Snapper 20HP, 19HP, 18HP user manual Operating Safety, Safety Rules & Information

Page 5

Safety

Safety Rules & Information

Operating Safety

Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety.

Do not operate this machine unless you have been trained. Reading and understanding this operator’s manual is a way to train yourself.

Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is misused, or not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember, you are responsible for your safety and that of those around you.

Use common sense, and think through what you are doing. If you are not sure that the task you are about to perform can be safely done with the equipment you have chosen, ask a professional: contact your local authorized dealer.

Read the Manual

The operator’s manual contains important safety information you need to be aware of BEFORE you operate your unit as well as DURING operation.

Safe operating techniques, an explanation of the product’s features and controls, and maintenance information is included to help you get the most out of your equipment investment.

Be sure to completely read the Safety Rules and Information found on the following pages. Also completely read the Operation section.

Children

Tragic accidents can occur with children. Do not allow them anywhere near the area of operation. Children are often attracted to the unit and mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. If there is a risk that children may enter the area where you are mowing, have another responsible adult watch them.

2

www.simplicitymfg.com www.snapper.com

Image 5
Contents 20HP Zero-Turn Riders 18HP Zero-Turn Riders19HP Zero-Turn Riders Page Date Purchased Table of Contents Safety Rules & Information Operating SafetySlope Operation Retaining Walls, Drop-offs, and Water General Operation Slope Operation Safety Rules and InformationSafe Handling of Gasoline Service & MaintenanceIdentification Numbers Safety Decals Safety DecalsNorth American Models CE ModelsNorth American Models only Safety Interlock System Safety Interlock SystemExport Models only Safety Interlock System Operational Safety ChecksNorth American Safety Icons Safety IconsCE Safety Icons ServicingControl Functions Features & ControlsSeat Adjustment Lever PTO SwitchHour Meter Transmission Oil FillChecks Before Starting General Operating SafetyOperation Pushing the Rider by Hand Starting the EngineStopping the Rider and Engine Smooth Travel Zero Turn Driving PracticeForward Travel Practice Reverse Travel PracticeExecuting an End-Of-Row Zero Turn Practice Turning Around a CornerExecuting Turns TurningRemoval Mower Removal InstallationInstallation Mowing Recommendations MowingHeight of Grass Tall Grass Requires Incremental CuttingMowing Methods When and How Often to MowMowing Patterns Proper Broadcast MowingProper Mulching Attaching a TrailerCheck Transmission Oil Change Transmission Oil Filter Regular MaintenanceBefore Every Spring Each Hours 100 250 Fall Use Grease LubricationOil Lube Rear Suspension Pivot Under seatServicing the Mower Blades Service Interval Every 10 Hours or As RequiredCheck Tire Pressures Engine MaintenanceChecking / Adding Fuel Fuel FilterChange Interval Every 250 Hours Filter Part Number Check /FILL Transmission OILTransmission OIL Filter Change Storage Battery MaintenanceCleaning the Battery and Cables Troubleshooting the Rider Troubleshooting, Adjustments, & ServiceTroubleshooting the Mower Troubleshooting, Adjustments, & ServiceStreaking Troubleshooting Common Cutting ProblemsSeat Position Adjustment Seat AdjustmentGround Speed Control Lever Adjustment Neutral Adjustment Speed Balancing AdjustmentCutting Height Adjustment Brake Spring Set Collar Locknut Parking Brake AdjustmentSuspension Adjustment Select Models Blade Brake Check PTO Clutch AdjustmentOrient Blades Side-to-Side Mower Deck LevelingRoller BAR Leveling Select Models Mower Belt ReplacementBattery Charging Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt ReplacementTechnical Manuals SpecificationsPage 19 HP* Kawasaki Product Quick SpecsBelts and Blades Tractor