Snapper General Recommendations, Inspection, How to Check the Muffler, Inspect Blade

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General Recommendations

1.The owner’s responsibility is to maintain this product. This will extend the life of the product and is also necessary to maintain warranty coverage.

2.Check the spark plug, drive brake, lubricate the unit, and clean the air filter once a year.

3.Check the fasteners. Make sure all fasteners are tight.

4.Follow the Maintenance section to keep the unit in good operating condition.

WARNING: Before you make an inspection, adjustment, or repair to the unit, disconnect the wire to the spark plug. Remove the wire from the spark plug to prevent the engine from starting by accident.

NOTE: Torque is measured in foot pounds (metric Nm). This measurement describes how tight a nut or bolt must be. The torque is measured with a torque wrench.

Inspection

How to Check the Muffler

Check the muffler every 50 hours. Make sure the muffler is correctly mounted and is not loose. If the muffler is worn or burnt, replace with a new muffler. A worn muffler is a fire hazard and can also damage the engine.

If you mount a spark arrester to the muffler, also check the spark arrester when you check the muffler. If the spark arrester is worn or damaged, replace it with a new spark arrester. See your nearest authorized service center for a spark arrester.

Inspect Blade

WARNING: Before you inspect or remove the blade, disconnect the wire to the spark plug. If the blade hits an object, stop the engine. Check the unit for damage. The blade has sharp edges. When you hold the blade, use gloves or cloth material to protect your hands.

If you keep the blade sharp and inspect the blade for damage, the blade will cut better and be more safe to operate. Frequently check the blade for excessive wear, cracks, or other damage. Frequently check the nut that holds the blade. Keep the nut tight. If the blade hits an object, stop the engine. Disconnect the wire to the spark plug. See if the blade is bent or damaged. Check the blade adapter for damage. Before you operate the unit, replace damaged parts with original equipment parts. See the authorized service center in your area. Every three years, have an authorized service person inspect the blade or replace the old blade with an original equipment part.

How to Remove and Install the Blade

1.Remove the mower housing. See the instructions on “How To Remove The Mower Housing”.

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2.Use a piece of wood to keep the blade from rotating.

3.Remove the nut that holds the blade (Figure 19).

A

G

F

B

C

E

D

Figure 19: Removing the blades

A - Hi-lift edge up

B - Blade

C - Belleville washer

D - Nut

E - Washer

F - Blade adapter

G - Mandrel

4.Check the blade and the blade adapter according to the instructions for “Inspect Blade”. Replace a badly worn or damaged blade with an original equipment blade. See an authorized service center in your area.

5.Clean the top and bottom of the mower housing. Remove all the grass and debris.

6.Mount the blade and blade adapter on the mandrel (Figure 19).

7.Mount the blade so that the hi-lift edges are up. If the blade is upside down, the blade will not cut correctly and can cause an accident.

8.Fasten the blade with the original washers and nut. Make sure the outside rim of the Belleville washer is against the blade (Figure 20).

WARNING: Always keep the nut tight that holds the blade. A loose nut or blade can cause an accident.

9.Tighten the nut that holds the blade to a torque of 35 foot pounds (47,5 N-m).

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Contents Lawn Tractor Series Date Purchased Where to Find Us MowerEngine Table of Contents Do not allow pre-teenage children to operate machine Protection for ChildrenProtection against Tipovers PreparationSafe Handling of Gasoline Towing Ghij International PictorialsParts Bag Contents AssemblyAssembling the Steering Wheel Installing the SeatHow to Install the Battery Cables Maintenance Free BatteryOperator Presence System Seat Remove the protective cap from the battery terminalHow To Check The Safety Interlock Switches IMPORTANT! Before You Start MowingCheck the Level of the Mower Deck How to Prepare the EngineCheck the Tires Features and Controls Operation Using ControlsHow to Use the Throttle Control How to Engage the Blades 42 ModelsDriving and Stopping the Unit How to Engage the Blades 46 & 52 modelsHow to Use the Speed Control Pedal Push the brake pedal How to Use the Cruise ControlHow to Drive in Reverse How to Change DirectionHow to Stop the Unit How to Set the Parking BrakeHow to Change the Cutting Height Mowing How to Transport the UnitHow to Operate the Mower Deck Remove the key to restrict access to the RMO featureHow to Start Operation on a Hill How to Operate the Unit on HillsHow to Stop on a Hill Add Gasoline How to Start the EngineEngine Operation Before Starting the Engine Check the OilUse the left side of the mower deck to trim near an object TipsOperating Tips Mowing and Bagging TipsMaintenance engine Examine blades MaintenanceMaintenance Schedule Frequency Maintenance Required CommentsInspection How to Check the MufflerHow to Remove and Install the Blade General RecommendationsHow to Adjust the Blade Rotation Control 42 Models AdjustmentsHow to Sharpen the Blade Blade engage cable adjustment Blade engage cable bracket Blade Brake Check 46 & 52 Models Only How to Check and Adjust the PTO Clutch 46 & 52 ModelsRemove the 1/4 inch 6 mm pin or bolt Figure How to Check and Adjust the Motion Drive BeltBefore you charge the battery, remove the battery How to Remove the BatteryHow to Clean the Battery How to Charge the BatteryLubrication Where to LubricateRemove the mower drive belt from the stack pulley Mower Deck MaintenanceHow to Check the Fuel Filter How to Install the Mower Deck 42 ModelsMower driver belt V Belt guide Stack pulley How to Install the Mower Deck 46 & 52 Models How to Remove the Mower Deck 46 & 52 ModelsHanger rod Q Adjuster arm Remove the gauge wheels Figure How to Adjust the Gauge WheelsHow to Level the Mower Deck Replacing the Motion Drive Belt Loosening adjuster knobs Lift link Adjuster knobsHow to Replace the Mower Drive Belt 42 Models English Remove the primary mower drive belt from the stack pulley How to Replace the Primary Mower Drive Belt 46 & 52 ModelsEnglish Fasten the rear wheel with washer and e-ring How to Install the WheelsHow to Replace the Fuse Storage over 30 days Troubleshooting Chart TroubleshootingMower blades will not Pedal is depressed When the brake pedal isCorrectly Cut levelProduct Specifications SpecificationsEnglish English Year Limited Warranty Snapper Products Macon Street McDonough, GA

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