Snapper 1800, 2800, 500, 1700, 2700, 400 specification

M A N U F A C T U R I N G , I N C . 500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997 Port Washington, WI 53074-0997

www.SimplicityMfg.com

500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997 Port Washington, WI 53074-0997

www.MasseyLawn.com

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P R O D U C T S , I N C . 535 Macon Street McDonough, GA 30253

www.Snapper.com

500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997 Port Washington, WI 53074-0997

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Snapper 1800, 2800, 500, 1700, 2700, 400 manual

Contents

23HP Hydro Tractors Mower Decks 25HP Hydro Tractors Mower DecksMfg. No Description Mfg. No. DescriptionPage Table of Contents Safety Rules & Information Operating Safety Safety Rules and Information Slope Operation Safety Rules & Information General Operation Ignition System Service & Maintenance Safe Handling of Gasoline CE Identification Tag Markings Identification NumbersTractor ID Tag Mower ID Tag Safety Decals Safety DecalsDecal Ignition Switch Positions Decal Cutting Height Decal Transmission Release CE Safety Icons Safety Icons Control Functions Throttle ControlChoke Headlights Features & Controls What is Automatic Controlled Traction? Parking Brake FunctionAutomatic Controlled Traction Attachment Lift Control Lever Volt Power Outlet Dashboard Display & FunctionsDisplay Items Functions Operational Safety Checks General Operating SafetyAdding Fuel Operating the Tractor Starting the EngineStopping the Tractor & Engine Driving The Tractor Mowing in Reverse MowingAttachment Operation in Reverse Adjusting Mower Cutting Height Pushing the Tractor by Hand Mower Deck Removal & Installation Installing the Mower DeckSimplicity, Massey Ferguson or Agco Models Removing the Mower Deck Snapper Models Upper Hanger Upper Hole Lift Hook Lower Hole Long Hub Simplicity, Massey Ferguson and Agco Models Pivoting Gauge Wheels Select Models Mower Hitch Tractor Hitch Brackets Spring-Loaded Lever Snapper Models Attaching a Trailer Storage Hydraulic Lift Models Lift Variations When Using AttachmentsManual Lift Models How and When to Water Fertilize & AerateHow High To Mow the Grass Tall Grass Requires Incremental Cutting Lawn Care & Mowing Information When and How Often to MowProper Mowing Speed Regular Maintenance Before Every Spring Each Hours 100 250 Fall Use Regular Maintenance Battery Maintenance Cleaning the Battery and CablesCheck Tire Pressures Size Grease LubricationOil Lubricate Rear Axle Shafts Conquest / 1700 / 2700 / 400 / YT Servicing the Mower Blabes Blade Removal Transmission Maintenance K66 MaintenanceTransmission Identification Transmission Oil Capacity Apx .6 qt 2.5L K71 Maintenance Service Interval Every 5 HoursService Interval After 50 Hrs, Then Every 250 Hrs Transmission Oil Capacity Apx -1/2 qt 4.25L Internal Transmission Filter Service Filter Access Cap Troubleshooting Adjustment, & Service Troubleshooting Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Tractor Troubleshooting Seat Adjustment Battery ChargingManual Lift Assist Adjustment Steering Wheel Adjustment Steering Gear AdjustmentBrake Adjustment Thicker Spoke Faces Seat PTO clutch adjustment Mower Adjustments Transport Height & Ground Following Adjustment Select Models Gauge Wheels Select Models Leveling The Mower Leveling The Mower Side-to-Side, J-Hook Models Locknut Mower Belt Replacement 44 & 50 PTO Belt ReplacementTo avoid damaging belts, do not PRY Gap Arbor Drive Belt Replacement 25 HP* Kohler 23 HP* Briggs & StrattonK71 K66 Replacement Parts Maintenance ItemsOptional Accessories Technical ManualsPage Page