SECTION 2 - SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS FOR SNAPPER 73” FINISHING MOWER
Set-Up Instructions
The following instructions cover the initial set up of the SNAPPER 73” Finishing Mower. Read and follow each step carefully.
WARNING
Read entire manual before attempting to set up or operate this mower.
This mower is designed for a Category 1 hitch and 540 rpm Power Take Off (PTO). Only attach this mower to tractors compatible with Category 1 hitch requirements.
DO NOT modify mower attachment in any way.
STOP tractor. STOP engine. SET Brake. REMOVE key. Allow all moving parts to stop before attempting any adjustments, maintenance or service to the mower.
STEP 1: Remove the mower and components from the shipping carton.
STEP 2: Assemble front & rear hitch bars and hitch link as shown in Figure 1. Tighten all hardware securely. NOTE: When assembled properly, hitch link should pivot on hitch bolt sleeve.
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FIGURE 1
STEP 3: Check all lubrication points and gear box fluid level.
REMOVE BREATHER/FILLER
PLUG TO CHECK FLUID LEVEL
GEAR BOX
DRIVESHAFT
GUARD (SERVICE
POSITION)
FIGURE 2
WARNING
Driveshaft guard must be down and securely attached before operating mower.
B. Mower Spindle Housings. Locate the grease fitting on the front of each of the three spindle housings. Add grease (Kendall NLGI No. 2 Lithium grease) using grease gun until grease purges out of spindle housing vent. NOTE: The spindle housing vent is located on the housing below the mower deck surface. See Figure 3.
C. Idler Arm Pivot. Locate grease fitting on idler arm. Add 1 to 3 shots of grease as needed from the grease gun. See Figure 3.
IDLER ARM
PIVOT
A. Gear Box Fluid. The gear box holds 20 fluid ounces of SAE 90 EP gear lubricant. To check the level, remove the breather/filler plug located on the top of the gear box. If lubricant is needed, the
GREASE
SPINDLE HOUSING
driveshaft guard covering the gear box will have to be removed. Add fluid as needed to fill. Install breather/filler plug and driveshaft guard. See Figure 2.
FITTINGIDLER ARM
FIGURE 3
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