Snapper M280919B, M250819BE, M281019BE, M300919B, M301019BE Starting & Operation

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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2.3STARTING & OPERATION

2.3.1. ENGINE (ELECTRIC START) (Continued)

8.Should the battery be too weak to start the engine, Refer to Section “ENGINE (MANUAL START)” to manually start the electric start engines.

2.3.2. ENGINE (MANUAL START)

IMPORTANT: When the ignition key is turned to “RUN”, and the recoil handle is pulled, the engine will turn over, but will not start unless the Clutch/Brake Pedal is pressed all the way down with Parking Brake engaged (See Figure 2.8) and the Blade Lever is in the “Off” position (See Figure 2.4). Start engine as follows:

1.Move transmission shift lever to (N) Neutral position. DO NOT start engine with transmission shift lever in a drive position.

WARNING

It is possible to start engine with transmission shift lever in a drive position. Follow starting instructions carefully.

2.Make certain the Blade Lever is in the “Off” position. See Figure 2.4.

3.Press Clutch/Brake Pedal all the way down, move Parking Brake Latch over and release the Clutch/Brake Pedal to set Parking Brake. See Figure 2.8.

TO START ENGINE,

PUSH CLUTCH/BRAKE

PEDAL ALL THE DOWN

5.Move engine speed control to the choke position to start a cold engine. See Figure 2.6

6.Turn key to “RUN” position. See Figure 2.9.

KEY

FIGURE 2.9

7.Pull starter rope with a smooth, even motion until engine starts. Always guide the starter rope back into the recoil housing. Never allow rope to snap back. After Engine starts, move engine speed control to the “FAST” position.

8.Allow a brief warm-up until engine runs smooth.

MOVE

PARKING

BRAKE

LATCH

OVER

FIGURE 2.8

4.Open vent on fuel filler cap by turning counterclockwise. NOTE: Failure to open vent on the fuel filler cap can cause engine to stall. See Figure 2.2.

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Contents Rear Engine Riding Mower Series Manual No -1947 REV , 8/20/99Important Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Introduction NomenclatureOPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment 2.2.1. Front to Rear Adjustment PRE-START Check ListStarting & Operation Engine Electric Start On NextEngine Manual Start Starting & OperationEngine Electric Start Starting & Operation 2.3.3. Mower Blade Wheel DriveStopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.1. Engine Mower BladeDo not park the machine on slopes Cutting Height AdjustmentStopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.4. Park Brake Change Engine OIL Service After First 5 HoursService Engine AIR Cleaner Check Mower Blade Service After First 5 Hours 3.2.4. Check Blade Drive Belt Service Brake / Park BrakeBlade Brake Interlock SystemService Every 25 Operating Hours Battery Fluid LevelLevelness Clean Mower Deck Lubrication Grease FittingsService Every 25 Operating Hours 3.3.8. Rear Axle Bearing Service Annually Fuel FilterEvery TWO Years Storage OUT of SeasonEngine Adjustments & Repair Mower Drive Belt Adjustment for 25, 28 & 30 M ModelsBlade Brake Adjustment Front to Rear Levelness 30 Decks Mower Deck AdjustmentFront to Rear Levelness 25 & 28 Decks Wheel Brake Adjustment Mower Blade Replacement 4.4.1. Blade Wear Limits Blade SharpeningBelt Removal Blade Drive Belt ReplacementBelt Replacement Battery Battery Removal Battery InstallationBattery Service Battery StorageNEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from carton Battery TestingSnapper Rear Engine Rider Accessories Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action StopLoss Of Traction Blades Not CuttingCutting Grass ImproperlySubject Service Reference To be Performed PagesMAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts Maintenance Parts Year Limited Warranty Disclaimer of WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Service Notes Rear Engine Riding Mower Series

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