Snapper LT160H42GBV, LT160H42GBV2, LT180H48GBV2 Lawn Mower User Manual
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1. Teac erue iecit 5 SECTION 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6 11 Pre start Checklist esee 6 Operator s Seat Adjustment 6 Starting amp Stopping Engine 7 8 Starting amp Stopping Wheel Drive 8 Starting amp Stopping Mower Blades 8 9 Parking Brake eene 9 Cutting Height Adjustment 9 Rolling Tractor with Engine Off 10 Reverse Lockout Mechanism 11 SECTION 3 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 12 15 Service After First 5 Hours 12 Change Engine Oil 12 Check Blade Brake 12 Check Mower Blades 12 Check Deck Drive Belt 13 Service Every 25 Operating Hours 13 Check Engine eese 13 Mower Components se 13 Check Blade Brake 13 Lubrication Tractor 13 14 Front Wheel Bearings 13 Axle Spindles 13 Clutch Brake Pivot2. HANGER BRACKETS REMOVE HAIR PIN ae amp WASHER 42 DECK SHOWN STATIONARY FIGURE 4 28 IDLER STATIONARY IDLER 13 Disconnect traction belt idler pulley spring from BRACKET tractor frame See Figure 4 29 14 Loosen mounting nuts on traction drive belt BELT GUIDE 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 STATIONARY IDLER Traction drive belt replacement 1 Place new traction drive belt over transmission FIGURE 4 31 pulley and span to engine pulley 2 Place belt into top groove of engine pulley NOTE When installing a new belt make certain the 3 Route belt through stationary and tension idlers stationary idler is mounted in the hole closest to the left See Figure 4 31 hand side of the tractor 4 Make certain belt is within belt guides of idlers 5 Attach tension idler spring to tractor frame 6 Reinstall mower deck in reverse order of removal 27 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance 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 t
3. position Move Or Loss Of Ground Speed Blade s Not 1 Blade engagement switch in the OFF position 1 Move switch to the ON position Turning Cutting Grass Improperly 3 Move engine speed control to FAST Poor Grass 1 Move engine speed control to FAST Discharge 5 Build up of grass clippings and debris under 5 Clean deck deck Battery Will Not Charge Transmission 1 Leaking axle seats 1 Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer 2 Leaking at casing seal 2 Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer 36 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE TO BE PERFORMED PAGES USE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS SEASON mm ERO MUT B dn MB Cil po EM 13 Air Pre pd Sponge Pre aoe Manual Cleaner Element Air Cleaner Replace Element Engine Manual m eene emm p I L 15 dal Ie Engine Cooling Clean Shrouds amp Fins Engine Manual pf f jf jet System Battery Check Electrolyte Page 30 31 E i an nl d ie ed Pressures 6 Belts For Wear 24 29 Mower Blades Check Wear Damage Pages 13 21 And Blade Brake 23 Mower Deck Clean Debris Page 13 Accumulation Mower Clean Outside and pee 13 Deck Underside Lubrication Grease or Oil n MM 13 14 Points Hydrostatic Check Oil Level 15 Trans Oil Reverse Check Function a 11 Lockout Mechanism Change oil every 25 hours when operating under heavy load or high tempera
4. 21 24 Blade Wear Limit 21 22 Blade Sharpening sss 22 Mower Blade Replacement 23 Traction Drive Belt Removal Replace 24 27 Deck Belt Removal amp Replacement 28 29 Battery Service eese 30 31 Mower Spindles Bearing Replacement 32 AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES 33 SECTION 5 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ene 34 Schematics Briggs amp Stratton Single Cylinder Engines 34 Schematics Briggs amp Stratton Twin Cylinder Engine 34 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 35 36 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 37 MAINTENANCE 37 4 38 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE 39 42 Section 1 FAMILIARIZATION CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL i a OPERATOR S SEAT SPEED CONTROL LEVER BATTERY UNDER SEAT SEAT ADJUSTMENT KNOB OVERRIDE LEVER CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR MOWING DECK 42 SHOWN FIGURE COMPONENTS The nomenclature drawings above illustrate the essential components of the SNAPPER Lawn Tractor It is recommended that all operators of this
5. cause severe injury 4 3 3 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 belt 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 11 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 11 6 Secure stationary idler with mounting bolt 7T 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
6. 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 OPERATION 1 2 11 12 13 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 except 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 guard
7. COUNTER CLOCKWISE TO DECREASE BRAKING 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 machine 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 10 NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT NUT SNAPPER FIGURE 4 8 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 9 TURN NUT CLOCKWISE TO REDUCE FORWARD CREEP FIGURE 4 10 20 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR 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 Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades Blades are extremely sharp and can
8. 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 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE On 2 cycle engines lubrication must be 4 cyle engines with an oil level plug rovided b i an xture of gasoline don t be fooled Into thinking the engine n ind poner Mi cncied endi oll 2 sufficient lubricating if you can see some engine that Is mistakenly run on straight oil in the opening the level should always be brought up to the point of overflowing at the top of the fill hole 4 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 engines require 32 to 1 mixture of gasoline and BIA certifled TC W oli such as Snapper s 2 cycle engine oll Many of the 2 cycle engine oils 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 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 Oll To full level 4 cycle Read and follow ail safety Properly mixed with gas Instructio
9. can also be introduced into an engine in dirty fue 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 SX 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 41 Air is also needed to keep your engine cool Dirt dust amp debris build 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 fins Failure to keep external surfaces clean not only presents fire hazards but causes overheating and resulting engine damages such as distorted valve guides Sticking valves scuffed scored cylinder walis overspeeding loss of power complete failure of engine 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 oil check plug or dipstick opening to keep dirt from falling into the engine when checking the oil Always check with the machine on a level surface On engines with dipstick keep the level up to but not over the FULL mark When adding oil allow time for
10. 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 BOLT TURN ECCENTRIC AS REQUIRED FIGURE 4 2 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 4 MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT LEVELNESS FRONT To REAR 42 Decks 1 Remove hair pins and washers securing sector plates to rear lift arms See Figure 4 3 SECTOR PLATES LOWEST DECK SETTING TS HIGHEST DECK 9 7 4 77 SETTING ey REMOVE HAIR PIN m amp WASHER FIGURE 4 3 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 d
11. 9 Should movement be present readjust traction drive belt to release belt tension as described in previous instructions 21 MOUNTING BELT GUIDE BRACKET Sa 59 T SAN MORE TENSION A STATIONARY IDLER STATIONARY IDLER MOUNTING BOLT LESS TENSION MORE TENSION LESS TENSION amp S MOUNTING BRACKET 0 BELT GUIDE MAKE CERTAIN VEN BELT GUIDE ORIENTATION IS MAINTAINED STATIONARY IDLER Duc MOUNTING BRACKET FIGURE 4 11 4 4 MOWER BLADE SERVICE 4 41 STANDARD BLADE WEAR LIMITS All mower blades should be checked for excessive wear and damage before each use See Figure 4 12 NEW BLADE NOTCH FORMING WEAR LIMIT CUTTING EDGE WORN DANGEROUS CONDITION DO NOT USE ON MOWER FIGURE 4 12 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR 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 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 befor
12. LECTRIC CLUTCH 2 LOCK OUT SOLENOID SEAT SWITCHES SHOWN VACANT NOTE Plug switch makes continuity if disconnected POSITION CIRCUIT MAKE 3 START B S L RELAY YELLOW WHITE GREEN TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Starter Will Not 1 Battery dead 1 Service battery Crank Engine 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 d continues to spin contact Engine Dealer Engine Will Not 1 Move blade engagement switch to OFF Start 4 Move engine speed control to CHOKE 7 Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer Engine Stalls After Running 2 Move engine speed control to FAST Engine Loses Power excessively dirty Engine Backfires 1 Engine speed control set too FAST 1 Set engine speed control to SLOW and allow When Turned To engine to idle Then turn key to OFF STOP Excessive 1 Damaged or bent mower blades 1 Service mower blade s Vibration 2 Loose blade components 2 Service and tighten loose parts 3 Loose or missing air lift if equipped 3 Replace air lifts Tighten to proper torque Continued on Next Page 35 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Continued From Previous Page Tractor Will Not 1 Speed control handle in the neutral
13. LUTCH BELL CRANK HAIR PIN LIFT LEVER ROD FRONT LIFT ROD FIGURE 4 27 CLEVIS PIN Continued On Next Page FRONT HANGER BRACKET 48 DECK 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 29 26 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR A WARNING A DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or EE service with the engine or blades running STOP FRAME blades STOP engine Set brake Remove key Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug Engine and components a can be extremely hot Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool DISCONNECT SPRING 4 4 7 TRACTION DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT SR AME 48 Mower Deck Removal Continued From Previous Page FIGURE 4 29 STATIONARY IDLER TRANSMISSION PULLEYS PULLEY 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 LOOSEN ENGINE IDLER TENSION PULLEY NUTS IDLER VIEW FROM UNDERNEATH TRACTOR FIGURE 4 30 TRANSMISSION PULLEY DRIVE BELT REAR DECK
14. NT amp REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance 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 owner s 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 The blade brake when functioning properly will stop blade rotation in 5 seconds or less The brake requires no adjustment If blades continue to rotate after 5 seconds the blade brake must be repaired Contact your authorized SNAPPER dealer for assistance 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 r
15. Safety Instructions amp Operator s Manual for SNAPPER LAWN TRACTOR HYDROSTATIC DRIVE ELECTRIC CLUTCH SERIES G LT160H42GBV LT160H42GBV2 LT180H48GBV2 MODEL DESIGNATION ENGINE OPTIONS ENGINE HP ENGINE TYPE DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE ENGINE MODEL CUTTING WIDTH SERIES DESIGNATION 180 18 0 HP Engine Horse Power Hydrostatic Transmission Drive System 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 un SNAPPER SNAPPER INC ALL RIGHTS RESERVED MANUAL 7 3621 I R 4 15 00 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 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 mach
16. Se ae ee Y 2 T Lut x Ue ee 7 P4 te AVA oS 5 Ni Ye FIGURE 4 7 E 19 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR 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 4 3 TRACTOR DRIVE COMPONENTS 4 3 1 BRAKE ADJUSTMENT When adjusted properly the brake should stop the tractor in approximately 6 feet or less 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 8 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 3 ROTATE TO REDUCE PLAY N 2 MOUNTING NUT FIGURE 4 9 Loosen the eccentric mounting nut and rotate the eccentric clockwise until steering Play is reduced See Figure 4 9 4 Tighten eccentric mounting nut 4 3 3 SHIFTER ADJUSTMENT ROTATE ADJUSTING NUT CLOCKWISE TO INCREASE BRAKING OR
17. TOP WHEEL MOTION FIGURE 2 10 Section 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2 4 STOPPING 2 4 3 STOPPING MOWER BLADES 1 Stop mower blade by pushing blades switch IN to disengage blades See Figure 2 11 PUSH BLADE SWITCH IN TO THE OFF POSITION m BLADE SWITCH OUT TO THE ON POSITION FIGURE 2 11 A WARNING Once blades are disengaged they should come to complete stop in 5 seconds or less If the blades continue to rotate after 5 seconds the blade brake 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 1 Fully depress clutch brake pedal 2 Move park brake lever up into slot See Figure 2 12 3 Release pedal PARK BRAKE PUSH PEDAL ALL THE WAY DOWN MOVE PARK BRAKE LEVER UP TO ENGAGE PARK BRAKE FIGURE 2 12 2 4 5 RELEASING PARK BRAKE 1 Fully depress clutch brake pedal Move park brake lever DOWN to release park brake Release clutch brake pedal See Figure 2 13 AS NES FULLY DEPRESS gt pe UL PEDAL b FIGURE 2 13 2 5 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 1 Depress lock button on cutting height adjustment lever See Figure 2 14 DEPRESS LOCK BUTTON CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER HIGHEST CUT LOWEST CUT FIGURE 2 14 2 Raise or lower deck to any of six positions as desired Release lock butto
18. USTMENT 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 i 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 owner s 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 3 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 interlock system will prevent the engine from starting if the blade switch is in the ON up position or if the clutch orake pedal is
19. ach 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 22 TM f e 2 ie LAX ii 2 z AXLE SPINDLE ez EAR V 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 Continued On Next Page Section 3 MAINTENANCE 3 3 4 TRACTOR LUBRICATION Continued From Previous Page 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 FITTIN FIGURE 3 6 4 Steering Sector Gear Lubricate with a light coat of general purpose grease See Figure 3 7 LUBRICATE STEERING SECTOR GEAR STEERING e SHAFT GEAR FIGURE 3 7 5 Steering Shaft Lubricate steering shaft wear points with a light coat of 30 wt Motor oil 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 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 OF TIE ROD LUBRICATE BOTH ENDS FIGURE 3 9 8 Park Brake Lever Using 30 wt
20. amp Operator s Manual for SNAPPER LAWN TRACTOR HYDROSTATIC DRIVE ELECTRIC CLUTCH SERIES G 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 contact 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 A 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 SNAPDPER GA 30253 U S A COPYRIGHT 2000 SNAPPER INC ALL RIGHTS RESERVED MANUAL No 7 3621 I R 4 15 00 44
21. ay 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 DISCONNECT SPRING FROM FRAME Continued From Previous Page FIGURE 4 22 EM STATIONARY 8 Remove hair pin and flat washer from rear deck IDLER TRANSMISSION hanger bracket on both sides of tractor PULLEYS PULLEY 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 REAR DECK S C LOOSEN ENGINE IDLER TENSION PULLEY NUTS IDLER VIEW FROM UNDERNEATH TRACTOR FIGURE 4 23 TRANSMISSION PULLEY DRIVE BELT HANGER BRACKETS REMOVE HAIR PIN d amp WASHER 42 DECK SHOWN oo STATIONARY FIGURE 4 21 IDLER STATIONARY IDLER 12 Disconnect traction belt idler pulley spring from BRACKET tractor frame See Figure 4 22 BELT GUIDE 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 STATIONARY IDLER FIGURE 4 24 NOTE When installing a new bel
22. d 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 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 Turn 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 CLEVIS HAIR PIN PIN z E 2 2 T i z So FRONT LIFT CABLE 42 DECK SHOWN FIGURE 4 18 6 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 7 Remove deck drive belt from engine pulley bottom groove See Figure 4 20 DECK HANGER 5 BRACKET FRONT DECK HANGER ROD FRONT LIFT ARM HAIR PIN FIGURE 4 19 FIGURE 4 20 Continued On Next Page Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR A WARNING A DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or service with the engine or blades running STOP FRAME blades STOP engine Set brake Remove key Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire aw
23. e each use See Figure 4 13 WEAR LIMIT CRACKS OR NOTCHES BEGIN TO APPEAR DANGEROUS CONDITION DO NOT USE ON MOWER FIGURE 4 13 4 4 8 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 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 f 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 14 22 STANDARD BLADE FIGURE 4 14 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 15 E NINJA BLADE 57 28 BLADE FIGURE 4 15 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR A WARNING A DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or DECK DRIVE service with th
24. e engine or blades running STOP PULLEY blades STOP engine Set brake Remove key Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug Engine and components SPINDLE can be extremely hot Avoid burns by allowing engine HOUSING and components sufficient time to cool Wear heavy ASSEMBLY leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury 4 4 5 42 MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT Move tractor to a firm level surface Turn engine OFF Remove key SPINDLE COVER CUP Remove mowing deck from tractor Position deck on its left side to access blade WASHER Remove blade mounting bolts and cone washers BLADE ee Figure 4 16 OARWNS BLADE BAR BOLT SPINDLE ASSEMBLY 4 FIGURE 4 17 WASHER BLADE MOUNTING FIGURE 4 16 6 Install new blade 7 Torque 30 to 40 ft Ibs 4 4 6 48 MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT 1 Move tractor to a firm level surface 2 Turn engine OFF Remove key 3 Remove mowing deck from tractor 4 Position deck to access blade 5 Remove blade mounting nut and cone washer from each blade See Figure 4 17 6 Install new blades 7 Torque 70 to 80 ft Ibs 23 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR 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 an
25. eck onto 3 x 3 block 8 Remove hair pin and washer securing front lift cable to front lift arm See Figure 4 4 17 CLEVIS HAIR PIN PIN WASHER FRONT LIFT CABLE FRONT LIFT ROD HANGER FRONT LIFT ROD FIGURE 4 4 9 Remove front lift cable and rest front of deck onto 2 x 4 block 10 Loosen jam nut on front lift cable See Figure 4 4 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 until 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 5 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 c
26. eplace 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 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 LOOSEN SHOULDER BOLT 16 d Disconnect rear sector plates and allow center rear of deck to rest on angle iron e 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 an adjustment will have to be made See Figure 4 1 REAR TO FRONT VIEW OF DECK X 1 8 ANGLE IRON FIGURE 4 1 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 2 h Tighten shoulder bolt loosened in Step f i Readjust rear sector plates to align with holes in support brackets j Reconnect sector plates remove angle iron pipe etc and recheck
27. 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 STEERING WHEEL LIGHT SWITCH CHOKE ENGINE SPEED IGNITION CONTROL KEY DASHBOARD CONTROLS FUEL TANK UNDER HOOD HOOD HEADLIGHTS Study the Important Safety Instructions this Operator s Manual and Engine Owners Manual before operating this machine Keep these manuals available for future reference CONTROLS All operators should be acquainted with the operators 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 1 Check tires and add air as needed to bring pressure to 12 P S I 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 Na TIGHTEN CAP 2 1 3 Check engine oil and add oil as needed to ED AFTER bring level up to but not over the FULL mark Refer to age FILLING TANK engine 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 ADJ
28. ess 14 Steering Sector Gear 14 Steering Shaft esses 14 Steering Drag Link 14 Steering Tie Rod 1 4 14 Park Brake Lever eene 14 Deck Lift Mechanism 14 Service Annually 15 Englne nee eem ieee 15 Fuel Filter eere eiue 15 Spark Plug editus 15 Hydrostatic Transmission Oil 15 SECTION 4 ADJUSTMENTS amp REPAIR 16 33 Engine Adjustments amp Repair 16 Mower Deck amp Component Adjustments 16 Blade Brake Adjustment 16 Blade Belt Adjustment 16 42 Side To Side Deck Level Adjustment 16 42 Front To Rear Deck Level Adjustment 17 48 Side To Side Deck Level Adjustment 18 19 48 Front To Rear Deck Level Adjustment 19 Brake nna 20 Steering Adjustment sss 20 Shifter Adjustment 20 21 Traction Drive Belt Adjustment 21 Mower Blade Service
29. ets 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 DO NOT operate machine Mechanism is not functioning properly Contact your SNAPPER dealer immediately for assistance Section 3 MAINTENANCE 3 1 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
30. follows 4 2 5 MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT LEVELNESS 1 Place machine on a smooth level surface SIDE To SIDE 48 Decks 2 Rotate outside blades so tips are pointed to the Continued From Previous Page 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 the rear no more than 1 4 higher than the front If the located on rear lift rods and pull rod out of deck rear blade tip is lower or is more than 1 4 higher than brackets the front proceed to next Step for adjustment 7 Rotate swivels on both sides up or down to 3 Remove the hair pin amp washer from swivel located achieve the proper levelness See Figure 4 7 on lift rod Remove swivel lift rod from hanger bracket 8 Reinstall swivel into deck bracket Reinstall 4 Rotate swivel up or down to achieve the proper levelness 5 Reinstall swivel lift rod into hanger bracket Reinstall washer amp hair pin to secure swivel to hanger bracket See Figure 4 7 washers and hair pins 9 Tighten nut and bolt on front lift arm securely N LIA FS SN 7 SAA E r 1 ud Nr REAR LIFT ROD P4 AA nh D D2 amp ROTATE SWIVEL UP OR DOWN l Ec y N a 757 X FRONT RS C CAN S LIFT M n SL C 1 NS N ROD M gt eh N pcc SWIVEL Cz A js x Ne L x N 2 N N 4 s ENSE xd x M z N ae Tee N
31. her rights which vary from state to state WARNING THE USE OF REPLACEMENT 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 38 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE Snapper uses the best avail able engines and components in their products in order to provide long satisfactory service However proper 4j care is essential in gt 2 prolonging engine life Dirt is your engine s enemy number 1 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 39 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE Knowing that dirt will quickly ruin an engine manufacturers equip thelr engines with extremely efficient alr cleaners to filter out the harmful dirt ust 7 gulp about 12 000 A gallons of air for every gallon of fuel used Because of its working environ ment the alr available to your Snapper engine is heavily saturated with air borne dirt particles As the dirt particles are stopped Damage caused by a poorly serviced air they build up and begin to clog cleaner is not covered under the engine
32. ine 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 operate blades in reverse STOP BLADES LOOK and SEE behind and 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
33. install seat assembly A 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 280 100 Charged w Sulfate Stop 1 280 12 80v Five Balls Floating 100 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 Less than 11 80v Zero Balls Floating 31 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR 4 6 MOWER SPINDLES Field Serviceable Spindles BEARING REPLACEMENT 48 Deck Only In the event that a spindle bearing requires replacement the SNAPPER Field Serviceable Spindles have been designed so that no special tools or presses are required 1 Remove belt Loosen blade nut and remove Allow blade bolt washer blade and four spacers to drop down out of the spindle housing See Figure 4 38 REMOVE NUT REMOVE BELT FROM SPINDLE FIGURE 4 38 2 Remove spindle pulley from spindle shaft 3 Locate circular retaining ring on spindle shaft at top bearing Remove retaining ring Allow
34. l not accept charge or is partially charged after 10 hours of charging at 1 amp replace with new battery 4 5 4 BATTERY STORAGE When out of season it is recommended the battery be removed charged and stored 1 Remove battery Refer to Section BATTERY 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 REMOVE POSITIVE 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 battery s positive terminal and the negative lead to the negative terminal 2 A hydrometer measures the specific gravity 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 indica
35. lts 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 or 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 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 maintained adjust repair or speed TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONG 2 3 TABLE OF 5 4 SECTION 1 FAMILIARIZATION 5 5
36. 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 9 Deck Lift Mechanism Lubricate all wear and pivot points of the deck lift Section 3 MAINTENANCE 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 28 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 0 59 FIGURE 3 11 4 Fill fuel tank with fresh gasoline Refer to engine owner s manual for fuel specifications 3 4 3 SPARK PLUG Remove and replace engine spark plug Refer to engine owner s manual for correct replacement plug and gap specifications 3 4 4 HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION OIL The hydrostatic transmission does not require maintenance If problems arise return immediately to a Snapper dealer 15 Section 4 ADJUSTME
37. mower deck to tractor 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 Turn engine OFF Remove key TOP VIEW OF 48 MOWER DECK ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY ENGINE TO DECK DRIVE BELT PART No 4 6926 TENSION SPRING SPINDLE PULLEY SPINDLE COVER PULLEY COVER SPINDLE TO SPINDLE MOWER BELT PART No 2 8334 TENSION SPRING FIGURE 4 35 29 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance 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 FORWARD FIGURE 4 36 4 Remove negative cable first 5 Remove positive cable last 6 Remove battery See Figure 4 37 A WARNING A Cables must be connected to battery terminals in the proper position as shown in Figure 4 37 DO NOT attempt to charge battery while installed on tractor DO NOT
38. n A WARNING DO NOT park machine on slopes 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 ENGAGE HYDRO TRANSMISSION 22 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 Conirol 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 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 m
39. 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 S oS PUSH PEDAL ALL THE 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 or running down the battery If cranking time is more than five seconds locate and correct cause of starting problem 6 After engine start
40. ns safety book 2 cycle lets manuais 2 Alr Cleaner e Clean and property serviced e Full fresh clean gasoline 3 Fuel Tank Fuel valve open e Cap vent open e filter clean 4 Choke e Operating properly 5 Primer on Used properly Keep in mind that dirt is your engine s enemy 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 contro properly cation poor air cleaner service or overheating positioned on walk mower due to dirt cannot be covered under warranty 8 Spark plug e Wire connected It only takes a few moments to service the e 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 e Sharpened and Instructions in your Snapper Operator s 11 Muffler e 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 42 SERVICE NOTES 43 Safety Instructions
41. o cool 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 4 4 8 SPRING ae 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 28 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 A WARNING A ACUTA mower deck See Section on DECK DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or 4 Remove deck idler tension spring Remove nuts that service with the engine or blades running STOP secure the spindle pulley covers See Figure 4 35 blades STOP engine Set brake Remove key 5 Remove belt Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure 6 Install new belt wire away from spark plug Engine and components 7T Reinstall both pulley covers can be extremely hot Avoid burns by allowing engine 8 Reinstall
42. ontinue 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 5 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 6 TOP VIEW OF DECK PLACE THREE 2 X 4 UNDER FRONT AND REAR OF DECK FIGURE 4 5 FRONT LIFT ARM FRONT LIFT ARM WELDMENT LOOSEN NUT TOP VIEW OF DECK FIGURE 4 6 Continued On Next Page 18 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR A WARNING 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 Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure pressure to 12 PSI in front and 12 PSI in rear tires If wire away from spark plug Engine and components tires are properly inflated and mowing is still uneven can be extremely hot Avoid burns by allowing engine check side to side deck levelness first then proceed and components sufficient time to cool to front to rear adjustment Adjust front to rear deck levelness as
43. ower 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 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 p
44. rate 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 all objects such as toys wire rocks limbs and other objects that could cause injury if thrown by blade or interfere with mowing PREPARATION Continued From Previous Page 7 10 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
45. 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 operate machine on slopes exceeding 15 degrees 2796 grade 2 Exercise EXTREME CAUTION on slopes above 10 degrees 1896 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 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 weights 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 ope
46. rranty does not cover any machine or component part that has been altered 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 ot
47. s 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 3 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 rowan FIGURE 2 7 2 3 3 STARTING MOWER BLADE 1 Start engine Refer to Section STARTING ENGINE 2 Pull blade switch OUT to engage blade See Figure 2 8 PUSH BLADE SWITCH IN TO THE OFF POSITION PULL BLADE SWITCH OUT TO THE ON 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 FIGURE 2 9 2 4 2 STOPPING WHEEL DRIVE 1 Fully depress clutch brake pedal to stop wheel drive See Figure 2 10 FULLY DEPRES CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL TO S
48. s 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 10 11 12 13 14 15 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 children 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 replace as needed Keep all bo
49. spindle shaft to drop out of housing 4 Top and bottom bearings are now removable Pull out on inner race to slide bearing from housing See Figure 4 39 i BEARING RETAINING RING P SEALUP AN f HOUSING INNER RACE i BEARING SEAL BEARING i DOWN 8 SPINDLE 4 SHAFT FIGURE 4 39 32 5 Thoroughly clean all parts removing all old contaminated grease 6 Install new bottom bearing first NOTE The bearing is sealed shielded on one side only The bottom bearing must be installed with the sealed shielded side DOWN 7 Insert spindle shaft up through the bottom bearing Slide spacer down over spindle shaft 8 Install new top bearing Install the top bearing with the seal shield UP 9 Slide circular retaining ring down spindle shaft until it fully locks into groove on shaft 10 Place spindle pulley and spacer on top of spindle shaft 11 Reinstall blade bolt washer blade and four spacers 12 Torque blade bolt and nut to 60 to 75 ft Ibs IMPORTANT Spindle housing must be filled with grease before operating mower Failure to fill housing will cause premature bearing failure 13 Pump grease into spindle housing until grease purges from vent on housing 14 After the first 5 hours of operation grease spindle housing to insure it is full then every 25 hours Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES The SNAPPER LAWN TRACTOR can be eq
50. t make certain the stationary idler is mounted in the hole closest to the left hand side of the tractor 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 6 Reinstall mower deck in reverse order of removal 25 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR A WARNING A RIGHT DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or SHOWN service with the engine or blades running STOP DECK HANGER blades STOP engine Set brake Remove key Ss BRACKET Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure m wire away from spark plug Engine and components S8 7 can be extremely hot Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool T 2 i 4 4 7 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 FRONT DECK driveway or garage floor and set the park brake HANGER ROD 2 Turn engine OFF Remove key FRONT 3 Lower the deck to lowest setting LIFT ARM 4 Disconnect the front lift rod assembly from the front hanger bracket See Figure 4 25 FIGURE 4 26 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 ELECTRIC Figure 4 26 C
51. tes the battery should be charged The chart on the next page 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 5 7 BATTERY TESTING 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 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 Re
52. the outside of the filter This warranties So save yourself unnecessary reduces the amount of air expenses and undue aggravation by keeping avallable to the engine and causes the air cleaner properly serviced at the intervals an over rich fuel mixture which re specified in the engine owner s manual suits In the following adverse effects 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 An Improperly serviced dirt vent dirt from failing into the carburetor intake clogged air cleaner will when servicing your air cleaner Make sure components are installed in correct sequence after servicing to prevent unfiltered air from entering the engine Some servicing hints on Increase fuel consumption several common types are cause power loss result hard starting create smoke from unburned fuel produce carbon build up Internally foul spark plug electrodes score cylinder walls burn valves wear out the engine pre 4 maturely on 10 COST YOU MONEY P Bom OPNP 40 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE Generally wash foam type filters in a dishwashing detergent and water solution Rinse and wring dry then saturate with and squeeze out excess Failure to re oil this type filter will ruin the engine Clean paper elements by tapping lightly Blowing with air will rupture paper elements damaged any Dirt
53. tions 3 Remove and replace engine air cleaner Refer to engine owner s manual for service instructions COVER RETAINING KNOB AIR CLEANER COVER ELEMENT RETAINING KNOB 4 CARTRIDGE ELEMENT 347 PRE CLEANER RETAINING STUD AIR CLEANER BASE PRE CLEANER RETAINING KNOB A AIR CLEANER COVER HP COVER RETAINING CLIPS FIGURE 3 4 13 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 to 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 IMPORTANT 48 DECK ONLY Spindles on 48 deck must be kept filled with grease Apply grease from grease gun until grease purges from vent located underneath deck on spindle housing 6 Lubricate all mower deck linkage pivot points with a light coat of motor oil 3 3 3 CHECK BLADE BRAKE 1 Refer to Section CHECK BLADE BRAKE 3 3 4 TRACTOR LUBRICATION 1 Front Wheel Bearings Lubricate e
54. 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 OIL FILLER FASTEX OIL DRAIN ROTATE COUNTER CLOCKWISE AND PULL OUT TO OPEN PUSH IN AND ROTATE CLOCKWISE TO CLOSE ae s FIGURE 3 1 TORQUE TO 30 TO 40 FT LBS 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 SNAPPER dealer for assistance Section 3 MAINTENANCE 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 3 3 SERVICE EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS 3 3 1 CHECK ENGINE 1 Change engine oil Refer to Section CHANGE ENGINE OIL Refer to engine owner s manual for oil specification 2 Remove and clean engine air pre cleaner See Figure 3 4 Refer to engine owner s manual for cleaning instruc
55. tures Clean more often under dusty conditions or when air debris is present MAINTENANCE PARTS TRACTOR DRIVE BELTS MOWER BLADES LT160H42FBV 7 3639 2 9205 2691 2 6407 LT160H42FBV2 7 3639 2 9205 1 26691 2 6407 LT180H48FBV2 7 3639 4 6926 2 844 2 9247 37 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 wa
56. uipped 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 ACCESSORIES 2 LT160H42GBV2 46 Dozer Blade Spring Trip 40 Snow Thrower ja a T E Fa Wave Regjlng Mich Requires Dozer Blade Support Kit Requires Adapter Mounting Kit Requires Snow Thrower Support Kit Requires Hitch Subframe Kit 33 SECTION 5 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ELECRTICAL 16 HP V TWIN B amp S ENGINE Note Switches shown with Pedal locked down Blade disengaged Seat vacant PURPLE ANTI AFTER FIRE SOLENOID ENGINE OIL ALTERNATOR BATTERY PURPLE PTO SWITCH RED WHITE BLACK WHITE BRAKE SWITCH KEY SWITCH OIL PRESSURE LIGHT RELAY YELLOW WHITE Eje GREEN LT160H42GBV2 amp LT180H48GBV2 SCHEMATIC WIRING HARNESS P N 73417 ELECTRIC CLUTCH SEAT SWITCHES SHOWN VACANT NOTE Plug switch makes continuity if disconnected VOLTAGE MONITOR CHARGE LIGHT IGNITION SWITCH CIRCUIT MAKE ELECRTICAL 16 HP SINGLE B amp S ENGINE Note Switches shown with Pedal locked down Blade disengaged Seat vacant ANTI AFTER FIRE SOLENOID A GROUND ALTERNATOR BATTERY PURPLE PTO SWITCH RED WHITE ie BLACK WHITE BRAKE SWITCH KEY SWITCH LT160H42GBV SCHEMATIC WIRING HARNESS P N 73418 34 E
57. use BOOST chargers on the battery 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 30 CABLE LAST REMOVE NEGATIVE CABLE FIRST FIGURE 4 37 A WARNING 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 3 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 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 wil
58. 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 drain body IN and rotate clockwise to close 4 Fill engine with new motor oil as specified in engine owner s manual A 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
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