Snapper 5900700 manual Check Tire Pressures, Pushing the Mower By Hand

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Operation

Check Tire Pressures

Tire pressure should be checked periodically, and maintained at the levels shown in the chart. Note that these pressures may differ slightly from the “Max Inflation” stamped on the side-wall of the tires. The pressures shown provide proper traction, improve cut quality, and extend tire life.

Tire	Pressure
Front	25 psi (1,72 bar)

Rear	15 psi (1,03 bar)

Figure 4. Checking Tire Pressure

Operation

Pushing the Mower By Hand

NOTICE

DO NOT TOW MOWER

Towing the units will cause hydraulic pump and wheel motor damage. Do not use another vehicle to push or pull this unit.

1.Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn the ignition OFF, and remove the key.

2.Locate the transmission release levers (A, Figure 5) by the rear wheels of the unit.

3.To disengage the pumps (free-wheel position), pull both transmission release levers back and out so they lock in the disengaged (free-wheel) position.

4.Disengage the parking brake.

The unit can now be pushed by hand.

5.After moving the unit, re-engage the pumps (drive position) by pulling the transmission release levers rearward and inward to release them from the disengaged position and then allow them to move to the engaged (drive) position.

A

B

C

Figure 5. Transmission Release Levers (LH Shown)

A.Transmission Release Levers

B.Engaged Position (Drive Position)

C.Disengaged Position (Free-Wheel Position)

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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 Fuel and Maintenance Enclosed AreasOperation Periods of exposure Do NotMaintenance and Storage Safe Handling of GasolineOperator Safety Safety DecalsSafety Interlock System Operational Safety ChecksSafety Icons North American Safety IconsFeatures and Controls Identification NumbersFeatures and Controls Ignition SwitchControl Functions Forward Speed Control Lever Reverse Speed Control LeversFeatures & Controls Operation General Operating SafetyChecks Before Starting Check Tire Pressures Pushing the Mower By HandCutting Height Adjustment To Adjust the Cutting RangeTo 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 left-hand turn See Figure To make a right-hand turn See FigureMowing Mowing RecommendationsHeight of Grass Tall Grass Requires Incremental CuttingMowing Methods Proper Mulching Mulching Requires Excellent Mowing ConditionsEngine Speed & Ground Speed for Mulching How Much Grass to MulchSafety Items Before Every Spring Maintenance ScheduleHours Fall Check Unit for Loose Hardware Regular Maintenance Engine MaintenanceChecking / Adding Fuel Fuel FilterLubrication GreaseOil 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 Reinstalling the Mower Blades Balancing the Mower Blade NailSpeed Balancing Adjustment Neutral AdjustmentTo Reduce the Speed of the Faster Wheel Parking Brake Adjustment Snapper Pro dealerDeck Leveling Adjustment To Level the Mower DeckMower Belt Replacement To avoid damaging belts, do not PRY Belts Over Pulleys12- 1/4 31,1 cmTransmission Drive Belt Replacement Use extreme caution when removing this springReverse Speed Control Levers Comfort Adjustment Reverse Speed Control Levers Comfort Adjustment Lock NutStorage Starting After Long Term StorageTemporary Storage 30 Days Or Less Long Term Storage Longer Than 30 DaysTroubleshooting Troubleshooting ChartTroubleshooting the Mower Problem Cause RemedyTroubleshooting the Mower Deck Not driveTroubleshooting Troubleshooting Common Cutting ProblemsSpecifications SpecificationsEngine Power Rating Information 13 HP* KawasakiSlope Indentification Guide Page Page Page Snapper PRO Limited Warranty Product Specifications Common Service Parts