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Snapper ELT145H33GBV Lawn Mower User Manual

1. 5 7 Components 5 Controls iu siete 5 Decals Symbols 6 7 SECTION 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 8 13 Pre start Checklist sess 8 Operator s Seat Adjustment 8 Starting amp Stopping Engine 9 10 Starting amp Stopping Wheel Drive 10 Starting amp Stopping Mower Blades 10 11 Parking Brake eere 11 Cutting Height Adjustment 11 Rolling Tractor With Engine Off 12 Reverse Lockout Mechanism 13 SECTION 3 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 14 18 Service After First 5 Hours 14 Change Engine Oil 14 Check Blade Brake 14 Check Mower 14 Check Deck Drive Belt 15 Service Every 25 Operating Hours 15 Check Engine eese 15 Mower 15 Check Blade Brake 15 Lubrication Tractor 16 17 Front Wheel
2. CHECK BLADE BRAKE Section 3 MAINTENANCE 3 3 4 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 M AXLE SPINDLE i LUBRICATION ted FITTING x1 4 anl 0 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 NOTE The R H spindle fitting faces forward and the L H spindle fitting faces to the rear 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 16 4 Steering Sector Gear Lubricate with a light coat of general purpose grease See Figure 3 7 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 DRAG LINK LUBRICATION POINT FIGURE 3 8 Section 3 MAINTENANCE 3 3 4 TRACTOR LUBRICATION Continued From Previous Page 7 Steering Tie Rod Lubricate both ends of steering tie rod with a small amount of 30 wt motor oil
3. 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 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 drai
4. iiS ROTATE TO LESSEN PLAY 1 F FIGURE 4 14 3 Loosen the eccentric mounting nut and rotate the eccentric clockwise until steering Play is reduced Refer back to Figure 4 14 4 Tighten eccentric mounting nut 4 3 3 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 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 15 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 WARNING DO NOT adjust shift linkage with engine running The adjustment requires hands to be close to rotating parts STOP engine REMOVE key 23 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR WARNING A DO NOT attemp
5. 1896 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 Checkthe 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 T 10 11 12 13 Kee
6. 4 30 WARNING A DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or service with the engine or blade running STOP blade 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 7 DECK BELT REMOVAL amp REPLACEMENT 33 Deck Drive Belt Place tractor on a firm level surface Turn engine OFF Remove key Remove mower deck Remove deck belt idler pulley and spindle pulley cover See Figure 4 31 28 REMOVE SPINDLE PULLEY 5 Remove old belt 6 Replace with new belt part number 2 6546 33 in reverse order 7T Adjust idler pulley belt guide if necessary to obtain 1 16 clearance between belt and belt guide See Figure 4 32 SPINDLE PULLEY 1 16 CLEARANCE IDLER PULLEY FIGURE 4 32 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR 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 33 REMOVE ADJUSTING KNOBS AND MOVE 4 SEAT FORWARD FIGURE 4 33 4 Remove negative cable first 5 Remove positive cable last 6 Remove battery See Figure 4 34 A WARNING A Cables must be connected to battery terminals in the proper position as shown in Figur
7. Refer to Section BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT for adjustment procedures or return machine to dealer for adjustment DO NOT CONTINUE DEPRESS LOCK BUTTON to operate mower until blade brake is properly adjusted 2 4 4 SETTING PARK BRAKE 1 Fully depress clutch brake pedal 2 Move park brake lever up into slot See Figure 2 12 CUTTING 3 Release pedal HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT PUSH PEDAL ALL PARK BRAKE LEVER THE WAY DOWN 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 11 Section 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2 6 ROLLING TRACTOR WITH ENGINE OFF 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 22 ROLL RELEASE CONTROL FIGURE 2 15 3 Move tractor to desired location 4 Push roll release control all the way in to engage hydro transmission See Figure 2 15 5 Set park brake NOTE The transmission will not propel the tractor if it is left in the ROLL position 12 A WARNING A DO NOT disengage the hydro transmission
8. 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 MOUNTING BRACKET MORE TENSION Meu KO S STATIONARY IDLER MOUNTING BOLT TENSION MORE TENSION ai LESS TENSION gt MOUNTING BRACKET BELT GUIDE MAKE CERTAIN AES BELT GUIDE ORIENTATION IS MAINTAINED STATIONARY IDLER MOUNTING BRACKET FIGURE 4 16 4 4 MOWER BLADE SERVICE 4 4 4 STANDARD BLADE WEAR LIMITS All mower blades should be checked for excessive wear and damage before each use See Figure 4 17 NEW BLADE NOTCH FORMING WEAR LIMIT CUTTING EDGE WORN DANGEROUS CONDITION DO NOT USE ON MOWER FIGURE 4 17 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 18 WEAR LIMIT CRACKS OR NOTCHES BEGIN TO APPEAR DANGEROUS CONDITION DO NOT USE ON MOWER FIGURE 4 18 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
9. allow reverse operation until the blade engagement lever is moved 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 13 2 7 4 Reverse Lockout Mechanism Override 1 Stop machine Stop blades 2 Depress and hold Override Lever 3 Raise blade engagement lever to ON 4 Release override lever WARNING 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 move the blade engagement lever down 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 Perform the following check with the engine OFF 1 With engine raise blade engagement lever to ON 2 The Reverse Lockout Mechanism must prevent the speed control lever from going into A WARNING A 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 4 Check blade for straightness Refer t
10. 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 properly adjusted will stop blade rotation in 5 seconds or less when the blade engagement lever is moved to the OFF position 33 DECK BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT 1 Blade brake adjustment is made by turning the adjustment nut on the threaded brake rod The brake is initially set with 1 3 16 of thread exposed beyond the nut See Figure 4 1 Verify this setting before attempting any adjustments To tighten the brake stop blade rotation quicker turn the adjustment nut clockwise ONE TURN ONLY IMPORTANT DO NOT over tighten blade brake Tighten one turn and check function of brake If blade stop time remains over 5 seconds turn adjustment nut 1 to 2 turns clockwise If blade stop time remains over 5 seconds DO NOT OPERATE machine Contact your SNAPPER dealer for assistance 19 WARNING A DO NOT operate machine until blade brake has been repaired and functioning properly If blade stop time can not be achieved with the adjustment procedure described above take machine immediately to an authorized SNAPPER dealer FIGURE 4 1 4 2 2 BLADE BELT ADJUSTMENT 33 Deck 1 Move tractor to a firm level surface 2 Turn engine OFF Remove key 3 Move blade engagement lever down to OFF See Figure 4 2 4 Place deck in mid cutting p
11. 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 indicates 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 b
12. 6 16973 14852 PATENT NUMBERS Er DECAL 2 9470 sos2 FROM UNDER MOWER De machine niet gebruiken zonder de 5526 6 0358 400 5 601 512 grasopvangzak of de beschermkap CHUTE WARNING DECAL Pending 25170 Do not operate without entire Grass 9 29784 Catcher or Guard in place Ne pas utiliser sans le bac de ramassage ou la protection en place SERIAL NUMBER DECAL SNAPPER McDonough GA 30253 Betreiben sie dieses ger t nicht ohne grasfangkorb oder abdeckschutz 01015 SER Mop KW XXX KG XXX HP XX LBS XXX RPM XXXX CAUTION DECAL 9 26415 WARNING DECAL EUROPEAN NOISE 22844 9 CONTROL DECAL 23009 P CAUTION TAG 16134 e6 KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY EUROPEAN COMMUNITY CPSC DECAL DECAL 29776 26831 Section 1 FAMILIARIZATION DECALS SYMBOLS M CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL tu m T ALT BEFORE MOWING READ OPERATOR S MANUAL AND OTHER INSTRUCTIONS FURNISHED WIA THIS MACHINE AND ATTACHMENTS KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF ALL CONTROLS PRACTICE WITH BLADE OFF TO LEARN CONTROLS ANG CHECK FOR PROPER OPERATION SURE THAT SHIELDS GUARDS SWITCHES AND OTHER SAFETY DEVICES ARE 1H PROPER POSITION AND FUNCTIONAL CLEAR MOWING AREA OF WIRE ROCKS AND OTHER OBIECTS THAT COULD CAUSE INJURY IF THROWN BY PROTECT
13. Bearings 16 Axle Spindles esee 16 Clutch Brake Pivot ess 16 Steering Sector Gear 16 Steering Shaft esses 16 Steering Drag Link 16 Steering Tie Rod sess 17 Blade Engagement Mechanism 17 Park Brake Lever 17 Deck Lift Mechanism 17 Service Annually 17 18 Englne n 17 Fuel Filter acs iu 17 18 Spark Plug coc roce 18 Hydrostatic Transmission Oil 18 SECTION 4 ADJUSTMENTS amp REPAIR 19 30 Engine Adjustments amp Repair 19 Mower Deck amp Component Adjustments 19 Blade Brake Adjustment 19 33 Deck Blade Brake Adjustment 19 Blade Belt Adjustment 19 20 Adjusting Mower Blade 20 21 33 Side To Side 21 22 Deck Level Adjustment 33 Front To Rear Sector Plates 22 Deck Level Adjustment 33 Fro
14. CHILEREN AND OTHER PEOPLE DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN PRE TEENAGERS IN YARD WHEN MACHINE IS OPERATES EVEN WITH HOT ALLOW CHILDREN PRE TEENAGERS TO STOP MACHINE DEPRESS CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL TO SET PARKING BRAKE ri DEPRESS CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL RRISE s PARKING LATCH AND HOLD WHILE RELEASING PEDAL TO START ENGINE OPERATOR MUST BEIN SEAT MOWER BLADE OFF AND CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED MODEL INDEPENDENT LABORATORY PASSES SAFETY STANDARDS RIDE GN MACHINE OR ON ATTACHMENTS EVEN WITH BLADE OFF Mi OTHER INEXPERIENCED OPERATORS SHOULD BE CAREFULLY INSTRUCTED AN CLOSELY SUPERVISED LOGK DOWN AND BEFORE AND WHILE BACKING NEVER CARRY CHILDREN OPERATE SAFELY KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY ReaD USER ANTRUCTIONS BEFORE BPERATING THIS TO START DRIVING SELECTOR FORWARO FOR FORWARD TRAVEL AND BACKWARD FOR REVERSE TRAVEL 01018 UPHILL STARTS IF MACHINE 15 pu THE SPEED SELECTOR MUST SE IN NEUTRAL TO CHANGE DRIVING SPEEDS SHIFT SPEED SELECTOR WITHOUT USING PEDAL CERTIFIED BY ANS 6711 1998 72920 T B71 1 1998 CERTIFICATION DECAL RABBIT FAST TURTLE SLOW 7 2920 HEIGHT OF CUT DECAL o RELEASE PARKING BRAKE SLOWLY MOVE SPEED LIFT LEVER PREVENT TIP OVER ACCIDENTS DO HOT MOW ON SLOPES OR ANY AREA WHERE STABILITY OR TRACTION IS IN DOUBT iF UNCERTAIN DRIVE OVER AREA FIRST WITH BLADE OFF AVOID SUDDEN TURNS 00 HOT MOW O
15. DECK HANGER ROD FRONT LIFT ARM HAIR PIN FIGURE 4 23 26 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 hair pin and flat washer from rear deck hanger bracket on both sides of tractor 8 Make note of hole used in sector plates 9 Slide sector plates off of rear deck hanger brackets 10 Slide deck forward Remove deck drive belt from engine pulley bottom groove See Figure 4 24 33 BELT GUIDES SHOWN ENGINE PULLEY BOTTOM GROOVE FIGURE 4 24 11 Slide deck back and disconnect spring from tension idler 12 Pull deck from under tractor from R H side Traction drive belt removal 1 Remove two belt guide mounting bolts from each side of tractor frame See Figure 4 25 BELT GUIDE MOUNTING BOLTS 2 EACH 9 6 FIGURE 4 25 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR Traction drive belt removal Continued from previous page 2 Slide belt guide assembly to the rear and remove 3 Disconnect traction belt idler pulley spring from tractor frame See Figure 4 26 RIGHT REAR TRACTOR FRAME DISCONNECT SPRING FROM FRAME FIGURE 4 26 A WARNING A DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or service with the engine or blade running STOP blade 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 Avoi
16. ECK LEVEL ADJUSTMENT FRONT TO REAR SECTOR PLATES 1 Remove hair pins and washers securing sector plates to rear lift arms See Figure 4 10 SECTOR PLATES LOWEST DECK SETTING oe eee Ao as REMOVE HAIR PIN amp WASHER S FIGURE 4 10 2 Move sector plate as required to raise or lower deck NOTE The deck should be set so that the rear of the deck is 1 4 lower than the front See Figure 4 11 22 33 DECK SHOWN REAR FRONT X 1 4 X g MEASURE FROM BLADE TIPS TO FLOOR FIGURE 4 11 4 2 6 33 DECK LEVEL ADJUSTMENT FRONT TO REAR FRONT LIFT ROD If the sector plates are in their lowest setting and proper level cannot be obtained adjust the front lift rod as follows 1 Move deck lift lever to 5 position 2 Place a 2 x 4 wooden block on edge under front center of deck 3 Place a 3 x 3 wooden block under rear center of deck 4 Remove hair pins and washers securing sector plates Lower rear of deck onto 3 x 3 block 5 Remove hair pin and washer securing front lift rod to front lift arm See Figure 4 12 HAIR PIN WASHER FRONT LIFT ROD FIGURE 4 12 6 Remove front lift rod and carefully rest front of deck onto 2 x 4 block 7 Loosen jam nut on front lift rod See Figure 4 12 8 Turn front lift rod hanger block until it can be reinstalled into front lift arm without lifting deck 9 Secure lift rod to lift arm with washer and hair pin 10 Place sector plates onto rear hanger brack
17. FIGURE 2 5 5 Choke engine for cold starting by moving engine speed control to CHOKE position 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 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 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 blade Set parking brake Remove key Section 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2 3 STARTING amp OPERATION continued 2 4 STOPPING ENGINE BLADE WHEEL DRIVE 2 3 2 STARTING WHEEL DRIVE 2 4 1 STOPPING ENGINE 1 Shift speed control lever to neutral 1 Stop engine by turning key to the OFF position 2 Start engine Refer to Section STARTING See Figure 2 9 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 _ REVERSE gt uma EM piam 2 4 2 STOPPI
18. ION MOST TENSION 5 v CAG MS 8 9 3 2 EXTENSION ROD MOUNTING NUT amp BOLT FIGURE 4 4 MEASURE THE DISTANCE BETWEEN DECK LIP AND BLADE TIP FIGURE 4 5 NOTE On 33 decks the measurement between the blade tip and deck lip should be 5 16 5 Repeat steps 2 and 3 with blade tip 6 If measurement between blade tips and deck are different and there is more than 1 16 difference between blade tip measurements adjust blade as follows Continued on next page Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance service with the engine or blade running STOP blade 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 ADJUSTING MOWER BLADE Continued from previous page a Loosen jam nuts on blade bar b Adjust jack screws IN or OUT until blade tip measurements are within 1 16 of each other See Figure 4 6 Tighten jam nuts LOOSEN JAM NUTS ADJUST JACK SCREWS IN OR OUT TO LEVEL BLADE WITH DECK SIDE VIEW OF DECK FIGURE 4 6 33 DECK LEVEL ADJUSTMENT SIDE TO SIDE 1 Move tractor to a firm level surface 2 Turn engine OFF Remove key 3 Place a piece of angle iron under center rear of deck 4 Remove h
19. 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 lf 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 19 22 rd 28 STANDARD BLADE E y ai CUTTING EDGE FIGURE 4 19 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 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR 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 20 NINJA BLADE 22 TO 28 FIGURE 4 20 A WARNING A DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or service with the engine or blade running STOP blade 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 ca
20. N SLOPES STEEPER 10 DEGREES FOOT OF RISE IN SIX FEET QF LENGTH 60 UP AND DOWN SLOPES NOT ACROSS REDUCE SPEED AND AVOID SHARP TURNS ON SLOPES AVOID UPHILL STARTS If MACHINE 15 STOPPED GOING UP SLOPE TURK BLADE OFF ANU BACK DOWN SLOPE KEEP SAFE DISTANCE AT LEAST THREE FEET AWAY FROM EDGE OF DITCHES AND OTHER DROP DEFS AVOID CONTACT WITH ROTATING BLADE STOF BLADE BEFORE PUTTING FOOT ON GROUND OR LEAVING SEAT BE SURE BLADE HAS STOPPED BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO DHCLOG DISCHARGE OR BEFORE PLACING HANDS OR FEET NEAR BOTTOM OF BLADE HOUSING NEVER START BLADE UNLESS PROPERLY SEATED ON MACHINE STOP BLADE STOP ENGINE ANU REMOVE KEY WHEN LEAVING MACHINE TO SET CUTTING HEIGHT DEPRESS THUMB BUTTON QN HFT LEVER MOVE FORWARD 70 LOWER PULL BACK 70 MASE RELEASE SUTTON TO MOW PROPERLY INCREASE ENGINE SPEED AND OR DECREASE PRIVING SPEED UNTIL SUT 15 SMOOTH AND ERGINE IS NOT UNDER HEAVY STRAIN BLADE LEVER LIFT ENGAGE PRESS GOWN TO RELEASE EURO 1 FRAME INSTRUCTIONS DECAL 4 6218 th SNAPPER Lam m di cu D o CONSOLE DECAL 2 8561 FORWARD 6 REVERSE I LOWEST HEIGHT OF CUT SHIFT COVER DECAL 7 3424 HIGHEST HEIGHT OF CUT LIGHTS ist ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ENGINE ON START ENGINE Make the following checks and perform service as required before each start up 2 1 1 Check tires and add air as nee
21. NG WHEEL DRIVE 1 Fully depress clutch brake pedal to stop wheel drive See Figure 2 10 FIGURE 2 9 FORWARD SPEEDS FIGURE 2 7 CLUTCH BRAKE 2 3 3 STARTING MOWER BLADE 1 Start engine Refer to Section STARTING ENGINE 2 Raise blade engagement lever to ON See Figure 2 8 PULL BLADE ENGAGEMENT LEVER UP TO ON TO START MOWER BLADE S FULLY DEPRESS CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP WHEEL MOTION FIGURE 2 10 BLADE ENGAGEMENT LEVER 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 10 Section 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2 4 STOPPING 2 4 5 RELEASING PARK BRAKE 2 4 3 STOPPING MOWER BLADE 1 Fully depress clutch brake pedal Move park brake 1 Stop mower blade by moving blade engagement lever DOWN to release park brake Release lever to the OFF position See Figure 2 11 clutch brake pedal See Figure 2 13 PARK BRAKE LEVER CLUTCH BRAKE WILL RELEASE PEDAL AUTOMATICALLY BLADE ENGAGEMENT LEVER DEPRESS N CLUTCH BRAKE j SS A WARNING A FIGURE 2 13 Once blade is disengaged it should come to a complete stop in 5 seconds or less If the blade 25 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT continues to rotate after 5 seconds the blade brake 1 Depress lock button on cutting height adjustment lever See Figure 2 14 FIGURE 2 11 must be adjusted
22. Safety Instructions amp Operator s Manual for SNAPPER EUROPEAN LAWN TRACTOR HYDROSTATIC DRIVE SERIES G MODELS ELTI45H33GBV____ ELT145H33GBV EUROPEAN MODEL MODEL DESIGNATION ENGINE HP ENGINE TYPE DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE ENGINE MODEL CUTTING WIDTH SERIES DESIGNATION E European Model LT Lawn Tractor Model Designation G Series Designation 145 14 5 HP Engine Horse Power B Briggs amp Stratton Engine H Hydrostatic Transmission V Over Head Valve Type Engine 33 33 Cutting Width Mower 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 SNAPDPER GA 30253 U S A MANUAL No 7 3622 I R 4 18 00 COPYRIGHT 2000 SNAPPER INC ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 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
23. air pins and washers securing rear of deck to sector plates See Figure 4 7 5 Slide sector off of pins and carefully lower deck onto angle iron 6 Rotate blade s until blade tips are at each side of deck 7 Measure distance from blade tip to floor on each side of deck Blade tips should be within 1 8 of each other for the deck to be considered level See Figure 4 8 4 2 4 21 SECTOR PLATE re HAIRPIN amp WASHER FIGURE 4 7 33 DECK SHOWN ANGLE IRON MEASURE FROM BLADE TIPS TO FLOOR FIGURE 4 8 8 If measurement differs more than 1 8 adjust as follows a Loosen front lift arm pivot bolt on front of right side rail See Figure 4 9 e LOOSEN PIVOT BOLT LOOSEN SHOULDER BOLT AS REQUIRED FIGURE 4 9 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR WARNING A DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or service with the engine or blade running STOP blade 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 33 DECK LEVEL ADJUSTMENT SIDE TO SIDE Continued b Loosen eccentric shoulder bolt c Turn eccentric UP or DOWN as required to level deck See Figure 4 9 d Tighten eccentric bolt Place sector plates back onto rear lift arms and secure with washers and hairpins 4 2 5 33 D
24. and coast down slopes DO NOT use Roll Release Conirol to disengage the 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 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 starting the blades and will
25. anty 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 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
26. ate 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 OPERATOR S SEAT STEERING WHEEL DASHBOARD CONTROLS FUEL TANK UNDER HOOD HOOD HEADLIGHTS ENGINE 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 1 FAMILIARIZATION DECALS SYMBOLS All operators should locate read and understand all decals on the Series G Lawn Tractor before attempting any operation of the tractor If any ROLL RELEASE operator has difficulty in understanding certain symbols incorporated the decals an ROLL OUT DRIVE IN authorized SNAPPER dealer should be contacted for explanation CAUTION A A CAUTION A ROTATING BLADES ROLL RELEASE DECAL 7 2749 _ KEEP HANDS AND FEET FROM UNDER MOWER KEEP DEFLECTOR FASTENED DOWN WHEN MOWING ROTATING BLADES KEEP HANDS AND FEET This Product may be covered by one or more of the following patents 4 1 79 4 164 112 CAUTION DECAL CAUTION DECAL e C 479014
27. d burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool Mower Deck Removal 4 Remove mounting nuts that secure the traction drive belt idler tension pulley and stationary idler pulleys See Figure 4 27 STATIONARY IDLER PULLEYS TRANSMISSION PULLEY TENSION IDLER REMOVE ENGINE ALL PULLEY PULLEYS PULLEY VIEW FROM UNDERNEATH TRACTOR FIGURE 4 27 5 Remove traction drive belt from engine pulley top groove See Figure 4 28 27 REMOVE BELT FROM PULLEY FIGURE 4 28 6 Remove belt from center belt guide 7T Pull belt until it can be removed from transmission pulley 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 29 TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELT STATIONARY IDLER BRACKET BELT GUIDE STATIONARY IDLER FIGURE 4 29 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR Traction drive belt replacement Continued from previous page NOTE When installing a new belt make certain the stationary idler is mounted in the hole closest to the L H side of the tractor See Figure 4 29 4 Make certain belt is within belt guides of idlers 5 Attach tension idler spring to tractor frame See Figure 4 30 6 Reinstall mower deck in reverse order of removal RIGHT REAR TRACTOR FRAME CONNECT SPRING TO FRAME FIGURE
28. ded 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 2 1 3 Check engine oil and add oil as needed to bring level up to but not over the FULL mark Refer to engine owner s manual for oil specifications See Figure 2 1 SAFE LEVEL AREA FIGURE 2 1 2 1 4 Check blade switch to ensure it moves freely Manually pull switch out to the ON position and push switch down to the OFF position 2 1 5 Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck engine 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 With engine OFF raise blade engagement lever to ON The speed control lever cannot be shifted into Reverse Section 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2 1 PRE START CHECKLIST FUEL TANK EX TIGHTEN CAP AFTER FILLING TANK 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 i
29. e 4 35 DO NOT attempt to charge battery while installed on tractor DO NOT use BOOST chargers on the battery REMOVE POSITIVE CABLE LAST REMOVE NEGATIVE CABLE FIRST FIGURE 4 34 29 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 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 3 BATTERY SERVICE 1 Remove battery See Section on 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 t
30. ee Figure 3 1 2 Drain oil into a 2 quart container placed beneath end of oil drain FIGURE 3 1 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 i 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 moving the blade engagement lever down to the OFF position 2 If blades continue to rotate longer than 5 seconds do not operate machine Refer to Section BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT or contact your SNAPPER dealer for assistance 3 2 3 CHECK MOWER BLADE A WARNING A 1 Remove deck from tractor Blades must stop rotating in 5 seconds or less after 2 Carefully position deck to access blade blades have been turned off DO NOT operate machine 3 Check blade for sharpness wear and damage Refer to Section BLADE WEAR LIMITS TORQUE 33 BLADE TO 30 TO 40 FT LBS FIGURE 3 2 until blade brake has been repaired and functioning properly Contact your SNAPPER dealer for assistance Section 3 MAINTENANCE 3 2 4 CHECK 33 DECK DRIVE BELT 1 With engine OFF move blade engagement lever to ON 2 Measure blade cable extens
31. erminal 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 4 5 4 BATTERY STORAGE When out of season it is recommended the battery be removed charged and stored 1 Remove battery See Section REMOVAL 2 Perform battery service 3 Bring battery to full charge if required 4 Store battery in an area away from the RIDER ona wood surface DO NOT STORE BATTERY ON A CONCRETE SURFACE A WARNING BATTERY DO NOT attempt to charge battery while installed on the machine DO NOT use BOOST chargers on the battery DO NOT OVERFILL Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR WARNING A DO NOT OVERFILL DO NOT 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
32. ets and secure with washers and hair pins 11 Raise deck and remove wooden blocks 12 Repeat steps for front to rear level until levelness is acquired Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR 4 3 TRACTOR DRIVE COMPONENTS 4 3 1 BRAKE ADJUSTMENT 1 To be properly adjusted the brake should stop the tractor in approximately 6 feet from top speed when the clutch brake pedal is fully depressed 2 Adjust brake when necessary as follows 3 Turn engine OFF Remove key 4 Locate brake adjustment nut underneath the rear of tractor See Figure 4 13 5 Turn nut clockwise to increase braking action or counterclockwise to decrease braking action 6 Start engine and test brake 7 Continue adjustment as described above until proper adjustment is achieved ROTATE ADJUSTING NUT CLOCKWISE TO INCREASE BRAKING OR COUNTER CLOCKWISE TO DECREASE BRAKING FIGURE 4 13 A WARNING A DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or service with the engine or blade running STOP blade 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 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 14
33. from an oil can See Figure 3 9 PARK BRAKE LEVER SO if LUBRICATE COMPONENTS LUBRICATE BOTHENDS ON UNDERSIDE OF TRACTOR OF TIE ROD ae FIGURE 3 11 10 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 FIGURE 3 9 manual f 3 4 2 FUEL FILTER 8 Blade Engagement Mechanism 1 Service fuel filter as instructed below on COLD Using 30 wt motor oil lubricate the blade ENGINE ONLY engagement mechanism pivot points which are located on the R H underside of tractor See Figure 3 10 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 See Figure 3 12 LUBRICATE COMPONENTS ON UNDERSIDE OF TRACTOR FUEL TANK FUEL FILTER BLADE NS ENGAGEMENT LEVER REMOVE HOSE FIGURE 3 10 Fe CLAMPS 9 Park Brake Lever a Using 30 wt motor oil lubricate the park brake lever FIGURE 3 12 mechanism pivot points which are located on the left hand underside of tractor See Figure 3 11 mechanism with a thin coat of 30 wt motor oil 17 Section 3 MAINTENANCE 3 4 ANNUALLY END OF EACH SEASON 3 4 2 FUEL FILTER Conti
34. in the OFF 1 Move switch to the ON position Turning position Cutting Grass 1 Uneven tire pressure 1 Bring to proper pressure Improperly 3 Move engine speed control to FAST Poor Grass 1 Engine speed too slow 1 Move engine speed control to FAST Discharge 5 Build up of grass clippings and debris under 5 Clean deck deck 6 Improper blade s installed on deck 6 Install proper SNAPPER blades 7 Blade s installed improperly on deck Install blades properly 7 Battery Will Not 1 Poor cable connections 1 Clean cables and battery terminals 2 Charge 2 Bad battery cell s Replace with new battery 3 Faulty alternator 3 Contact engine manufacturer s dealer Oil Leaking From 1 Loose or missing oil filler cap on 1 Check oil level and re install oil cap Transmission transmission 2 Leaking axle seats 2 Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer 3 Leaking at casing seal 3 Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer 35 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE TO BE PERFORMED PAGES USE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS SEASON m ERO MUT B cos I LL MB Cil po EM EH 15 Air Pre pd Service Ed Manual Cleaner Element Air Cleaner Replace Element Engine Manual Spark Plug Replace Plugs Engine Manual amp 18 nne iem pL Engine Cooling Clean Shrouds amp Fins Engine Manual pf f System Battery Check Electrolyte Page 29 30 i E ES Vu m i re I ANE necu Pressures ERN 8 Drive Be
35. ion spring Spring should extend 1 1 8 for proper belt tension See Figure 3 3 BLADE CABLE FIGURE 3 3 3 To adjust tension Refer to Section BLADE BELT ADJUSTMENT 3 3 SERVICE EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS 3 3 4 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 owners manual for cleaning instructions ENGINE AIR CLEANER ENGINE AIR PRE CLEANER FIGURE 3 4 15 3 Remove and replace engine air cleaner See Figure 3 4 Refer to engine owners manual for service instructions 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 MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT 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 33 blade spindle lubrication a Lubricate spindle with 1 to 3 shots of general purpose grease from grease gun 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
36. l to proper level 4 Engine air pre cleaner and or air cleaner 4 Clean free of all debris dirty 5 Spark plug defective or gap set improperly 5 Service spark plug 6 Fuel filter stopped up 6 Replace fuel filter 7 Water debris or stale fuel in fuel system 7 Drain and clean fuel system Engine Loses 1 Excessive load on engine 1 Lessen load by slowing ground speed Power 2 Engine air pre cleaner or air cleaner dirty 2 Clean or replace filters 3 Engine oil level low 3 Fill with engine oil to proper level 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 34 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Tractor Will Not 1 Speed control handle in the neutral N 1 Place speed control in desired speed Move Or Loss Of position Traction 2 Roll release control in ROLL position 2 Move roll release control to the engaged Hydro Models Only position 3 Low transmission oil level Hydro Models 3 Contact authorized Snapper dealer Only Blade s Not 1 Blade engagement switch
37. lack 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 Reinstall seat assembly A WARNING 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 1280 O 10096 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 30 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES The SNAPPER Series F 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 ACCESSORIES 44 Dozer Blade Spring Trip Requires Dozer Blade Support Kit Requires Adapter Mounting Kit Req
38. lts Check For Wear And Pages 15 mil ai Gl RN Mower Blades Check For Wear And Pages 24 25 um Mower Deck Clean Debris Page 8 sal A a AO Deck Underside e oe a Points Check Oil Level pem 18 sum e m m OLLI Lockout Mechanism 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 DRIVE BELTS MOWER BLADES MODEL No Engine to Transmission Engine to Deck Standard NINJA ELT145H33FBV 7 3026 2 6546 3464 2 4234 36 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 authorized SNAPPER dealer for replacement under this warr
39. 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 2796 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 weights or a weighted load carrier in accordance with instructions supplied with a grass catcher DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 10 degrees
40. n cause severe injury 4 4 5 33 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 on its left side to access blade 5 Remove blade mounting bolts nuts and washers See Figure 4 21 BLADE MOUNTING BOLTS FIGURE 4 21 25 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR 4 4 5 33 MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT Continued 6 Install new blade part number 3 4168 onto blade mounting bar 7 Torque 30 to 40 ft Ibs 4 4 6 TRACTION DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT 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 Disconnect the deck lift rod from the front lift arm See Figure 4 22 FRONT LIFT FRONT LIFT ROD HAIR PIN FIGURE 4 22 WARNING A DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or service with the engine or blade running STOP blade 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 Mower Deck Removal 5 Remove hair pins from the front deck hanger rod See Figure 4 23 RIGHT SIDE amp LG VORNE oe 27 cte FRONT
41. n 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 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 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 maintained TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 3 TABLE OF 4 SECTION 1 FAMILIARIZATION
42. n the operator s seat and slide the seat forward or backward until the clutch brake pedal can be fully depressed comfortably Raise seat and tighten the adjusting knobs to secure seat in position See Figure 2 3 LOOSEN ADJUSTING KNOBS TO ADJUST 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 engagement lever 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 engagement lever down to the OFF position See Figure 2 4 cB vee PUSH BLADE ENGAGEMENT LEVER DOWN TO OFF TO START ENGINE 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 blade is running If the interlock ever fails to work DO NOT OPERATE the tractor until the interlock has been repaired CLUTCH BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LEVER so 9 PUSH PEDAL ALL THE WAY DOWN TO START ENGINE
43. nt To Rear Front Lift Rod 22 Deck Level Adjustment Brake Adjustment HYDRO DRIVE 23 Steering Adjustment 23 Shifter Adjustment 23 24 Traction Drive Belt Adjustment 24 Mower Blade Service 24 25 Mower Blade Sharpening 25 Mower Blade Replacement 25 26 Traction Drive Belt Removal Replace 26 28 Deck Belt Removal amp Replacement 28 Battery Service sess 29 30 AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES 31 SECTION 5 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 32 33 Harness Routing eene 32 Schematics Briggs amp Stratton w o Lights 33 Schematics Briggs amp Stratton w Lights 33 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 34 35 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 36 MAINTENANCE 36 WARRANT Y ires Po tenute 37 Section 1 FAMILIARIZATION CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT SEAT ADJUSTMENT KNOB SPEED CONTROL LEVER BATTERY UNDER SEAT OVERRIDE LEVER BLADE ENGAGEMENT LEVER DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR MOWING DECK 33 SHOWN COMPONENTS The nomenclature drawings above illustr
44. nued From Previous Page 3 Install new fuel filter part number 1 4359 See Figure 3 13 NEW FUEL FILTER PART NUMBER 1 4359 FIGURE 3 13 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 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 18 Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR WARNING A DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or service with the engine or blade running STOP blade 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
45. o Section To retain the quality of the Tractor use genuine ADJUSTING MOWER BLADE SNAPPER replacement parts only Contact a local 5 Checktorque of blade mounting bolts SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance For Torque 33 deck to 30 to 40 ft lbs See Figure 3 2 the correct part or information for a particular Tractor always mention the model and serial number SNAPPER 2 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 OIL FILLER TUBE FASTEX OIL DRAIN A WARNING A DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or service with the engine or blade running STOP blade STOP engine Set brake Remove key Remove spark plug wire from spark ROTATE COUNTER CLOCKWISE AND PULL OUT plug and secure wire away from spark plug Engine and TO OPEN components can be extremely hot Avoid burns by allowing PUSH IN AND ROTATE engine and components sufficient time to cool CLOCKWISE TO CLOSE 3 2 1 CHANGE ENGINE OIL These model tractors are equipped Fastex oil drains 1 Rotate drain body counterclockwise and pull out to open drain S
46. osition 5 Check front to rear level Refer to Section 33 DECK LEVEL ADJUSTMENT FRONT TO REAR MOVE BLADE ENGAGEMENT FIGURE 4 2 Continued on next page Section 4 ADJUSTMENT amp REPAIR 4 2 2 BLADE BELT ADJUSTMENT 33 Deck Continued from previous page IMPORTANT If deck front to rear level is not correct this could cause blade belt problems 6 Move blade engagement lever to ON 7 Measure blade cable extension spring Spring should extend 1 1 8 for proper belt tension See Figure 4 3 BLADE CABLE EXTENSION SPRING FIGURE 4 3 8 To adjust tension remove extension rod mounting bolt and nut See Figure 4 4 9 Move extension rod to next hole towards rear of deck and secure with mounting bolt and nut 10 Measure extension spring with blade engagement lever in the ON and OFF positions See Figure 4 3 Continue adjustment until tension is correct IMPORTANT Blade brake function must be verified after performing blade belt adjustment 11 Check blade brake Refer to Section CHECK BLADE BRAKE Blades must stop rotating in 5 seconds or less when turned off 4 2 3 ADJUSTING MOWER BLADE 33 Decks Only 1 Select a point on the deck and mark for reference 2 Mark blade tips as A and B 3 Rotate blade until blade tip is at deck reference mark 4 Measure the distance between deck lip and blade tip Note the measurement See Figure 4 5 20 LEAST TENS
47. p 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 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
48. per 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 AX 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 3622 I R 4 18 00 41
49. t any adjustments maintenance or service with the engine or blade running STOP blade 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 NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT NUT TURN NUT CLOCKWISE TO REDUCE FORWARD CREEP FIGURE 4 15 WARNING A DO NOT adjust shift linkage with engine running The adjustment requires hands to be close to rotating parts STOP engine REMOVE key 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 16 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 NOTE Should less tension be required move stationary idler towards right side of tractor See Figure 4 16 6 Secure stationary idler with mounting bolt 24 7T Place spark plug wire onto spark plug
50. uires Snow Thrower Support Kit Requires Hitch Subframe Kit 31 SECTION 5 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Figure 5 1 illustrates typical harness routing on some Snapper Lawn Tractors Use this when locating various electrical components TO BATTERY NEGATIVE TERMINAL TO BATTERY e SOLENOID POSITIVE 4 s UNDER SEAT BA A 7 I IGNITION SWITCH SWITCH S eo ow PARK TO L H HEADLIGHT n BRAKE EN SWITCH EM 20 AMP 7 L FUSE y a RN AN HEADLIGHT Cot v o S NL e HARNESS f TO ENGINE HARNESS BLADE ENGAGEMENT aa LEVER SWITCH NS GROUND TO g gt 2 ENGINE M sy tut 7 2 FIGURE 5 1 32 SECTION 5 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SCHEMATICS BRIGGS amp STRATTON WITHOUT LIGHTS IGNITION SWITCH BATTERY FIGURE 5 2 BRIGGS amp STRATTON WITH LIGHTS ANTI AFTER FIRE SOLENOID IGNITION GROUND AC QUTPUT GREEN FIGURE 5 3 33 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Starter Will Not 1 Battery dead 1 Service battery Crank Engine continues to spin contact Engine Dealer Engine Will Not 1 Blade engagement switch in the ON 1 Move blade engagement switch to OFF Start position 4 Move engine speed control to CHOKE Engine Stalls After Running 2 Engine speed control in the CHOKE 2 Move engine speed control to FAST position 3 Fuel tank empty 3 Fill with fue
51. 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 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 37 SERVICE NOTES 38 SERVICE NOTES 39 SERVICE NOTES 40 Safety Instructions amp Operator s Manual for SNAPPER EUROPEAN LAWN TRACTOR HYDROSTATIC DRIVE 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 Snap
52. 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 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

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