Snapper 5900700 manual Driving The Mower, To Move Forward and SET Forward Speed See Figure

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Operation

Operation

Driving The Mower

NOTE: Before attempting to drive the mower make sure you have read the Features and Controls section and understand the location and function of the controls.

The hydrostatic transmission has an infinite number of speeds between full speed forward and reverse, with the faster speeds being achieved by moving the forward speed control lever and reverse speed control levers farthest in the direction of travel.

For normal use, the throttle should be kept fully open and the ground speed of the machine determined by the forward speed control lever. When transporting the machine or when loading or unloading from a truck or trailer, partial throttle should be used to slow the reaction time of the controls and reduce noise.

Practice maneuvering the machine at a slow engine speed on level ground with the PTO switch in the "OFF" position until you are familiar with the controls.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND SET FORWARD SPEED (See Figure 11.)

1.Disengage the parking brake.

2.Gently move the forward speed control lever (A, Figure 11) forward until desired speed is achieved.

A

Figure 11. Forward Travel.

A. Forward Speed Control Lever

TO MOVE BACKWARD (See Figure 12.)

1.Disengage the parking brake.

2.Gently squeeze both reverse speed control levers (A, Figure 12) evenly, until desired speed is achieved.

TO SLOW OR STOP MACHINE

1.Gently squeeze both reverse speed control levers evenly to slow the machine.

2.Continuing to squeeze the reverse speed control levers will stop the machine.

3.Once the machine is stopped, firmly depress the neutral return pedal to place the transmissions in neutral.

4.Engage the parking brake.

NOTE: Continuing to squeeze the reverse speed control levers after the machine is stopped, will cause the machine to move in reverse.

A

Figure 12. Reverse Travel.

A. Reverse Speed Control Levers

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Contents Model Number Briggs & Stratton Power Products GroupDescription Date Purchased Table of Contents Children Operating SafetyRead the Manual Moving Parts Safety Rules & InformationSlope Operation Thrown Objects 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 Checks Before Starting General Operating SafetyOperation Check Tire Pressures Pushing the Mower By HandCutting Height Adjustment To Adjust the Cutting RangeTo Adjust the Cutting Height Stopping the Mower Starting the EngineImpact Hazard To Move Backward See Figure Driving The MowerTo Move Forward and SET Forward Speed 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 MulchHours Fall Check Unit for Loose Hardware Maintenance ScheduleSafety Items Before Every Spring Regular Maintenance Engine MaintenanceChecking / Adding Fuel Fuel FilterLubrication GreaseOil Lubricating the Front CastersTransmission Oil Filter Change Change Interval Every 200 Hours Replacement Filter NumberCheck / Fill Transmission Oil Never weld or straighten bent mower blades Servicing The Mower BladesInspecting the Mower Blades Reinstalling the Mower Blades Balancing the Mower Blade NailTo Reduce the Speed of the Faster Wheel Neutral AdjustmentSpeed Balancing Adjustment 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