolts that secure air cleaner cover to the engine See Figure 3 3 IMPORTANT When cover is removed you are viewing the carburetor side of the air filter which will appear clean Remove filter and pre cleaner for inspection b Refer to engin
22. NT KEEP THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR PERSONAL RECORDS Complete the following information on your Snapper purchase Model Number Serial Number Date of Purchase Retailer s Phone Number It is very important that you register your purchase with Snapper to ensure warranty coverage Please mail your product registration card to Snapper at P O Box 777 McDonough Georgia 30253 Or you may register on line at www snapper com You can contact us at our web site or if you would like to speak with a Customer Service Representative Call us at the Snapper Customer Relations Center For faster service please have your Serial Number and Model Number available Call the Snapper Customer Relations Center at 1 800 935 2967 Eastern Standard Time Monday through Friday from 8am to 6pm Saturday from 9am to 1pm 41 Safety Instructions amp Operator s Manual for SNAPPER LAWN TRACTOR HYDROSTATIC DRIVE ELECTRIC CLUTCH SERIES I IMPORTANT Snapper products are built using engines that meet or exceed all applicable emissions requirements on the date manufactured The labels on those engines contain very important emissions information and critical safety warnings Read Understand and Follow all warnings and instructions in this manual the engine manual and on the machine engine and attachments If you have any questions about your Snapper product contact your local authorized Snapper dealer or contac
23. S SWITCH ENGINE SPEED IGNITION STEERING CONTROL KEY WHEEL s DASHBOARD CONTROLS FUEL TANK UNDER HOOD HOOD HEADLIGHTS ENGINE FIGURE 1 1 COMPONENTS The nomenclature drawings above illustrate the essential components of the SNAPPER Lawn Tractor It is recommended that all operators of this equipment become thoroughly familiar with the components and their operation BEFORE OPERATING Specific details involving the engine are found in the separate Engine Owner s Manual Study the Important Safety Instructions this Operator s Manual and Engine Owner s Manual before operating this machine Keep these manuals available for future reference CONTROLS All operators should be acquainted with the operator s controls before attempting start up or operation of the Lawn Tractor See the Control Panel drawing above Section 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2 1 PRE START CHECKLIST Make the following checks and perform service as required before each start up FUEL TANK 2 1 4 Check tires and add air as needed to bring pressure to 12 P S L in front tires and 12 P S I in rear tires 2 1 2 Check guards deflectors and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tightened If guards are missing or damaged replace BEFORE using mower TIGHTEN CAP AFTER FILLING TANK 2 1 8 Check engine oil and add oil as needed to bring level up to but not over the FULL mark Refer to engine
24. Safety Instructions amp Operator s Manual for SNAPPER LAWN TRACTOR HYDROSTATIC DRIVE ELECTRIC CLUTCH SERIES I MODELS LT180H421BV2 WLT180H421BV2 LT200H48IBV2 WLT200H481BV2 MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION MODEL DESIGNATION ENGINE OPTION ENGINE HP ENGINE TYPE DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE ENGINE MODEL CUTTING WIDTH SERIES DESIGNATION LT WLT Model Designation Series Designation 180 18 0 HP Engine Horse Power B Briggs amp Stratton Engine 200 20 0 HP Engine Horse Power V Over Head Valve Type Engine H Hydrostatic Transmission Drive System 2 Twin Cylinder Engine 42 42 Cutting Width Mower Deck 48 48 Cutting Width Mower Deck Thank you for buying a SNAPPER product Before operating the Lawn Tractor read and follow the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on pages 2 amp 3 all other instructions contained in this manual and the accompanying booklet About Power Mower Safety Lawn mowers and all power equipment can be potentially dangerous if used improperly REMEMBER SAFETY REQUIRES CAREFULL USE IN ACCORDANCE WITH INSTRUCTIONS AND COMMON SENSE SNAPPER MANUAL No 7 2344 I R 6 28 02 COPYRIGHT 2002 SNAPPER INC ALL RIGHTS RESERVED A IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING This powerful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can cause injury and damage Failure
25. TE BLUE WHITE Epe GREEN LT180H42IBV2 amp LT200H48IBV2 SCHEMATIC WIRING HARNESS P N 73417 WHITE BLACK 32 POSITION CIRCUIT MAKE UN TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Starter Will Not Crank Engine 1 Battery dead 1 Service battery 2 Blown fuse 2 Replace fuse 3 Electrical connections loose or corroded 3 Clean and check connections for good contact 4 Defective ignition switch 4 Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer 5 Starter Spins without engaging 5 Release Start key and repeat attempt If starter continues to spin contact Engine Dealer Engine Will Not Start 1 Blade engagement switch in the ON position Move blade engagement switch to OFF 2 Park brake not set Set park brake Fuel tank empty Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel Engine needs choking Move engine speed control to CHOKE Spark plug wire disconnected Place spark plug wire onto spark plug Battery weak or dead Service battery Faulty interlock switch Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer Engine Stalls After Running Engine Loses Power Engine Backfires When Turned To STOP Excessive Vibration Sit in operator s seat Engine speed control in the CHOKE position Move engine speed control to FAST Fuel tank empty Fill with fuel to prop
26. WITH BLADES OFF OR IN YARD WHEN MOWING 11 2 7 1 Reverse Lockout Mechanism Override 1 Stop machine Stop blades 2 Depress and hold Override Lever 3 Pull blade switch OUT to engage blade 4 Release Override Lever WARNING A LOOK and SEE behind and down for children pets and hazards before and while backing IMPORTANT DO NOT use the Reverse Lockout Mechanism Override as the normal operating mode To return to the Reverse Lockout Mechanism mode disengage STOP blades by pushing blade switch in to the OFF position The Override will reset to Reverse Lockout 2 7 2 Check the Reverse Lockout Mechanism Before each use check the Reverse Lockout Mechanism for proper function The following procedure requires the operation of the engine and blades Before proceeding Read Understand and Follow all Safety Instructions and Warnings in this manual and on the machine 1 Complete Pre Start Checklist 2 Move machine to clear open area DO NOT allow children or others in area 3 Start engine 4 Pull blade switch OUT to engage blades 5 Reverse Lockout Mechanism must prevent speed control lever from going into reverse WARNING if Reverse Lockout Mechanism is not functioning properly Contact your SNAPPER dealer immediately for assistance DO NOT operate machine A DANGER A LOOK and SEE behind and down for children pets and hazards before and while backing BLADES m
27. achine that creeps when shifted to neutral 1 Stop engine Remove key 2 Move speed control lever to rear edge of neutral detent and hold firmly 3 Locate neutral adjustment nut underneath the right rear of the tractor See Figure 4 11 NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT NUT TURN NUT CLOCKWISE TO REDUCE FORWARD CREEP FIGURE 4 11 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR WARNING A DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or service with the engine or blades running STOP blades STOP engine Set brake Remove key Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug Engine and components can be extremely hot Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury 4 3 8 SHIFTER ADJUSTMENT Continued from previous page 4 Turn the neutral adjustment nut 1 4 turn clockwise to reduce FORWARD creep Turn the adjustment nut 1 4 turn counter clockwise to reduce Reverse creep Only turn the adjustment nut in 1 4 turn increments 5 Check for creep in neutral Start engine Move speed control lever to rear edge of the neutral detent Machine should not move If further adjustment is required stop engine and repeat Step 4 4 3 4 TRACTION DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT Should a gradual loss of traction be noticed it may be necessary to adjust the traction drive be
28. ain body IN and rotate clockwise to close 4 Fill engine with new motor oil as specified in engine owner s manual WARNING A The following procedure requires the engine and blades to be operated Exercise extreme caution Clear area of loose parts amp tools first Only operate blades when seated in the operator s seat 3 2 2 CHECK BLADE BRAKE 1 Check blade brake for proper function Blades should stop rotating in 5 seconds or less after pushing the blade switch IN to the OFF disengaged position 2 If blades continue to rotate longer than 5 seconds do not operate machine Contact your SNAPPER dealer for assistance 3 2 3 CHECK MOWER BLADES 1 Remove deck from tractor 2 Carefully position deck to access blade 3 Check blade for sharpness wear and damage Refer to Section BLADE WEAR LIMITS 4 Check blade for straightness Refer to Section ADJUSTING MOWER BLADE 5 Check torque of blade mounting bolts Torque to 42 deck 30 to 40 ft lbs See Figure 3 2 48 deck 70 to 80 ft Ibs FASTEX OIL DRAIN ROTATE COUNTER CLOCKWISE AND PULL OUT TO OPEN AE ee PUSH IN AND ROTATE CLOCKWISE TO CLOSE FIGURE 3 1 TORQUE TO 30 TO 40 FT LBS 42 DECK SHOWN FIGURE 3 2 A WARNING A Blades must stop rotating in 5 seconds or less after blades have been turned off DO NOT operate machine until blade brake has been repaired and functioning properly Contact your S
29. ater solution Rinse and wring dry then saturate with and squeeze out excess Failure to re oll this type filter will ruin the engine Failure to keep external surfaces clean not only presents fire hazards but causes overheating and mm 3 resulting engine damages such as distorted valve guides Sticking valves scuffed scored cylinder walls Clean paper elements by tapping lightly Blowing with air will rupture paper elements overspeeding Use a flashlight to detect clogged loss of power or torn paper elements replace if Comp eia failure of damaged in any way Dirt can also be introduced 41 into an engine In dirty fuel from a contaminated container Always use clean fresh fuel from a clean container to guard against dirt sludge and water contamination Be aware that fuel breaks down In storage and forms gummy compounds which will block carburetor pass ages Never use fuel more than 3 months old Drain tank then run the engine out of fuel before storing during the off season An engine must also have proper lubrication All engines use some oll On 4 cycle engines CHECK OIL LEVEL BEFORE EACH START UP Wipe area clean around the oli check plug or dipstick opening to keep dirt from falling Into the engine when checking the oll Always check with the machine on a level surface On engines with dipstick keep the level up to but not over the FULL
30. avity of each cell The specific gravity tells the degree of charge generally a specific gravity of about 1 265 to 1 280 indicates full charge A reading of 1 230 to 1 260 indicates the battery should be charged The Battery Condition chart below shows the charge level as measured by syringe float hydrometer digital voltmeter and five ball hydrometer 4 5 6 NEW BATTERY PREPARATION 1 Remove battery from carton 2 Place battery in a well ventilated area on a level non concrete surface 3 Remove battery cell caps Fill cells as required with electrolyte purchased separately to proper level Fill to 3 16 above cell plates Filling battery with electrolyte will bring the battery to 8096 charged state 4 With cell caps removed connect battery charger to battery terminals RED to positive and BLACK to negative terminal IMPORTANT 3 16 above cell plates is the recommended level DO NOT place anything in battery other than specified electrolyte 5 Slow charge the battery at 1 amp for 2 hours to bring the battery to full charge 6 After charging check level of electrolyte and add as needed to bring level to 3 16 above cell plates 7 Reinstall cell caps 8 Slide battery partially into battery housing 9 Connect positive cable red first from wiring harness to the positive terminal on battery using bolt and nut provided in hardware bag Connect negative cable black last to negative terminal
31. bon bulld up Internaily foul spark plug electrodes Score cylinder walis burn valves 9 wear out the engine pre maturely 10 COST YOU MONEY 38 create smoke from unburned Knowing that dirt will quickly ruin an engine manufacturers equip their engines with extremely wW efficient air cleaners to V filter out the harmful dirt Damage caused by a poorly serviced air cleaner is not covered under the engine warranties So save yourself unnecessary expenses and undue aggravation by keeping the air cleaner properly serviced at the intervals specified In the engine owner s manual It doesn t take long to service an air cleaner Follow the specific instructions in the engine owner s manual for the type filter used Pre vent dirt from failing into the carburetor intake when servicing your air cleaner Make sure components are installed correct sequence after servicing to prevent unfiltered air from entering the engine Some servicing hints on several common types are PRIMARY MAINTENANCE Air Is also needed to keep your engine cool Dirt dust amp debris bulld up to restrict and clog cooling alr intake screens and fins Clean screens and fins at frequent Intervals The engine blower housing and shrouds should be removed at least once each season or more often 5 A under dry dusty conditions T for a thorough cleaning of ns Generally wash foam type filters in a dishwashing detergent and w
32. cept when cutting grass Set blades in highest position when mowing over rough ground Keep hands and feet away from rotating blades underneath deck DO NOT place foot on ground while BLADES are ON or machine is in motion DO NOT operate machine without entire grass catcher or guards in place DO NOT point discharge at people passing cars windows or doors Slow down before turning Watch out for traffic when near or crossing roadways STOP engine immediately after striking an obstruction Inspect machine and repair damage before resuming operation Operate machine only in daylight or with good artificial light Move joystick if equipped SLOWLY to maintain control during speed and directional changes IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPERATION Continued From Previous Column 14 15 Exercise CAUTION when pulling loads Limit loads to those you can safely control and attach loads to hitch plate as specified with SNAPPER attachment instructions DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide a deadly poison MAINTENANCE 1 o Re 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 DO NOT store machine or fuel container inside where fumes may reach an open flame spark or pilot light such as in a water heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliance Allow engine to cool before storing machine in an enclosure Store fuel container out of the reach of child
33. d down for children pets and hazards before and while backing 7 USE EXTRA CARE when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision PROTECTION AGAINST TIPOVERS Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip over accidents which can result in severe injury or death All slopes require extra CAUTION If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on the slope DO NOT mow it Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments these affect the handling and the stability of the machine 1 DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 15 degrees 27 grade 2 Exercise EXTREME CAUTION on slopes above 10 degrees 18 grade Turn blades OFF when traveling uphill Use a slow speed and avoid sudden or sharp turns 3 DO NOT operate machine back and forth across face of slopes Operate up and down Practice on slopes with blades off 4 AVOID uphill starts If machine stops going uphill or tires lose traction turn blades OFF and back slowly down the slope PROTECTION AGAINST TIPOVERS Continued From Previous Column 5 STAY ALERT for holes and other hidden hazards Tall grass can hide obstacles Keep away from ditches washouts culverts fences and protruding objects 6 KEEP A SAFE DISTANCE at least 3 feet away from edge of ditches and other drop offs The machine could turn over if an edge caves in 7 Always begin forward motion slowly and with caution 8 Use weig
34. e belt tension and stationary idlers just enough to allow belt to clear belt guides See Figure 4 30 15 Remove traction drive belt from engine pulley top groove Remove belt from transmission pulley 16 Remove traction drive belt Traction drive belt replacement 1 Place new traction drive belt over transmission pulley and span to engine pulley 2 Place belt into top groove of engine pulley 3 Route belt through stationary and tension idlers See Figure 4 31 4 Make certain belt is within belt guides of idlers 5 Attach tension idler spring to tractor frame 26 RIGHT REAR TRACTOR FRAME DISCONNECT SPRING FROM FRAME FIGURE 4 29 STATIONARY IDLER TRANSMISSION PULLEYS PULLEY LOOSEN L ENGINE IDLER TENSION PULLEY NUTS IDLER VIEW FROM UNDERNEATH TRACTOR FIGURE 4 30 TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELT STATIONARY IDLER STATIONARY IDLER BRACKET BELT GUIDE STATIONARY IDLER FIGURE 4 31 NOTE When installing a new belt make certain the stationary idler is mounted in the hole closest to the left hand side of the tractor 6 Reinstall mower deck in reverse order of removal Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR WARNING A DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or service with the engine or blades running STOP blades STOP engine Set brake Remove key Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug Engine and components can be extremely hot Avoid burns by a
35. e owner s manual for cleaning and service instructions Remove and clean engine air pre cleaner Remove and replace engine air cleaner See Figure 3 4 Install pre cleaner and air cleaner per engine owners manual 13 NOTE YELLOW TABS MUST BE COMPLETELY INSERTED INTO SLOTS FIGURE 3 3 AIR PRE CLEANER AIR CLEANER FIGURE 3 4 c Reinstall air cleaner cover insert tabs located on the engine cover into corresponding slots in air cleaner cover IMPORTANT The yellow tabs must be completely inserted into air cleaner cover or the compartment will not be completely sealed to prevent debris from entering into the carburetor d Reinstall bolts that secure air cleaner cover to the engine Tighten securely Section 3 MAINTENANCE 3 3 2 MOWER COMPONENTS 1 Check deck drive belt for proper tension Refer to Section CHECK DECK DRIVE BELT 2 Check blades for sharpness wear damage and torque Refer to Section on MOWER BLADE SERVICE 3 Check mower deck for proper levelness Refer Section MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT LEVELNESS 4 Clean mower deck a Remove key from ignition switch b Remove deck c Clean underside of mower deck removing all accumulation of grass clippings and debris d Clean top of deck removing all grass clippings and debris 5 Lubricate spindles with 1 to 3 shots of general purpose grease from grease gun 6 Lubricate all mower deck linkage pivot points with a
36. el located on lift rod Remove swivel lift rod from hanger bracket 4 Rotate swivel up or down to achieve the proper levelness 5 Reinstall swivelllift rod into hanger bracket Reinstall washer amp hair pin to secure swivel to hanger bracket See Figure 4 8 8 Reinstall swivel into deck bracket Reinstall washers and hair pins 9 Tighten nut and bolt on front lift arm securely aie yt TW Sota pee h VM REAR LIFT ROD Bb 2 i a A REMOVE WASHER amp HAIR PIN 7 amp ROTATE SWIVEL UP OR DOWN N i REMOVE WASHER amp HAIR PIN INMTA amp ROTATE SWIVEL UP OR DOWN g d 1 FN FRONT S we FT AN LIFT SS ROD Roe ONS SWIVEL cL N VA AN Se Te fae N x M Xx Soo D No S i Nl g 4 gt q 7 ee TR ont of Ver E Fre ey 7 L du d ya 4 FIGURE 4 8 19 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR WARNING A DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or service with the engine or blades running STOP blades STOP engine Set brake Remove key Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug Engine and components can be extremely hot Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool 4 3 TRACTOR DRIVE COMPONENTS 4 3 1 BRAKE ADJUSTMENT When adjusted properly the brake should stop the tractor in approximately 6 feet or le
37. er level Engine air pre cleaner and or air cleaner dirty Clean free of all debris Spark plug defective or gap set improperly Service spark plug 3 4 5 6 7 1 Operator not in seat 2 3 4 5 6 Fuel filter stopped up T Water debris or stale fuel in fuel system 1 Excessive load on engine 2 Engine air pre cleaner or air cleaner dirty 6 Water debris or stale fuel in fuel system 1 Engine speed control set too FAST 1 Damaged or bent mower blades BD OT A OO NO Replace fuel filter 4 Clean free of all debris 1 Set engine speed control to SLOW and allow engine to idle Then turn key to OFF 1 Service mower blade s 2 Loose blade components 2 Service and tighten loose parts 3 Loose or missing air lift i 3 Replace air lifts Tighten to proper torque Continued on Next Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Continued From Previous Page PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Tractor Will Not Move Or Loss Of Ground Speed 1 Speed control handle in the neutral N position 1 Place speed control in desired speed 2 Roll release control in ROLL position 2 Move roll release control to the engaged position 3 Shifter out of adjustment Adjust shifter 4 Traction drive belt requires adjustment Adjust traction drive belt 5 Traction drive belt requires replacement Replace tractio
38. erlock system will prevent the engine from starting if the blade switch is in the ON up position or if the clutch brake pedal is not fully depressed If the interlock system ever fails to work DO NOT OPERATE the tractor until the interlock has been repaired 2 Push blade switch down to the OFF position See Figure 2 4 PUSH BLADE SWITCH DOWN TO START MACHINE BLADE SWITCH FIGURE 2 4 3 Depress the clutch brake pedal fully See Figure 2 5 4 Move speed control lever to neutral NOTE The seat interlock will shut off the engine if the operator gets off the seat without setting the parking brake or if the blades are running If the interlock ever fails to work DO NOT OPERATE the tractor until the interlock has been repaired CLUTCH BRAKE t SS PUSH PEDAL ALL THE NDS WAY DOWN TO START ENGINE FIGURE 2 5 5 Choke engine for cold starting by moving engine speed control to CHOKE position NOTE Some models are equipped with a separate choke control located on the dash of the tractor Pull the control OUT to choke position to start a cold engine Little or no choking will be needed when restarting a warm engine Insert key in switch Turn key to START position to crank engine and hold until engine starts then release key to RUN position See Figure 2 6 NOTE DO NOT crank engine for more than five seconds at a time This will help prevent the starter from overheating and
39. hts or a weighted load carrier in accordance with instructions supplied with a grass catcher DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 10 degrees 18 grade when equipped with grass catcher 9 DO NOT put your foot on the ground to try to stabilize the machine 10 DO NOT operate machine on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding 11 DO NOT operate machine under any condition where traction steering or stability is doubtful PREPARATION 1 Read understand and follow instructions and warnings in this manual and on the machine engine and attachments Know the controls and the proper use of the machine before starting 2 Only mature responsible persons shall operate the machine and only after proper instruction 3 Data indicates that operators age 60 and above are involved in a large percentage of mower related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury 4 Handle fuel with extra care Fuels are flammable and vapors are explosive Use only an approved fuel container DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with engine running Add fuel outdoors only with engine stopped and cool Clean spilled fuel from machine DO NOT smoke 5 Practice operation of machine with BLADES OFF to learn controls and develop skills 6 Check the area to be mowed and remove objects such as toys wire rocks limbs and other objects that co
40. il levelness is acquired Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR 4 2 5 MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT LEVELNESS SIDE To SIDE 48 Decks Before making deck leveling adjustments check the tire pressure Check tires and add or release air as needed to bring pressure to 12 PSI in front and 12 PSI in rear tires If tires are properly inflated and mowing is still uneven adjust side to side deck levelness as follows 1 Place machine on a smooth level surface 2 Rotate outside blades so tips are pointed to the sides of deck See Figure 4 6 Measure the distance from blade tips to floor If the measurement is within 1 8 from side to side the deck levelness is satisfactory If the difference from side to side is greater than 1 8 continue to next step for adjustment 3 Place a 2 x 4 piece of wood under the front middle portion of deck Place one 2 x 4 piece of wood under the rear of deck on both sides behind the two outside blades See Figure 4 6 4 Lower deck down to rest on the three 2 x 4 pieces of wood Make sure there is no deck tension on the lift rods supporting the deck 5 Loosen the bolt and nut that secures the front lift arm weldment to the front lift arm See Figure 4 7 TOP VIEW OF DECK 1 PLACE THREE 2 X 4 UNDER FRONT AND REAR OF DECK FIGURE 4 6 FRONT LIFT ARM FRONT LIFT ARM WELDMENT TOP VIEW OF DECK FIGURE 4 7 Continued On Next Page 18 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR W
41. inue to rotate longer than 5 seconds adjustment or replacement is required When properly adjusted a 012 to 014 feeler gauge will fit thru the three inspection slots located on the side of the clutch as shown See Figure 4 1 Excessive clearance can adversely affect the function of the clutch and produce blade stop times over 5 seconds To adjust turn the three adjusting nuts clockwise to reduce clearance The clearance at each of the three slots must be set the same 4 2 2 BLADE BELT ADJUSTMENT The 42 and 48 mower deck drive belts do not require any adjustment If the belt does not drive blade properly replace belt as needed 4 2 3 MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT LEVELNESS 1 SIDE To SIDE 42 Decks Before making deck leveling adjustments check the tire pressure Check tires and add or release air as needed to bring pressure to 12 PSI in front and 12 PSI in rear tires If tires are properly inflated and mowing is still uneven adjust side to side deck levelness as follows 16 ADJUSTING NUT 3 INSPECTION SLOT 3 012 TO 014 FEELER GAUGE FIGURE 4 1 a Place machine on a smooth level surface b Turn engine off and remove key remove spark plug wire s from spark plug s and secure wire s away from plug s c Place a piece of angle iron pipe or similar object under center of deck at the rear d Disconnect rear sector plates and allow center rear of deck to rest on angle iron e Measure the dis
42. llowing engine and components sufficient time to cool 4 4 8 DECK BELT REMOVAL amp REPLACEMENT 42 Deck Drive Belt 1 Place tractor on a firm level surface 2 Turn engine OFF Remove key 3 Remove mower deck Refer to Section DECK REMOVAL 4 Remove deck idler tension spring Loosen bolts that secure the end of the spindle pulley covers and rotate cover around out of the way See Figure 4 32 amp Figure 4 33 SPRING TENSION IDLER REMOVE SPRING FROM TENSION IDLER FIGURE 4 32 Remove old belt Replace with new belt Reinstall both pulley covers Reinstall mower deck to tractor ON HA 27 ROTATE PULLEY COVER OUT OF THE WAY FIGURE 4 33 9 Adjust idler pulley belt guide if necessary to obtain 1 16 clearance between belt and belt guide See Figure 4 34 1 16 CLEARANCE TYPICAL BELT TENSION IDLER STATIONARY IDLER SPINDLE PULLEYS FIGURE 4 34 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR WARNING A DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or service with the engine or blades running STOP blades STOP engine Set brake Remove key Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug Engine and components can be extremely hot Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool 4 4 8 DECK BELT REMOVAL amp REPLACEMENT 48 Deck Drive Belt 1 Place tractor on a firm level surface 2 Turm engine OFF Remove key
43. lt Adjustment sisi 42 Side Side Deck Level Adjustment 42 Front To Rear Deck Level Adjustment 48 Side To Side Deck Level Adjustment 48 Front To Rear Deck Level Adjustment Brake Adjustment Steering Adjustment Shifter Adjustment Traction Drive Belt Adjustment Mower Blade Service Blade Wear Limit Blade Sharpening Mower Blade Traction Drive Belt Removal Replace Deck Belt Removal amp Replacement ae Battery AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES 31 SECTION 5 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 32 Schematics Briggs amp Stratton Twin Cylinder Engine eene 32 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 33 34 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE eene 35 MAINTENANCE PARTS seseeeeeeeennnne 35 WARRANTY PRIMARY MAINTENANCE esseere 37 40 PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM IMPORTANT The figures and illustrations in this manual are provided for reference only and may differ from your specific model Contact your Snapper dealer if you have questions Section 1 FAMILIARIZATION BATTERY UNDER SEAT SEAT SEAT ADJUSTMENT KNOB UNDER SEAT TTN SPEED CONTROL LEVER OVERRIDE LEVER CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR MOWING DECK 42 SHOWN OPERATOR
44. lt tension Adjust as follows 1 Move tractor to a firm level surface 2 Turn engine OFF Remove key 3 Remove mowing deck 4 Remove the traction drive belt stationary idler mounting bolt See Figure 4 12 5 Move the stationary idler one hole towards right side of tractor for more belt tension NOTE Note the orientation of belt guide and make certain it remains in the same orientation after moving idler Should less tension be required move stationary idler towards right side of tractor See Figure 4 12 6 Secure stationary idler with mounting bolt 7 Place spark plug wire onto spark plug Set park brake Start engine 8 Visually inspect traction drive belt for movement When properly adjusted the traction drive belt should not have any movement or rotation with the engine running and park brake engaged 9 Should movement be present readjust traction drive belt to release belt tension as described in previous instructions 21 MOUNTING BELT GUIDE BRACKET ess 2655 ook E H7 MORE TENSION DR Tas Ws STATIONARY IDLER E MOUNTING BOLT MORE TENSION LESS TENSION BELT GUIDE ORIENTATION IS MAINTAINED 1 STATIONARY IDLER amp MOUNTING BOLT FIGURE 4 12 4 4 MOWER BLADE SERVICE 4 4 1 STANDARD BLADE WEAR LIMITS All mower blades should be checked for excessive wear and damage before each use See Figure 4 13 NEW BLADE NOTCH FORMING WEAR
45. ltered or modified changing safety performance or durability Batteries have a one 1 year prorated warranty period with free replacement if required during the first ninety 90 days from the original purchase date SNAPPER will not be responsible for any installation cost incurred The battery warranty only covers original equipment batteries and does not cover damage to the battery or machine caused by neglect or abuse destruction by fire explosion freezing overcharging improper maintenance or use of improper electrolyte There is no other express warranty DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY Implied warranties including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to three 3 years from purchase date for the original purchaser s residential or other non commercial use and ninety 90 days from purchase for the original purchaser s commercial rental or other non residential use and to the extent permitted by law any and all implied warranties are excluded This is the exclusive remedy Liabilities for consequential damages under any and all warranties are excluded Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state WARNING THE USE OF REP
46. mark When adding oil allow time for all of the oil to flow down the fill tube to prevent a false full reading when the level could actually be low and result in engine damage NOS 39 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE On 2 cycle engines lubrication must be On 4 cyle engines with an oil level plug don t be fooled into thinking the engine has UT ne geri am sufficient lubricating oil if you can see some engine that Is mistakenly run on tralght oil In the opening the level should always be brought up to the point of overflowing at the top of the fill hole gasoline will be ruined less than 5 minutes If you keep straight gasoline In addition to pre mixed 2 cycle engine fuel be sure the containers are clearly marked to avold mix up Snapper 2 cycle engines require a 32 to 1 mixture of gasoline and BIA certifled TC W oll such as Snapper s 2 cycle engine oll Many of the 2 cycle engine olls on the market today make fantastic claims but for the best performance and long engine life always use Snapper 2 cycle oll Pre mix the fuel and always shake the container before filling the tank Change oil at regular intervals using a a high quality oil such as Snapper s smail engine formulated 4 cycle engine oll Refer to the engine owner s manual for oil details STARTING CHECK LIST 1 Engine Olt e To full level 4 cycle Read and follow ail safety Properly mixed with gas instruc
47. n drive belt Blade s Not Turning 1 Blade engagement switch in the OFF position 1 Move switch to the ON position 2 Blade belt requires adjustment Adjust mower belt 3 Blade belt requires replacement Replace mower belt 4 Electric clutch not functioning Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer Cutting Grass Improperly 1 Uneven tire pressure Bring to proper pressure 2 Cutting height too low or high Adjust cutting height 3 Engine speed too slow Move engine speed control to FAST 4 Forward speed too fast Move speed control to a slower speed 5 Deck side to side level requires adjustment Adjust side to side level amp e eo v o 6 Deck front to rear level requires adjustment Adiust front to rear level 7 Cutting Blade dull or damaged 7 Sharpen cutting edges or replace blade 8 Blade belt requires replacement 8 Replace blade belt 9 Blade belt slipping 9 Replace blade belt Poor Grass Discharge Battery Will Not Charge Transmission 2 Forward speed too fast 2 Move speed control to a slower speed 3 Grass is wet 3 Mow when grass is dry 4 Excessively worn or damaged blade s 4 Service mower blade s 1 Engine speed too slow 1 Move engine speed control to FAST 5 Build up of grass clippings and debris under 5 Clean deck 6 Install proper SNAPPER blades 5 5 ro 7 Ins
48. n tractor DO NOT use If battery is BOOST chargers on the battery removed DO NOT operate engine without insulating Positive battery cable terminal with electrical tape or sparking from battery cables can result 4 5 2 BATTERY INSTALLATION 1 Slide battery into battery housing 2 Connect positive cable first 3 Connect negative cable last 4 Reinstall seat assembly Use care not to disconnect wires from seat switch 5 Reinstall the two adjusting knobs 6 Lower operator s seat 29 REMOVE POSITIVE CABLE LAST REMOVE NEGATIVE CABLE FIRST FIGURE 4 37 A WARNING A The electrolyte acid produces a highly explosive gas Keep all sparks flame and fire away from area when charging battery or when handling electrolyte or battery Electrolyte acid is a highly corrosive liquid Wear eye protection Wash affected areas immediately after having eye or skin contact with electrolyte acid Battery acid is corrosive Rinse empty acid containers with water and mutilate before discarding If acid is spilled on battery bench or clothing etc Flush with clear water and neutralize with baking soda 4 5 8 BATTERY SERVICE 1 Remove battery Refer to Section BATTERY REMOVAL 2 Place battery in a well ventilated area on a level surface 3 Using distilled water refill cells as required to cover cell plates of which can also be visualized through the plastic battery case
49. ntained If battery is removed DO NOT operate engine without insulating Positive battery cable terminal with electrical tape or sparking from the battery cables can result TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS sese 4 SECTION 1 FAMILIARIZATION eene 5 Components 5 Controls uu SECTION 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Pre start Checklist Operator s Seat Adjustment Starting amp Stopping Engine Starting amp Stopping Wheel Drive Starting amp Stopping Mower Blades Parking Brake Cutting Height Adjustment Rolling Tractor with Engine Off Reverse Lockout Mechanism SECTION 3 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Service After First 5 Hours Change Engine Oil Check Blade Brake Check Mower Blades Service Every 25 Operating Hours is Check Deck Drive Belt 13 Check Engine Mower Components Check Blade Brake Lubrication Tractor Front Wheel Bearings Axle Spindles Clutch Brake Pivot Steering Sector Gear Steering Shaft Steering Drag Link Steering Tie Rod Park Brake Lever Deck Lift Mechanism Service Annually Fuel Filter Spark Plug Hydrostatic Transmission Oil SECTION 4 ADJUSTMENTS amp REPAIR Engine Adjustments amp Repair Mower Deck amp Component Adjustments Blade Brake Adjustment Blade Be
50. or running down the battery If cranking time is more than five seconds locate and correct cause of starting problem 6 After engine starts release key move the engine Speed control to FAST position and allow engine to warm up before proceeding See Figure 2 6 CHOKE POSITION LIGHT SWITCH ENGINE SPEED CONTROL FIGURE 2 6 A WARNING A DO NOT leave machine with engine running Stop engine Stop blades Set parking brake Remove key Section 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2 8 STARTING amp OPERATION Continued 2 3 2 STARTING WHEEL DRIVE 1 Shift speed control lever to neutral 2 Start engine Refer to Section STARTING ENGINE 3 Release clutch brake pedal 4 Slowly shift speed control lever forward for forward motion or to the rear for reverse motion See Figure 2 7 SPEED CONTROL LEVER FORWARD SPEEDS 7 FIGURE 2 2 3 8 STARTING MOWER BLADE 1 Start engine Refer to Section STARTING ENGINE 2 Pull blade switch OUT to engage blade See Figure 2 8 gr 22 PULL BLADE SWITCH OUT TO THE ON POSITION PUSH BLADE SWITCH IN TO THE OFF POSITION FIGURE 2 8 A WARNING A DO NOT operate blades in reverse STOP BLADES LOOK and SEE behind and down for children pets and hazards before and while backing 2 4 STOPPING ENGINE BLADE WHEEL DRIVE 2 4 1 STOPPING ENGINE 1 Stop engine by turning key to the OFF position See Figure 2 9 Wa
51. owner s manual for oil specifications See Figure 2 1 SAFE LEVEL AREA FIGURE 2 2 2 2 OPERATOR S SEAT ADJUSTMENT 2 2 1 FRONT TO REAR ADJUSTMENT 1 With the engine OFF raise operator s seat and loosen the two adjusting knobs on the seat support Lower the seat Sit in the operator s seat and slide the seat forward or backward until the clutch brake pedal FIGURE 2 1 can be fully depressed comfortably Raise seat and tighten the adjusting knobs to secure seat in position 2 1 4 Check blade switch to ensure it moves See Figure 2 3 freely Manually pull switch out to the ON position and push switch down to the OFF position LOOSEN ADJUSTING 2 1 5 Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck engine 1 KNOBS TO ADJUST and tractor of any accumulation of dirt grass oil etc Keep engine air intaKe screens and cooling fins clean at all times 2 1 6 With engine OFF move the tractor outside and add fuel to the fuel tank Securely tighten fuel cap after refueling Refer to engine owners manual for fuel specifications See Figure 2 2 2 1 7 Check Reverse Lockout Mechanism Refer to Section Reverse Lockout Mechanism FIGURE 2 3 Section 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2 8 STARTING amp OPERATION 2 3 1 STARTING ENGINE 1 Take a comfortable position in seat of machine look around to make sure that the area you are going to mow is clear of people children and pets Take note of any stationary obstacles NOTE The int
52. ren in a well ventilated unoccupied building Keep engine free of grass leaves or excess grease to reduce fire hazard and engine overheating When draining fuel tank drain fuel into an approved container outdoors and away from open flame Check brakes frequently adjust repair or replace as needed Keep all bolts nuts and screws properly tight Check that all cotter pins are in proper position Always provide adequate ventilation when running engine Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly poison Disconnect negative black cable from battery before performing maintenance service Cranking engine could cause injury DO NOT work under machine without safety blocks Service engine and make adjustments only when engine is stopped Remove spark plug wire s from spark plug s and secure wire s away from spark plug s DO NOT change engine governor speed settings or overspeed engine Lubricate machine at intervals specified in manual to prevent controls from binding Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blades or wear heavy leather gloves and use CAUTION when handling them DO NOT test for spark by grounding spark plug next to spark plug hole spark plug could ignite gas exiting engine Have machine serviced by an authorized SNAPPER dealer at least once a year and have the dealer install any new safety devices Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts to assure that original standards are mai
53. smission DRIVE BELTS Engine to Deck Spindle to Spindle MOWER BLADES Standard LT180H42IBV2 7 3834 7 2349 2 6691 LT200H48IBV2 7 3834 7 5121 2 8334 2 9247 35 SNAPPER 3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For three 3 years from purchase date for the original purchaser s residential non commercial use SNAPPER through any authorized SNAPPER dealer will replace free of charge except for taxes where applicable any part or parts found upon examination by the factory at McDonough Georgia to be defective in material or workmanship or both For ninety 90 days from purchase date for the original purchaser s commercial rental or other non residential use SNAPPER through any authorized SNAPPER dealer will replace free of charge any part or parts found upon examination by the factory at McDonough Georgia to be defective in material or workmanship or both All transportation costs incurred by the purchaser in submitting material to an authorized SNAPPER dealer for replacement under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser This warranty does not apply to engines and their components and batteries as these items are warranted separately This warranty does not apply to parts that have been damaged by accident alteration abuse improper lubrication normal wear or other cause beyond the control of SNAPPER This warranty does not cover any machine or component part that has been a
54. ss from top speed Drive the machine at maximum forward speed and apply the brake If stopping distance is greater than 6 feet brake adjustment is required 1 Turn engine OFF Remove key 2 Locate brake adjustment nut underneath the left side at the rear of tractor See Figure 4 9 3 Turn nut 1 turn clockwise to increase braking action DO NOT over tighten brake adjustment 4 Start engine and test brake 5 Continue adjustment as described above until proper brake function is achieved ROTATE ADJUSTING NUT CLOCKWISE TO INCREASE BRAKING OR COUNTER CLOCKWISE TO DECREASE BRAKING FIGURE 4 9 4 3 2 STEERING ADJUSTMENT Should excessive Play be noted in the steering adjust as follows 1 Turn engine OFF Remove key 2 From left side of tractor locate the steering sector below fuel tank See Figure 4 10 20 ROTATE TO MBL AYE DS REDUCE PLAY p ECCENTRIC MOUNTING NUT FIGURE 4 10 3 Loosen the eccentric mounting nut and rotate the eccentric clockwise until steering Play is reduced See Figure 4 10 4 Tighten eccentric mounting nut 4 3 8 SHIFTER ADJUSTMENT The shift linkage is set at the factory and should not require further adjustment The shifter is adjusted properly when the speed control lever can be placed at rear edge of the neutral detent and the tractor remains absolutely stationary If motion is detected neutral adjustment will be required DO NOT operate a m
55. t Snapper Customer Service at Snapper McDonough GA 30253 Phone 1 800 935 2967 A WARNING BATTERY POSTS TERMINALS AND RELATED ACCESSORIES CONTAIN LEAD AND LEAD COMPOUNDS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER AND BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING WARNING ENGINE EXHAUST SOME OF ITS CONSTITUENTS AND CERTAIN VEHICLE COMPONENTS CONTAIN OR EMIT CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM SNAPPER GA 30253 U S A COPYRIGHT 2002 SNAPPER INC ALL RIGHTS RESERVED MANUAL No 7 2344 I R 6 28 02 42
56. tall blades properly Cd 1 Poor cable connections 2 Bad battery cell s 3 Faulty alternator 1 Leaking axle seats 2 Leaking at casing seal 34 SUBJECT Engine MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SERVICE TO BE PERFORMED Check Oil Level REFERENCE PAGES Page 6 EACH USE EACH SEASON Engine Initial Oil Change Page 12 Engine Periodic Oil Change Page 13 Air Pre Cleaner Service Sponge Pre Cleaner Element Engine Manual Air Cleaner Replace Element Engine Manual Spark Plug Replace Plugs Engine Manual Fuel Filter Replace Filter Page 15 Engine Cooling System Clean Shrouds amp Fins Engine Manual Battery Check Electrolyte Page 30 31 Battery Charge Battery Page 30 31 Tires Drive Belts Mower Blades Mower Deck Check Pressures Check For Wear And Tension Check Wear Damage And Blade Brake Clean Debris Accumulation Page 6 ids Pages 13 21 23 Page 13 Mower Deck Clean Outside and Underside Page 13 Lubrication Points Grease or Oil Pages 13 14 Hydrostatic Trans Oil Check Oil Level Page 15 Reverse Lockout Mechanism Check Function Page 11 Change oil every 25 hours when operating under heavy load or high temperatures Clean more often under dusty conditions or when air debris is present MAINTENANCE PARTS TRACTOR MODEL No Engine to Tran
57. tance from blade tips to floor If the measurement is within 1 8 from side to side the deck levelness is satisfactory If the difference from Side to side is greater than 1 8 an adjustment will have to be made See Figure 4 2 REAR TO FRONT VIEW OF DECK X 1 8 gue IRON FIGURE 4 2 f Loosen the shoulder bolt that retains the eccentric g Turn eccentric UP or DOWN as required until blade tips are within 1 8 of the same distance from the floor See Figure 4 3 h Tighten shoulder bolt loosened in Step f i Readjust rear sector plates to align with holes in support brackets Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR WARNING A DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or service with the engine or blades running STOP blades STOP engine Set brake Remove key Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug Engine and components can be extremely hot Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool 4 2 3 MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT LEVELNESS 1 SIDE To SIDE 42 Decks j Reconnect sector plates remove angle iron pipe etc and recheck side to side level Adjust as needed to result in blade tips being within 1 8 of the same distance from the floor k Proceed to check front to rear deck pitch LOOSEN PIVOT LOOSEN BOLT SHOULDER BOLT AS REQUIRED FIGURE 4 3 4 2 4 MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT LEVELNESS FRONT To REAR 42
58. tions In safety book 2 cycle lets and manuals 2 Air Cleaner Clean and property serviced Full fresh clean gasoline 3 Fuel Tank Fuel valve open Cap vent open inline filter clean 4 Choke Operating properly 5 Primer on Used properly Keep in mind that dirt is your engine s enemy some engines 1 both internally and externally Internally 6 Safety inter In proper position dirt will quickly ruin an engine and externally lock Switches All wires properly connected It will cause overheating and resulting internal 7 Switch amp e Switch On damages Damage caused by Improper lubri Blade Contro Blade control properly cation poor air cleaner service or overheating positioned on walk mower due to dirt cannot be covered under warranty 8 Spark plug Wire connected it only takes few moments to service the Good connection engine and equipment on a routine basis 9 Throttle Start position but the rewards will be a quick starting re control sponsive engine that will provide long 10 Blade Properly installed and satisfactory service with minimum maintenance torqued cost The prestart checklist In the next column Sharpened and instructions in your Snapper Operator s it Muffler Good condition Manual are designated to help you keep your Not clogged Snapper in top operating condition with Grass amp leaves cleaned away minimum effort 40 Retailer IMPORTA
59. uld cause injury if thrown by blade or interfere with mowing A PREPARATION Continued From Previous Page 7 10 11 12 13 1 2 11 12 13 Keep people and pets out of mowing area Immediately STOP blades STOP engine and STOP machine if anyone enters the area Check shields deflectors switches blade controls and other safety devices frequently for proper operation and location Make sure all safety decals are clearly legible Replace if damaged Protect yourself when mowing and wear safety glasses long pants and substantial footwear Know how to STOP blades and engine quickly in preparation for emergencies Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck Check grass catcher components frequently for signs of wear or deterioration and replace as needed to prevent injury from thrown objects going through weak or worn spots ERATION Mount and dismount machine from left side Start engine from operator s seat if possible Make sure blades are OFF and parking brake is set DO NOT leave machine with engine running STOP engine STOP blades SET brake and Remove key before leaving operators position of any reason DO NOT operate machine unless properly seated with feet on feet rests or pedal s STOP BLADES and ENGINE and make sure blades have stopped before removing grass catcher or unclogging mower to prevent loss of fingers or hand Blades must be OFF ex
60. ust be turned off before backing machine DO NOT allow children on machine even with blades off or in yard when mowing Section 3 MAINTENANCE 31 INTRODUCTION To retain the quality of the Tractor use genuine SNAPPER replacement parts only Contact a local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance For the correct part or information for a particular Tractor always mention the model and serial number SNAPPER recommends returning the Tractor to an authorized SNAPPER dealer annually for inspection and addition of any new devices which might upgrade the safety of the Tractor For the nearest SNAPPER dealer in your area check the yellow pages under the heading LAWN MOWERS For engine parts and service look for the engine manufacturers dealers under the heading ENGINES gasoline 3 2 SERVICE AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS A WARNING A DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or service with the engine or blades running STOP blades STOP engine Set brake Remove key Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug Engine and components can be extremely hot Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool 3 2 1 CHANGE ENGINE OIL The engine is equipped with a Fastex oil drain 1 Rotate drain body counterclockwise and pull out to open drain See Figure 3 1 2 Drain oil into a 2 quart container placed beneath end of oil drain 3 After all oil has drained push dr

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