Snapper S150X Series Towed Equipment RIDE-ON Units, Emissions, Ignition System Gasoline Models

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spark arrester. It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate the engine on or near any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting any applicable local or state laws. Other states or federal area may have similar laws.

26.OSHA regulations may require the use of hearing protection when exposed to sound levels greater than 85 dBA for an 8 hour time period.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip- over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not drive on it.

CAUTION

This machine produces sound levels in excess of 85 dBA at the operator’s ear and can cause hearing loss though extended

periods of exposure.

Wear hearing protection when operating this machine.

Do

1.Mow across slopes, not up and down.

2.Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

3.Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the unit. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

4.Use slow speed. Choose a slow speed so that you will not have to stop or change speed while on the slope.

5.Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the unit.

WARNING

Never operate on slopes greater than 15 degrees which is a rise of 5.4 feet (165 cm) vertically in 20 feet (607 cm) horizontally.

Select slow ground speed before driving onto slope. Use extra caution when operating on slopes with rear- mounted grass catchers.

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

6.Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.

7.See your authorized dealer for recommendations of available weights to improve stability.

Operator Safety

Do Not

1.Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. If tires lose traction (i.e. machine stops forward motion on a slope), disengage the blade(s) (PTO) and drive slow off the slope.

2.Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually uphill, if possible. Never mow down slopes.

3.Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The operator could lose footing or balance or mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

4.Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced footing or traction could cause sliding.

5.Do not try to stabilize the unit by putting your foot on the ground. (ride-on units)

6.Do not mow excessively steep slopes.

7.Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

8.Do not mow slopes if you cannot back up them.

TOWED EQUIPMENT (RIDE-ON UNITS)

1.Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point.

2.Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for weight limit for towed equipment and towing on slopes. See attaching a trailer under OPERATION.

3.Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment.

4.On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control.

5.Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.

6.Do not shift to neutral and coast down hill.

CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the unit and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

1.Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult.

2.Be alert and turn unit off if children enter the area.

3.Before and during reverse operation, look behind and down for small children.

4.Never carry children, even with the blade(s) off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe unit operation. Children who have been given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the machine.

5.Never allow children to operate the unit.

6.Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

EMISSIONS

1.Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

2.Look for the relevant Emissions Durability Period and Air Index information on the engine emissions label.

IGNITION SYSTEM (GASOLINE MODELS)

1.This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002.

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Contents Briggs & Stratton Yard Power Products Group DescriptionModel Number Date Purchased Table of Contents Safety Rules and Information Operator SafetyOperating Safety Read the ManualSlope Operation Thrown ObjectsMoving Parts Roll BAR USE Retaining WALLS, DROP-OFFS, and WaterOverhead Obstacles Enclosed Areas Fuel and MaintenanceTraining PreparationOperation Emissions Towed Equipment RIDE-ON UnitsIgnition System Gasoline Models Periods of exposureService and Maintenance Maintenance and StorageSafe Handling of Gasoline 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 General Operating Safety OperationChecks Before Starting Check Tire Pressures Seat AdjustmentMowing Height Adjustment Foot Pedal AdjustmentTo adjust pedal position 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 BarStarting the Engine Stopping the RiderPushing the Rider By Hand Zero Turn Driving Practice Forward Travel PracticeForward Reverse Travel 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 CastersCheck Hydraulic Oil Level Change Hydraulic Oil FilterChange Interval Every 250 Hours Filter Part Number Servicing The Mower Blades Inspecting the Mower BladesNever weld or straighten bent 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 DaysTroubleshooting Chart Troubleshooting the RiderProblem Cause Remedy Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems TroubleshootingDimensions SpecificationsEngine ChassisFerris Limited Warranty Mower Deck Tractor
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