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Snapper LT180H48FBV2 important safety instructions Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for

Models: LT160H42FBV LT180H48FBV2 LT160H42FBV2

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Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for

Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for

LAWN TRACTOR

HYDROSTATIC DRIVE

ELECTRIC CLUTCH

SERIES F

MODELS

LT160H42FBV

LT160H42FBV2

LT180H48FBV2

MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION

LT

160

H

42

F

B

V

2

MODEL DESIGNATION

ENGINE OPTIONS

ENGINE HP

ENGINE TYPE

DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE

ENGINE MODEL

CUTTING WIDTH

SERIES DESIGNATION

LT – Model Designation

F – Series Designation

160 – 16.0 HP (Engine Horse Power)

B – Briggs & Stratton Engine

180 – 18.0 HP (Engine Horse Power)

V – Over Head Valve Type Engine

H – Hydrostatic Transmission Drive System

2 – Twin Cylinder Engine

42 – 42” Cutting Width Mower Deck

48 – 48” Cutting Width Mower Deck

Thank you for buying a SNAPPER product! Before operating the Lawn Tractor, read and follow the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” on pages 2 & 3, all other instructions contained in this manual and the accompanying booklet “About Power Mower Safety”. Lawn mowers and all power equipment can be potentially dangerous if used improperly. REMEMBER: SAFETY REQUIRES CAREFULL USE IN ACCORDANCE WITH INSTRUCTIONS AND COMMON SENSE!

COPYRIGHT © 1999

SNAPPER INC.

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

MANUAL No. 7-2833 (I.R. 8/24/99)

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Snapper LT180H48FBV2 important safety instructions Lawn Tractor Hydrostatic Drive Electric Clutch Series F, Models

Contents

LAWN TRACTOR HYDROSTATIC DRIVE ELECTRIC CLUTCH SERIES F Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual forMODELS LT160H42FBV LT160H42FBV2 LT180H48FBV2PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSPROTECTION AGAINST TIPOVERS PREPARATIONOPERATION MAINTENANCEIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PREPARATIONIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TABLE OF CONTENTSTROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE COMPONENTS Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATIONCONTROLS 2.1 PRE-START CHECKLIST Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS2.2 OPERATOR’S SEAT ADJUSTMENT 2.2.1. FRONT TO REAR ADJUSTMENT 2.3 STARTING & OPERATION 2.3.1. STARTING ENGINE Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS2.3 STARTING & OPERATION Continued 2.3.2. STARTING WHEEL DRIVE Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS2.3.3 STARTING MOWER BLADE 2.4 STOPPING ENGINE, BLADE, WHEEL DRIVE 2.4.1 STOPPING ENGINE2.4 STOPPING 2.4.3. STOPPING MOWER BLADES Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS2.6. ROLLING TRACTOR WITH ENGINE OFF Rolling Hydro Models Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS3.2 SERVICE - AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS Section 3 - MAINTENANCE3.1 INTRODUCTION 3.2.1. CHANGE ENGINE OIL3.2.4. CHECK DECK DRIVE BELT Section 3 - MAINTENANCE3.3.4. TRACTOR LUBRICATION Continued From Previous Page Section 3 - MAINTENANCE3. Clutch/Brake Pivot 4. Steering Sector Gear3.4 ANNUALLY END OF EACH SEASON Section 3 - MAINTENANCE3.4.1. ENGINE 3.4.2. FUEL FILTERSection 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR 2. Move sector plate as required to raise or lower the rear of deck Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIRPLACE THREE 2 X 4 UNDER FRONT AND REAR OF DECK Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIRFRONT LIFT FRONT LIFT ARMREAR LIFT ROD REMOVE WASHER & HAIR PIN ROTATE SWIVEL UP OR DOWN Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIRREMOVE WASHER & HAIR PIN ROTATE SWIVEL UP OR DOWN SWIVEL FRONT LIFT RODDECK BRACKETSWIVELTo be properly adjusted, the brake should stop Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR4.3.3. SHIFTER ADJUSTMENT Continued from page Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIRNEW BLADE WEAR LIMIT. CRACKS OR NOTCHES BEGIN TO APPEAR Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIRDANGEROUS CONDITION DO NOT USE ON MOWER 22º TO 28º STANDARD BLADEDECK/DRIVE Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR2. Turn engine “OFF”. Remove key 3. Lower the deck to lowest setting Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR10. Make note of hole used in sector plates Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIRSection 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR Traction drive belt replacement Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIRVIEW FROM UNDERNEATH TRACTOR 42” DECK SHOWN1. Place tractor on a firm level surface Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIRSection 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR REMOVE ADJUSTING KNOBS AND MOVE SEAT FORWARD Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIRREMOVE POSITIVE + CABLE LAST REMOVE NEGATIVE CABLE FIRST 4.5.5. BATTERY TESTING Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR2. Remove spindle pulley from spindle shaft Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIRAVAILABLE ACCESSORIES Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIRACCESSORIES AVAILABLEMODEL - LT160H42FBV SECTION 5 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSECTION 5 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MODELS - LT160H42FBV2 & LT180H48FBV2PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEPROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTIONTROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE MAINTENANCE PARTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULETRACTOR DRIVE BELTS3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PRIMARY MAINTENANCE PRIMARY MAINTENANCE PRIMARY MAINTENANCE PRIMARY MAINTENANCE SERVICE NOTES Snapper products are built using engines that meet or exceed all applicable emissions requirements on the date manufactured. The labels on those engines contain very important emissions information and critical safety warnings. Read, Understand, and Follow all warnings and instructions in this manual, the engine manual, and on the machine, engine and attachments. If you have any questions about your Snapper product, contact your local authorized Snapper dealer or contact Snapper Customer Service at Snapper, McDonough, GA. 30253. Phone Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual forLAWN TRACTOR HYDROSTATIC DRIVE ELECTRIC CLUTCH SERIES F