Snapper important safety instructions Rear Engine Riding Mower Series, Manual No -4023 I.R /19/00

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Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for

REAR ENGINE RIDING MOWER SERIES 21

MODEL

M250821BE

M280921B

M281021BE

M300921B

M301021BE

WM280921B

WM301021BE

MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION

WM

28

10

21

B

E

MIDDLE MARKET	ENGINE OPTIONS
CUTTING WIDTH	ENGINE TYPE
ENGINE HP	SERIES DESIGNATION

WM - Middle Market

25 - 25” Cutting Deck

28 - 28” Cutting Deck

30 - 30” Cutting Deck

08 - 8.0 HP Engine

09 - 9.0 HP Engine

10 - 10.0 HP Engine

21 - Series Designation

B - Briggs Engine

E - Electric Start

Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your machine, read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” on Pages 2 & 3. Remember that all power equipment can be dangerous if used improperly. Also keep in mind that SAFETY requires careful use in accordance with the operating instructions and common sense!

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MANUAL No. 7-4023 (I.R. 9/19/00)

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Contents Manual No -4023 I.R /19/00 Rear Engine Riding Mower SeriesImportant Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Nomenclature IntroductionPRE-START Check List OPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment 2.2.1. Front to Rear AdjustmentOn Next Starting & Operation Engine Electric StartEngine Electric Start Starting & OperationEngine Manual Start Wheel Drive Starting & Operation 2.3.3. Mower BladeMower Blade Stopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.1. EngineStopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.4. Park Brake Cutting Height AdjustmentDo not park the machine on slopes Reverse Lockout Mechanism Override Reverse Lockout MechanismService Engine AIR Cleaner Check Mower Blade Service After First 5 HoursChange Engine OIL Service Brake / Park Brake Service After First 5 Hours 3.2.4. Check Blade Drive BeltBlade Brake Interlock SystemBattery Fluid Level Service Every 25 Operating HoursClean Mower Deck Lubrication Grease FittingsService Every 25 Operating Hours 3.3.8. Rear Axle Bearing Fuel Filter Service AnnuallyEvery TWO Years Storage OUT of SeasonMower Drive Belt Adjustment for 25, 28 & 30 M Models Engine Adjustments & RepairBlade Brake Adjustment Front to Rear Levelness 25 & 28 Decks Mower Deck AdjustmentFront to Rear Levelness 30 Decks Follow Warning statement found on this Wheel Brake AdjustmentCheck fuel level in tank. If over 3/4 full, remove Blade Sharpening Mower Blade Replacement 4.4.1. Blade Wear LimitsBelt Replacement Blade Drive Belt ReplacementBelt Removal Battery Installation Battery Battery RemovalBattery Storage Battery ServiceNEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from carton Battery TestingSnapper Rear Engine Rider Accessories Stop Problem Probable Cause Corrective ActionBlades Not Cutting Loss Of TractionCutting Grass ImproperlyTo be Performed Pages Subject Service ReferenceMAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts Maintenance Parts Disclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Rear Engine Riding Mower Series