Snapper SGT27540D manual Table of Contents

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Table of Contents

Safety Rules & Information

2

Identification Numbers

7

Safety Decals

8

Safety Icons

9

Safety Interlock System

9

Features & Controls

10

Control Functions

10

Parking Brake Function

12

Automatic Controlled Traction

12

Dashboard Display Functions

13

Operating the Tractor

14

General Operating Safety

14

Slope Operation

14

Adding Fuel

14

Starting the Engine

14

Stopping the Tractor & Engine

15

Driving the Tractor

15

Mowing

15

Mowing in Reverse

15

Attachment Operation in Reverse

15

4-Wheel Drive Operation

15

Pushing the Tractor by Hand

16

Hydraulic System Functions

16

Optional 3-Point Hitch Operation

18

540 Rear PTO Operation

20

Mower Deck Removal & Installation

22

Attaching a Trailer

24

Storage

24

12 Power Outlet

24

Check Mower Deck Gear Box Oil

30

Safety Interlock System Check

30

Blade Brake Check

30

Check Tire Pressures

31

Battery Maintenance

31

Lubrication

32

Servicing the Mower Blades

34

Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service

36

Troubleshooting the Tractor

36

Troubleshooting the Mower

37

Seat Adjustment

38

Brake Adjustment

38

Headlight Replacement

39

Taillight & Dash Light Replacement

39

Battery Charging

39

Mower Adjustments

40

Gauge Wheel Adjustment

40

Leveling the Mower

41

Mower Belt Replacement

42

54” Arbor Drive Belt

42

Specifications

43

Parts & Accessories

44

Lawn Care & Mowing Information

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NOTE: In this manual, “left” and “right” are referred to as seen from the operating position.

Regular Maintenance

25

Maintenance Schedule

25

Engine Maintenance

26

Clean Debris Out of Engine Compartment

26

Clean Engine Oil Cooler or Radiator

26

Clean Transmission Oil Cooler

26

Check Engine Coolant Level

26

Change Engine Coolant

27

Change Fuel Filter

27

Drain Fuel Separator

28

Check Transmission Oil Level

28

Change Transmission Oil and Filter

29

Check Front Axle Oil Level

29

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27HP Hydro Tractors & Mower Decks Mower DecksMfg. No. Description Page Table of Contents Safety Rules & Information Operating Safety Slope Operation Safety Rules and InformationGeneral Operation Safety Rules & InformationIgnition System Safe Handling of Gasoline Service & MaintenanceIdentification Numbers CE Identification Tag MarkingsTractor ID Tag Mower ID Tag Decal Danger, Rotating Fan CE, Diesel Models Safety DecalsSafety Decals Decal PTO Selector PositionsOperational Safety Checks Safety IconsControl Functions Features & Controls Automatic Controlled Traction Parking Brake FunctionDashboard Display Functions Stopping The Tractor & Engine General Operating SafetySlope Operation Adding FuelOperating the Tractor General Using Inboard HydraulicsPushing The Tractor By Hand Hydraulic System FunctionsAuxiliary Hydraulics Angle Left Angle Right Using Auxiliary HydraulicsAttachment Weight Limit Optional 3-Point Hitch Operation Select ModelsLocking The Hitch Hitch Arms Installation Starting & Stopping the PTO Connecting a Drive ShaftRear PTO Operation Select Models Checks Before StartingAttachment Recommendations Removing the Mower Deck Mower Deck Removal & InstallationMower Electrical Connection Installing the Mower DeckVolt Power Outlet Attaching a TrailerStorage Before Every Spring Each Hours Fall Use Regular MaintenanceCheck Engine Coolant Level Regular MaintenanceClean Radiator Clean Transmission Oil CoolerDrain Fuel Separator Service Interval Seasonally or as NeededCheck Transmission Oil Level Service Interval Every 25 HoursChange Transmission Oil & filter Check Front Axle Oil LevelOil Filter Part No Check Mower Deck Gear Box Oil Safety Interlock System CheckService Interval Every Fall & Spring Service Interval Every 100 Hours or Fall & SpringSize Tread Battery MaintenanceCleaning the Battery and Cables Check Tire PressuresLubrication GreaseOil Arm Grease Fitting Yearly Grease the ElectricLift Rod Grease Fitting YearlyRemoving the Blade Servicing The Mower BladesMaintenance Records Troubleshooting Adjustment, & Service Troubleshooting the Mower Seat Slide Adjustment Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceSeat Adjustment Brake AdjustmentHeadlight Replacement Taillight & Dash Light ReplacementBattery Charging Gauge Wheel Adjustment Mower AdjustmentsLeveling The Mower Side-to-Side Adjustment Lock Nut, 5/16-18 Spacer BoltMower Belt Replacement Mower Drive Belt ReplacementTo avoid damaging belts, do not PRY 27 HP* Briggs & Stratton SpecificationsTechnical Manuals Replacement PartsMaintenance Items Optional Accessories