Snapper 5900700 manual Operation, General Operating Safety, Checks Before Starting

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Operation

General Operating Safety

Before first time operation:

•Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Operation sections before attempting to operate this unit.

•Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the unit.

•Drive in an open area without mowing to become accustomed to the unit.

Operation

WARNING

Never operate on slopes greater than 15° which is a rise of 5.4 feet (1,6 m) vertically in 20 feet (607 cm) horizontally.

Select a slow ground speed before driving onto a slope.

Mow across the face of slopes, not up and down, use caution when changing directions and DO NOT START OR STOP ON SLOPE.

WARNING

Before leaving the operator’s position for any reason, engage the parking brake, disengage the PTO, stop the engine and remove the key.

To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, unit free of grass, leaves and excess grease. Do not stop or park unit over dry leaves, grass or combustible materials.

Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with care. Never fill the tank when the engine is still hot from recent operation. Do not allow open flame, smoking or matches in the area. Avoid over-filling and wipe up any spills.

Checks Before Starting

•Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on the engine oil dipstick (B, Figure 3). See the engine Operator’s Manual for instructions and oil recommendations.

•Fill the fuel tank (A) with fresh fuel. Refer to engine manual for fuel recommendations.

•Make sure all nuts, bolts, screws and pins are in place and tight.

•Check the tire pressures. See Check Tire Pressures.

•Check the hydraulic oil tank (C) and make sure that the oil level is up to the FULL COLD mark.

•Adjust the height of the mower deck to the desired position. See Mowing Height Adjustment.

A

B

C

Figure 3. Pre-start Checks

A.Fuel Tank Filler Neck

B.Engine Oil Dipstick

C.Hydraulic Oil Fill

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Contents Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group DescriptionModel Number Date Purchased Table of Contents Operating Safety Read the ManualChildren Safety Rules & Information Slope Operation Thrown ObjectsMoving Parts Enclosed Areas Fuel and MaintenanceOperation Do Not Periods of exposureSafe Handling of Gasoline Maintenance and StorageSafety Decals Operator SafetyNorth American Safety Icons Safety Interlock SystemOperational Safety Checks Safety IconsIdentification Numbers Features and ControlsForward Speed Control Lever Reverse Speed Control Levers Features and ControlsIgnition Switch Control FunctionsFeatures & Controls General Operating Safety OperationChecks Before Starting Pushing the Mower By Hand Check Tire PressuresTo Adjust the Cutting Range Cutting Height AdjustmentTo Adjust the Cutting Height Starting the Engine Impact HazardStopping the Mower Driving The Mower To Move Forward and SET Forward Speed See FigureTo Move Backward See Figure To make a right-hand turn See Figure To make a left-hand turn See FigureTall Grass Requires Incremental Cutting MowingMowing Recommendations Height of GrassMowing Methods How Much Grass to Mulch Proper MulchingMulching Requires Excellent Mowing Conditions Engine Speed & Ground Speed for MulchingMaintenance Schedule Safety Items Before Every SpringHours Fall Check Unit for Loose Hardware Fuel Filter Regular MaintenanceEngine Maintenance Checking / Adding FuelLubricating the Front Casters LubricationGrease OilChange Interval Every 200 Hours Replacement Filter Number Check / Fill Transmission OilTransmission Oil Filter Change Servicing The Mower Blades Inspecting the Mower BladesNever weld or straighten bent mower blades Balancing the Mower Blade Nail Reinstalling the Mower BladesNeutral Adjustment Speed Balancing 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 AdjustmentLong Term Storage Longer Than 30 Days StorageStarting After Long Term Storage Temporary Storage 30 Days Or LessProblem Cause Remedy TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Chart Troubleshooting the MowerNot drive Troubleshooting the Mower DeckTroubleshooting Common Cutting Problems Troubleshooting13 HP* Kawasaki SpecificationsSpecifications Engine Power Rating InformationSlope Indentification Guide Page Page Page Snapper PRO Limited Warranty Product Specifications Common Service Parts