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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
DO NOT leave machine with the engine running.
Stop engine. Stop blade. Shift to neutral. Engage
parking brake. Remove key.
2.4 STOPPING - ENGINE, WHEEL DRIVE, BLADE
2.4.1. ENGINE
1. Stop engine by turning key to the “OFF” position.
See Figure 2.13.
FIGURE 2.13
2.4.2. WHEEL DRIVE
1. Stop motion of Rear Engine Rider by pushing
clutch/brake pedal all the way “DOWN” to apply
brake. See Figure 2.14.
WARNING
Once blade is disengaged, it should come to a
complete stop in 3 seconds or less. If the blade
continues to rotate after 3 seconds, the blade brake
must be adjusted. Refer to Section “BLADE BRAKE
ADJUSTMENT” for adjustment procedures or return
machine to an authorized SNAPPER dealer for
adjustment. DO NOT CONTINUE to operate machine
until blade brake is adjusted and functioning
properly.
2.4.3. MOWER BLADE
1. Stop mower blade by releasing blade pedals or
moving blade lever rearward to the “OFF” position.
See Figure 2.15.
FIGURE 2.14
FIGURE 2.15
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TURN TO
“OFF”
POSITION
KEY
CLUTCH/BRAKE
PEDAL
PARK BRAKE
LATCH SHOWN
ENGAGED
BLADE LEVER
(SHOWN IN “OFF”
POSITION)
BLADE
PEDALS