Snapper EM250821BE, EM281021BE important safety instructions PRE-START Check List

Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2.1PRE-START CHECK LIST

Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up.

2.1.1.Check tires and add or release air as needed to bring pressure to 12 psi in front and 12 psi in rear tires.

2.1.2.Check guards, deflectors and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tightened.

2.1.3.Check engine oil and add oil as needed to bring level up to the FULL mark. Refer to engine owner’s manual for oil specifications. See Figure 2.1.

SAFE

LEVEL

AREA

FIGURE 2.1

2.1.4.Check blade control to insure it works freely. If blade pedals are depressed, blade lever can be moved manually from “ON” to “OFF” to stop blade.

2.1.5.Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and engine of any accumulation of dirt, grass, oil, etc. Keep engine air intake screen and cooling fins clear at all times.

2.1.6.Check Reverse Lockout Mechanism. With blade pedals depressed, shift lever must not go into reverse.

2.1.7.Add fuel to tank after pushing the Rear Engine Rider outside where fumes can dissipate. Make sure fuel filler cap is tight and vent is open after refueling. Refer to engine owner’s manual for fuel specifications. See Figure 2.2.

2.2OPERATOR’S SEAT ADJUSTMENT 2.2.1. FRONT TO REAR ADJUSTMENT

1.With the engine stopped, loosen the two adjusting knobs and move seat to desired position. After adjustment, tighten knobs securely. If seat does not move after loosening knobs, it may be necessary to loosen the 5/16” patch lock screws located at the rear of the seat using a 1/2 inch wrench. See Figure 2.3.

OPERATOR’S

SEAT

ADJUSTING

KNOBS

5/16” PATCH LOCK SCREWS (DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN)

FIGURE 2.3

FUEL	OPEN
	VENT
FILLER
CAP

FUEL

TANK

FIGURE 2.2

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