Snapper E281323BVE, E251023BVE, E281223BVE, E331523KVE important safety instructions

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Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for

EUROPEAN

REAR ENGINE RIDING MOWER

SERIES 23

MODEL

E251023BVE

E281223BVE

E281323BVE

E331523KVE

MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

E

 

33

15

23

 

K

V

 

E

 

 

 

 

 

EUROPEAN MODEL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ENGINE OPTIONS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CUTTING WIDTH

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ENGINE TYPE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ENGINE HP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SERIES DESIGNATION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

E – European

25

– 25” Cutting Deck

10

– 10.0 hp

15 – 15.0 HP

 

23 – Series

 

 

B - Briggs Engine

 

V – Overhead Valve

Model

28

- 28” Cutting Deck

12

- 12.0 HP

 

 

 

 

 

 

Designation

K – Kohler Engine

 

E - Electric Start

 

 

33

– 33” cutting Deck

13

– 13.0 HP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your machine, read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” on Pages 2 thru 4. Remember that all power equipment can be dangerous if used improperly. Also keep in mind that SAFETY requires careful use in accordance with the operating instructions and common sense!

COPYRIGHT © 2003

SNAPPER PRODUCTS INC.

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

MANUAL No. 7-5573 (I.R. 6/30/03)

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Contents Manual No -5573 I.R /30/03 European Rear Engine Riding Mower SeriesImportant Safety Instructions Safe Handling of Gasoline Maintenance Table of Contents Nomenclature IntroductionFamiliarization Decals / Symbols Lowest Traction Height CUT Clutch PRE-START Check List OPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment 2.2.1. Front to Rear AdjustmentOn Next Starting & Operation Engine Electric StartEngine Electric Start Starting & OperationEngine Manual Start Wheel Drive Starting & Operation 2.3.3. Mower BladeMower Blade Stopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.1. EngineStopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.4. Park Brake Cutting Height AdjustmentDo not park machine on slopes Reverse Lockout Mechanism Service Engine AIR Cleaner Check Mower Blade Service After First 5 Hours Change Engine OILService Brake / Park Brake Service After First 5 Hours 3.2.4. Check Blade Drive BeltBlade Brake Lubrication Grease Fittings Interlock SystemCheck Engine Clean Mower Deck Battery Fluid LevelDo not Overfill Mower Deck LevelnessLeft Rear Axle Bearing Grease Fitting Fuel Filter Service AnnuallyEvery TWO Years Storage OUT of SeasonBlade Brake Adjustment Engine Adjustments & RepairClearance Mower Drive Belt Adjustment for 25/28 Decks only Mower Deck Adjustment Brake Cable Chain Case Depress Loosen CLUTCH/BRAKE Blade Sharpening Mower Blade Replacement 4.4.1. Blade Wear LimitsBelt Replacement Blade Drive Belt ReplacementBelt Removal 25/28 DecksBattery Installation Battery Battery RemovalBattery Storage Battery ServiceNEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from carton Battery TestingSnapper Rear Engine Rider Accessories Stop Problem Probable Cause Corrective ActionBlades Not Cutting Loss Of TractionCutting Grass ImproperlyTo be Performed Pages Subject Service ReferenceMAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts Maintenance Parts Disclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyPage Manual No -5573 I.R /30/03