Snapper 5900697, 5900686, 5900696, 5900665, S150X Series manual Features & Controls

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Parking Brake

			DISENGAGE	Releases the parking brake.


			ENGAGE	Locks the parking brake.

Pull the parking brake lever back to engage the parking brake. Move the lever fully forward to disengage the parking brake. NOTE: To start the unit the parking brake must be engaged.

PTO (Power Take Off) Switch

The PTO switch engages and disengages the mower. Pull UP on the switch to engage, and push DOWN to disengage.

Deck Lift Pedal, Cutting Height Adjustment Pin & Deck Lift Lock Lever

These control the cutting height of the mower deck. Depress the pedal until it locks into the 5” (12,7 cm) position. Place the adjustment pin in the desired cutting height and release the lift lock lever.

Throttle Control

The throttle controls engine speed. Move the throttle forward to increase engine speed and back to decrease engine speed. Always operate at FULL throttle.

Choke

Close the choke for cold starting. Open the choke once the engine starts. A warm engine may not require choking. Pull the knob UP to close the choke. Push to knob DOWN to open the choke.

Hour Meter / Maintenance Reminder

Measures the time of the PTO being engaged. The hour meter measures the number of hours the PTO has been engaged. The hour meter will flash an initial oil change indicator at 5 hours, and a lubrication reminder every 50 hours. These reminders display for approximately two hours and will automatically reset themselves.

Note: The hour meter will register the passage of time only when the PTO is engaged. The hour meter has a self contained power source so the total hours are always visible.

Features & Controls

Fuel Tank Cap

To remove the cap, turn counterclockwise.

Fuel Level Gauge

Displays the fuel level in the tank.

Controls

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Contents Model Number Briggs & Stratton Yard Power Products GroupDescription Date Purchased Table of Contents Safety Rules and Information Operator SafetyOperating Safety Read the ManualMoving Parts Slope OperationThrown Objects Overhead Obstacles Roll BAR USERetaining WALLS, DROP-OFFS, and Water Enclosed Areas Fuel and MaintenanceOperation TrainingPreparation Emissions Towed Equipment RIDE-ON UnitsIgnition System Gasoline Models Periods of exposureSafe Handling of Gasoline Service and MaintenanceMaintenance and Storage Operational Warnings Roll BAR InstructionsInspection and Maintenance of the Roll BAR Seat Belt This unit has been designed and manufactured to provide Safety DecalsOperational Safety Checks Safety Interlock SystemSafety Icons North American Safety IconsIdentification Numbers Features and ControlsSeat Adjustment Lever Features and ControlsIgnition Switch Control FunctionsFeatures & Controls Checks Before Starting General Operating SafetyOperation Check Tire Pressures Seat AdjustmentTo adjust pedal position Mowing Height AdjustmentFoot Pedal Adjustment Raise and Lower the Roll Bar Lower the roll bar only when necessary and Never remove itKeep roll bar in the raised position and use the seat belt To Lower the Roll BarPushing the Rider By Hand Starting the EngineStopping the Rider Forward Reverse Travel Zero Turn Driving PracticeForward Travel Practice Practice Turning In Place Practice Turning Around a CornerExecuting an End-Of-Row Zero Turn Executing TurnsMowing Recommendations MowingHeight of Grass Tall Grass Requires Incremental CuttingMowing Methods Proper Mulching Attaching a TrailerMulching Requires Excellent Mowing Conditions Engine Speed & Ground Speed for MulchingMaintenance Schedule Regular MaintenanceSafety Items Before Every Spring Hours Fall Check Rider / Mower for loose hardwareChecking / Adding Fuel Engine MaintenanceFuel Filter Change Oil & FilterGrease LubricationOil Lubricating the Front CastersChange Interval Every 250 Hours Filter Part Number Check Hydraulic Oil LevelChange Hydraulic Oil Filter Never weld or straighten bent mower blades Servicing The Mower BladesInspecting the Mower Blades Balancing the Mower Blade Nail Reinstalling the Mower BladesSpeed Balancing Adjustment Ground Speed Control Lever AdjustmentParking Brake Adjustment Neutral AdjustmentReturn-to-Neutral Adjustment Deck Leveling Adjustment Deck Rod Timing AdjustmentTo avoid damaging belts, do not PRY Belts Over Pulleys Mower Belt ReplacementUse extreme caution when removing this spring Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt ReplacementBattery Maintenance Checking Battery Voltage Battery ServiceCharging a Completely Discharged Battery Jump Starting With Auxiliary Booster BatteryVehicle Battery Jumper Cable To Ground Engine Block Starter Switch Jumper Cable StartingThis HOOK-UP for Negative Ground Vehicles Make Certain Vehicles do not TouchStarting After Long Term Storage StorageTemporary Storage 30 Days Or Less Long Term Storage Longer Than 30 DaysProblem Cause Remedy Troubleshooting ChartTroubleshooting the Rider Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems TroubleshootingDimensions SpecificationsEngine ChassisFerris Limited Warranty Mower Deck Tractor