Snapper 3011523BV specifications Operation Pre-Start Check List, OPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment

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Operation

Pre-Start Check List

Operator Seat Adjustment

Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up:

1.Check the tire pressure; add or release air as needed to bring pressure to 12 PSI in front and 12 PSI in rear.

2.Check guards, deflectors and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tightened.

3.Check engine oil and add oil as needed to bring level up to the FULL mark (A, Figure 1). Refer to the engine manual for oil specifications.

1.With the engine stopped, loosen the two adjusting knobs (B, Figure 3) and move the seat to the desired position. After adjustment, tighten the knobs securely.

NOTE: If the seat does not move after loosening the knobs, it may be necessary to loosen the 5/16” patch lock screws or hex nuts (C) located at the rear of the seat.

A

Operation

A

B

Figure 1: Engine oil ‘Full’ mark

4.

Adjust the seat (A, Figure 3) as needed to the most

 

 

comfortable position. Refer to the Section entitled

 

 

“OPERATOR’S SEAT ADJUSTMENT”.

 

5.

Check the blade control to insure it works freely. If the

 

 

blade pedals are depressed, the blade lever can be

A

 

moved manually from “ON” to “OFF” to stop the blade.

 

 

6.

Check the Reverse Lockout Mechanism. With the blade

 

 

pedals depressed, the shift lever must not go into

 

 

reverse.

 

7.

Clean the exterior surfaces of the cutting deck and

 

 

engine of any accumulation of dirt, grass, oil, etc. Keep

 

the engine air intake screen and cooling fins clear at all

B

times.

 

8.Add fuel to the fuel tank after pushing the Rear Engine Rider outside where fumes can dissipate. Make sure the

fuel filler cap (A, Figure 2) is tight, and the vent (B) is

Figure 3: Operator seat adjustment

open after refueling. Refer to the engine manual for fuel

 

specifications.

 

B

A

Figure 2: Fuel filler cap

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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 Remove the idler A, Figures 46 Belt ReplacementBelt Removal Battery 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 Product Specifications Common Service Parts2811523BV 2812523BVE Snapper Products Macon Street McDonough, GA