Snapper LT145H33GBV Rolling Tractor with Engine OFF 2.6.1. Rolling Hydro Models

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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2.6.ROLLING TRACTOR WITH ENGINE OFF 2.6.1. Rolling Hydro Models

1.With engine "OFF", move to rear of tractor.

2.Pull the roll release control all the way out to disengage the hydro transmission. See Figure 2.15.

PULL ROLL RELEASE CONTROL ALL THE WAY OUT TO DISENGAGE HYDRO TRANSMISSION

WARNING

DO NOT disengage the hydro transmission and coast down slopes. DO NOT use Roll Release Control to disengage the hydro transmission unless machine motion can be controlled and engine is off.

ROLL RELEASE CONTROL

PUSH ROLL RELEASE CONTROL ALL THE WAY IN TO ENGAGE HYDRO TRANSMISSION

ROLL RELEASE CONTROL

FIGURE 2.15

3.Move tractor to desired location.

4.Push roll release control all the way in to engage hydro transmission. See Figure 2.15.

5.Set park brake.

NOTE: The transmission will not propel the tractor if it is left in the "ROLL" position.

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Contents Lawn Tractor Hydrostatic Drive Series G Model Number ExplanationImportant Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Components ControlsPRE-START Checklist OPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment Front to Rear AdjustmentStarting & Operation Starting Engine OFFStarting Mower Blade Starting & Operation 2.3.2. Starting Wheel DriveStopping Wheel Drive Stopping Stopping Mower Blade Setting Park BrakeCutting Height Adjustment Releasing Park BrakeRolling Tractor with Engine OFF 2.6.1. Rolling Hydro Models Reverse Lockout Mechanism Reverse Lockout Mechanism OverrideChange Engine OIL Service After First 5 HoursIntroduction Check Blade BrakeCheck 33 Deck Drive Belt Service Every 25 Operating HoursCheck Engine Check 38 Deck Drive BeltTractor Lubrication Service Annually Fuel FilterFrom Previous Service Annually 3.4.2. Fuel FilterSpark Plug Hydrostatic Transmission OIL Blade Brake Adjustment Engine Adjustments & RepairDeck Blade Brake Adjustment Blade Belt Adjustment 38 Deck Blade Belt Adjustment 33 DeckOn next Adjusting Mower Blade 33 Deck from previous Side View of DeckDeck Level Adjustment Front to Rear Sector Plates Deck Level Adjustment Side to SideDeck Level Adjustment Front to Rear Front Lift ROD Front of Tractor Tractor Drive Components 4.3.1. Brake Adjustment Deck Level Adjustment Front to RearRear to Front View of Deck Steering Adjustment Shifter AdjustmentMounting Standard Blade Sharpening Mower Blade Service Standard Blade Wear LimitsNinja Blade Wear Limits Ninja Blade SharpeningMower Blade Replacement Traction Drive Belt Replacement Mower Deck RemovalTraction drive belt removal Traction drive belt replacement View from Underneath TractorDeck Drive Belt Battery Service Battery Battery RemovalBattery Installation Battery StorageBattery Testing NEW Battery PreparationAvailable Accessories Schematic Wiring Harness P.N LT15OHGKV Schematic Wiring Harness P.NLT145H33GBV & LT145H38 GBV Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Guide LT145H33GBV Tractor Drive Belts Mower BladesNinja LT145H38GBVYear Limited Warranty Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Service Notes Service Notes Lawn Tractor Hydrostatic Drive Series G

LT145H33GBV, LT145H33GBV, LT145H38GBV, LT150H38GKV specifications

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