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Operator’s Manual
Rear Engine Riding Mower
Model No.
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Thank You for purchasing this quality-built Snapper product. We’re pleased that you placed your confidence in the Snapper brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Snapper product will provide many years of dependable service. This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with the machine and how to avoid them. This machine is designed and intended only for finish cutting of established lawns and i
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Table of Contents Operator Safety ................................................................................................4 Features and Controls ...................................................................................13 Operation ........................................................................................................14 Before Starting ...........................................................................................14 How To Adjust The Operator Seat .
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Operator Safety Operating Safety Operating Safety Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is misused, or not Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is misused, or properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember, you are responsible not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember, you are for your safety and that of those around you. responsible for your safety and that of those around you. Use Use common sense common sense, and think through what ,
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Operator Safety Slope Operation Slope Operation You could be seriously injured or even killed if you use this unit on too steep an incline. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep or where you don’t have You could be seriously injured or even killed if you use this unit on too adequate traction can cause you to lose control or roll over. steep an incline. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep or where you don’t have adequate traction can cause you to lose control or roll over. A good
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Operator Safety WARNING: This powerful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects ! that can cause injury and damage! Failure to comply with the following SAFETY instructions could result in serious injury or death to the operator or other persons. The owner of the machine must understand these instructions and must allow only persons who understand these instructions to operate machine. Each person operating the machine must be of sound mind and body
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Operator Safety 7. Remove gas-powered equipment from the vehicle or Preparation trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, 1. Read, understand, and follow instructions and warnings then refuel equipment using a portable container, rather in this manual and on the machine, engine and attach- than a gasoline dispenser nozzle. ments. Know the controls and the proper use of the 8. DO NOT start gas powered equipment in enclosed machine before starting. vehicles or trailer
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Operator Safety Towing 1. Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for 6. Always provide adequate ventilation when running towing. DO NOT attach towed equipment except at the engine. Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an hitch point. odorless and deadly poison. 2. Refer to “Towing Implements” in the Operation section 7. Disconnect negative (black) cable from battery before regarding weight limits for towed equipment and towing performing maintenance or service. Cranking engi
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THIS IS A 10 DEGREE SLOPE FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE THIS IS A 10 DEGREE SLOPE FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL NOT ACROSS HILL 10 DEGREES MAX. 10 DEGREES MAX. WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your unit up and WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your unit up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do
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Operator Safety Safety and Instructional Decals All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and instructional If any of these decals are lost or damaged, replace them at messages on your rider and mower should be carefully once. See an authorized dealer for replacements. read and obeyed. Personal bodily injury can result when These labels are easily applied and will act as a constant these instructions are not followed. The information is for visual reminder to you, and others who may use the equip- your safet
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Operator Safety Explanation of Safety Decals DANGER Amputation and thrown objects hazard Keep hands and feet away from deck. E Do not operate mower A unless discharge chute or entire grass catcher is in its proper place. 7101665 B F C D A. Read the operator’s manual before using the product. E. Keep hands and feet away / Do not operate without discharge chute or grass catcher in place. B. Do not mow when others are in the area, especially children. F. Use extreme caution when ref
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Operator Safety D E D. Cutting Height. Shows position of cutting height adjust E. Forward Speed. Shows forward speed operation (manual lever. Refer to Operation section. drive models). Refer to Operation section. F G F. Reverse Speed. Shows reverse speed operation (manual G. Transmission Release. Shows operation of transmission drive models). Refer to Operation section. release lever (hydro drive models). Refer to Operation sec- tion. ! ! WARNING Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessa
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Features and Controls IMPORTANT The figures and illustrations in this manual are provided for reference only and may differ from your specific model. Contact your dealer if you have questions. A N B M C D L E F K G J H I P O J. Ignition Switch - starts engine Features and Controls K. Transmission Release Lever (hidden from view; A. Operator Seat hydro drive models) - releases transmission so B. Steering Wheel - controls direction of unit unit can roll freely C. Engine Speed Control (hid
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Operation Before Starting Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up: 1. Check the tire pressure; add or release air as need- ed. Refer to “How To Check Tire Pressure” in the Maintenance section. 2. Check guards, deflectors and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tightened. 3. Check engine oil and add oil as needed. Refer to “How To Check/Add Oil”. * Below 40°F (4°C) the use of SAE 30 will result in hard starting. 4. Add fuel to the fu
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Operation Fuel Recommendations A Fuel must meet these requirements: • Clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline. • A minimum of 87 octane/87 AKI (91 RON). High altitude use, see below. • Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) is accept- able. NOTICE: Do not use unapproved gasolines, such as E15 B and E85. Do not mix oil in gasoline or modify the engine to run on alternate fuels. This will damage the engine compo- nents and void the engine warranty. To protect the fuel system from gum formation, m
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Operation NOTE: If after 5 seconds of cranking the engine does not How To Start The Engine start, release the key, make sure the Clutch/Brake Pedal is fully depressed, and attempt starting again after waiting for WARNING approximately 20 seconds. POISONOUS GAS HAZARD. Engine exhaust contains carbon 7. After the engine starts, move the engine speed control to monoxide, a poisonous gas that could kill you in minutes. You the FAST position (if equipped with choke) and allow a CANNOT see it,
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Operation NOTICE: If the transmission is moved into reverse while the How To Engage The Mower Blade mower blade is engaged, the engine will shut off. If mowing 1. Start the engine. in reverse is necessary, refer to “Reverse Mowing Option 2. Move the blade control (A, Figure 8) to the ON position. (RMO)”. ! ! WARNING LOOK and SEE behind and down for children, pets and hazards before and while backing. A A Figure 8: Engaging the blade control How To Engage The Transmission Manual Drive Model
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Operation ! ! WARNING DO NOT leave the machine with the engine running. STOP Blade. STOP engine. Shift to neutral and engage parking brake. Remove key. A How To Stop The Engine, Transmission And Mower Blade Engine 1. Stop the engine by turning the ignition key (A, Figure 12) to the OFF position. 2. Remove the key. Figure 14: Ground speed pedals (hydro drive models) A Mower Blade 1. Stop the mower blade by moving the blade control (A, Figure 15) to the OFF position. A Figure 12: Turning ign
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Operation How To Set The Parking Brake Reverse Mowing Option (RMO) 1. Fully depress the clutch/brake pedal (A, Figure 16). ! 2. Slide the parking brake (B) up and hold while releasing ! WARNING the clutch/brake pedal. The parking brake is now set. Mowing in reverse can be hazardous to bystanders. Tragic 3. To release the parking brake, fully depress the clutch/ accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the pres- brake pedal. The parking brake will release automati- ence of children.
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Operation How To Push The Unit By Hand ! WARNING ! Manual Drive Models: The mulching cover must remain on the machine at all 1. Make sure the unit is parked on a flat, even surface. times. Do not remove. 2. Make sure the transmission shift lever is in the Neutral (N) position. Refer to “How To Engage the 2. Raise the mulching cover. Replace the washer and Transmission”. wing nut onto the retaining bolt in the deck, tightening 3. Release the parking brake, if set. Refer to “How To Set sec
