Snapper 421620BVE important safety instructions Control Panel, Introduction, Nomenclature

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Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION

FUEL

FILLER

CAP

 

VENT

STEERING

 

 

TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER

 

WHEEL

FUEL TANK

 

OPERATOR’S

 

 

REAR BUMPER

 

SEAT

 

 

 

 

DECK LIFT LEVER

OVERRIDE

 

CONTROL PANEL

LEVER

 

(SEE INSERT)

 

 

CLUTCH/BRAKE

 

 

PEDAL

DISCHARGE

 

 

DEFLECTOR

 

 

CONTROL PANEL

IGNITION

BLADE

 

SWITCH

 

PEDALS

 

 

 

ENGINE SPEED

BLADE

REMOTE CHOKE

LOCATED ON LEFT

CONTROL

LEVER

SIDE OF SEAT

 

 

PARK

MOWER

 

BRAKE

 

DECK

 

LEVER

 

 

 

 

MOWER

 

 

BELT

 

 

COVER

 

FIGURE 1.1

1.1 INTRODUCTION

This manual has been prepared for the operator’s of the SNAPPER Rear Engine Rider. Its purpose, aside from recommending standard operating procedures and routine service requirements, is to promote SAFETY through the use of accepted operating practices. Read, Understand and Follow the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on Pages 2 & 3 of this manual and All SAFETY messages on the Rear Engine Rider and its attachments before operating.

1.2 NOMENCLATURE

The nomenclature drawing above, Figure 1.1, shows the essential parts of the SNAPPER Rear Engine Rider. It is recommended that all operator’s of this equipment become thoroughly familiar with the controls, components, and operation of this machine before operating. Specific details involving the engine are found in the separate engine owner’s manual. Study these manuals before operating and keep both handy for future reference.

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Contents Manual No -3543 I.R /29/00 Rear Engine Riding Mower SeriesImportant Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Nomenclature Control PanelIntroduction PRE-START Check List OPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment Front to Rear AdjustmentOn Next Starting & Operation Engine Electric StartEngine Manual Start Starting & OperationEngine Electric Start Wheel Drive Starting & Operation 2.3.3. Mower BladeMower Blade Stopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.1. EngineDo not park the machine on slopes Cutting Height AdjustmentStopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.4. Park Brake Reverse Lockout Mechanism Override Reverse Lockout MechanismService Engine AIR Cleaner Check Mower Blade Service After First 5 Hours Change Engine OILAdjusting Mower Blade Check blade for straightness. Refer to SectionService Brake / Park Brake Service After First 5 Hours 3.2.4. Check Blade Drive BeltTOP View of Belt Routing Blade BrakeBattery Fluid Level Service Every 25 Operating HoursClean Mower Deck Lubrication Grease FittingsFuel Filter Service AnnuallyEngine Removing Fuel Tank Every TWO YearsStorage OUT of Season Blade Brake Adjustment Engine Adjustments & RepairMower Drive Belt Adjustment Side To Side Levelness Mower Deck AdjustmentFront to Rear Levelness Wheel Brake Adjustment Mower Blade Replacement 4.4.1. Blade Wear Limits Belt Removal Blade Drive Belt ReplacementBlade Sharpening 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 Cause Corrective ActionBlades 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 Rear Engine Riding Mower Series