Snapper E281323BVE, E251023BVE, E281223BVE, E331523KVE Battery Fluid Level, Do not Overfill

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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE

3.3SERVICE - EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS (Continued from previous page)

3.3.2. BATTERY FLUID LEVEL

1.Remove battery. Refer to Section “BATTERY REMOVAL”.

2.Remove battery caps. Check fluid level.

3.Add water only to bring fluid to proper level –

DO NOT OVERFILL.

4.Reinstall battery. Refer to Section “BATTERY INSTALLATION”.

3.3.3. MOWER DECK LEVELNESS

Check mower deck for proper level. Adjust as required. Refer to Section “MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT – LEVELNESS”.

WARNING

DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before working on machine. Fuel Filler Cap and Vent must be closed securely to prevent fuel spillage.

3.3.4. CLEAN MOWER DECK

1.Follow WARNING statement found on this page.

2.Check fuel level in tank. If over 3/4 full, remove tank. Refer to Section “REMOVING FUEL TANK”. If 3/4 or less, proceed to next step.

3.Carefully stand Rear Engine Rider on rear bumper.

4.Clean underside of mower deck, removing all accumulation of grass clippings and debris.

5.Clean top of deck, removing all grass clippings and debris.

3.3.5MOWER BLADE SPINDLE - LUBRICATION 1. Follow WARNING statement found on this page.

2. Check fuel level in tank. If over 3/4 full, remove tank. Refer to Section “FUEL TANK REMOVAL”. If 3/4 or less, proceed to next step.

3. Carefully stand Rear Engine Rider on rear bumper.

4. Lubricate spindle with three shots of general purpose grease from grease gun. See Figure 3.6.

IMPORTANT: If the Rear Engine Rider will be on its rear bumper for longer than two hours, remove the battery. Refer to Section “BATTERY REMOVAL”.

3.3.6.MOWER DECK LINKAGE - LUBRICATION Lubricate all mower deck linkage pivot points with a light coat of motor oil.

SPINDLE

GREASE

FITTING

FIGURE 3.6

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3.3.7. FRONT WHEEL BEARING - LUBRICATION

1.Lubricate front wheel bearings with five shots of general purpose grease, from grease gun. See Figure 3.7.

FRONT WHEEL

GREASE FITTING

FIGURE 3.7

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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 Mower Deck Levelness Battery Fluid LevelClean Mower Deck Do not OverfillLeft Rear Axle Bearing Grease Fitting Storage OUT of Season Service AnnuallyFuel Filter Every TWO YearsBlade 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 Limits25/28 Decks Blade Drive Belt ReplacementBelt Replacement Belt RemovalBattery Installation Battery Battery RemovalBattery Testing Battery ServiceBattery Storage NEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from cartonSnapper Rear Engine Rider Accessories Stop Problem Probable Cause Corrective ActionImproperly Loss Of TractionBlades Not Cutting Cutting GrassTo be Performed Pages Subject Service ReferenceMAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts Maintenance Parts Disclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyPage Manual No -5573 I.R /30/03