Snapper 5900700 manual Safety Rules & Information, Slope Operation Thrown Objects, Moving Parts

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Safety Rules & Information

Slope Operation

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Thrown Objects

You could be seriously injured if you use this unit on too steep of a slope. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep where you do not have adequate footing and unit traction (and control) can cause you to lose control and possibly slip and fall or roll the unit over.

Always mow across slopes, not up and down (you could slip and fall.)

You should not operate on a slope greater than a 5.4 foot rise over a 20 foot length (15 degrees).

Also, note that the surface you are on can greatly impact your ability to safely operate this machine. Wet grass or soft soil can seriously affect your footing and traction of the unit. Do not operate on slopes that are slippery, wet, or have soft soil.

Safety

This unit has spinning mower blades. These blades can pick up and throw debris that could seriously injure a bystander. Be sure to clean up the area to be mowed and remove objects that could be thrown by the blade BEFORE you start mowing.

Do not operate this unit without the entire grass catcher or discharge guard (deflector) in place.

Also, do not allow anyone in the area while the unit is running! If someone does enter the area, shut the unit off immediately until they leave.

Moving Parts

This equipment has many moving parts that can injure you or someone else. However, if you stay in the operator zone (area behind the handles and controls), and follow the safety rules in this operator’s manual, the unit is safe to operate.

The mower deck has spinning mower blades that can amputate hands and feet. Do not allow anyone near the unit while it is running! Keep safety devices (guards, shields, and switches) in place and working.

To help you, the operator, use this equipment safely, it is equipped with an operator-present safety system. Do NOT attempt to alter or bypass the system. See your dealer immediately if the system does not pass all the safety interlock system tests found in this manual.

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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 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 Checks Before Starting General Operating SafetyOperation Pushing the Mower By Hand Check Tire PressuresTo Adjust the Cutting Range Cutting Height AdjustmentTo 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 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 MulchHours Fall Check Unit for Loose Hardware Maintenance ScheduleSafety Items Before Every Spring Engine Maintenance Regular MaintenanceChecking / Adding Fuel Fuel FilterGrease LubricationOil 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 Balancing the Mower Blade Nail Reinstalling the Mower BladesTo Reduce the Speed of the Faster Wheel Neutral AdjustmentSpeed Balancing Adjustment 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