Snapper LT160H42GBV, 2LT160H42GBV2, LT180H48GBV2 Stopping Stopping Mower Blades

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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2.4STOPPING

2.4.3. STOPPING MOWER BLADES

1.Stop mower blade by pushing blades switch IN to disengage blades. See Figure 2.11.

ON

PUSH BLADE SWITCH IN TO

THE “OFF” POSITION

OFF

PULL BLADE

SWITCH OUT TO

THE “ON”

POSITION

FIGURE 2.11

WARNING

Once blades are disengaged, they should come to a complete stop in 5 seconds or less. If the blades continue to rotate after 5 seconds, the blade brake must be repaired. Return machine to an authorized SNAPPER dealer. DO NOT continue to operate machine until blade brake has been repaired and functioning properly.

2.4.4.SETTING PARK BRAKE

1.Fully depress clutch/brake pedal.

2.Move park brake lever up into slot. See Figure 2.12.

3.Release pedal.

PUSH PEDAL ALL

PARK BRAKE

THE WAY DOWN

LEVER

MOVE PARK BRAKE

LEVER “UP” TO

ENGAGE PARK BRAKE

2.4.5.RELEASING PARK BRAKE

1.Fully depress clutch/brake pedal. Move park brake lever “DOWN” to release park brake. Release clutch/brake pedal. See Figure 2.13.

 

PARK

CLUTCH/BRAKE

BRAKE

PEDAL

LEVER

 

 

FULLY DEPRESS

CLUTCH/BRAKE

PEDAL

FIGURE 2.13

2.5.CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

1. Depress lock button on cutting height adjustment lever. See Figure 2.14.

DEPRESS

LOCK BUTTON

CUTTING

HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

LEVER

HIGHEST CUT

LOWEST CUT

FIGURE 2.14

2.Raise or lower deck to any of six positions as desired. Release lock button.

WARNING

DO NOT park machine on slopes.

FIGURE 2.12

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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 LevelnessTractor Drive Components Brake Adjustment Steering AdjustmentShifter Adjustment Mower Blade Service Standard Blade Wear Limits Traction Drive Belt AdjustmentNinja Blade Wear Limits Standard Blade SharpeningNinja Blade Sharpening Mower Blade Replacement Traction Drive Belt Replacement Mower Deck RemovalDeck Shown 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