Snapper SPLH153KW, SPLH173KW, SPA361, SPA481, SPA521, SPA611 Machine Speed Control Ranges

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SECTION 4 - SERVICE

4.2.3.HYDRAULIC PUMP BELT REMOVAL (Continued) 2. Loosen Nut on Belt Guide at rear of Engine Pulley

and remove Cutter Deck Belt from Engine Pulley. 3. Remove Hydraulic Pump Belt.

4.2.4.HYDRAULIC PUMP BELT INSTALLATION

1.STOP ENGINE! Place Hydraulic Belt on Engine and Pump Pulleys.

2.Attach Idler Spring to Bolt and reattach Nut to Bolt.

3.Place Cutter Deck Belt on Engine Pulley.

4.2.5. REPLACEMENT PARTS

To retain the quality of your Machine, use genuine SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact your local SNAPPER Dealer for parts and service and service assistance. For the correct part or information for your Machine, always mention Model and Serial Number of Power Unit and mower Attachment. We recommend returning your Machine to an authorized SNAPPER Dealer on a yearly basis for inspection and addition of any new devices which might upgrade the performance and SAFETY of your Machine. For the nearest SNAPPER Dealer, check the yellow pages under the heading, LAWN MOWERS. For Engine Parts and Service, look for the Engine Manufacturer’s Dealers under the heading, ENGINES - GASOLINE.

WARNING

DO NOT attempt any maintenance adjustments or service with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blades. Latch Traction Levers in neutral. Move Speed Control lever to SLOW. Remove key. Disconnect spark plug wires from spark plugs and secure wires away from spark plugs. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before working on machine.

NOTE: All Mid-Size Machines should be tilted with Engine Carburetor side UP.

4.3 MACHINE SPEED CONTROL RANGES

4.3.1. TO CHANGE MACHINE SPEED RANGES

1.Move Traction Control Levers and Neutral Latch Lever into neutral.

2.Turn Key to STOP position and remove Key from Ignition Switch.

3.Remove Hairpins from Swivels on Traction Control Arms on Right and Left Hand side. See Figure 4.5.

4.Push Swivel out from each Traction Control Arm and insert Swivel into newly selected speed range. (No adjustment should be necessary to maintain neutral setting after changing speed range.) If machine does require adjustment Refer to Section

“TRACTION CONTROL NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT”.

5.Start the Engine and resume using the Machine at the newly selected speed range.

HIGH SPEED 0 - 6 MPH

MEDIUM SPEED 0 - 4.2 MPH

SWIVEL

LOW SPEED

0 - 2.5 MPH

TRACTION

CONTROL

ROD

SELF LOCK

COTTER PIN

TRACTION CONTROL ARM

FIGURE 4.5

WARNING

The SNAPPER Pro Hydro Mowers have a Transport Speed, which allows the machine to travel forward at a speed of 6 MPH - it is NOT to be used while walking! Use the Transport Speed ONLY when the machine is equipped with a Riding Sulky! DO NOT make sharp turns at high speed! The machine has “zero-turn” capability; DO NOT use “zero-turn” at high speed. During initial training time with machine, it is advised that the Operator(s) practice with the Speed Control Lever in the slowest travel speed position and Blade Engagement Switch in the OFF position

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Contents PRO Hydro Walk Behind Mowers MID-SIZE Series Model Number ExplanationSlope Operation Important Safety InstructionsProtection for Children PreparationSafe Handling of Gasoline OperationMaintenance Table of Contents Introduction FamiliarizationNomenclature Safety Messages and Symbols Read OPERATOR’S Manual Safety Messages and Symbols Engine Controls ControlsBlade and Traction Controls Operating Instructions PRE-START ChecklistSafety Interlock System Checks Before OperatingStopping Starting and OperatingForward Speed Traction Speed ControlMower Operation Reverse SpeedHandle Height Adjustment Mowing and Turning on HillsidesRemove Lower Left Side of Machine Shown Bolt & NUT Cutting Height Adjustment Adjusting Caster WheelsAdjusting Fixed Deck Attachment Side Profile of MachineSymptom Problem Engine TroubleshootingSolution Service & Lubrication Information Controls & LinkagesHours Procedure Comments Grease Grease Zerk Location Daily WeeklyElectric Clutch Adjustment ServiceHydraulic System Adjustments Service Machine Speed Control Ranges Hydraulic Pump Belt InstallationReplacement Parts To Change Machine Speed RangesTraction Control Neutral Adjustment Mower Attachment Service Cutter Deck Belt Removal & InstallationStandard Blade Replacement Cutting Blade ServiceBlade Removal and Sharpening Mower Attachment Service Bearing ReplacementBattery Service Battery RemovalBattery Installation Battery TestingNEW Battery Preparation Do not OverfillYear Limited Warranty Disclaimer of WarrantySnapper Product Registration Form Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Service Notes Service Notes PRO Hydro MID-SIZE Walk Behind Mowers Series