Snapper 400 / 2400 manual General Operating Safety, Adding Fuel, Checks Before Starting

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Operating the Rider

SAFETY

INTERLOCK SYSTEM

This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches and other safety devices. These safety systems are present for your safety, do not attempt to bypass safety switches, and never tamper with safety devices. Check their operation regularly.

Operational SAFETY Checks

Your unit is equipped with a seat switch safety system. Check the seat switch operation every fall and spring with the following tests.

Test 1 — Engine should NOT crank if any of the following conditions exist:

Transmission lever is OUT of Neutral, OR

PTO switch is engaged (ON), OR

Clutch/brake pedal is NOT fully depressed.

Test 2 — Engine SHOULD crank if ALL of the following conditions are met:

Transmission lever is IN neutral, AND

PTO switch is NOT engaged, AND

Clutch/brake pedal IS fully depressed.

Test 3 — Engine should SHUT OFF if any of the following conditions exist:

Operator rises off seat with transmission in gear (control lever out of the neutral gate) AND clutch/brake pedal NOT depressed, OR

Operator rises off seat with clutch/brake pedal NOT fully depressed (parking brake OFF), OR

Operator rises off seat with PTO engaged.

NOTE: If operator returns to seat before engine stops, the engine will re-start and electric PTO clutch will re-engage.

NOTE: Once the engine has stopped, PTO switch must be turned off after operator returns to the seat in order to start the engine.

Test 4 — Blade Brake Check

Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a com- plete stop within five seconds after electric PTO switch is turned off. If mower drive belt does not stop within five sec- onds, see your dealer.

Test 5 — Neutral Safety Checks

Neutral Gate Check: The unit should NOT move when the ground speed control lever is in the Neutral gate.

Return-To-Neutral:On hydrostatic models, the ground speed control lever should return to the neutral gate when the clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed.

WARNING

If the unit does not pass a safety test, do not operate it. See your authorized dealer. Under no circumstance should you attempt to defeat the purpose of the safety interlock system.

GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY

Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Operation sections before attempting to operate this unit. Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the unit.

ADDING FUEL

To add fuel:

1.Remove the fuel cap (A, Figure 4).

2.Fill the tank. Do not overfill. Leave room in the tank for fuel expansion. Refer to your engine manual for specific fuel recommendations.

3.Install and hand tighten the fuel cap.

CHECKS BEFORE STARTING

Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on dipstick. See the engine Operator’s Manual for instructions and oil recommendations.

Make sure all nuts, bolts, screws and pins are in place and tight.

Adjust the seat position, and make certain you can reach all controls from operator’s position.

Fill the gasoline tank with fresh fuel. Refer to engine manual for fuel recommendations.

Make certain proper wheel or counterweights are installed if required, and use extra caution if you will be operating the unit on sloping ground.

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Contents 16HP Hydro Riders Mower Decks 13HP Hydro Riders Mower DecksTable of Contents Models Identification NumbersCE Identification TAG Markings North AmericanSafety Rules & Information Slope Operation Safety Rules and InformationSafe Handling of Gasoline Service & MaintenanceALL Models Safety DecalsSafety Decals North American Models CE ModelsSafety Icons CE Safety IconsChoke Control FunctionsThrottle/Choke Control Throttle ControlFeatures & Controls Checks Before Starting General Operating SafetyOperational Safety Checks Adding FuelStarting the Engine Operating the RiderStopping the Rider Selecting Ground & Engine SpeedPushing the Rider by Hand Operating the MowerMower Removal and Installation Storage Tire Pressure Check Tire PressuresFuel Filter Raising the Seat DeckLubrication Regular MaintenanceService Interval Yearly Battery MaintenanceCleaning the Battery and Cables Service Interval Every 100 HoursRemoving The Blade Servicing the Mower BladesTroubleshooting the Rider Troubleshooting Adjustments & ServiceTroubleshooting the Rider Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceTroubleshooting the Mower Capscrews Seat AdjustmentSteering Gear Adjustment Steering Wheel AdjustmentBlade Brake Check AdjustmentsBrake Adjustment Brake AdjustmentSide-To-Side Leveling Mower AdjustmentsFront-To-Back Leveling Spacers Nut Rear Mower Rollers Rear Trailing Arms Battery ChargingTransport Height Adjustment To avoid damaging belts, do not PRY Belt ReplacementRider Drive Belt Mower BeltChassis DimensionsEngine TransmissionTechnical Manuals Replacement PartsMaintenance Items Optional AccessoriesLawn Care Lawn Care & Mowing Information