Snapper 300 Series, 2600 Series, 1600 Series manual Regular Maintenance

Safety Interlock System Check

Service Interval: Every Fall & Spring

Check the function of the safety interlock system using the test procedure found on page 12 of this manual. If the tractor fails any of the tests, see your dealer.

Blade Brake Check

Service Interval: Every 100 Hours or Fall & Spring

Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a complete stop within five seconds after electric PTO switch is turned off.

1.With tractor in neutral, PTO disengaged and operator in seat, start the engine.

2.Look over the left-hand footrest at the mower drive belt. Engage the PTO and wait several seconds. Disengage the PTO and check the amount of time it takes for the mower drive belt to stop.

3.If mower drive belt does not stop within five seconds, re-adjust the clutch or see your dealer.

Check Tire Pressures

Service Interval: Every 25 Hours

Tire Pressure should be checked periodically, and maintained 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.

PTO Clutch Adjustment Check

Service Interval: Every 250 Hrs

Check the PTO clutch adjustment after every 250 hours of operation–or if the clutch starts slipping or will not engage. Check and adjust the clutch using the procedure outlined in the Adjustments section of this manual.

Engine Maintenance

Refer to the engine owner’s manual for all engine maintenance procedures and recommendations.

Regular Maintenance

Size	PSI	bar
22 x 10.0-8	6-8	,41-,55
15 x 6.00-6	12-15	,68-,82

Figure 16. Tire Pressure

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