Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2.1PRE-START CHECK LIST

Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up. The hydro transmission on this machine is equipped with a roll release lever. The control can be used to disengage the transmission. Moving the lever to the “Release” roll position disengages the transmission allowing the machine to be moved without starting the engine. The roll release lever is located at the rear of the machine. The transmission will not propel the machine when the lever is in the “Release” roll position.

WARNING

DO NOT disengage the hydro transmission and coast down slopes. DO NOT use the Roll Release Control to disengage the hydro transmission unless machine motion can be controlled and engine is off.

ROLL RELEASE

ROLL DRIVE

2.1.1.Check tires and add or release air as

needed to bring pressure to 12 PSI in front and 12 PSI in rear tires.

2.1.2.Check guards, deflectors and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tightened.

2.1.3.Check engine oil and add oil as needed to bring level up to the FULL mark. Refer to engine owner’s manual for oil specifications. See Figure 2.1.

2.1.4.Adjust seat as needed to most comfortable

position. Refer to Section “Operators Seat Adjustment” for instructions.

REMOVE OIL DIPSTICK TO

CHECK OIL

2.1.5.Check blade engagement lever to insure it works freely.

2.1.6.Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and engine of any accumulation of dirt, grass, oil, etc. Keep engine air intake screen and cooling fins clear at all times.

2.1.7.Add fuel to tank after pushing the machine outside where fumes can dissipate. Make sure fuel filler cap is tight after refueling. Refer to engine owner’s manual for fuel specifications. See Figure 2.2.

2.2OPERATOR’S SEAT ADJUSTMENT

2.2.1.FRONT TO REAR ADJUSTMENT

1.With the engine stopped, loosen the two adjusting knobs located beneath the seat and move seat to desired position. After adjustment, tighten knobs securely. See Figure 2.3.

MAKE SURE FUEL CAP

IS TIGHT.

FUEL

FILLER CAP

FIGURE 2.2

LOOSEN

KNOBS &

SLIDE SEAT

FORWARD OR

REARWARD

SEAT ADJUSTMENT KNOBS

FIGURE 2.1

FIGURE 2.3

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Snapper 381451HBVE PRE-START Check List, Roll Release, OPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment Front to Rear Adjustment