Snapper 285Z Ignition Switch, Fuel Tank Cap, Mower Cutting Height Adjustment Switch, PTO Switch

Features and Controls

Ignition Switch

The ignition switch starts and stops the engine; it has three positions:

OFF	Stops the engine and shuts off the
	electrical system.
RUN	Allows the engine to run and powers the
	electrical system.

Fuel Tank Cap

To remove the cap, turn counterclockwise.

Mower Cutting Height Adjustment Switch

The mower cutting height is adjustable from 1-1/2” to 3-3/4”. See CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT for adjustment information.

Parking Brake

	START	Cranks the engine for starting.	Moving the parking brake lever forward and to the right
			engages the parking brake. Moving the lever to the left and
NOTE: Never leave the ignition switch in the RUN position with			back disengages the brake.
the engine stopped–this drains the battery.

	PTO Switch					Hour Meter
			The hour meter measures the number of hours the key has
		Reproduction
The PTO (Power Take-Off) switch engages and disengages the			been in the RUN position.
mower blade clutch. To engage the PTO, pull UP on the switch.			N	te: The hour meter will register the passage of time when the
Push DOWN to disengage. Note that the operator must be			engine is runn ng. The h ur meter has a self contained power
seated firmly in the rider seat for the PTO to function.			s	urce so he			al h urs are always visible.
	Transmission Release Levers
The transmission release levers deactivate the transmissi ns so
that the unit can be pushed by hand. See PUSHI G THE UNIT							IMPORTANT
BY HAND for operational information.					The figures and illustrations in this manual are provided
					for reference only and may differ from your specific
	Seat Adjustment Lever				model. Conta		your dealer if you have questions.
The seat can be adjusted forward and backward. See SEAT
ADJUSTMENTS for adjustment information.

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