Snapper 18HP Safety Controls Operation, Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications, Safety Icons

Table of Contents
Safety Rules & Information	2
Identification Numbers	8
Safety Decals	9
Safety Interlock System	10
Safety Icons	11
Features & Controls	12
Control Functions	12
Operation	14
General Operating Safety	14
Checks Before Starting	14
Starting the Engine	15
Stopping the Rider & Engine	15
Pushing the Rider by Hand	15
Zero Turn Driving Practice	16
Mower Removal & Installation	18
Mowing	19
Mowing Recommendations	19
Mowing Methods	20
Attaching a Trailer	21
Regular Maintenance	22
Schedule	22
Lubrication	23
Servicing the Mower Blades	24
Checking Tire Pressures	25
Checking/Adding Fuel	25
Fuel Filter	25
Engine Maintenance	25
Check/Fill Transmission Oil	26
Transmission Oil Filter Change	26
Battery Maintenance	27
Storage	27
Troubleshooting, Adjustments & Service	28
Troubleshooting the Rider	28
Troubleshooting the Mower	29
Common Cutting Problems	30
Seat Adjustment	31
Ground Speed Control Lever Adjustment	31
Speed Balancing Adjustment	32
Cutting Height Adjustment	32
Neutral Adjustment	32
Parking Brake Adjustment	33
Suspension Adjustment	34
PTO Clutch Adjustment	35
Blade Brake Check	35
Mower Deck Leveling	36
Roller Bar Leveling	37
Mower Belt Replacement	37
Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement	38
Battery Charging	38
Specifications	39
Technical Manuals	39

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

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Operation

Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications

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