Snapper 5900700 Features and Controls, Control Functions, Ignition Switch, Recoil Starter Handle

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Features and Controls

Controls

Figure 2. Control Locations

Control Functions

The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mowing require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the OPERATION section.

Forward Speed Control Lever

Reverse Speed Control Levers

These levers control the ground speed of the mower.

The forward speed control lever controls the forward ground speed of both drive wheels.

The left reverse speed control lever controls the steering and reverse ground speed of the left drive wheel. The right reverse speed control lever controls the steering and reverse ground speed of the right drive wheel.

See the Operation section for proper steering instructions.

Ignition Switch

The ignition switch starts and stops the engine, it has two positions:

OFF	Stops the engine
RUN	Rotate the ignition switch to the RUN
	position before pulling on the starter rope
	to start the engine.

Recoil Starter Handle

The recoil starter handle is used to start the engine.

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Contents Description Briggs & Stratton Power Products GroupModel Number Date Purchased Table of Contents Read the Manual Operating SafetyChildren Slope Operation Thrown Objects Safety Rules & InformationMoving Parts Enclosed Areas Fuel and MaintenanceOperation Do Not Periods of exposureSafe Handling of Gasoline Maintenance and StorageSafety Decals Operator SafetyOperational Safety Checks Safety Interlock SystemSafety Icons North American Safety IconsIdentification Numbers Features and ControlsIgnition Switch Features and ControlsControl Functions Forward Speed Control Lever Reverse Speed Control LeversFeatures & Controls Operation General Operating SafetyChecks Before Starting Pushing the Mower By Hand Check Tire PressuresTo Adjust the Cutting Range Cutting Height AdjustmentTo Adjust the Cutting Height Impact Hazard Starting the EngineStopping the Mower To Move Forward and SET Forward Speed See Figure Driving The MowerTo Move Backward See Figure To make a right-hand turn See Figure To make a left-hand turn See FigureMowing Recommendations MowingHeight of Grass Tall Grass Requires Incremental CuttingMowing Methods Mulching Requires Excellent Mowing Conditions Proper MulchingEngine Speed & Ground Speed for Mulching How Much Grass to MulchSafety Items Before Every Spring Maintenance ScheduleHours Fall Check Unit for Loose Hardware Engine Maintenance Regular MaintenanceChecking / Adding Fuel Fuel FilterGrease LubricationOil Lubricating the Front CastersCheck / Fill Transmission Oil Change Interval Every 200 Hours Replacement Filter NumberTransmission Oil Filter Change Inspecting the Mower Blades Servicing The Mower BladesNever weld or straighten bent mower blades Balancing the Mower Blade Nail Reinstalling the Mower BladesSpeed Balancing Adjustment Neutral AdjustmentTo Reduce the Speed of the Faster Wheel Snapper Pro dealer Parking Brake AdjustmentTo Level the Mower Deck Deck Leveling AdjustmentTo avoid damaging belts, do not PRY Belts Over Pulleys Mower Belt Replacement31,1 cm 12- 1/4Use extreme caution when removing this spring Transmission Drive Belt ReplacementReverse Speed Control Levers Comfort Adjustment Lock Nut Reverse Speed Control Levers Comfort AdjustmentStarting After Long Term Storage StorageTemporary Storage 30 Days Or Less Long Term Storage Longer Than 30 DaysTroubleshooting Chart TroubleshootingTroubleshooting the Mower Problem Cause RemedyNot drive Troubleshooting the Mower DeckTroubleshooting Common Cutting Problems TroubleshootingSpecifications SpecificationsEngine Power Rating Information 13 HP* KawasakiSlope Indentification Guide Page Page Page Snapper PRO Limited Warranty Product Specifications Common Service Parts