Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2.1 PRE-START CHECKLIST

Make the following checks and perform service as required before each start-up.

2.1.1.Check tires and add air as needed to bring

pressure to 12 P.S.I. in front tires and 12 P.S.I. in rear tires.

2.1.2.Check guards, deflectors and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tightened. If guards are missing or damaged, replace BEFORE using mower.

2.1.3.Check engine oil and add oil as needed to bring level up to, but not over, the FULL mark. Refer to

engine owner'smanual for oil specifications. See Figure 2.1.

SAFE

LEVEL

AREA

FIGURE 2,1

2.1.4.Check blade switch to ensure it moves

freely. Manually pull switch out to the "ON" position and push switch down to the "OFF" position.

2.1.6.Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck, engine

and tractor of any accumulation of dirt, grass, oil, etc. Keep engine air intake screens and cooling fins clean at all times.

2.1.6.With engine "OFF" move the tractor outside and add fuel to the fuel tank. Securely tighten fuel cap after refueling. Refer to engine owner'smanual for fuel specifications. See Figure 2.2.

2.1.7.Check Reverse Lockout Mechanism. Refer to Section "Reverse Lockout Mechanism".

FUEL TANK

TIGHTEN CAP

AFTER

FILLING TANK

FIGURE 2,2

2,2 OPERATOR'S SEAT ADJUSTMENT

2,2,1. FRONT TO REAR ADJUSTMENT

1.With the engine "OFF", raise operator's seat and loosen the two adjusting knobs on the seat support.

Lower the seat. Sit in the operator'sseat and slide the seat forward or backward until the clutchtbrake pedal

can be fully depressed comfortably. Raise seat and tighten the adjusting knobs to secure seat in position. See Figure 2.3.

LOOSEN ADJUSTING

TO ADJUST

SEAT

FIGURE 2,3

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Snapper WLT180H421BV2, LT200H481BV2 PRE-START Checklist, Operators Seat Adjustment 1. Front to Rear Adjustment

LT200H481BV2, WLT180H421BV2, WLT200H481BV2, LT180H421BV2 specifications

The Snapper LT180H421BV2, WLT200H481BV2, WLT180H421BV2, and LT200H481BV2 are versatile riding lawn mowers that cater to homeowners seeking efficient lawn care solutions. Each model is engineered with a combination of power, durability, and advanced features, making them suitable for a variety of yard sizes and terrains.

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