Engaging the Cutting Blades | Snapper SGV13320KW specification

4 unit operation (cont.)

•Learn to listen to your machine – being aware of what a well-running unit sounds like can alert you to a potential problem. A straining engine or clanging blades or a slapping belt mean that trouble is almost sure to follow.

ENGAGING THE CUTTING BLADES:

Note: Never engage the mower blades until you are ready to mow and be certain to disengage them when finished. Never attempt any adjustment or repairs when the blades are engaged.

•To engage the cutting blades, simply pull out the blade engage switch knob (4:29), located in the center of the handle dash. To disengage, simply push the knob in. Always be sure cutting blades are disengaged before stopping the mower.

PULL – ENGAGE PUSH – DISENGAGE

Important safety note: Power to the engine will be immediately cut if both of the safety handles (Parts List Ref #4:18) are released while cutting blades are engaged. This is an important safety feature – do not attempt to defeat it. Serious injury or death may result.

ENGAGING THE TRANSMISSION:

Note: Never attempt any adjustment or repairs with the transmission engaged.

	• Always start your mower in neutral with brake	2
	handles in locked position.	2
	handles in locked position.

LOCKING BRAKES 1

GVTP SM32-R0303.1