Section 3 - MAINTENANCE
3.2.7.INTERLOCK SYSTEM SAFETY CHECKS Perform the following interlock system checks periodically during the operating season. Contact your Snapper dealer if you have questions.
WARNING
DO NOT operate machine if any safety interlock or safety device is not in place and functioning properly. DO NOT attempt to defeat, modify or remove any safety device.
ENGINE MUST NOT START IF:
1)Clutch/brake pedal is not fully depressed OR,
2)Blade Control is in the “ON” (blades engaged) position.
ENGINE SHOULD START IF:
1)Blade Control is in the “OFF” (blades disengaged) position AND,
2)Clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed.
ENGINE AND BLADES MUST STOP IF:
3.3.1.CHECK ENGINE
1.Change engine oil. Refer to Section “CHANGE ENGINE OIL”. Refer to engine owner's manual for oil specification.
2.Change air filter. Pull up and rotate the air cleaner latch to remove cleaner cover. See Figure 3.4.
IMPORTANT: When cover is removed, you are viewing the carburetor side of the air filter, which will appear clean. Remove filter and
AIR CLEANER |
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LATCH | BRIGGS ENGINE SHOWN |
1)Operator rises off of seat with Blade Control in “ON” (blades engaged) position OR,
2)Operator rises off of seat with Clutch/brake pedal not fully depressed.
FIGURE 3.4
AIR CLEANER COVER
3.2.8.REVERSE LOCKOUT MECHANISM Check function of Reverse Lockout Mechanism with engine off.
1. Depress and hold blade pedals.
2. Depress and hold clutch/brake pedal.
3. 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.
3.2.9. LUBRICATION – GREASE FITTINGS
The following components on the Rear Engine Rider are equipped with grease fittings and require periodic lubrication. Apply General Purpose grease (NLGI No.2) with a grease gun.
1.Front Wheel Bearings. Refer to Section “FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS – LUBRICATION”.
2.Rear Axle Bearing. Refer to Section “REAR AXLE BEARING – LUBRICATION”.
3.Mower Blade Spindle. Refer to Section “MOWER BLADE SPINDLE – LUBRICATION”.
4.Shift Lever. Refer to Section “SHIFT LEVER –
LUBRICATION”.
3.3SERVICE - EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS Perform all service required after the first 5 hours of operation. Refer to Section “SERVICE – AFTER 5 HOURS”.
3.Refer to engine owner's manual for cleaning and service instructions. Remove and clean engine air
BRIGGS ENGINE SHOWN
AIR PRE-
CLEANER
AIR CLEANER
FIGURE 3.5
4.Reinstall air cleaner cover. Insert tabs located at the bottom of the cover into corresponding slots in engine cover. Position cover and engage latch over cover and rotate and push down to lock.
IMPORTANT: The tabs on the air cleaner cover must be completely inserted into engine cover or the compartment will not be completely sealed to prevent debris from entering into the carburetor.
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