Snapper 3317523BVE specifications Troubleshooting, Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action, Stop

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Troubleshooting

 

PROBLEM

PROBABLE CAUSE

CORRECTIVE ACTION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Engine Will Not

1.

Fuel tank empty.

1.

Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel to proper level.

 

Start Using

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Engine needs choking.

2.

Move choke control to “CHOKE” position.

 

Recoil Starter

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Spark plug wire disconnected.

3.

Place spark plug wire onto spark plug.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.

Faulty parking brake, blade or ignition switch.

4.

Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.

Park brake not engaged.

5.

Engage park brake.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6.

Ignition is in the OFF position.

6.

Turn ignition switch to the RUN position.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Engine Will Not

1.

Fuel tank empty.

1.

Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel to proper level.

 

Start Using

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Engine needs choking.

2.

Move choke control to “CHOKE” position.

 

Electric Starter

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Spark plug wire disconnected.

3.

Place spark plug wire onto spark plug.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.

Faulty parking brake, blade or ignition switch.

4.

Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.

Park brake not engaged.

5.

Engage park brake.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6.

Blown Fuse.

6.

Replace with new 20 AMP fuse.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7.

Faulty interlock module.

7.

Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8.

Ignition is in the OFF position.

8.

Turn ignition switch to the START position.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9.Battery is weak or dead.

9.

Charge or replace with new battery.

 

 

 

 

 

 

10. Battery cables loose, broken disconnected or

10. Clean and connect battery cables. If broken, replace

 

 

corroded.

with new battery cables.

 

 

 

 

 

 

11. Faulty electric starter or starter solenoid.

11. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

12. Starter cable loose, broken or disconnected.

12. Connect starter cable. If broken, replace with new

 

 

 

 

starter cable.

 

 

 

 

 

 

13. Electrical wiring harness disconnected or

13. Connect or replace with new wiring harness.

 

 

broken.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Engine Stalls

1.

Operator not in seat.

1.

Sit in operator’s seat.

 

After Running

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Choke control in the “CHOKE” position.

2.

Move choke control to “OFF” position.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Fuel tank empty.

3.

Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel to proper level.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.

Engine air pre-cleaner and or air cleaner dirty.

4.

Clean free of all debris.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.

Spark plug defective or gap set improperly.

5.

Service spark plug.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6.

Fuel filter restricted.

6.

Replace fuel filter.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7.

Water, debris or stale fuel in fuel system.

7.

Drain and clean fuel system.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Engine Loses

1.

Excessive load on engine.

1.

Lessen load.

 

Power

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Engine air pre-cleaner or air cleaner dirty.

2.

Clean or replace filters.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Troubleshooting

 

3.

Spark plug faulty.

3.

Service spark plug.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.

Water, debris or stale fuel in fuel system.

4.

Drain and clean fuel system. Replace filter.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.

Debris build up on engine cooling screen.

5.

Clean all debris from engine cooling screen.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Engine Backfires

1.

Throttle control set too “FAST”.

1.

Set throttle control to “SLOW” and allow engine to idle.

 

When Turned To

 

 

Then, turn key to “OFF”.

 

“STOP”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Excessive

1.

Damaged, out of balance or bent mower blades.

1.

Service mower blade(s).

 

Vibration

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Loose blade components.

2.

Service and tighten loose parts.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Loose or missing air lift (if equipped).

3.

Replace air lifts. Tighten to proper torque.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.

Lumpy or frayed belt.

4.

Replace belt.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.

Bent Idler, stationary or spindle pulley.

5.

Replace pulley.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Series Date of Purchase Retailer Retailers Phone Number Equipment EngineSnapper is a trademark Simplicity Manufacturing, IncTable of Contents Protection for Children Protection against TipoversPreparation Do not allow pre-teenage children to operate machineSafe Handling of Gasoline OperationMaintenance TowingFuel Tank Features and ControlsFeatures and Controls Fuel filler cap A, is tight, and the vent B is OPERATOR’S Seat AdjustmentOperation Pre-Start Check List Operation Starting and Operation Engine Electric StartEngine runs smooth On Next OperationSetting the park brake Engine Manual StartWheel Drive OperationMower Blade Stopping Engine Wheel Drive, Blade Stop the engine by turning the key A, to the OFF positionCutting Height Adjustment Operation Stopping Engine, Wheel DriveBlade Park BrakeOperation Reverse Lockout Mechanism Reverse Lockout Mechanism OverrideAte blades in reverse. Stop BLADES, Look and see While backingIntroduction MaintenanceService After the First 5 Hours Service Brake / Park Brake Blade Drive Belt ReplacementCheck the Blade Drive Belt Blade BrakeSafety Interlock System Checks Check EngineReverse Lockout Mechanism Lubrication Grease FittingsService Every 25 Operating Hours Differential / Chain Case Lubrication Engine ServiceRear Axle Bearing Lubrication Service Annually Every Two YearsStorage Out of Season Removing the Fuel TankEngine Adjustments and Repair Mower Deck and Component AdjustmentsBlade Brake Adjustment Reinstall the belt cover and tighten the bolts securelyMower Deck Adjustment Side-To-Side Levelness Mower Deck Adjustment Front-to-Rear LevelnessMower Drive Belt Adjustment For 28 & 30 Decks Only Service BRAKE/PARK Brake AdjustmentMove the blade lever up and over to the on position To the rear main caseRear Engine Rider Drive Components Measurement should be 3/4Signs of excessive wear or damage Blade Sharpening Mower Blade ReplacementBlade Wear Limits Belt Replacement Do not attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service orTled Mower Drive Belt Adjustment Belt RemovalBattery Battery RemovalBattery Installation Slide the battery partially into the battery housingBattery Service Battery StorageNew Battery Preparation Battery TestingDescription of Kit Models Used on Snapper Rear Engine Rider AccessoriesBattery Condition Chart Maintenance Service Schedule SeasonMaintenance Maintenance/Replacement Parts Stop TroubleshootingProblem Probable Cause Corrective Action Move lever to the on position Year Limited Warranty Slope Guide Page Page Page Page Snapper Products Macon Street McDonough, GA Product Specifications 2811523BVCommon Service Parts

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