Snapper LT160H42GBV, LT160H42GBV2, LT180H48GBV2, WLT160H42GBV, WLT180H48GBV2 Familiarization

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Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL

PARK

BRAKE

LEVER

DOWN

OPERATOR’S

SEAT

SPEED

CONTROL

LEVER

BATTERY (UNDER SEAT)

SEAT

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

OVERRIDE

LEVER

CUTTING

HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

LEVER

DISCHARGE

DEFLECTOR

MOWING DECK (42” SHOWN)

LIGHT

SWITCH

CHOKE

BLADE

SWITCH

FAST

SLOW

STEERING	ENGINE SPEED	IGNITION
STEERING	CONTROL	KEY
WHEEL

DASHBOARD CONTROLS

FUEL TANK (UNDER HOOD)

HOOD

HEADLIGHTS

ENGINE

FIGURE 1.1

COMPONENTS

The nomenclature drawings above, illustrate 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.

Study the Important Safety Instructions, this Operator’s Manual and Engine Owner’s Manual before operating this machine. Keep these manuals available for future reference.

CONTROLS

All operators should be acquainted with the operator’s controls before attempting start-up or operation of the Lawn Tractor. See the Control Panel drawing above.

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Contents 160 Model Number ExplanationImportant Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Components Controls FamiliarizationOPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment Front to Rear Adjustment PRE-START ChecklistStarting & Operation Starting Engine Starting Wheel Drive Starting & OperationStarting Mower Blade Stopping ENGINE, BLADE, Wheel Drive 2.4.1. Stopping EngineCutting Height Adjustment Setting Park BrakeStopping Stopping Mower Blades Releasing Park BrakeRolling Tractor with Engine OFF 2.6.1. Rolling Hydro Models Reverse Lockout Mechanism Override Reverse Lockout MechanismIntroduction Service After First 5 HoursChange Engine OIL Check Blade BrakeCheck Deck Drive Belt Service Every 25 Operating Hours Check EngineSingle Cylinder Engine Type Twin Cylinder Engine Type Mower ComponentsSteering Sector Gear Tractor Lubrication From Previous Clutch/Brake PivotSteering Shaft Steering Drag LinkEngine Annually END of Each SeasonFuel Filter Spark Plug Hydrostatic Transmission OILBlade Brake Adjustment Engine Adjustments & RepairBlade Belt Adjustment Mower Deck Adjustment Levelness 1. SIDE-To-SIDE 42 DecksClevis TOP View of Deck Mower Deck Adjustment Levelness SIDE-To-SIDE 48 DecksFront To Rear Mower Deck Adjustment LevelnessShifter Adjustment Tractor Drive Components Brake AdjustmentSteering Adjustment Mower Blade Service Standard Blade Wear Limits Traction Drive Belt AdjustmentNinja Blade Sharpening Ninja Blade Wear LimitsStandard Blade Sharpening Mower Blade Replacement Deck Shown Traction Drive Belt ReplacementMower Deck Removal View from Underneath Tractor Traction drive belt replacementBell Crank Adjustment & Repair Tension Idler Spring Remove Spring from TOP View Mower Deck Battery Installation Battery Battery RemovalBattery Service Battery StorageNEW Battery Preparation Battery TestingRemove NUT Remove Belt from Spindle Remove Blade Bolt Available AccessoriesLT160H42GBV LT180H48GBV2 LT160H42GBV2Electrical System Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action Troubleshooting GuideTroubleshooting Guide LT160H42FBV NinjaDisclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Service Notes Lawn Tractor Hydrostatic Drive Electric Clutch Series G