Snapper 3317523BVE Safety Interlock System Checks, Check Engine, Reverse Lockout Mechanism

Maintenance (Continued)

Service - After the First 5 Hours			Service - Every 25 Operating Hours
(Continued)			Perform all service required after the first 5 hours of opera-
Safety Interlock System Checks			tion. Refer to the section entitled “SERVICE – AFTER 5
			HOURS”.
Perform the following interlock system checks periodically
during the operating season. Contact your authorized			Check Engine
Snapper dealer if you have questions.			1. Change the engine oil. Refer to the section entitled
			“CHANGE ENGINE OIL”. Refer to the engine manual for
!	WARNING	!
			oil specifications.
DO NOT operate machine if any safety interlock or safety			2. Change the air filter:
device is not in place and functioning properly. DO NOT			Pull up and rotate the air cleaner latch (A, Figure
attempt to defeat, modify or remove any safety device.			23) to remove the air cleaner cover (B).

Engine must not start if:

1.The Clutch/Brake Pedal is not fully depressed OR,

2.The Blade Control is in the “ON” (blades engaged) posi-

tion.

Engine should start if:

1.The Blade Control is in the “OFF” (blades disengaged) position AND,

2.The Clutch/Brake Pedal is fully depressed.

Engine and blades must stop if:

1.The operator rises off of seat with Blade Control in “ON” (blades engaged) position OR,

2.The operator rises off of seat with Clutch/Brake Pedal not fully depressed.

Reverse Lockout Mechanism

Check the function of the Reverse Lockout Mechanism with the engine off.

1.Depress and hold the blade pedals.

2.Depress and hold the clutch/brake pedal.

3.With Steps 1 and 2 performed, the shift lever must not go into reverse.

! WARNING !

DO NOT operate machine if Reverse Lockout Mechanism is not functioning properly. Contact your SNAPPER dealer immediately for assistance.

IMPORTANT: When the cover is removed, you are viewing the carburetor side of the air filter, which will appear clean. Remove the filter and pre-cleaner for inspection.

A

C

DB

Figure 23: Opening the engine air cleaner cover

(Briggs engine shown)

Remove the air cleaner (C).

Remove and clean the engine air pre-cleaner (located behind the air cleaner). Refer to the engine manual for cleaning and service instructions.

Install the pre-cleaner and replace the air cleaner per the engine manual.

Reinstall the air cleaner cover. Engage the latch over the cover and rotate and push down to lock.

Maintenance

Lubrication – Grease Fittings

The following components on the Rear Engine Rider are equipped with grease fittings and require periodic lubrica- tion. Apply General Purpose grease (NLGI No.2) with a grease gun.

1.Front Wheel Bearings. Refer to the section entitled

“FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS – LUBRICATION”.

2.Rear Axle Bearing. Refer to the section entitled “REAR

AXLE BEARING – LUBRICATION”.

3.Mower Blade Spindle. Refer to the section entitled

“MOWER BLADE SPINDLE – LUBRICATION”.

4.Shift Lever. Refer to the section entitled “SHIFT LEVER –

LUBRICATION”.

IMPORTANT: The tabs (D) on the air cleaner cover must be completely inserted into the corresponding slots in the engine cover, or the compartment will not be completely sealed to prevent debris from entering into the carburetor.

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