Snapper 1700, 2700, 400 manual Check Tire Pressures, Battery Maintenance, Regular Maintenance

Check Tire Pressures

SERVICE INTERVAL: EVERY 25 HOURS

Tire Pressure should be checked periodically, and main- tained at the levels shown in the chart. Note that these pressures may differ slightly from the “Max Inflation” stamped on the side-wall of the tires. The pressures shown provide proper traction, improve cut quality, and extend tire life.

Regular Maintenance

Size	PSI	bar
24 x 12-12	6-8	,41-,55
23 x 10.5-12	6-8	,41-,55
16 x 6.50-8	15	1,0

Figure 20. Tire Pressure

Battery Maintenance

WARNING

When removing or installing battery cables, disconnect the negative cable FIRST and reconnect it LAST. If not done in this order, the positive terminal can be shorted to the frame by a tool.

Cleaning the Battery and Cables

SERVICE INTERVAL: EVERY 100 HOURS

1.Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative cable first (A, Figure 21).

2.Remove the battery hold-down (C) and battery.

3.Clean the battery compartment with a solution of bak- ing soda and water.

4.Clean the battery terminals and cable ends with a wire brush and battery terminal cleaner until shiny.

5.Reinstall the battery in the battery compartment, and secure with the battery hold-down (C).

6.Reattach the battery cables, positive cable first (B).

7.Coat the cable ends and battery terminals with petro- leum jelly or non-conducting grease.

C

B

A

Figure 21. Battery

A.Negative Cable

B.Positive Cable & Cover

C.Rubber Hold-Down Strap

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