Snapper LT160H48GBV, LT160H42GBV2, LT180H48GBV2, WLT160H42GBV, WLT180H48GBV2 Starting & Operation

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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2.3STARTING & 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

NEUTRAL

REVERSE

FORWARD

SPEEDS

FIGURE 2.7

2.3.3STARTING MOWER BLADE

1.Start engine. Refer to Section “STARTING ENGINE”.

2.Pull blade switch OUT to engage blade. See Figure 2.8.

ON

PUSH BLADE SWITCH IN TO

THE “OFF” POSITION

OFF

PULL BLADE

SWITCH OUT TO

THE “ON”

POSITION

2.4STOPPING ENGINE, BLADE, WHEEL DRIVE 2.4.1. STOPPING ENGINE

1.Stop engine by turning key to the "OFF" position. See Figure 2.9.

RUN

OFF START

KEY

FIGURE 2.9

2.4.2.STOPPING WHEEL DRIVE

1.Fully depress clutch/brake pedal to stop wheel drive. See Figure 2.10.

CLUTCH/BRAKE

PEDAL

FULLY DEPRESS

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL TO

STOP WHEEL MOTION

FIGURE 2.10

FIGURE 2.8

WARNING

DO NOT operate blades in reverse. STOP BLADES. LOOK and SEE behind and down for children, pets and hazards before and while backing.

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Contents Model Number Explanation 160Important Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Familiarization Components ControlsPRE-START Checklist OPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment Front to Rear AdjustmentStarting & Operation Starting Engine Starting & Operation Starting Wheel DriveStarting Mower Blade Stopping ENGINE, BLADE, Wheel Drive 2.4.1. Stopping EngineSetting Park Brake Cutting Height AdjustmentStopping Stopping Mower Blades Releasing Park BrakeRolling Tractor with Engine OFF 2.6.1. Rolling Hydro Models Reverse Lockout Mechanism Reverse Lockout Mechanism OverrideService After First 5 Hours IntroductionChange Engine OIL Check Blade BrakeCheck Deck Drive Belt Sevice Every 25 Operating Hours Check EngineSingle Cylinder Engine Type Twin Cylinder Engine Type Mower ComponentsTractor Lubrication From Previous Clutch/Brake Pivot Steering Sector GearSteering Shaft Steering Drag LinkAnnually END of Each Season EngineFuel Filter Spark Plug Hydrostatic Transmission OILEngine Adjustments & Repair Blade Brake AdjustmentBlade Belt Adjustment Mower Deck Adjustment Levelness 1. SIDE-To-SIDE 42 DecksClevis Mower Deck Adjustment Levelness SIDE-To-SIDE 48 Decks TOP View of DeckMower Deck Adjustment Levelness Front To RearShifter Adjustment Tractor Drive Components Brake AdjustmentSteering Adjustment Traction Drive Belt Adjustment Mower Blade Service Standard Blade Wear LimitsNinja Blade Sharpening Ninja Blade Wear LimitsStandard Blade Sharpening Mower Blade Replacement Deck Shown Traction Drive Belt ReplacementMower Deck Removal Traction drive belt replacement View from Underneath TractorBell Crank Adjustment & Repair Tension Idler Spring Remove Spring from TOP View Mower Deck Battery Battery Removal Battery InstallationBattery Service Battery StorageBattery Testing NEW Battery PreparationRemove NUT Remove Belt from Spindle Remove Blade Bolt Accessories AvailableLT160H42GBV LT180H48GBV2 LT160H42GBV2Electrical System Troubleshooting Guide Problem Probable Cause Corrective ActionTroubleshooting Guide Ninja LT160H42FBVYear Limited Warranty Disclaimer of WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Service Notes Lawn Tractor Hydrostatic Drive Electric Clutch Series G

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