SECTION 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

3.4 PRE-START CHECK LIST

Make the following checks and perform the services as required before each start-up:

1.If required, make cutting height adjustments. Refer to Section “CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT”..

2.Check tires and add air as needed to bring pressure to 25 psi in front and 12-15 psi in rear tires.

3.Check Guards, Deflector, and Belt Covers to make sure all are in place and secure.

4.Check Condition of Cutter Deck Belt(s). If dam- aged, replace with original part. Refer to Section

“CUTTER DECK BELT REMOVAL”.

5.Clean Interior and Exterior Surfaces of cutting deck and clean Engine of any accumulation of dirt, grass, oil, etc. Keep Engine air intake screens and cooling fins clear at all times.

6.Check Engine Oil and add oil as needed to bring level up to (but not over) the FULL mark. (Refer to Engine manual for oil specifications).

7.Add Fuel to tank after pushing the Mower outside where fumes can be dissipated. Make sure Fuel Tank Cap is tightened after refueling. (Refer to Engine manual for fuel specifications).

NOTE: DO NOT add fuel while engine is running. Use fresh, clean, lead-free gasoline. DO NOT use gasoline that has been stored for long periods. Leaded gasoline or gasohol is NOT recommended.

3.5 STARTING & OPERATING

3.5.1. ENGINE: START ENGINE AS FOLLOWS:

1.Turn Fuel Shut-Off Valve ON. See Figure 3.3.

2.Pull both Traction Levers toward the Handle while pulling Traction Lock Levers rearward until BOTH traction levers are LOCKED in the Brake Locked position. See Figure 3.3.

RIGHT HAND

TRACTION

LEVER

TRACTION LOCK

LEVER SHOWN IN

BRAKE LOCKED

POSITION

FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE SHOWN IN CLOSED POSITION (ROTATE HANDLE 90 DEGREES TO OPEN)

FIGURE 3.3

3. Place Transmission Shift Lever in NEUTRAL(N) position. See Figure 3.4.

TRANSMISSION

SHIFT LEVER

FIGURE 3.4

4.PISTOL GRIP - Pull Blade Clutch Switch backward to the OFF position. See Figure 3.5.

BLADE CLUTCH

SWITCH

SHOWN IN OFF

POSITION

FIGURE 3.5

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Snapper SPE1250K, SPE140KW, SPE150KH, SPE361, SPE481 PRE-START Check List, Starting & Operating
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SPE1250KW, SPE140KW, SPE150KH, SPE360, SPE480, SPE1250K, SPE140KW, SPE150KH, SPE361, SPE481 specifications

The Snapper SPE series is a renowned collection of outdoor power equipment that offers exceptional performance, innovative features, and user-friendly design. Among the most notable models in this series are the SPE1250K, SPE140KW, SPE150KH, SPE361, SPE481, SPE1250KW, SPE140KW, SPE150KH, SPE360, and SPE480. Each of these models showcases Snapper's commitment to quality and efficiency, making them popular choices for both residential and commercial use.

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