Snapper 7800785 Operator Safety, Protection for Children Protection against Tipovers, Preparation

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Operator Safety

!WARNING: This powerful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can cause injury and damage! Failure to comply with the following SAFETY instructions could result in serious injury or death to the operator or other persons. The owner of the machine must understand these instructions and must allow only persons who understand these instructions to operate machine. Each person operating the machine must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any substance, which might impair vision, dexterity or judgment. If you have any questions pertaining to your machine which your dealer cannot answer to your satisfaction, contact Customer Service (1-800-935-2967 or www.snapper.com).

Protection for Children

Protection against Tipovers

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the

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presence of children. Children are often attracted to the

6. KEEP A SAFE DISTANCE (at least 3 feet) away from edge

machine and the mowing activity. Children who have been

of ditches and other drop offs. The machine could turn over

given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing

if an edge caves in.

area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the

7. Always begin forward motion slowly and with caution.

machine. Never assume that children will remain where you

8. Use weights or a weighted load carrier in accordance

last saw them.

with instructions supplied with a grass catcher. DO NOT

1.

KEEP children out of the mowing area and under the

operate machine on slopes exceeding 10 degrees (18%

watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator.

grade) when equipped with grass catcher.

these affect the handling and the stabilityReproductionof the machine. 3. Data indicates that operators age 60 and above, are

2.

DO NOT allow children in yard when machine is operated

9. DO NOT put your foot on the ground to try to stabilize

(even with the blade OFF).

the machine.

3.

DO NOT allow children or others to ride on machine,

10. DO NOT operate machi e on wet grass. Reduced trac-

attachments or towed equipment (even with the blades

ti n could cause sl d ng.

OFF). They may fall and be seriously injured.

11. Choose a l w en ugh speed setting so that you will not

4.

DO NOT allow pre-teenage children to operate machine.

have to s op or sh ft on a slope. Tires may lose traction on

5.

ALLOW only responsible adults & teenagers wi h ma ure

slopes even though the brakes are functioning properly.

judgment under close adult supervision to pera e machine.

12. DO NOT operate machine under any condition where

6.

DO NOT operate blades in reverse. STOP BLADES. LOOK

traction, steering or stability is doubtful.

and SEE behind and down for children, pets and hazards

13. Always keep the machine in gear when going down

before and while backing.

sl pes. DO NOT shift to neutral (or actuate hydro roll

7.

USE EXTRA CARE when approaching blind corne s,

release) and coast downhill.

shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

Preparation

Protection against Tipovers

1. Read, understand, and follow instructions and warnings

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-

in this manual and on the machine, engine and attach-

over accidents, which can result in severe injury or ath.

ments. Know the controls and the proper use of the

All slopes require extra CAUTION. If you cannot back up the

machine before starting.

slope or if you feel uneasy on the slope, DO NOT mow it.

2. Only mature, responsible persons shall operate the

Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments;

machine and only after proper instruction.

Refer to the Slope Guide at the end of this manual.

involved in a large percentage of mower-related injuries.

1.

DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 15

These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the

degrees (27% grade).

mower safely enough to protect themselves and others

2.

Exercise EXTREME CAUTION on slopes above 10

from serious injury.

degrees (18% grade). Turn blades OFF when traveling

4. Handle fuel with extra care. Fuels are flammable and

uphill. Use a slow speed and avoid sudden or sharp turns.

vapors are explosive. Use only an approved fuel container.

3.

DO NOT operate machine back and forth across face of

DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with engine running.

slopes. Operate up and down. Practice on slopes with

Add fuel outdoors only with engine stopped and cool. Clean

blades off.

spilled fuel from machine. DO NOT smoke.

4.

AVOID starting, stopping or turning on slopes. If machine

5. Practice operation of machine with BLADES OFF to learn

stops going uphill or tires lose traction, turn blades OFF and

controls and develop skills.

back slowly straight down the slope.

6. Check the area to be mowed and remove all objects such

5.

STAY ALERT for holes and other hidden hazards. Tall

as toys, wire, rocks, limbs and other objects that could

grass can hide obstacles. Keep away from ditches,

cause injury if thrown by blade or interfere with mowing.

washouts, culverts, fences and protruding objects.

 

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Contents Not For Manual No Rev. ‘-’Equipment EngineTable of Contents Operator Safety Protection for Children Protection against TipoversPreparation From Previous ColumnProtection against Tipovers Operation Safe Handling of GasolineTowing Maintenance Height of Cut Safety Panel Remove Battery Before StartingDecal Identification Reverse Lockout Battery WarningParking Brake Features and Controls Park Brake Latch Fuel TankOperation Before Starting To avoid damaging the emissions systemOperation Starting and Operation Engine Electric StartCarefully Make certain the Blade Lever A, is OFF position Start, release the key, make sure the Clutch/Brake Pedal isHousing. Never allow rope to snap back Engine Manual StartWheel Drive Mower BladeReproduction Figu Engagi g the clutch/brake pedal Operation Stopping Engine Wheel Drive, BladeFigu 15 St ppi g the mower blade ProceCutting Height Adjustment Re 18 Cutting height adjustmentStopping Engine, Wheel Drive BladeReverse Lockout Mechanism Reverse Lockout Mechanism OverrideAte blades in reverse. Stop BLADES, Look and see While backingMaintenance Maintenance Chart Tractor and Mower EngineMaintenance Service Engine Air CleanerCheck Mower Blade Change Engine OilCheck the Blade Drive Belt Service Brake / Park BrakeBlade Brake Safety Interlock System Checks Check EngineReverse Lockout Mechanism Lubrication Grease FittingsClean Mower Deck Mower Deck Linkage Lubrication Mower Deck LevelnessFront Wheel Bearing Lubrication Mower Blade Spindle LubricationAdditional engine service Rear Axle Bearing LubricationInspect for lubricant on the internal parts Replace with a new plugFuel Filter Storage Out of SeasonRepro Duction Avoi Damaging the emissions system Engine Adjustments and Repair Blade Brake AdjustmentAutomatic Blade Brake should stop the blades wi hin Re 31 Measuring blade brake clearanceMower Deck Adjustment Side-To-Side Levelness Mower Deck Adjustment Front-to-Rear LevelnessMower Drive Belt Adjustment Es ot have slack adjustmentRemove the mower drive belt cover. Refer to the sec Tion entitled Check Mower Drive BeltService Brake / Park Brake Adjustment Bottom of the housingRear Engine Rider Drive Components Measurement should be 3/4Mower Blade Replacement Blade Wear LimitsMower Drive Belt Replacement Belt ReplacementBelt Removal Ut ng f 30 inch decksBattery Battery RemovalBattery Installation Fig re 49 Battery connectionsBattery Storage Battery ChargingCharge the battery. Refer to the section entitled Troubleshooting Adjust side to side level Move lever to the on positionWarranty Warranty PeriodSlope Guide Power Rating Common Service Parts2811524BV 2812524BVE 3014524BVE 3317524BVE

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