Snapper 3314518BVE, 331518KVE important safety instructions Rear Engine Riding Mower Series

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Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for

REAR ENGINE RIDING MOWER SERIES 18

MODELS

281318BE

301318BE

3314518BVE

331518KVE

MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION

 

 

 

 

 

33

145

18

B

 

V

 

E

 

 

 

 

 

CUTTING WIDTH

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ENGINE OPTIONS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ENGINE HP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ENGINE TYPE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SERIES DESIGNATION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ENGINE MODEL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

28 - 28” Cutting Deck

13 - 13.0 HP Engine

 

18 - Series Designation

B - Briggs Engine

 

 

V - Over Head

 

 

 

E - Electric Start

30 - 30” Cutting Deck

145 - 14.5 HP Engine

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

K - Kohler Engine

 

 

Valve

 

 

 

 

33 - 33” Cutting Deck

15 - 15.0 HP Engine

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your machine, read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” on Pages 2 & 3. 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!

COPYRIGHT © 1999

SNAPPER INC.

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

MANUAL No. 4-7008 (REV. 1, 8/20/99)

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Contents Manual No -7008 REV , 8/20/99 Rear Engine Riding Mower SeriesImportant Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Introduction Control PanelNomenclature PRE-START Check List OPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment 2.2.1. Front to Rear AdjustmentOn Next Starting & Operation Engine Electric StartEngine Electric Start Starting & OperationEngine Manual Start Wheel 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 machine on slopes Service Engine AIR Cleaner Check Mower Blade Service After First 5 HoursChange Engine OIL Service Brake / Park Brake Service After First 5 Hours 3.2.4. Check Blade Drive BeltBlade Brake Interlock SystemBattery Fluid Level Service Every 25 Operating HoursClean Mower Deck Lubrication Grease FittingsLeft Rear Axle Bearing Grease Fitting Fuel Filter Service Annually 3.4.1. EngineEvery TWO Years Storage OUT of SeasonBlade Brake Adjustment Engine Adjustments & RepairFront to Rear Levelness 28, & 33 Decks Mower Deck & Component Adjustments Mower Deck AdjustmentFront to Rear Levelness 30 Decks Wheel Brake Adjustment Brake Cable Chain Case Loosen JAM Nuts Blade Sharpening Mower Blade Replacement 4.4.1. Blade Wear LimitsBelt Replacement Mower Drive Belt ReplacementBelt Removal Beltfigure 4.25 GuideBattery 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 ReferenceMAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts Maintenance Parts Disclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Service Notes Rear Engine Riding Mower Series