Operation (Continued)
! | WARNING | ! |
Once blade is disengaged, it should come to a complete stop in 3 seconds or less. If the blade continues to rotate after 3 seconds, the blade brake must be adjusted. Refer to Section “BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT” for adjustment pro- cedures or return machine to an authorized SNAPPER deal- er for adjustment. DO NOT CONTINUE to operate machine until blade brake is adjusted and functioning properly.
Starting and Operation (Continued)
Mower Blade
1.With the engine running, move the engine speed control to the “FAST” position.
2.Move the blade lever (A, Figure 10) forward to the “ON” position, then depress the blade pedals (B) to hold the blade lever in the “ON” position.
A |
B |
Figure 10: Engaging the mower blade
Wheel Drive
1.With the engine running, adjust the engine speed control to the “FAST” position.
2.Depress the clutch/brake pedal (A, Figure 11).
3.Place the transmission shift lever (A, Figure 12) into the first forward speed notch (B).
4.Release the clutch/brake pedal to begin forward motion.
5.During forward motion, the transmission shift lever may be placed in any desired forward speed without depressing the clutch/brake pedal.
NOTE: For best cutting results, move the transmission shift lever into a slow forward speed and the engine speed control to a fast position. This combination will allow the mower blades to lift the grass while cutting smoothly and evenly.
! | WARNING | ! |
DO NOT operate blades in reverse. STOP BLADES. LOOK and SEE behind and down for children, pets and hazards before and while backing.
A |
Figure 11: Engaging the clutch/brake pedal
A
B
Figure 12: Transmission shift lever
Operation
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