Snapper LT150H33IBV, LT180H33IBV, LT180H38IBV Uneven tire pressure Bring to proper pressure

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM

 

PROBABLE CAUSE

 

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Tractor Will Not

1. Speed control handle in the neutral “N”

1.

Place speed control in desired speed.

Move Or Loss Of

 

position.

 

 

Traction

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Roll release control in “ROLL” position.

2.

Move roll release control to the engaged

 

 

(Hydro Models Only)

 

position.

 

3.

Low transmission oil level. (Hydro Models

3.Contact authorized Snapper dealer.

 

 

Only)

 

 

 

4.

Shifter out of adjustment.

4.

Adjust shifter.

 

5.

Traction drive belt requires adjustment.

5.

Adjust traction drive belt.

 

6.

Traction drive belt requires replacement.

6.

Replace traction drive belt.

Blade(s) Not

1. Blade engagement switch in the “OFF”

1.

Move switch to the “ON” position.

Turning

 

position.

 

 

 

2.

Blade belt requires adjustment.

2.

Adjust mower belt.

 

3.

Blade belt requires replacement.

3.

Replace mower belt.

 

4.

Electric clutch not functioning.

4.

Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.

Cutting Grass

1. Uneven tire pressure.

1.

Bring to proper pressure.

Improperly

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Cutting height too low or high.

2.

Adjust cutting height.

 

3.

Engine speed too slow.

3.

Move engine speed control to “FAST”.

 

4.

Forward speed too fast.

4.

Move speed control to a slower speed.

 

5.

Deck side to side level requires adjustment.

5.

Adjust side to side level.

 

6.

Deck front to rear level requires adjustment.

6.

Adjust front to rear level.

 

7.

Cutting Blade dull or damaged.

7.

Sharpen cutting edges or replace blade.

 

8.

Blade belt requires replacement.

8.

Replace blade belt.

 

9.

Blade belt slipping.

9.

Replace blade belt.

Poor Grass

1. Engine speed too slow.

1.

Move engine speed control to “FAST”.

Discharge

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Forward speed too fast.

2.

Move speed control to a slower speed.

 

3.

Grass is wet.

3.

Mow when grass is dry.

 

4.

Excessively worn or damaged blade(s).

4.

Service mower blade(s).

 

5.

Build up of grass clippings and debris under

5.

Clean deck.

 

 

deck.

 

 

 

6.

Improper blade(s) installed on deck.

6.

Install proper SNAPPER blades.

 

7.

Blade(s) installed improperly on deck.

7.

Install blades properly.

Battery Will Not

1. Poor cable connections.

1.

Clean cables and battery terminals.

Charge

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Bad battery cell(s).

2.

Replace with new battery.

 

3.

Faulty alternator.

3.

Contact engine manufacturer’s dealer.

Oil Leaking From

1. Loose or missing oil filler cap on

1.

Check oil level and re-install oil cap.

Transmission

 

transmission.

 

 

 

2.

Leaking axle seats.

2.

Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.

 

3.

Leaking at casing seal.

3.

Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.

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Contents Model Number Explanation European Lawn Tractor Hydrostatic Drive Series HImportant Safety Instructions From Previous OperationTable of Contents Components Controls FamiliarizationFamiliarization Decals / Symbols Lights on Engine OFF Engine on Start OPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment Front to Rear Adjustment PRE-START ChecklistOFF Starting & Operation Starting EngineStopping Wheel Drive Starting & Operation 2.3.2. Starting Wheel DriveStarting Mower Blade Stopping ENGINE, BLADE, Wheel Drive Stopping EngineReleasing Park Brake Setting Park BrakeCutting Height Adjustment Stopping Stopping Mower BladeRolling Tractor with Engine OFF Rolling Hydro Models Reverse Lockout Mechanism Override Reverse Lockout MechanismCheck Blade Brake Service After First 5 HoursIntroduction Change Engine OILMower Components Service Every 25 Operating Hours Check EngineCheck 33 Deck Drive Belt Tractor Lubrication Fuel Filter Annually END of Each SeasonSpark Plug Hydrostatic Transmission OIL Annually END of Each Season 3.4.2. Fuel FilterOn next Engine Adjustments & RepairBlade Brake Adjustment Deck Blade Brake AdjustmentAdjusting Mower Blade 33 Decks Only Blade Belt Adjustment 33 Deck from previousSide View of Deck Deck Level Adjustment Side to Side Deck Level Adjustment Front to Rear Front Lift ROD Deck Level Adjustment Front to Rear Sector PlatesShifter Adjustment Tractor Drive Components 4.3.1. Brake AdjustmentSteering Adjustment Mower Blade Service Standard Blade Wear Limits Ninja Blade Sharpening Mower Blade ReplacementNinja Blade Wear Limits Standard Blade SharpeningTraction drive belt removal Mower Blade ReplacementTraction Drive Belt Replacement Traction Drive Belt Replacement Mower Deck RemovalView from Underneath Tractor Traction drive belt replacementTraction drive belt removal from previous Mower Deck RemovalDeck Drive Belt Traction drive belt replacement from previousDeck Belt Removal & Replacement Deck Belt Removal & Replacement 33 Deck Drive BeltBattery Storage Battery Battery RemovalBattery Installation Battery ServiceNEW Battery Preparation Battery TestingAvailable Accessories Electrical System Electrical System Troubleshooting Guide Uneven tire pressure Bring to proper pressure ELT145H33HBV Tractor Drive Belts Mower BladesModel No Engine to Transmission Engine to Deck Standard NinjaDisclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyService Notes Service Notes European Lawn Tractor Hydrostatic Drive Series H

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