Snapper 421823BVE, 422023BVE important safety instructions Rear Engine Riding Mower Series

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Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for

REAR ENGINE RIDING MOWER SERIES 23

MODEL

421823BVE

422023BVE

MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION

42

18

23

B

V

E

CUTTING WIDTH ENGINE HP *

SERIES DESIGNATION

ENGINE OPTIONS ENGINE TYPE ENGINE MODEL

42 - 42” Cutting Deck

18 - 18.0 HP Engine	23 –Series
20 - 20.0 HP Engine	Designation

B -Briggs Engine

V - Over Head Valve

E - Electric Start

Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your REAR ENGINE RIDER, read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” on Pages 2 thru 4. Remember that all power equipment can be dangerous if used improperly. Also keep in mind that SAFETY requires careful use in accordance with the operating instructions and common sense!

NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice.

* Actual sustained equipment horsepower will likely be lower due to operating limitations and environmental factors.

COPYRIGHT © 2005

SNAPPER – A Division of Simplicity Mfg., Inc.

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

MANUAL No. 7073959 (I.R. 5/20/2005)

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Contents Rear Engine Riding Mower Series From Previous Column Important Safety InstructionsSafe Handling of Gasoline Towing Table of Contents Nomenclature IntroductionPRE-START Check List OPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment Front to Rear AdjustmentOn Next Starting & Operation Engine Electric StartEngine Manual Start Starting & OperationWheel Drive Starting & Operation 2.3.3. Mower BladeMower Blade Stopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.1. EngineStopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.4. Park Brake Cutting Height AdjustmentDo not park the machine on slopes Reverse Lockout Mechanism Override Reverse Lockout MechanismService Engine AIR Cleaner Check Mower Blade Service After First 5 Hours Change Engine OILService Brake / Park Brake Service After First 5 Hours 3.2.4. Check Blade Drive BeltTOP View of Belt Routing Blade BrakeEngine Must not Start if Service Every 25 Operating HoursEngine should Start if Engine and Blades Must Stop ifClean Mower Deck Battery Fluid LevelDo not Overfill Mower Deck LevelnessRear Axle Bearing Lubrication Mower Blade Spindle Lubrication From PreviousEngine Service AnnuallyFuel Filter Every TWO YearsRemoving Fuel Tank Storage OUT of SeasonMower Drive Belt Adjustment Engine Adjustments & RepairBlade Brake Adjustment To 3-1/4Mower Deck Adjustment Mower Deck & Component Adjustments Blade Brake AdjustmentSide To Side Levelness Front to Rear Levelness Service BRAKE/PARK Brake Adjustment Mower Blade Replacement 4.4.1. Blade Wear Limits Adjustment From PreviousBlade Sharpening Blade Drive Belt ReplacementBelt Removal Belt Replacement Battery Installation Battery Battery RemovalBattery Storage Battery ServiceNEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from carton Battery TestingSnapper Rear Engine Rider Accessories Stop Problem Probable CauseCorrective Action Blades Not Cutting Loss Of TractionCutting Grass ImproperlyTo be Performed Pages Subject Service ReferenceDisclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Snapper Product Registration Form Rear Engine Riding Mower Series