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Snapper SPE361 Lawn Mower User Manual

1. Clean Vent or install new Gas Cap Power Air Filter dirty Clean or install new Air Filter Spark Plug not gapped correctly and set Spark Plug gap E Spark dMStall new Spark Plug Engine SparlcPl g eue darte edi P ta Install new Spark Plug Runs Spark Plug not gapped 2 Clean and set Spark Plug gap Erratically Fuel Filter plugged Replace Fuel Filter Engine Dirty Air EE NE e etaed Clean or replace Filter Idles Poorly Fuel Filter 00 Replace Fuel Filter Engine Engine Oil low in 2 Oil Overheats Engine Cooling Fins Clean Engine Cooling Fins Machine Blade Mounting Bolts loose m Tighten Blade Mounting Bolts Vibrates Blade out Sharpen and balance Blade Excessive Engine Mounting Bolts Tighten Mounting Bolts Damaged or Severed Belt sess Replace Belt Engine Mowing grass Ad
2. 5 22 SECTION 7 MOWER ATTACHMENT SERVICE 23 25 Transmission Belt Removal Installation 23 Traction Belt Removal Installation 23 Cutter Deck Belt Removal Installation 23 Cutting Blade Service Removal Sharpening Balancing amp Replacement 24 Mower Spindles Field Serviceable Spindles Bearing Replacement 25 SECTION 8 ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC 26 WARRANDY 27 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE 28 31 SECTION 1 FAMILIARIZATION KEY TRACTION OPERATOR S SWITCH LOCK PRESENCE R H TRACTION LEVER L H TRACTION LEVER ENGINE SPEED CONTROL STARTER ROPE MUFFLER DECK 36 SHOWN DECK COVER COVER RETAINING KNOBS FRONT TIRES DECK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT SPACERS wie TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER FUEL CAP SNAPPER AIR FILTER 1 CY BELT COVER OIL DIPSTICK REAR TIRES DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR CASTER WHEEL ASSEMBLY FIGURE 1 1 1 2 NOMENCLATURE It is recommended that all operator s of this equipment become thoroughly familiar with the controls components and operation of this machine before operating Specific details involving the engine are found in
3. e FROM SPINDLE mo BOLT FIGURE 7 7 2 Remove spindle pulley from spindle shaft 3 Locate circular retaining ring on spindle shaft at top bearing Remove retaining ring Allow spindle shaft to drop out of housing 4 Top and bottom bearings are now removable Pull out on inner race to slide bearing from housing See Figure 7 8 RETAINING RING 9 BEARING BEARING SEAL UP SPINDLE 9 HOUSING INNER RACE 1 BEARING SEAL seann e i DOWN En SPINDLE e i SHAFT i FIGURE 7 8 25 SECTION 8 ELECTRICAL ELECTRIC CLUTCH YELLOW ENGINE 15A FUSE SED IGNITION GREEN BLADE SWITCH RED RED RED BLACK YELLOW OPC SWITCH RED YELLOW TRANSMISSION SWITCH BLACK FIGURE 8 1 BLACK 26 SNAPPER 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For two 2 years from purchase date for the original purchaser s use SNAPPER through any authorized SNAPPER dealer will replace free of charge except for taxes where applicable any part or parts found upon examination by the factory at McDonough Georgia to be defective in material or workmanship or both SNAPPER FIELD SERVICEABLE SPINDLES and their components used on SNAPPER PRO Mid Size walks SNAPPERZRIDER ride on commercial equipment have a three 3 year limited warranty against defects in material or workmanship or both All transportation costs incurred
4. UNLOCKED TRACTION TRACTION LOCK READ OPERATOR S MANUAL BEFORE TRACTION LOCK LEVER USE LOCK TRACTION OPERATING MACHINE LEVERS IN THE TRACTION LOCKED POSITION SECTION 2 SAFETY MESSAGES AND SYMBOLS AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH READ UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN OPERATORS MANUAL AND ON MACHINE THIS MACHINE IS DESIGNED FOR PROFESSIONAL USERS DO NOT OPERATE UNTIL THOROUGHLY TRAINED AND FAMILIAR WITH ALL CONTROLS AND PROPER USE OF THIS MACHINE PRACTICE OPERATION WITH BLADES OFF IN OPEN FLAT AREA DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT GUARDS OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER IN PLACE DO NOT BYPASS OR DISABLE ANY SAFETY DEVICES OPERATOR PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED SAFETY GLASSES LONG PANTS AND SUBSTANTIAL FOOT WEAR DO NOT LEAVE OPERATORS POSITION WITH ENGINE RUNNING STOP BLADES STOP ENGINE REMOVE KEY DO NOT REFUEL WITH ENGINE RUNNING OR HOT ADD FUEL ONLY WHEN ENGINE IS COOL AND WITH MACHINE IN AN OPEN AREA DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN OR OTHERS IN MOWING AREA WHEN MACHINE IS OPERATED EVEN WITH BLADES OFF DO NOT PARK MACHINE ON SLOPES DO NOT OPERATE BLADES WITH MACHINE IN REVERSE OPERATION BEFORE STARTING CHECK THE FOLLOWING BLADE CLUTCH SWITCH OFF TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER IN NEUTRAL TRACTION LEVERS LOCKED IN TRACTION LOCKED POSITION SET THROTTLE TO HIGH SPEED CHOKE MAY REQUIRED TURN KEY TO RUN START ENGINE DEPRESS OPC SAFETY LEVER 5 TO MOW
5. Out of Spring in Shifter Fork weak or broken SERVICE amp LUBRICATION HOURS PROCEDURE COMMENTS BREAK IN oris Check all Grease Points and add if necessary wand Check all Fasteners for proper tightness M Change Engine Oil and Filter at 5 hours See Engine Manual DAILY 7 Check Engine Oil eene Change Oil if extreme dusty conditions ppm EUER Clean Air Filter 22 2 4 often if needed Clean Air Intake Remove Debris from under Belt Cover often if needed E Mor Sharpen Cutter Tighten to 60 75 Ft Lbs 2 Grease Cutter Spindle Bearings Use Chevron SRI Grease or equal gos argh ts waa MEL CATR En M NLGI No 2 EE Inspect Interlock Switches for Damage Replace if Needed Inspect Belts for Wear if Needed m Inspect for proper steering stopping WEEKLY onn Check Tire 4 4 Add or Adjust as
6. SECTION 7 MOWER ATTACHMENT SERVICE 5 Thoroughly clean all parts removing all old contaminated grease 6 Install new bottom bearing first NOTE The bearing is sealed shielded on one side only The bottom bearing must be installed with the sealed shielded side DOWN 7 Insert spindle shaft up through the bottom bearing Slide spacer down over spindle shaft 8 Install new top bearing Install the top bearing with the seal shield UP 9 Slide circular retaining ring down spindle shaft until it fully locks into groove on shaft 10 Place spindle pulley and spacer on top of spindle shaft 11 Reinstall blade bolt washer blade and four spacers 12 Torque blade bolt and nut to 60 to 75 ft Ibs IMPORTANT Spindle housing must be filled with grease before operating mower Failure to fill housing will cause premature bearing failure 13 Pump grease into spindle housing until grease purges from vent on housing 14 After the first 5 hours of operation grease spindle housing to insure it is full then every 25 hours 7 5 MOWER SPINDLES Field Serviceable Spindles BEARING REPLACEMENT In the event that a spindle bearing requires replacement the SNAPPER Field Serviceable Spindles have been designed so that no special tools or presses are required 1 Remove belt Loosen blade nut and remove Allow blade bolt washer blade and four spacers to drop down out of the spindle housing See Figure 7 7 REMOVE NUT REMOVE BELT
7. 11 ADJUSTING BLADE ON CUTTER SPINDLE To change cutting height of Blades move the Spacers from under the Cutter Housing to above the Cutter Housing Pulley Each Spacer moved above the Cutter Housing Pulley will provide an additional 1 4 of cutting height DO NOT put any Spacers below Blade See Figure 3 12 AIR LIFT HEIGHT ADJUSTING SPACERS BEVEL WASHER BLADE MOUNTING BOLT BLADE TIGHTEN TO 60 75 FOOT POUNDS FIGURE 3 12 NOTE Changing cutting height of blades does not change the deck ground clearance f an undesirable cutting pattern results then cutting height adjustment must be made by adjusting mower deck height and caster wheels Install Blades Air Lift Up with retaining hardware as shown below and tighten to 60 to 75 ft Ibs of torque See Figure 3 13 Continued on Next Page 16 3 9 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Fixed Decks Mower has three methods of adjusting cutting height 1 Moving position of BLADE on cutter spindle shaft 2 Moving position of CASTER WHEEL on support 3 Moving position of MOWER DECK on power unit A WARNING A DO NOT attempt any maintenance adjustments or service with the engine running Stop engine Stop blades Lock Traction Levers Remove key Disconnect spark plug wires from spark plugs and secure wires away from spark plugs Engine and components are HOT Avoid serious burns by allowing all parts to cool before working on machine 3 10 ADJUSTING CASTE
8. Air Is also needed to keep your engine cool Dirt dust amp debris bulld up to restrict and clog cooling alr intake screens and fins Clean screens and fins at frequent intervals The engine blower housing and shrouds should Ri be removed at least once n each season more often 3 under dry dusty conditions e Tor a thorough cleaning of ns Generally wash foam type filters in a dishwashing detergent and water solution Rinse and wring dry then saturate with oil and squeeze out excess Failure to re oil this type filler will ruin the engine Failure to keep external surfaces clean not only presents fire hazards but causes overheating and resulting engine damages such as distorted valve guides Sticking valves scuffed scored cylinder walis overspeeding loss of power complete failure of engine Clean paper elements by tapping lightly Blowing with air will rupture paper elements damaged in any way Dirt can also be introduced into an engine In dirty fuel from a contaminated container Always use clean fresh fuel from a clean container to guard against dirt sludge and water contamination Be aware that fuel breaks ee down storage and forms An engine must also have proper lubrication NOX gummy compounds which Ail engines use some oll On 4 cycle engines will block carburetor pass CHECK OIL LEVEL BEFORE EACH START UP ages Never use
9. N 5 To START MACHINE MOVEMENT simultaneously TRANSMISSION LEVER squeeze both Traction Levers firmly against the SHOWN IN REVERSE handle allowing the Traction Lock to move to the FIGURE 3 7 Unlocked position See Figure 3 7 6 Using caution simultaneously and slowly release both Traction Levers allowing machine to start rearward movement 7T TO STOP MACHINE Simultaneously squeeze both Traction Levers firmly against the handle while pushing the Traction Lock forward Lock both Traction Levers in the Traction Locked position 14 SECTION 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2 With machine in Forward motion gradually squeeze A WARNING A the left hand traction lever The machine will turn to the Brakes require maintenance Inspect for proper left Operation before operating machine Refer to Section ADJUSTMENTS STEERING AND TRACTION LEVER POSITION BRAKES LEFT HAND BRAKING WITH RIGHT HAND 3 6 TRACTION LOCK OPERATION RELEASED TURNS UNIT 1 To Lock the Traction Levers simultaneously 872 THE LEFT squeeze both Traction Levers toward the handle 2 Using right thumb push Traction Lock forward to gt the Locked position and hold Make sure that the SHAREPOSINON Traction Lock has fully engaged both Traction Levers See Figure 3 2 and 3 8 3 Carefully and slowly release both Traction Levers Remove thumb from Traction Lock 4 To Unlock the Traction Levers simultaneously squeeze both Traction L
10. Stopping 11 Pre Start Checklist inei n aiu cete deii ates 11 Starting Operating 11 14 Reverse 14 Traction Lock Operation 15 D ehdlgr 15 15 Cutting Height Adjustment Fixed Decks 16 Adjusting Caster Wheels 16 Adjusting Blade on Cutter Spindle 16 Adjusting Fixed Deck Attachment eese 17 SECTION 4 TROUBLESHOOTING 18 19 18 Mower Troubleshooting 18 19 Transmission Troubleshooting 19 19 SECTION 5 ADJUSTMENTS 5422 20 21 Steering and Brakes cene tein rentrer irn envoi t 20 Traction Levers amp Hods 1 Leere rent reir 20 Handle Height ee 21 Transmission Shift Lever Adjustment eese nennen 21 SECTION 6 POWER UNIT SERVICE 22 Replacement Parts uiecie retos ertet 22 22 General Transmission Servicing 77 77 0 22
11. corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision DO NOT operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs After striking a foreign object or if the mower vibrates abnormally STOP the blades and engine Remove the key Disconnect and secure the spark plug wire Inspect the mower for any damage and repair the damage DO NOT operate machine near drop offs ditches embankments washouts culverts fences and protruding objects STAY ALERT for holes and other hidden hazards Tall grass can hide obstacles DO NOT operate machine on wet grass Always be sure of your footing while operating machine especially while backing up Keep a firm grip on the handle Walk never run Slipping and falling could cause injury DO NOT leave the machine with the engine running STOP BLADES STOP ENGINE and REMOVE KEY before leaving the operator position for any reason 1 oon 10 11 A IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE Continued From Previous Page 7 Disconnect battery before performing maintenance or service Cranking engine could cause injury Disconnect negative black cable from battery first and positive red last Reconnect positive first and negative last Charge battery in an open well ventilated area free from spark and flames Unplug charger before connecting or disconnecting from battery Wear protective clothing and insulated gloves 8 Park machine on level ground DO NOT work
12. instructions to operate machine Each person operating the machine must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any substance which might impair vision dexterity or judgment If you have any questions pertaining to your machine which your dealer cannot answer to your satisfaction call or write the Customer Service Department at SNAPPER McDonough Georgia 30253 Phone 1 800 935 2967 PREPARATION Read understand and follow instructions and warnings in this manual and on the machine engine and attachments Know the controls and the proper use of the machine before starting If the operators or mechanics cannot read English it is the owner s responsibility to explain this material to them Only mature responsible persons shall operate the machine and only after proper instruction The owner is responsible for training the operators Further the owner operator can prevent and or is responsible for accidents or injuries occurring to themselves other people or property Data indicates that operators age 60 and above are involved in a large percentage of mower related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury Handle fuel with extra care Fuels are flammable and vapors are explosive Use only an approved fuel container DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with engine running Add fuel outdoors only with engine
13. required Check Safety Interlock System Inspect OPC Switch for proper Operation Lube Traction Drive Levers One Shot General Purpose Grease Inspect Traction Lock for Wear Replace if Worn Change Engine Oil and Filter often if needed Replace Air often if needed Grease Caster Wheel Bearings General Purpose Grease Grease Caster Support Arms General Purpose Grease Grease Traction Wheels Purpose Grease Grease Idler Arm Pivots on Cutter Deck General Purpose Grease X n Fuel Filter aaeeea Heplace with SNAPPER 1 4359 1 Grease Traction Idler Pulley Located on the Underside of Power General Purpose Grease Clean and Adjust Spark Plugs See Engine Manual Lube Controls and Linkages Medium Duty Oil 19 5 If adjustment is required use the threade
14. retaining belt cover Remove belt cover See Figure 7 2 2 Remove Traction Belt from Wheel Pulley first by running Belt off as Wheel is turned Remove belt from Transmission output Pulley next 3 Lay Traction Belt flat on ground around tire and roll Mower Wheel over Traction Belt removing Traction Belt from machine 7 22 TRACTION BELT INSTALLATION 1 STOP ENGINE Lay new Traction Belt part number 4 6240 flat on ground in front of Traction Wheel Roll Traction Wheel over Traction Belt until wheel is in middle of belt SECTION 7 MOWER ATTACHMENT SERVICE 4 WARNING Blades extremely sharp and can cause severe injury Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around blades DO NOT use a blade that is excessively worn or damaged BLADE TIP 27 1 64 ORIGINAL CUTTING EDGE FIGURE 7 5 NOTE When sharpening Blades leave 1 64 untouched Razor sharp Blades dull quicker and damage easier Commercial balancers are available and should be used in accordance with the manufacturers instructions 8 Install Blade Mounting Bolt with spacers and Blade into spindle 9 Install an equal amount of Blade Spacers onto each blade mounting bolt 10 Install the Blade Mounting Nut on each Blade Mounting Bolt See Figure 7 6 11 Torque each Blade Mounting Bolt and Nut to 60 to 75 ft lbs of torque f AIR LIFT HEIGHT ADJUSTING SPACERS BEVEL WASHER BLADE MOUNTING BOLT
15. stopped and cool Clean spilled fuel from machine DO NOT smoke Practice operation of machine with BLADES OFF to learn controls and develop skills Check the area to be mowed and remove all objects such as toys wire rocks limbs and other objects that could cause injury if thrown by blade or interfere with mowing Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and attachments are needed to properly and safely perform the job Only use accessories and attachments approved by SNAPPER Keep people and pets out of mowing area Immediately STOP blades STOP engine and Stop machine if anyone enters the area DO NOT operate machine unless all shields deflectors switches blade controls and other safety devices are in place and functioning properly Make sure all safety decals are clearly legible Replace if damaged 1 10 PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them KEEP children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult DO NOT allow children in yard when machine is operated even with the blades OFF DO NOT allow children or others to ride on machine or on attachments even with the blades OFF They may fall and be seriously injured DO NOT allow pre teenage children to operate or service
16. the machine Local regulations restrict the age of the operator ALLOW only adults or responsible teenagers with mature judgment under close adult supervision to operate machine DO NOT operate blades in reverse STOP BLADES LOOK and SEE behind and down for children pets and hazards before and while backing USE EXTRA CARE when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision 1 2 3 SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which can result in severe injury All slopes require extra caution and slow speed If you feel uneasy on a slope DO NOT mow it Mow across slopes never up and down Exercise extreme CAUTION when changing directions on slopes Practice operation of machine on slopes with blades off Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments these affect the handling and the stability of the machine DO NOT use tow behind attachments on slopes AVOID uphill starts Turf conditions can affect the machine s stability DO NOT operate machine under any condition where traction steering or stability is doubtful 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPERATION Continued From Previous Column 10 Before cleaning repairing or inspecting make certain blades engine and all moving parts have STOPPED Remove key and secure spark plug wire away from spark plug key to prevent accidental starting 11 STOP M
17. the separate engine owner s manual Study these manuals before operating and keep both handy for future reference For the nearest SNAPPER dealer in your area check the yellow pages under the heading LAWN MOWERS For engine parts and service look for the engine manufacturers dealers under the heading ENGINES gasoline 1 1 INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared for the operator s of the SNAPPER PRO GEAR WALK BEHIND MOWER lts purpose aside from recommending standard operating procedures and routine service requirements is to promote SAFETY through the use of accepted operating practices Read Understand and Follow the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on Pages 2 thru 4 of this manual and All SAFETY messages on the PRO GEAR WALK BEHIND MOWER and its attachments before operating SNAPPER recommends returning the MACHINE to an authorized SNAPPER dealer annually for inspection and addition of any new devices which might upgrade the safety of the mower SECTION 2 SAFETY MESSAGES AND SYMBOLS gt FAST LEFT TURN ENGINE d SPEED CONTROL LEFT TRACTION LEVER SQUEEZE FOR LEFT TURN BRAKE TRACTION LEVER SLOW FASTEST FORWARD SPEEDS 18 SLOWEST ronwanpb m RIGHT TRACTION LEVER SQUEEZE FOR RIGHT TURN BRAKE NEUTRAL TRACTION LEVER ENGINE STOP LOCKED BEFORE OPERATING READ OPERATORS MANUAL AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PN
18. under machine without safety blocks 9 Service engine and clean adjust or repair only when engine and blades are stopped Remove key Remove spark plug wire s from spark plug s and secure wire s away from spark plug s 10 DO NOT change engine governor speed settings or overspeed engine DO NOT make adjustments with the engine running 11 Lubricate machine at intervals specified in manual to prevent controls from binding 12 Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blades or wear heavy leather gloves and use CAUTION when handling them DO NOT straighten or weld blades only replace them 13 DO NOT test for spark by grounding spark plug next to spark plug hole spark plug could ignite gas exiting engine 14 Carefully release pressure from components with stored energy 15 Have machine serviced by an authorized SNAPPER dealer at least once a year and have the dealer install any new safety devices DO NOT allow untrained personnel to service the machine 16 Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts assure that original standards maintained TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 4 0 7 7 24 TABLE OF 5 SECTION 6 SECTION 2 SAFETY MESSAGES amp SYMBOLS 7 nnne nnn nnns 7 9 60 10 SECTION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 11 17 Before Operating eer rie 11
19. ACHINE on level ground engage parking brake if equipped and make sure engine and blades have stopped before leaving the operator s position for any reason including removing grass catcher or unclogging mower to prevent injury to hands or feet 12 Blades must be OFF except when cutting grass Set blades in highest position when mowing over rough ground 13 Keep hands and feet away from rotating blades underneath deck 14 DO NOT operate machine without entire grass catcher or guards in place DO NOT point discharge at people passing cars windows or doors 15 Slow down before turning 16 Watch out for traffic when near or crossing roadways 17 Move motion control levers SLOWLY to maintain control during speed and directional changes 18 DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide a deadly poison MAINTENANCE Shut off fuel while storing or transporting DO NOT store machine or fuel container inside where fumes may reach an open flame spark or pilot light such as in a water heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliance Allow engine to cool before storing machine in an enclosure Store fuel container out of the reach of children in a well ventilated unoccupied building Clean grass and debris from engine mufflers drives and cutting units to help prevent fires Clean up fuel oil and excess grease When draining fuel tank drain fuel into an approved container outdoo
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21. BLADE TIGHTEN TO 60 75 FOOT POUNDS FIGURE 7 6 24 7 4 CUTTING BLADE SERVICE Check blades after each use for signs of excessive wear and damage See Figure 7 4 for blade wear limits Mo NEW BLADE N e WEAR LIMIT NOTCH STARTS DANGEROUS CONDITION DO NOT USE ON MOWER REPLACE WITH NEW BLADE FIGURE 7 4 1 Use the following chart for ordering replacement Blades for the 36 amp 48 Mowing Decks STANDARD REPLACEMENT BLADES 36 DECK 48 DECK 29246 2 9247 7 4 1 BLADE REMOVAL AND SHARPENING 1 Place the mower on a smooth level surface turn engine OFF remove key disconnect Spark Plug Wire from Spark Plug and secure Wire away from Plug 2 Remove blades IMPORTANT Note the number of blade spacers that are under the Blade Mounting Nuts and on the Spindle side of the Blade 3 Clean and inspect each Blade for excessive wear and damage See Figure 7 4 4 Refer to the STANDARD REPLACEMENT BLADE chart above for correct SNAPPER Replacement Blades 5 Should Blades be in acceptable condition sharpen at 22 to 28 degrees DO NOT sharpen beyond original cutting edge See Figure 7 5 6 Balance each Blade after sharpening by grinding metal from the heavy end of the Blade 7 Place the Blade mounting bolt through bevel washer and into Blade and place Blade Spacers over Bolt Make certain each Blade is installed with the same amount of Spacers
22. FLIP BLADE CLUTCH SWITCH TO ON MOVE TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER TO A SLOW SPEED SQUEEZE BOTH TRACTION LEVERS TO RELEASE TRACTION LOCK S SLOWLY RELEASE BOTH TRACTION LEVERS TO MOVE FORWARD TO SHIFT INTO REVERSE STOP MACHINE LOCK TRACTION LEVERS IDLE ENGINE SHIFT REV CAREFULLY RELEASE BOTH TRACTION LEVERS THE SAME WAY WHEN STARTING OR STOPPING MACHINE MOTION STOPPING MOWER SQUEEZE BOTH TRACTION LEVERS TOWARDS HANDLE AND SET TRACTION LOCK S SWITCH OFF BLADE CLUTCH SWITCH MOVE THROTTLE TO IDLE POSITION TURN KEY STOP POSITION REMOVE IGNITION KEY WHEN LEAVING MACHINE TO OBTAIN OPERATOR S MANUAL amp SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CONTACT SNAPPER DEALER OR WRITE SNAPPER POWER EQUIPMENT 0 BOX 777 MCDONOUGH 30253 USA IMPORTANT SAFETY AND OPERATING INSRUCTIONS SECTION 2 SAFETY MESSAGES AND SYMBOLS cae s LR PE EE KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY DO NOT OPERATE MOWER UNLESS GUARDS OR THE ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE ASSEMBLE CHUTE DEFLECTOR TO THIS UNIT BEFORE OPERATING DANGER ROTATING BLADES KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY KEEP CHILDREN AND OTHERS OUT OF THE MOWING AREA DAN G E R DO NOT operate the Snapper Pro Express SPE Series mower decks with any KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY Snapper Pro Hydro SPLH series Power Units without first installing the Front Weight Ballast kit DO NOT operate the Snapper Pro Express SPE Series mower decks on any
23. IGURE 7 2 7 3 CUTTER DECK BELT REMOVAL amp INSTALLATION 1 Remove mower deck belt cover 2 Remove idler spring and swing idler away from belt 3 Remove old belt from spindle pulleys and electric clutch pulley 4 Route new belt part number 3 5710 for 36 Deck amp 2 9261 for 48 Deck around spindle pulleys NOTE 36 Deck Belt also connects to electric clutch 5 Move idler to belt and re attach tension spring 48 Deck to electric clutch belt use 2 9262 36 DECK SHOWN ELECRTIC CLUTCH 7 1 TRANSMISSION BELT REMOVAL REPLACEMENT Should it become necessary to replace the transmission drive belt contact an authorized SNAPPER Dealer for service A WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance adjustments or service with the engine running Stop engine Stop blades Lock Traction Levers Remove key Disconnect spark plug wires from spark plugs and secure wires away from spark plugs Engine and components are HOT Avoid serious burns allow all parts sufficient time to cool before working on machine 1 Disconnect idler arm spring 2 Remove existing belt Replace with new belt part no 2 9118 3 Reconnect idler arm spring See Figure 7 1 TRANSMISSION IDLER BELT ARM C SPRING gt gt 6 ELECTRIC CLUTCH 6 o e SHOWN FROM UNDERNEATH FIGURE 7 1 7 2 TRACTION BELT REMOVAL amp REPLACEMENT 7 2 4 TRACTION BELT REMOVAL 1 STOP ENGINE Remove two wing nuts
24. N TRACTION FIGURE 3 4 LOCKED POSITION FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE SHOWN IN OPEN POSITION ROTATE HANDLE 90 IMPORTANT DO NOT jerk the engine recoil starter handle or allow it to snap back NOTE Engine will not start unless the transmission is in NEUTRAL position and Blade Clutch Switch is in OFF DEGREES TO CLOSE position FIGURE 3 2 7 Pull Engine Recoil Starter Handle If the engine starts move engine speed control back to the FAST position If the engine made a firing sound TRANSMISSION but did not start move engine speed control back to the FAST position and pull the engine recoil starter again and the engine should start 8 Depress Operator s Presence Control OPC against handle See Figure 3 5 9 Place Transmission Shift Lever in No 1 position first gear See Figure 3 3 10 To engage the blades pull out and up on Blade Clutch Switch moving it to ON position See Figure 3 4 SHIFT LEVER NOTE Releasing the Operators Presence Control OPC while Transmission is in GEAR and or Blades ON will Ground the Ignition Circuit and cause the Engine to STOP allowing the Machine to travel only a few feet before coming to a complete STOP FIGURE 3 3 12 SECTION 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 12 The machine is TURNED by squeezing either the left or right Traction Lever Squeezing the control declutches the drive belt and applies a brake Turn left by squeezing the left Traction Lever or turn right by squeez
25. NE MOVEMENT squeeze both Traction Levers firmly against the handlebar allowing the Traction Lock to move to the Unlocked position Using caution slowly and simultaneously allow both Traction Levers to move forward The machine will begin to move forward IMPORTANT Always STOP machine movement and Lock both Traction Levers before changing to a different ground speed Transmission damage could result if ground speed is changed when machine is moving A WARNING During initial training time with machine it is advised that the operator s practice all mower movements while operating the mower with the transmission shift lever in no 1 first gear travel speed position and blade clutch switch in off position DO NOT make sharp turns at high speeds SECTION 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING A TRACTION LOCK TRACTION LEVERS ALLOWING DO NOT operate blades in reverse Stop blades UNLOCKED REARWARD MOVEMENT LOOK and SEE behind and down for children pets and hazards before and while backing Engine speed must be set to SLOW before operating in reverse 3 5 REVERSE OPERATION 1 To REVERSE DIRECTION OF MACHINE STOP Machine and lock Traction Levers in the Traction Locked position 2 Pull Blade Clutch Switch rearward to the OFF position Move Engine Speed Control Lever to IDLE 3 Move Transmission Shift Lever to REVERSE R position 4 Hold Operators Presence Control OPC against handlebar
26. R WHEELS The Caster Wheel Assembly has four 4 1 2 and one 1 1 4 thick spacer The 1 4 thick spacer always stays on the stop side of the caster support tube The 1 2 thick spacers are used to adjust the cutting height When placed above or below Caster Support Tube they raise or lower cutting height in 1 2 increments thus providing a Quick Adjust method The deck mounting has to be changed to correspond to the caster repositioning Refer to Section ADJUSTING FIXED DECK ATTACHMENT 1 Remove Retainer Pin from Caster Shaft See Figure 3 10 CASTER SUPPORT RETAINER PIN FIGURE 3 10 2 Lift Caster Support while adding or removing bottom spacer See Figure 3 11 NOTE Remove or add spacers by rotating slots to align with flat area on caster shaft SECTION 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3 11 ADJUSTING BLADE ON CUTTER SPINDLE Continued CUTTER SPACERS HOUSING ON TOP PULLEY CUTTER HOUSING BLADE SPACERS ON BOTTOM SPACERS FIGURE 3 13 3 12 ADJUSTING FIXED DECK ATTACHMENT The mower deck has four different positions for attaching it to the power unit The lowest setting provides a cutting height range of 1 1 2 to 2 1 2 the middle low cut is 2 1 4 to 3 1 4 the middle high cut is 3 to 4 and highest FIGURE 3 14D HIGH CUT 3 3 4 TO 4 3 4 cut is 3 3 4 to 4 3 4 Make sure the spacers on the caster wheels are moved up or down as shown to correspond w
27. STOP the Traction Wheel Drives Mower Blades and Engine in preparation for possible emergencies 3 2 STOPPING MACHINE To STOP forward or reverse motion firmly squeeze both Traction Levers towards the handle and hold Using your right thumb push Traction Lock forward to the Locked position and hold See Figure 3 1 Make sure that the Traction Lock has fully engaged both the right and left Traction Levers Release Traction Levers slowly and with caution Remove thumb from Traction Lock Move Transmission Shift Lever to Neutral Move Blade Clutch Switch down to the OFF position See Figure 3 1 Move Engine Speed Control Lever to SLOW turtle position See Figure 3 1 STOP ENGINE by turning Key Switch to Stop position Remove key See Figure 3 1 ENGINE RIGHT HAND TRACTION CONTROL LEVER BLADE CLUTCH SWITCH SHOWN IN OFF POSITION KEY SWITCH SHOWN IN STOP POSITION TRACTION LOCK SHOWN IN TRACTION LOCKED POSITION FIGURE 3 1 WARNING 1 4 When the Operators Presence Control OPC is released the machine will continue to operate a few feet DO NOT use this Operator s Presence Control OPC to routinely stop the machine SECTION 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3 4 STARTING amp OPERATING DM MGUEENGINESBEED Continued from previous page SIDE CONTROL TO CHOKE RIGHT HAND POSITION TRACTION LEVER BLADE CONTROL SWITCH SHOWN IN OFF POSITION TRACTION LOCK SHOWN I
28. Safety Instructions and Operator s Manual for SNAPPER 55 WALK BEHIND MOWERS MID SIZE SERIES 0 POWER UNIT MODEL MOWER UNIT MODEL MODEL DESIGNATION ENGINE TYPE MODEL TYPE SERIES DESIGNATION MODEL OPTION ENGINE HP S Snapper Commercial Model ENGINE HORSE POWER CUTTING DECK WIDTH 0 Series Designation KH Kohler Engine P Pro Mid Size Model 15 15 0 Engine HP 361 36 Cutting Deck E Express Model 481 48 Cutting Deck L Loop Traction Controls Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product Before operating your PRO GEAR WALK BEHIND read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on Pages 2 4 Remember that all power equipment can be dangerous if used improperly Also keep in mind that SAFETY requires careful use in accordance with the operating instructions and common sense SNAPDPER GA 30253 U S A MANUAL 7 3316 I R 8 29 00 COPYRIGHT 2000 SNAPPER INC ALL RIGHTS RESERVED IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING This powerful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and 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
29. arranties So save yourself unnecessary expenses and undue aggravation by keeping the air cleaner properly serviced at the intervals specified in the engine owner s manual It doesn t take long to service an air cleaner Follow the specific instructions in the engine owner s manual for the type filter used Pre vent dirt from falling into the carburetor intake when servicing your alr cleaner Make sure components are installed in correct sequence after servicing to prevent unfiltered air from entering the engine Some servicing hints on several common types are create smoke from unburned Or g 10 COST YOU MONEY E must 7 gulp about 12 000 A gallons of air for every gallon of fuel used Because of Its working environ ment the alr available to your Snapper engine is heavily saturated with alr borne dirt particles As the dirt particies are stopped they build up and begin to clog the outside of the filter This reduces the amount of air available to the engine and causes an over rich fuel mixture which re sults in the following adverse effects An improperly serviced dirt clogged air cleaner will a Increase fuel consumption cause power loss result in hard starting fuel produce carbon build up Internally foul spark plug electrodes score cylinder walls burn valves wear out the engine pre maturely 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 8 29 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE
30. ates do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state WARNING THE USE OF REPLACEMENT PARTS OTHER THAN GENUINE SNAPPER PARTS MAY IMPAIR THE SAFETY OF SNAPPER PRODUCTS AND WILL VOID ANY LIABILITY AND WARRANTY BY SNAPPER ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF SUCH PARTS IMPORTANT Please fill out the attached SNAPPER Product Registration Card immediately and mail to Snapper s Product Registration Center P O Box 1379 McDonough Georgia 30253 27 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE damage your s 5 reasonable Snapper uses the best avail able engines and components in their products in order to 0 provide long satisfactory service However proper care is essential in prolonging engine life Dirt Is your engine s enemy number 1 The engine on your Snapper product spends Its entire operating close to the ground at high speed creating a virtual storm of dust and dirt 28 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE Knowing that dirt will quickly ruin an engine manufacturers equip thelr engines with extremely efficient air cleaners to filter out the harmful dirt Damage caused by a poorly serviced air cleaner is not covered under the engine w
31. by the purchaser in submitting material to an authorized SNAPPER dealer for replacement under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser This warranty does not apply to engines and their components and batteries as these items are warranted separately This warranty does not apply to parts that have been damaged by accident alteration abuse improper lubrication normal wear or other cause beyond the control of SNAPPER This warranty does not cover any machine or component that has been altered or modified changing safety performance or durability Batteries have a one 1 year prorated warranty period with free replacement if required during the first ninety 90 days from the original purchase date SNAPPER will not be responsible for any installation cost incurred The battery warranty only covers original equipment batteries and does not cover damage to the battery or machine caused by neglect or abuse destruction by fire explosion freezing overcharging improper maintenance or use of improper electrolyte There is no other express warranty DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY Implied warranties including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to two 2 years from purchase date for the original purchaser s use and up to the extent permitted by law and all implied warranties are excluded This is the exclusive remedy Liabilities for consequential damages under any and all warranties are excluded Some st
32. cers on Tc Cutter Shafts or Caster Wheels 1151 1 equal number of Spacers 7 Low Or No Air Pressure in Tires with Correct Air Pressure Dull Sharpen Blades or Install new Blades SECTION 4 TROUBLESHOOTING MOWER TROUBLESHOOTING Continued SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION Mower Broken or slipping Blade Belt Replace Belt Check idler and spring cutting full etree Dull Damaged or Worn Blades Sharpen Blades or Install new Blades width Discharge ibus Grass Weleda b Pd ten oet tb E t idees Let Grass dry Deflector Becomes Mower too low esses nennen Raise cutting height Obstructed Engine overloaded sess Run Engine at full Throttle and reduce travel speed TRANSMISSION TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION Unit Is nee Gearing is overly noisy chatter Return to Authorized Snapper Dealer Nolsy i o eno Worn Gears n Worn Bearings mainly input Shaft Ball Bearing Unit Teeth of Gears are worn beyond tolerances
33. checklist In the next column e Sharpened and instructions in your Snapper Operator s 11 Muffler gt Good condition Manual are designated to help you keep your Not clogged Snapper in top operating condition with e Grass 8 leaves cleaned away minimum effort 31 NOTES 32 NOTES 33 Safety Instructions and Operator s Manual for SNAPPER PRO GEAR EXPRESS MID SIZE WALK BEHIND MOWERS SERIES 0 IMPORTANT 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 1 800 935 2967 A WARNING BATTERY POSTS TERMINALS AND RELATED ACCESSORIES CONTAIN LEAD AND LEAD COMPOUNDS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER AND BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING A WARNING ENGINE EXHAUST SOME OF ITS CONSTITUENTS AND CERTAIN VEHICLE COMPONENTS CONTAIN OR EMIT CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM 5 5 GA 30253 U S A COPYRIGHT 2000 SNAPPER INC
34. d swivel on the Traction Rods To reduce the gap turn the Swivel clockwise IMPORTANT Traction Levers Rod must be adjusted correctly to insure proper function of the traction belt and Traction Levers 6 Turn Traction Rod swivel one turn and recheck gap Repeat until there is no gap between the arm and the stud 7 Perform adjustment procedure on both right and left Traction Levers 8 Install belt covers Tighten wing nuts securely 9 Attach Brake Rod Swivels to right and left Brake Arms Carefully secure with the Locking Hair Pins 10 Operate machine Verify Traction Levers and Traction Belts function properly NOTE It may be necessary to adjust the Traction Brakes after adjustment of the Traction Levers is complete Refer to Section ADJUSTMENTS Steering Brakes ADJUST FOR NO GAP BETWEEN REMOVE IDLER ARM AND STUD PIN TRACTION ROD ADJUSTMENT BLOCK BELT COVEB STUD FIGURE 5 2 4 WARNING DO NOT attempt to operate machine without belt cover and studs secured into the proper position 20 SECTION 5 ADJUSTMENTS 5 1 STEERING BRAKES If machine is not as responsive as desired when either Traction Lever is squeezed one or both brakes should be adjusted as follows Operate mower on level terrain with Transmission Shift Lever in No 1 position Determine which brake requires adjustment Stop engine remove the key from switch and disconnect spark plug wire from spark pl
35. evers toward the handle The Traction Lock will move to the Unlocked position DRIVE POSITION FIGURE 3 9 RIGHT THUMB PUSHING a TRACTION LOCK LEVER es FORWARD TO LOCK 3 8 MOWING AND TURNING HILLSIDES 1 Always mow hillsides starting at bottom of hill Mow across slopes never up and down Exercise caution when changing directions on slopes DO NOT mow steep slopes A WARNING A DO NOT mow on steep slopes DO NOT use with any type rider attachment on slopes DO NOT park machine on slopes FIGURE 3 8 2 Hillside mowing is accomplished by squeezing Traction Lever on the UPHILL SIDE of machine This helps reduce side slipping of mower A WARNING A 3 When turning mower on hillsides always turn toward the UPHILL SIDE of mower for better Machine should always be in forward motion before Sontroland balanc attempting a turn DO NOT attempt a turn from a stopped position 3 7 TURNING MOWER GRADUAL RIGHT amp LEFT HAND TURN IMPORTANT Squeezing the right or left traction lever applies the brake to the right or left wheel The brake turns the machine right or left 1 With machine in Forward motion gradually squeeze the right hand traction lever The machine will turn to the right 15 SECTION 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SPACERS NOTE THOSE SPACERS REMOVED FROM BOTTOM OF CASTER SHOULD BE REINSTALLED AT TOP BEFORE INSERTING RETAINER PIN FLAT FIGURE 3 11 3
36. fuel more Wipe area clean around the oli check plug or than 3 months old Drain dipstick opening to keep dirt from falling Into tank then run the engine out the engine when checking the oil Always of fuel before storing during check with the machine on a level surface the off season On engines with dipstick keep the level up to but not over the FULL mark When adding oil allow time for all of the oll to flow down the fill tube to prevent a false full reading when the level could actually be low and result in engine damage 30 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE On 2 cycle engines lubrication must be On 4 cyle engines with an oil level plug don t be fooled into thinking the engine has Edo 65 oL A 2 yclo sufficient lubricating oii if you can see some engine that s mistakenly run on straight oil in the opening the level should always be brought up to the point of overflowing at the 2 top of the fill hole gasoline will be ruined In less than 5 minutes you keep straight gasoline in addition to pre mixed 2 cycle engine fuel be sure the containers are clearly marked to avold mix up Snapper 2 cycle engines require a 32 to 1 mixture of gasoline and BIA certified TC W oll such as Snapper s 2 cycle engine oil Many of the 2 cycle engine oils on the h market today make fantastic claims but for the best performance and long engine life always use Snapper 2 cycle oil Pre mix the and always shake the con
37. ing deck and clean Engine of any accumulation of dirt grass oil etc Keep Engine air intake screens and cooling fins clear at all times 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 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 1 2 3 NOTE DO NOT add fuel while engine is running or hot 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 4 STARTING amp OPERATING 3 4 1 ENGINE START ENGINE AS FOLLOWS Turn Fuel Shut Off Valve to the OPEN position See Figure 3 2 Pull both Traction Levers firmly rearward towards the handle Using the Traction Lock Lever lock both Traction Levers in the Traction Locked position Make sure that the Traction Lock has fully engaged both Traction Levers See Figure 3 2 Place Transmission Shift Lever in NEUTRAL position See Figure 3 3 Move Blade Clutch Switch down to the OFF position See Figure 3 1 Move Engine Speed Control Lever to the CHOKE position See Figure 3 4 Turn Key Switch to RUN position 1 2 11 3 1 BEFORE OPERATING Be Thoroughly familiar with all controls and how to use them before operating the machine Know beforehand how to
38. ing the right Traction Lever See Figure 3 9 The more pressure applied while squeezing the traction lever the sharper the machine will turn 13 TO STOP MACHINE firmly squeeze both Traction Levers towards the handle to STOP forward or reverse motion Using your right thumb push Traction Lock forward to the Locked position and hold See Figure 3 2 and 3 8 14 Make sure that the Traction Lock has fully engaged both the right and left Traction Levers 15 Release Traction Levers slowly and with caution Remove thumb from Traction Lock 16 Pull the Blade Clutch Switch rearward to the OFF position See Figure 3 6 BLADE CLUTCH SWITCH SHOWN IN OFF POSITION KEY SWITCH SHOWN IN STOP POSITION FIGURE 3 6 17 Place the Transmission Shift Lever into the NEUTRAL N position 18 Move engine speed control to slow Turtle position 19 Stop engine Turn key switch to Stop position Remove key See Figure 3 6 WARNING DO NOT leave machine with engine running Stop engine Stop blades Lock Traction Levers Remove key DO NOT park machine on slopes Continued on next page 13 3 4 STARTING amp OPERATING Continued from previous page OPERATOR S PRESENCE CONTROL OPC TRACTION LOCK SHOWN IN TRACTION LOCKED POSITION FIGURE 3 5 WARNING Start mowing with a slow ground speed gradually increase speed to determine the most comfortable travel speed 11 To START MACHI
39. ires no routine maintenance Return machine to an authorized Snapper dealer for service maintenance or problems 6 2 3 TRANSMISSION LUBE The transmission is permanently sealed But lubrication can be added if leakage should occur The transmission case holds 16 ounces of 80W 90 gear oil To Lubricate 1 Remove transmission switch wire plug and remove the transmission interlock switch Remove the fiber washer seated on switch 2 Transmission oil is added through the switch hole 3 Install new fiber washer part number 2 9662 onto switch Install switch into transmission and tighten securely Attach wire plug onto switch 22 6 1 REPLACEMENT PARTS To retain the quality of your mower use Genuine SNAPPER Replacement Parts only Contact your local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance For the correct part or information for your mower always mention Model and Serial Number of Power Unit and Mower Attachment We recommend returning your mower to an authorized SNAPPER Dealer on a yearly basis for inspection and addition of any new devices which might upgrade the performance and safety of your mower For the nearest SNAPPER Dealer check the Yellow Pages under the heading LAWN MOWERS For Engine Parts and Service look for the Engine Manufacturers Dealers under the heading ENGINES Gasoline For transmission parts and service look for Tecumseh Engines amp Transmission under Engines Gasoline WARNING DO NOT at
40. ith the bolt positions to keep deck level Once a desired cutting height is reached attach the mower deck to the power unit by installing 3 bolts on each side in selected height of cut holes Tighten bolts to 70 to 80 foot pounds torque See Figures 3 14 A D FIGURES 3 14C D SIDE PROFILE OF UNIT BLACK DOTS REPRESENT ROWEN BOLT ANCHOR UNIT A HOLES FIGURE 3 14B MIDDLE LOW CUT 2 1 4 TO 3 1 4 FIGURES 3 14A B 17 SOLUTION Turn Key to Run Fill Fuel Tank Open Fuel Shut Off Put Engine Throttle Control to FAST Put Throttle Control in CHOKE position Check choke adjustment Connect Spark Plug Wire Adjust Switch Pull Blade Clutch Lever to OFF position Install new Spark Plug Clean Air Filter Shift Transmission Lever to NEUTRAL Drain and clean Fuel Tank Fill with fresh Fuel Engine Throttle Control not at FAST Rabbit position 700 nnne SECTION 4 TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM F el Tank emply ueniret emn tte Fuel Shut Off Closed Spark Plug Wire loose or disconnected Operator Presence Control OPC Switch out of adjustment Blade Clutch Switch in ON Spark Plug bd pectus eet es ale Dirty Air Filter tte teer Transmission not in 44 222 SYMPTOM Engine Starts Hard or Loses Vent in Gas Cap
41. just cutting height Dies Mowing 100 1 D ted cote loi een codec aes ee atid Reduce travel speed MOWER TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION Mower does Transmission in neutral sse Select Gear not move Traction Control Rod Adjust Rod when Traction Engine to Transmission Belt Damaged or Broken Replace Belt Levers released Idler Spring Damaged or Broken Replace Spring Mower does Slipping or broken Traction Adjust or replace Belt not track Tire pressure in both Traction Wheels Adjust air pressure straight not the same Blades DO Belt slipping or 0 Replace or adjust Belt NOT engage Clutch does not Check Electrical Connections amp Clutch Mower Travel speed too enn Reduce ground speed 5 Operator making mower turn corner too fast Reduce ground speed unevenly Rough Change mowing pattern ETE Unequal number of Blade Spa
42. non SPE series Snapper Pro Gear SPP or SPL Power Units without first installing the Front Weight Ballast Kit DANGER ROTATING BLADES 73590 CAUTION OPEN BELT DRIVE Stop engine before reaching underneath 4 SECTION 2 CONTROLS TRACTION LOCK OPERATOR S KEY SWITCH PRESENCE SHOWN IN STOP CONTROL OPC POSITION BLADE CLUTCH RIGHT HAND SWITCH TRACTION LEVER TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER i 2 ENGINE SPEED CONTROL FIGURE 2 1 NOTE TRACTION LOCK SHOWN IN THE TRACTION LEVER LOCKED POSITION A WARNING To avoid sudden and unexpected turning both Traction Levers must be moved the same way when starting or stopping machine motion 10 SECTION 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3 3 PRE START CHECK LIST Make the following checks and perform the services as required before each start up If required make cutting height adjustments Refer to Section CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Check tires and adjust inflation pressure as needed Inflate front tires to 25 psi and rear tires to 12 15 psi Check Guards Deflector and Belt Covers to make sure all are in place and secure Check Condition of Cutter Deck Belt s If dam aged replace with original part Refer to Section CUTTER DECK BELT REMOVAL Inspect condition of cutter blades lf worn or damaged replace before operating machine Refer to Section Cutter Blade Service Clean Interior and Exterior Surfaces of cutt
43. rs and away from open flame Check brakes frequently if equipped adjust repair or replace as needed Keep all bolts nuts and screws properly tight Check that all cotter pins are in proper position Always provide adequate ventilation when running engine Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly poison 1 PREPARATION Continued From Previous Page Protect yourself when mowing wear appropriate clothing including safety glasses long pants ear protection hardhat and substantial footwear with good traction Long hair loose clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts Know how to STOP blades and engine quickly in preparation for emergencies Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck Check grass catcher components frequently for signs of wear or deterioration and replace as needed to prevent injury from thrown objects going through weak or worn spots 11 12 13 14 OPERATION DO NOT put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Keep clear of the discharge area while the engine is running BEFORE STARTING ENGINE blades must be OFF and Traction Levers LOCKED in the Traction Lock position Stop Blades when crossing gravel drive walks and under any conditions where thrown objects might be a hazard DO NOT raise deck with the blades running Mow only in daylight or good artificial light USE EXTRA CARE when approaching blind
44. tainer before filling the tank Change oll at regular intervals using a a high quality oil such as Snapper s smail engine formulated 4 cycle engine oll Refer to the engine owner s manual for oil details STARTING CHECK LIST 1 Engine Oil To full level 4 cycle Read and follow all safety e Properly mixed with gas Instructions in safety book 2 cycle lets and manuais 2 Air Cleaner e Clean and properly serviced e Full fresh clean gasoline 3 Fuel Tank gt Fuel valve open e Cap vent open gt Inline filter clean 4 Choke e Operating properly 5 Primer on e Used properly Keep in mind that dirt is your engine s enemy some engines 1 both internally and externally Internally 6 Safety inter In proper position dirt will quickly ruin an engine and externally lock Switches All wires properly connected It will cause overheating and resulting internal 7 Switch 8 e Switch On ip ga amas caused 0 cation poor air cleaner service overheating Cree Seon int EE due to dirt cannot be covered under warranty 8 Spark plug e Wire connected It only takes a few moments to service the Good connection engine and equipment on a routine basis 9 Throttle e Start position but the rewards will be a quick starting re control sponsive engine that will provide long 10 Blade Properly installed and satisfactory service with minimum maintenance torqued cost The prestart
45. tempt any maintenance adjustments or service with the engine running Stop engine Stop blades Lock Traction Levers Remove key Disconnect spark plug wires from spark plugs and secure wires away from spark plugs Engine and components are HOT Avoid serious burns allow all parts to cool before working on machine NOTE All mid size mowers should be tilted with engine carburetor side UP 6 2 TRANSMISSION PARTS amp SERVICE For the nearest Peerless Transmission Dealer check the Yellow Pages under heading Engine Gasoline Look for Tecumseh Engine and Transmission under Engine Gasoline 6 2 1 GENERAL TRANSMISSION SERVICING 1 GENERAL TRANSMISSION SERVICING Introduction The following service procedures should be understood and practiced whenever service must be performed on a Peerless MST 205 Series Transmission 2 Before removing transmission from mower make sure another part of machine is not causing problem look for a Loose drive belt b Sheared keys in pulleys c Oil saturated drive belts d Transmission shift lever secure SECTION 7 MOWER ATTACHMENT SERVICE 2 Place Traction Belt on Wheel Pulley followed by Transmission Output Pulley 3 Reinstall belt cover and tighten two wing nuts 4 Adjust Traction Rod and Brake Rod as necessary Refer to Section ADJUSTMENTS STEERING BRAKES and TRACTION LEVERS RODS TRANSMISSION OUTPUT PULLEY TRACTION BELT WHEEL PULLEY NOT SHOWN WING NAT F
46. tor comfort as follows Loosen the upper carriage bolt and nut on both left and right lower handles See Figure 5 3 Remove lower carriage bolt and nut from both left and right handles Raise or lower handlebar to desired height See Figure 5 3 Align handle with one of the adjustment holes in the tank support bracket and insert the carriage bolt See Figure 5 3 Verify that the handle is still at desired height Using nuts removed in Step 2 tighten both lower carriage bolts securely Securely tighten both upper carriage bolts and nuts The Traction Levers will require adjustment after the handle height has been adjusted Refer to Section ADJUSTMENTS Traction Levers Rods The Transmission Shift Lever linkage will require adjustment after the handle height has been adjusted Refer to Section ADJUSTMENTS Transmission Shift Lever REMOVE LOWER CARRIAGE BOLT FIGURE 5 3 1 2 5 4 TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER ADJUSTMENT Disconnect the hair pin from shift rod that connects to the Transmission Shift lever See Figure 5 4 Move the Transmission Shift lever to the neutral position Move the shift lever located on the transmission to the neutral position Rotate the shift rod clockwise or counter clockwise to allow the upper portion of shift rod to be inserted into the Transmission Shift lever without moving the SECTION 6 POWER UNIT SERVICE 6 2 2 TRANSMISSION The Peerless MST 205 Series Transmission requ
47. ug Secure wire away from plug Turn nut clockwise to increase brake tension See Figure 5 1 D MOR TENSION BRAKE ROD LESS TENSIONN RS TURN 4 FIGURE 5 1 Place spark plug wire onto spark plug Start engine and operate mower with transmission in the No 1 position to check for proper adjustment If further adjustment is required repeat all steps above 1 5 2 TRACTION LEVERS RODS If the Traction Wheel Drive Belts become slack or new belts have been installed it will be necessary to adjust the Traction Levers as follows Move the machine to a smooth level surface Stop engine and remove key Remove two wing nuts from each right and left traction belt covers and remove covers Disconnect Brake Rod Swivels from right and left Brake Arms See Figure 5 1 Check for clearance between the Arm and the upper traction belt cover stud Squeeze the Traction Lever firmly against the handle When properly adjusted the Idler Arm will just touch the stud when the Traction Lever touches the handle There should be no gap and no interference between the arm and the stud See Figure 5 2 1 2 speed control lever or the transmission shift lever Reinstall hair pin See Figure 5 5 TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER DISCONNECT SHIFT ROD FROM THIS POINT FIGURE 5 4 FIGURE 5 5 21 SECTION 5 ADJUSTMENTS 5 3 HANDLE HEIGHT The operator handle can be adjusted for opera

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