Snapper 3011523BV Date of Purchase Retailer Retailers Phone Number Equipment, Engine

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Thank You for purchasing this quality-built Snapper product. We’re pleased that you placed your confidence in the Snapper brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Snapper product will provide many years of dependable service.

This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with the machine and how to avoid them. This machine is designed and intended only for finish cutting of established lawns and is not intended for any other purpose. It is important that you read and understand these instructions thoroughly before attempting to start or operate this equipment. Save these instructions for future reference.

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

IMPORTANT: KEEP THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR PERSONAL RECORDS (Complete the following information on your Snapper purchase)

Date of Purchase__________________________________________________________________

Retailer_________________________________________________________________________

Retailer's Phone Number___________________________________________________________

Equipment

Model Number______________________________________________________________

Serial Number ______________________________________________________________

Engine

Model_________________________Type__________________Trim___________________

It is very important that you register your purchase with Snapper to ensure warranty coverage. Please mail your product registration card to:

Snapper at P.O. Box 1379, McDonough, Georgia 30253.

Or you may register online at www.snapper.com.

You can contact us at our website, or if you would like to speak with a Customer Service Representative, call us at the Snapper Customer Relations Center at 1-800-935-2967. For faster service please have your Serial Number and Model Number available.

SNAPPER is a trademark of	Briggs & Stratton Yard Power Products Group
Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc.	Copyright © 2008, Briggs & Stratton Corporation
Port Washington, WI, USA.	Milwaukee, WI, USA. All Rights Reserved.

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Contents Series Snapper is a trademark Date of Purchase Retailer Retailers Phone Number EquipmentEngine Simplicity Manufacturing, IncTable of Contents Preparation Protection for ChildrenProtection against Tipovers 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 Engine runs smooth Operation Starting and OperationEngine Electric Start 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 positionBlade Cutting Height AdjustmentOperation Stopping Engine, Wheel Drive Park BrakeAte blades in reverse. Stop BLADES, Look and see Operation Reverse Lockout MechanismReverse Lockout Mechanism Override While backingIntroduction MaintenanceService After the First 5 Hours Check the Blade Drive Belt Service Brake / Park BrakeBlade Drive Belt Replacement Blade BrakeReverse Lockout Mechanism Safety Interlock System ChecksCheck Engine Lubrication Grease FittingsService Every 25 Operating Hours Differential / Chain Case Lubrication Engine ServiceRear Axle Bearing Lubrication Storage Out of Season Service AnnuallyEvery Two Years Removing the Fuel TankBlade Brake Adjustment Engine Adjustments and RepairMower Deck and Component Adjustments Reinstall the belt cover and tighten the bolts securelyMower Deck Adjustment Side-To-Side Levelness Mower Deck Adjustment Front-to-Rear LevelnessMove the blade lever up and over to the on position Mower Drive Belt Adjustment For 28 & 30 Decks OnlyService BRAKE/PARK Brake Adjustment 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 Remove the idler A, Figures 46 Belt ReplacementBelt Removal Battery Installation BatteryBattery Removal Slide the battery partially into the battery housingNew Battery Preparation Battery ServiceBattery Storage 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 2811523BV 2812523BVE Product SpecificationsCommon Service Parts Snapper Products Macon Street McDonough, GA