Snapper E281123BVE, E281323BVE, E331523KVE Starting & Operation, Engine Electric Start

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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2.3STARTING & OPERATION

2.3.1. ENGINE (ELECTRIC START) (Continued)

8.Should the battery be too weak to start the engine, Refer to Section “ENGINE (MANUAL START)” to manually start the electric start engines.

2.3.2. ENGINE (MANUAL START)

IMPORTANT: When the ignition key is turned to “ON”, and the recoil handle is pulled, the engine will turn over, but will not start unless the Clutch/Brake Pedal is pressed all the way down with Parking Brake engaged (See Figure 2.8) and the Blade Lever is in the “Off” position (See Figure 2.4). Start engine as follows:

1.Move transmission shift lever to (N) Neutral position. DO NOT start engine with transmission shift lever in a drive position.

WARNING

It is possible to start engine with transmission shift lever in a drive position. Follow starting instructions carefully.

2.Make certain the Blade Lever is in the “Off” position. See Figure 2.4.

3.Press Clutch/Brake Pedal all the way down, move Parking Brake Latch over and release the Clutch/Brake Pedal to set Parking Brake. See Figure 2.8.

TO START ENGINE, PUSH

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL ALL

THE WAY DOWN

5.Move engine speed control to the choke position to start a cold engine. See Figure 2.6

6.Turn key to “ON” position. See Figure 2.9.

KEY

FIGURE 2.9

7.Pull starter rope with a smooth, even motion until engine starts. Always guide the starter rope back into the recoil housing. Never allow rope to snap back. After Engine starts, move engine speed control to the “FAST” position.

8.Allow a brief warm-up until engine runs smooth.

MOVE

PARKING

BRAKE

LATCH

OVER

FIGURE 2.8

4.Open vent on fuel filler cap by turning counterclockwise. NOTE: Failure to open vent on the fuel filler cap can cause engine to stall. See Figure 2.2.

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Contents European Rear Engine Riding Mower Series Important Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Introduction NomenclatureFamiliarization Decals / Symbols Lowest Height CUT Battery Caution OPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment 2.2.1. Front to Rear Adjustment PRE-START Check ListStarting & Operation Engine Electric Start On NextEngine Electric Start Starting & OperationEngine Manual Start Starting & Operation 2.3.3. Mower Blade Wheel DriveStopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.1. Engine Mower BladeStopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.4. Park Brake Cutting Height AdjustmentDo not park machine on slopes Reverse Lockout Mechanism Reverse Lockout Mechanism OverrideService After First 5 Hours Change Engine OIL Service Engine AIR Cleaner Check Mower BladeService Brake / Park Brake Service After First 5 Hours 3.2.4. Check Blade Drive BeltBlade Brake Lubrication Grease Fittings Interlock SystemCheck Engine Do not Overfill Battery Fluid LevelClean Mower Deck Mower Deck LevelnessLeft Rear Axle Bearing Grease Fitting Every TWO Years Service AnnuallyFuel Filter Storage OUT of SeasonBlade Brake Adjustment Engine Adjustments & RepairClearance Mower Drive Belt Adjustment for 28 Decks only Front to Rear Levelness 28, & 33 Decks Mower Deck AdjustmentFront to Rear Levelness 30 Decks Chain Case Clutch Yoke Cable Housing Spring Mower Blade Replacement 4.4.1. Blade Wear Limits Blade SharpeningBelt Removal Blade Drive Belt ReplacementBelt Replacement DecksBattery Battery Removal Battery InstallationNEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from carton Battery ServiceBattery Storage Battery TestingSnapper Rear Engine Rider Accessories Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action StopCutting Grass Loss Of TractionBlades Not Cutting ImproperlySubject Service Reference To be Performed PagesMAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts Maintenance Parts Year Limited Warranty Disclaimer of WarrantyPage European Rear Engine Riding Mower Series

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