Canon HFR306 Film Camera User Manual
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1. enne nennen enne nnne enn 23 16 SYMPTOM Engine does not start Engine Starts Hard or Loses Power Engine Runs Erratically Engine Idles Poorly Engine Overheats Machine Vibrates Excessive Engine Dies SECTION 4 ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Key OFF Fuel Tank empty Fuel Shut Off Closed Engine Throttle Control not at FAST Rabbit position Choke NOT closed Spark Plug Wire loose or disconnected Blade Clutch Switch in ON position Spark Plug bad Dirty Air Filter Traction Controls not Latched in Neutral Dirt or water Fuel Tank Air Filter dirty Spark Plug not gapped correctly Spark Plug bad Spark Plug bad Spark Plug not gapped correctly Fuel Filter plugged or dirty Dirty Air Filter Fuel Filter plugged Engine Oil low in Crankcase Cooling Fins amp Flywheel Screen Clogged Blade Mounting Bolts loose Blade out of balance Engine Mounting Bolts loose Mowing grass too tall Mowing too fast SOLUTION Turn Key to Run Fill Fuel Tank Open Fuel Shut Off Put Engine Throttle Control to FAST Rabbit position Put Throttle Control in CHOKE position Connect Spark Plug Wire Pull Blade Clutch Lever to OFF position Install new Spark Plug Clean Air Filter Move Traction Controls to NEUTRAL amp Engage Neutral Latch Lever Drain and clean Fuel Tank fill with fresh Fuel Clea2. 12 Adjusting Blade on Cutter Spindle Fixed Decks esses 12 Adjusting Mower Deck Attachment Fixed Decks 13 Adjusting Cutting Height Adjustable Decks eese 13 Battery Service amp Testing 14 15 SECTION 4 SERVICE TABLE OF CONTENTS 16 Section 4 ServICe cotone 17 23 Covers Troubleshooting Service Schedule Lubrication Chart Hydraulic amp Electric Clutch Adjustments Belt Removal amp Installation as well as Blade Inspection Removal Sharpening Balancing and Installation 24 PRIMARY 25 28 See SERVICE Table of Contents for ALL Service and Adjustments Information SECTION 1 FAMILIARIZATION RIGHT HAND TRACTION SPEED LEFT HAND CONTROL NTROL TRACTION eee CONTROL BLADE CLUTCH CONTROL SWITCH OPERATOR S PRESENCE CONTROL OPC NEUTRAL LATCH LEVER THROTTLE CONTROL FUEL FILLER CAP KEY STARTER ROPE SWITCH FILL CHECK AIR FILTER HYDRAULIC Hydraulic Reservoir er epus Not REAR TIR
3. AN TENSION x cmn ANN SPRING FIGURE 4 8 SECTION 4 SERVICE amp LUBRICATION HOURS PROCEDURE COMMENTS BREAK IN Check all fasteners for proper tightness Change Engine Oil and Filter at 5 hours See engine manual Change Hydraulic Oil and Filter at 25 hours Use SAE 10W 30 8 HOURS Check Change Engine Oil esses Change oil if extreme dusty conditions Daily Clean Air Filter coercet ie iai Ee vie More often if needed Clean Blower screen sssssssssseeeeeennene More often if needed Remove Debris from under Belt Cover More often if needed Sharpen Cutter Tighten Cap Screw to 70 80 ft Ibs Grease Cutter Spindle Use Chevron SRI Grease or equal Check Hydraulic Reservoir esses Add oil if needed 40 HOURS Check Tire Pressure sssssssseeeeene Add or adjust as Required Weekly Check Safety Interlock System Inspect Switches for ease of Operation Lube Traction Drive Oil Medium Duty Inspect Traction Lock for Replace if Worn Lubricate Switch Balls at
4. General Purpose Grease Change Engine Oil essent More often if needed Replace Air Filter sees More often if needed Grease Caster Wheel Bearings General Purpose Grease Grease Caster Wheel General Purpose Grease Grease Idler Arm Pivots sse General Purpose Grease 200 HOURS m Replace with Snapper P N 1 4359 Monthly Check all Fasteners for Proper tightness See Torque Specifications Change Engine Oil Filter seeeeeeees See Engine Manual Clean and Adjust Spark Plugs See Engine Manual Check Belt Tension Lube Controls and Linkages Use Medium Duty Oil Change Hydraulic Oil and Filter Use SAE 10W 30 Oil GREASE GREASE GREASE ZERK LOCATION DAILY WEEKLY 1 on the Hydro Pump Belt Idler Arm Pivot 1 on each Spindle Housing Total of 2 on 36 Deck amp 3 on 48 52 48 amp 61 Decks 1 on each Idler Arm Pivot Total of 1 on 36 Deck amp 2 on 48 52 48 amp 61 Decks 1 on each Caster Support Arm Total of 2 a 1 on each Caster Wheel Total of 2 E MAINTENANCE REPLACEMENT PARTS MAINTENANCE PARTS 36 Cutter Blade Requires
5. begin this procedure without it A WARNING Before attempting any adjustments maintenance service or repairs stop engine and blade close fuel shut off valve and allow engine to cool Always turn Ignition Key to STOP remove key from ignition switch disconnect spark plug wire s and secure wire s away from spark plug s If machine is to be raised or tilted Make sure to secure machine in place to prevent it from falling STEP 1 Move machine to smooth level place Raise rear of machine just high enough for drive wheels to clear the floor and be able to rotate freely Block machine securely to prevent it from falling STEP 2 Place traction control levers in the Neutral position and engage Neutral Latch See Figure 3 8 TRACTION CONTROL SELF LOCK COTTER PIN JAM NUT SWIVEL TRACTION CONTROL RODS em TOMLIN AT FIGURE 3 8 Continued on Next Page SECTION 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3 7 HANDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Continued from previous page STEP 3 Insert rod 5 16 diameter x 7 3 4 long through alignment holes in the left and right traction control shift lever arms and the switch bracket The rod should pass through both the left and right traction control shift lever arms This step is important as it places the shift lever arms in Neutral and aligns them with the Neutral interlock switches located in the switch bracket See Figure 3 9 FUEL TANK FUEL TANK HANDLEBAR SUP
6. 1379 McDonough Georgia 30253 24 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE damage your TT ay e 24 engine amp how 2 Snapper uses the best avail able engines and components their products In order to provide long satisfactory service However proper i care is essential in prolonging engine life Dirt Is your engine s enemy number 1 The engine on your Snapper product spends Its entire life operating close to the ground at high speed creating a virtual storm of dust and dirt 25 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE Knowing that dirt will quickly ruin an engine manufacturers equip their engines with extremely efficient air cleaners to filter out the harmful dirt ust 7 gulp about 12 000 4 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 particles are stopped Damage caused by a poorly serviced air they build up and begin to clog cleaner is not under the engine the outside of the filter This warrantles So save yourself unnecessary reduces the amount of air expenses and undue aggravation by keeping avallable to the engine and causes the air cleaner properly serviced at the intervals an over rich fuel mixture which re specified in the engine owner s manual suits in the follo
7. 5 REPLACEMENT PARTS To retain the quality of your Machine use genuine SNAPPER replacement parts only Contact your local SNAPPER Dealer for parts and service and service assistance For the correct part or information for your Machine always mention Model and Serial Number of Power Unit and mower Attachment We recommend returning your Machine 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 Machine 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 WARNING Before performing service on machine turn Ignition Key to STOP close fuel shut off valve and allow engine to cool Disconnect spark plug s if machine is to be raised or tilted Make sure to secure machine in place to prevent it from falling NOTE All Mid Size Machines should be tilted with Engine Carburetor side UP 20 4 3 MACHINE SPEED CONTROL RANGES 4 3 1 TO CHANGE MACHINE SPEED RANGES 1 Move Traction Control Levers and Neutral Latch Lever into neutral 2 Turn Key to STOP position and remove Key from Ignition Switch 3 Remove Hairpins from Swivels on Traction Control Arms on Right and Left Hand side 4 Push Swivel out from each Traction Control Arm and insert Swivel into newly selected speed range No
8. 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 one 1 year 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 states 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
9. Motor nennen nnne nnne 19 Hydraulic Pump nennen nnne 19 20 Hydraulic Pump Belt Installation ssssssseeeeenn enne 20 Replacement Parts eene enne enne nnne nennen enne 20 amp 22 MOWER SPEED CONTROL RANGES sessi enne nnne nennen 20 MOWER ATTACHMENT SERVICE 21 23 36 CUTTING DECK Cutting Deck Belt Removal enne ensis nennen 21 Cutting Deck Installati n 21 48 52 amp 61 CUTTING DECK Cutting Deck Belt Removal aaiae aa aa iaaa 21 Cutting Deck Belt Installation ssssssssssseseeeeeneen meets 21 Cutting Deck Spindle Belt Removal nnns 21 Cutting Deck Spindle Belt Installation 23 CUTTING BLADE SERVICE General Inspection x Li ede Hte E deep d decet ne 23 Blade Removal on anne dean dede dicen pte 23 Blade Sharpening 2 npe reed te P eter ied bte p eive 23 Blade Balancing ir dert E PEOR E EC EG PEL UR ECRIRE eer AERE 23 Blade
10. Reinstall cell caps Install battery into power unit Connect positive cable red first from wiring harness to the positive terminal on battery using bolt and nut provided in hardware bag Connect negative cable black last to negative terminal on battery using bolt and nut Apply a small amount of grease over terminals to prevent corrosion 10 Install battery retainer and positive terminal cover A WARNING A Shield the positive terminal with terminal cover located on battery harness This prevents metal from touching the positive terminal which could cause sparks Cables must be connected to battery terminals in the proper position RED Positive cable must go to the terminal BLACK Negative cable must go to the terminal 15 SECTION 4 SERVICE TABLE OF CONTENTS ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING ssssssssssssssseeeee entente innen nnn 17 MOWER TROUBLESHOOTING 2 rro ee teer tanti D pea EDU DER Pe Mg 18 HYDRO TROUBLESHOOTING sse nennen entrent nnne intres nennen 20 SERVICE amp LUBRICATION CHART sse 18 amp 22 ELECTRIC CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT sse entem sitne nnne en 19 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS amp SERVICE sse 19 20 General Hydraulic eene nnns 19 Pump
11. Two Blades 2 9246 48 Cutter Blade Requires Three Blades 2 9247 52 Cutter Blade Requires Three Blades 2 9246 61 Cutter Blade Requires Three Blades 2 9251 36 Deck Engine to Cutting Deck Belt 2 9255 pl 48 Deck Engine to Cutting Deck Belt 2 9262 48 Deck Spindle Spindle Belt 2 9261 52 Deck Spindle to Spindle Belt 2 9266 61 Deck Engine to Cutting Deck Belt 2 9269 22 SECTION 4 MOWER ATTACHMENT SERVICE 4 4 6 SPINDLE TO SPINDLE DECK BELT INSTALLATION 48 52 amp 61 CUTTING DECKS 1 Route new belt for 48 cutting deck 52 cutting deck and 61 cutting decks onto bottom groove of center Spindle Pulley and left hand Spindle Pulley Refer to Figure 4 8 2 Install cutting deck belt according to CUTTING DECK BELT INSTALLATION 4 5 CUTTING BLADE SERVICE Check Blades at frequent intervals to insure they are securely tightened and in good condition Replace if chipped bent or notched See Figure 4 9 for Blade wear limits 2 NEW BLADE WEAR LIMIT NOTCH STARTS DANGEROUS CONDITION DO NOT USE ON MOWER REPLACE WITH NEW BLADE FIGURE 4 9 1 Use the following chart for ordering replacement Blades for the 36 48 52 and 61 cutting decks STANDARD BLADE REPLACEMENT 36 DECK 48 DECK 52 DECK 61 DECK 2 9246 2 9246 2 9251 2 9247 4 5 1 BLADE REMOVAL AND SHARPENING 1 Move the Mower to a smo
12. fooled into thinking the engine has h aa geste sufficient lubricating oii if you can see some engine that s mistakenly run on straight oll in the opening the level should always be brought up to the point of overflowing at the top of the fill hole gasoline will be ruined In less than 5 minutes If 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 certifled TC W oll such as Snapper s 2 cycle engine oil Many of the 2 cycle engine oils on the market today make fantastic claims but for the best performance and long engine life always use Snapper 2 cycle oil Pre mix the fuel and always shake the container 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 Fuel valve open e Cap vent open e Inline filter clean 4 Choke e Operating properly 5 Primer on e Used properly Keep in mind that dirt is your engine s enemy
13. tank drain fuel into an approved container outdoors and away from open flame Check brakes frequently 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 indoors Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly poison Disconnect negative black cable from battery before performing maintenance or service Cranking engine could cause injury Never work under machine without safety blocks Service engine and make adjustments only when engine is stopped Remove spark plug wire s from spark plug s and secure wire s away from spark plug s DO NOT change engine governor speed settings or overspeed engine Lubricate machine at intervals specified in manual to prevent controls from binding Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blades or wear heavy leather gloves and use CAUTION when handling them NEVER test for spark by grounding spark plug next to spark plug hole spark plug could ignite gas exiting engine Have machine serviced by an authorized SNAPPER dealer at least once a year and have the dealer install any new safety devices Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts to assure that original standards are maintained TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY nennen nnne na sata natn nnn 2 3 TA
14. 5 Simultaneously and slowly release both Traction Controls Machine will begin to move forward 6 Adjust Speed Control Lever to a comfortable travel speed 7 Proceed to go forward while allowing the machine to travel in a straight line If the machine veer towards the LEFT or RIGHT it can be brought back to a straight path by moving the Speed Control Lever in the desired direction of travel See Figure 3 5 8 Squeeze the appropriate Traction Control to turn the machine either LEFT or RIGHT If either Traction Control is squeezed to tightly against the handlebar it will cause the machine to quickly spin around or zero turn to that side BE CAREFUL MOVE SPEED CONTROL LEVER TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT TO ADJUST MOWER FOR STRAIGHT TRAVEL FIGURE 3 5 WARNING The tighter the traction controls are squeezed back against the handlebar the faster the machine will move in reverse Use extreme CAUTION when reversing machine 3 4 2 REVERSE SPEED 1 Hold Operators Presence Control OPC against handlebar 2 Move Blade Control Switch to OFF position 3 To reverse direction of the machine stop machine travel by squeezing both Traction Controls and move Neutral Latch Lever to engage and hold the Traction Controls in neutral position 4 To start machine movement simultaneously squeeze both Traction Controls SLOWLY back towards the handlebar allowing machine to start reverse movement See Figure 3 6 5 To STOP reverse move
15. BLE OF CONTENTS rendi se lass cies scie Due 4 SECTION 1 FAMILIARIZATION ecc e aap nuoc o al Dru oS ua noc 5 SECTION2 CONTROLS 5 tete rete ceti 6 Engine Conttols eric de aec 6 Blade and Traction Controls essen nenne nennen enn nnnm 6 TO ROLL MACHINE Pressure Relief Valve Adjustment 6 SECTION OPERATING 7 15 Pre Start Checklist ce iun ide IRL re eae 7 I ADICES rune 7 Normal Operating Stop eeeeseeeiieeeseeeee enne ennt nn anita sinn nne tn nasa nnas 8 Starting and Oper ting naci tetuer oae aaas aeia eaa ee ri SiE kirenda Es iiS 8 Traction Speed Control inci eini 9 Mowing and Turning on Hillsides eere nnn 10 Adjusting Handle 10 11 Adjusting Cutting Height Fixed 12 Adjusting Caster Wheels Fixed
16. CASTER WHEEL on support 3 Moving position of MOWER DECK on power unit A WARNING A Before making any cutting height adjustments move ignition key to STOP position remove key from key switch close fuel shut off valve and disconnect spark plug wire s from spark plug s 3 9 ADJUSTING CASTER WHEELS The Caster Wheel Assemblies have four 4 1 2 and one 1 1 4 thick Spacer When placed above or below Caster Support Tube the Operator can raise or lower the cutting height in 1 2 increments thus providing a Quick Adjust method The deck mounting has to be changed to correspond with the Caster repositioning as described in ADJUSTING FIXED MOWER DECK ATTACHMENT 1 Remove the Retainer Pin from Caster Shaft See Figure 3 12 CASTER CASTER SHAFT MEE RETAINER PIN CASTER WHEEL ASSEMBLY FIGURE 3 12 2 Lift Caster Support Tube while adding or removing the bottom Spacer See Figure 3 13 NOTE Remove or add Spacers by rotating slots so they align with the flat area on Caster Shaft 12 NOTE THOSE SPACERS REMOVED FROM BOTTOM OF CASTER SHOULD BE REINSTALLED AT TOP BEFORE INSERTING RETAINER PIN FIGURE 3 13 3 10 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 NEVER PUT ANY SPACE
17. CH ADJUSTMENT The Pro Hydro Mowers are equipped with an Electric Blade Control The cutter blades should STOP within 7 seconds after the BLADE SWITCH is moved to OFF position If blade stopping time exceeds 7 seconds check the clutch air gap setting as follows 1 With the Ignition Switch moved to STOP and the Blade Switch moved to OFF locate the three air gap check SLOTS as shown in Figure 4 2 ADJUST AIR GAP TO BE 010 TO 012 ADJUSTING NUT CLUTCH FIGURE 4 2 2 Insert a feeler gauge into each of the three slots 3 The clearance in each slot should be NO MORE than 010 to 012 4 f adjustment is required keep feeler gauge in slot and turn the adjusting nut until the gap is correct 5 Adjust all three slots 4 2 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS amp SERVICE 4 2 1 GENERAL HYDRAULIC SERVICING 1 The Hydraulic Oil and Filter should be changed as follows Change Oil and Filter after initial 25 hours of use Check Hydraulic Oil daily Thereafter change and Filter every 200 hours monthly Use SAE 10W 30 Oil for Hydraulic System Always use a genuine SNAPPER Filter NOTE Always clean the Cap and surrounding area before checking Oil Level or adding Oil The Hydraulic Oil Tank is FULL when the Oil is 3 to 4 from the top of the filler neck as shown in Figure 3 on Page 3 1 2 Before removing parts from the Hydraulic System check to make sure another part of the machine is not c
18. ES own UO E DECK HEIGHT hit ADJUSTING ELECTRIC CLUTCH 3 peo CRANK See Page 20 for 4 oy Adjustment Ar COVER Er d RETAINING FUEL SHUT OFF ig KNOBS VALVE Not Shown 2 HYDRAULIC DRIVE MOTOR CASTER Behind Each WHEEL Rear Wheel ASSEMBLY DISCHARGE FRONT CHUTE TIRES DECK MUFFLER COVER 48 Shown FIGURE 1 1 1 1 NOMENCLATURE The nomenclature drawing above Figure 1 1 shows the essential parts of the SNAPPER PRO Mid Size Mowers It is recommended that all operators of this equipment become thoroughly familiar with the controls parts and operation of this machine before operating Specific details involving the engine are found in the separate Engine Owners Manual Study these manuals before operating Mower and keep them both handy for future reference 1 2 IMPORTANT Before Starting or Stopping Engine Latch left hand and right hand traction controls into the NEUTRAL position Move blade control switch to the OFF position Turn Ignition Keyswitch to STOP and remove Ignition Key when it becomes necessary to leave the machine unattended This machine features a Light Touch Traction System using individual Wheel Pumps and Motors on each side of the machine 1 3 LEARN HOW TO USE THESE IMPORTANT TRACTION CONTROLS amp OPERATOR S PRESENCE CONTROLS This machine is equipped with an OPERATOR S PRESENCE CONTROL OPC Releasing this control will turn the engine OFF if the tra
19. IGHT OF CUT POINTER MOWER DECK 48 52 amp 61 Models MOUNTING BRACKET FIGURE 3 17 SECTION 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING A 4 With cell caps removed connect battery charger to battery terminals RED to positive terminal and Shield the positive terminal with terminal cover BLACK to negative terminal located on battery harness This prevents metal from 5 Slow charge battery at 1 amp for 10 hours An touching the positive terminal which could cause alternative fast charge should be no more than 2 5 sparks Cables must be connected to battery amps for four hours terminals in the proper position RED Positive cable 6 If battery will not accept charge or is partially charged must go to the terminal BLACK Negative cable after 10 hours of charging at 1 amp replace with new must go to the terminal battery 3 13 BATTERY REMOVAL A WARNING A 1 Remove battery retainer The electrolyte acid produces a highly explosive 2 Slide terminal cover away from positive terminal gas Keep all sparks flame and fire away from area Observe and note cable positions on battery when charging battery or when handling electrolyte 4 Disconnect cables from battery terminals or battery Electrolyte acid is a highly corrosive disconnecting BLACK Negative cable first then liquid Wear eye protection Wash affected areas disconnect RED Positive last Retain mounting bolts immediately after having ey
20. NCHOR LOW CUT 1 1 2 TO 2 1 2 FIGURE 3 16B SPACERS 3 2 SPACER 1 MIDDLE LOW CUT 2 1 4 TO 3 FIGURE 3 16C SPACER 1 SPACERS 3 MIDDLE HIGH CUT 3 TO 4 FIGURE 3 16 14 SPACERS 4 HIGH CUT 3 3 4 TO 4 3 4 FIGURE 3 16 D 3 12 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENTS FOR ADJUSTABLE DECK ATTACHMENTS 1 The Mower Deck should be mounted in the lowest holes low cut on the power unit 2 To adjust height of cut turn both Cranks located on right hand and left hand side of deck clockwise to raise the Mower Deck and counter clockwise to lower the Mower Deck Observe the height of cut decal located on the side of the Mower Deck mounting plates and move the height of cut pointers in the same de sired position See Figure 3 17 3 If pointers are in the correct position and you still have an uneven cut follow the instructions as listed below to correct the problem A Rotate outer Blades to point toward the sides of the Mower Deck make sure Mower is on level surface B Measure the distance from Blade tip to the ground Measure both outside Blades This measurement should be the same as what the height of cut pointer reads on both sides C If measurement is NOT the same then bend both height of cut pointers UP or DOWN to read the same as Blade tip measurements TURN CLOCKWISE TO CRANK RAISE DECK REAR EDGE OF CUTTING HEIGHT DECK OF CUT DECAL HE
21. PORT BRACKET N 5 16 DIA X 7 3 4 LONG ROD SWITCH 2 BRACKET ve TRACTION 2 dd CONTROL SHIFT LEVER LEFT ARM FIGURE 3 9 STEP 4 Disconnect the swivel from the right and left traction control arms and loosen swivel jam nuts Refer to Figure 3 8 STEP 5 Loosen the upper bolt and nut on right and left side of Mower which holds Handlebar to Support Bracket Remove the lower bolt and nut on each side Retain this hardware See Figure 3 10 HANDLEBAR LOOSEN UPPER BOLT amp NUT ADJUST HANDLEBAR TO DESIRED POSITION REATTACH BOLT amp NUT REMOVE LOWER BOLT amp NUT ON EACH SIDE FIGURE 3 10 11 FUEL STEP 6 Pivot the Handlebar up or down and reinsert bolt and nut into desired hole position on each side Tighten both upper and lower bolts and nuts on each side to 35 to 45 ft Ibs STEP 7 Adjust swivel Clockwise or Counter Clockwise until the pin on the swivel aligns perfectly with the hole in the traction control arm The traction control lever must be held in the Neutral Latch position when making this adjustment Complete this adjustment for both left and right swivels Carefully reattach and secure swivels to control arms Tighten swivel jam nuts IMPORTANT Both the left and the right swivels must be installed in the same traction control arm speed range setting Mid range middle hole setting is recommended STEP 8 Remove steel rod from shift lever arms STEP 9 Check to insure machine
22. RS BELOW BLADE See Figure 3 14 SPACERS ON CUTTER HOUSING Xm c Tob PULLEY CUTER 7 HOUSING SPACERS ON BLADE BOTTOM FIGURE 3 14 NOTE Changing the cutting height of Blades DOES NOT change the Deck ground clearance If 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 70 80 ft Ibs See Figure 3 15 HEIGHT Ait ADJUSTING SPACERS AIR LIFT TEES BLADE BEVELED WASHER eitis TIGHTEN TO 70 80 FOOT POUNDS FIGURE 3 15 SECTION 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3 11 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 from 1 1 2 to 2 1 2 the middle low cut from 2 1 4 to 3 1 4 the middle high cut from 3 to 4 and the highest cut from 3 3 4 to 4 3 4 Make sure the Spacers on the Caster Wheels are moved UP or DOWN as shown below to correspond with the bolt positions to keep the Mower 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 the bolts from 70 to 80 foot pounds torque SIDE PROFILE OF MACHINE Pd FIGURE 3 16A SPACERS 4 POWER UNIT E vd BLACK DOTS REPRESENT OLT A
23. Safety Instructions amp Operator s Manual for SNAPPER PRO HYDRO WALK BEHIND MOWERS MID SIZE SERIES 0 SPLH140KW SPLH170KW SPLH140KH SPLH150KH SPLH160BV SPLH140KWE SPLH180KHE SPLH220KHE MODEL DESIGNATION ENGINE TYPE MODEL TYPE SERIES DESIGNATION MODEL OPTION ENGINE HP DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE ENGINE HORSE POWER CUTTING DECK WIDTH 0 Series Designation 14 14 0 Engine HP 36 36 Cutting Deck KH Kohler Engine 15 15 0Engine HP 48 48 Cutting Deck 16 16 0 Engine HP 52 52 Cutting Deck eet es Fl 17 17 0 Engine HP 61 61 Cutting Deck Po eo M A Adjustable Cutting Deck 18 18 0 Engine HP 22 22 0 Engine HP Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product Before operating your PRO WALK BEHIND read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on Pages 2 amp 3 Hemember 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 COPYRIGHT 1999 SNAPDPER GA 30253 U S A SNAPPER INC ALL RIGHTS RESERVED MANUAL No 4 3799 REV 2 5 17 99 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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
24. UEL TANK amp HANDLE 7 SUPPORT BRACKET um S PULL OUT TO CHOKE POSITION OUTLINE OF REAR WHEEL Left Side Shown FIGURE 3 3 CHOKE POSITION FAST P Rabbit POSITION d Turtle POSITION FIGURE 3 4 A WARNING A DO NOT leave machine with the engine running STOP engine STOP blades Latch both traction controls in the neutral position Move speed control to slow Remove key A WARNING A DO NOT park machine on slopes SECTION 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING A The SNAPPER Pro Hydro Mowers have a Transport Speed which allows the machine to travel forward at a speed of 6 MPH it is NOT to be used while walking Use the Transport Speed ONLY when the machine is equipped with a Riding Sulky NEVER make sharp turns at high speed The machine has zero turn capability NEVER use zero turn at high speed During initial training time with machine it is advised that the Operator s practice with the Speed Control Lever in the slowest travel speed position and Blade Engagement Switch in the OFF position 3 4 TRACTION SPEED CONTROL 3 4 1 FORWARD SPEED 1 Hold Operators Presence Control OPC against handlebar 2 Move Blade Control Switch to ON position 3 Move Speed Control Lever forward slightly selecting a slow travel speed 4 While holding both Traction Controls in the neutral position release Neutral Latch Lever by pulling controls slightly backwards
25. Use SAE 10W 30 Oil HYDRAULIC FILTER Change Hydraulic Oil and Filter after first 25 hours of operation Thereafter change Hydraulic Oil and Filter every 200 hours monthly REAR TIRES Check tire pressure before each mowing period Inflate to 12 15 psi CUTTER SHAFT d SPINDLES Lubricate each with two 2 SHOTS of bearing grease dailv MOTOR HUBS Lubricate s Motor Hubs with Anti Seize Compound when replacing Wheel Hubs CUTTER DECK BELT S Check for cracks or wear DEFLECTOR Lubricate hinge points as required FRONT WHEEL BUSHINGS amp CASTER SHAFTS Lubricate with bearing grease weekly HYDRAULIC HOSES amp FITTINGS Check daily for leaks cracks kinks and other signs of wear MOWER BLADES Check for tightness every 25 hours of operation Tighten capscrews to 75 foot pounds MOWING DECK At end of each mowing period remove grass and debris from under mowing deck and above rear SAFETY Shield FRONT TIRES Check tire pressure before each mowing period Inflate to 25 psi FIGURE 4 1 18 SECTION 4 SERVICE A WARNING A Once blades are disengaged they should come to a complete stop in 7 seconds If the blades continue to rotate after 7 seconds the electric clutch should be checked Replacement of electric clutch may be necessary Return machine to dealer for replacement DO NOT CONTINUE to operate mower if blades fail to stop in 7 seconds 4 1 ELECTRIC CLUT
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27. adjustment should be necessary to maintain neutral setting after changing speed range 5 Start the Engine and resume using the Machine at the newly selected speed range See Figure 4 5 v cm PERITO HIGH SPEED 0 6 MPH MEDIUM SPEED 0 4 2 MPH SWIVEL LOW SPEED 0 2 5 MPH Xe 2 A 4 q TRACTION 2 CONTROL 2 P d ROD SELF LOCK COTTER PIN po TRACTION CONTROL ARM FIGURE 4 5 SECTION 4 MOWER ATTACHMENT SERVICE 4 4 CUTTER DECK BELT REMOVAL amp INSTALLATION 4 4 1 36 CUTTING DECK BELT REMOVAL 1 Move Mower onto a smooth level surface Turn Ignition Key to STOP position remove Key disconnect Spark Plug Wire and secure Wire away from Spark Plug 2 Remove Mower deck belt cover 3 Remove Idler Tension Spring and swing Idler away from belt 4 Remove old belt from Spindle Pulleys and Electric Clutch Pulley See Figure 4 6 AES ELECTRIC CLUTCH REMOVE IDLER PULLEY lt SPINDLE P PULLEYS FIGURE 4 6 4 4 2 36 CUTTING DECK BELT INSTALLATION 1 Route new belt to Electric Clutch Pulley 2 Route new belt around Spindle Pulleys as shown in Figure 4 6 3 Move Idler against belt and reattach Idler Tension Spring 4 4 3 48 52 REMOVAL 1 Move Mower onto a smooth level surface Turn Ignition Key to STOP position remove Key disconnect Spark Plug Wire and secure Wire away from Spark Plug 2 Remove Mower deck belt cover 3 Remov
28. ausing the problem Look for Loose Drive Belt Improperly set or bad Idler Pulley Loose or lost setscrews and or sheared Keys in Pulleys Pump Release loose Oil saturated Drive Belts Loose Drive Arms on Pumps mmo ou 4 2 2 PUMP MOTOR REPLACEMENT 1 Should it become necessary to replace a Pump or Motor it is recommended that the affected Pump or Motor be replaced as a set both Pump and Motor Generally when a Pump or Motor is bad it will affect the associated Pump or Motor 2 Relieve all pressure in the system and disconnect Spark Plug s See Figure 4 3 3 Replace the affected component s TURN PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE ON EACH PUMP COUNTER CLOCKWISE TO RELEIVE SYSTEM PRESSURE Pr LEFT HAND PUMP RIGHT HAND PUMP FIGURE 4 3 4 2 3 HYDRAULIC PUMP REMOVAL 1 STOP ENGINE Loosen and remove Nut from under the Spring Tensioner for Hydraulic Belt Idler Tensioner Remove Spring from Bolt See Figure 4 4 HYDRAULIC PUMP BELT SPRING TENSIONER REMOVE NUT FIGURE 4 4 19 SECTION 4 SERVICE 4 2 3 HYDRAULIC PUMP REMOVAL Continued 2 Loosen Nut on Belt Guide at rear of Engine Pulley and remove Cutter Deck Belt from Engine Pulley 3 Remove Hydraulic Pump Belt 4 2 4 HYDRAULIC PUMP BELT INSTALLATION 1 STOP ENGINE Place Hydraulic Belt on Engine and Pump Pulleys 2 Attach Idler Spring to Bolt and reattach Nut to Bolt 3 Place Cutter Deck Belt on Engine Pulley 4 2
29. 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 contalner Always use clean fresh fuel from a clean contalner to guard against dirt sludge and water contamination Be aware that fuel breaks E down In storage and forms An engine must also have proper lubrication NOM gummy compounds which All engines use some oil On 4 cycle engines will block carburetor pass CHECK OIL LEVEL BEFORE EACH START UP ages Never use fuel more Wipe area clean around the oll 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 oil to flow down the fill tube to prevent a false full reading when the level could actually be low and result in engine damage 27 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE On 2 cycle engines lubrication must be On 4 cyle engines with an oil level plug don t be
30. ction controls are not latched in the neutral position and or the blade control switch is in the position SECTION 2 CONTROLS Before operating become familiar with all the controls See Figure 2 1A and how to use them Know beforehand how to STOP the Right Hand and Left Hand Traction Wheel Drives the Mower Blades and the Engine in preparation for a possible emergency 2 1 ENGINE CONTROLS A Engine Speed Control B Keyswitch C Presence Control OPC D Engine Recoil Starter Handle Not shown A WARNING When the Operator s 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 1 BLADE CLUTCH CONTROL SWITCH C OPERATOR S PRESENCE CONTROL OPC AT REAR CONTROL 4 NEUTRAL LATCH LEVER B KEY SWITCH HANDLEBAR 1 BLADE CLUTCH CONTROL SWITCH X m LEFT TURN SY ORWARD Fi h NEUTRAL 3 m D e s REVERSE REA IMPORTANT To roll the machine without the engine running turn both pressure relief valves counter clockwise 1 2 turn Turn valves clockwise to tighten for machine operation Y 5 mae CONTROL LEVER 2 2 BLADE AND TRACTION CONTROLS Blade Clutch Control Switch R H Steering Control L H Steering Control Neutral Latch Lever Speed Control Park Lock Lever ON PYG N A WARNING Neutral Latch is not in
31. e or skin contact with and nuts g ey electrolyte acid Battery acid is corrosive Rinse empty acid containers with water and mutilate before 3 14 BATTERY INSTALLATION discarding If acid is spilled on battery bench or 1 Position battery into battery compartment clothing etc Flush with clear water and neutralize 2 Connect cables to battery terminals Connect RED with baking soda Positive cable first Connect BLACK Negative cable last 3 Reinstall battery retainer and positive terminal cover 3 15 BATTERY SERVICE 1 Remove battery 2 Place battery in a well ventilated area on a level surface 3 Using distilled water refill cells as required to cover cell plates of which can also be seen through the plastic battery case Methods of Checking Battery Condition State of Charge Syringe Hydrometer Digital Voltmeter Five Ball Hydrometer 5096 Charged 3 16 BATTERY TESTING 2 A hydrometer measures the specific gravity of each There are two types of battery tests Unloaded and cell The specific gravity tells the degree of charge Loaded The unloaded test is the procedure that will be generally a specific gravity of about 1 265 to 1 280 discussed It s the simplest and most commonly used indicates full charge A reading of 1 230 to 1 260 An unloaded test is made on a battery without indicates the battery should be charged before discharging current To perform unloaded testing check testing The chart on the next page sh
32. e right hand Idler Tension Spring and swing Idler away from belt See Figure 4 7 amp 61 CUTTING DECK BELT 4 4 8 48 52 amp 61 CUTTING DECK BELT INSTALLATION 1 Route new belt for 48 cutting deck for 52 cutting deck and for 61 cutting decks to Electric Clutch Pulley 21 ELECTRIC RIGHT G CLUTCH HAND REMOVE BELT LEFT SPINDLE e IDLER HAND PULLEY 4 SPINDLE PULLEY IDLER TENSION SPRING PULLEY FIGURE 4 7 2 Route new belt around right and left hand Spindle Pulleys as shown in Figure 4 7 3 Move Idler against belt and reattach right hand Idler Tension Spring 4 4 5 SPINDLE TO SPINDLE DECK BELT REMOVAL 48 52 amp 61 CUTTING DECKS 1 Move Mower onto a smooth level surface Turn Ignition Key to STOP position remove Key disconnect Spark Plug Wire and secure Wire away from Spark Plug 2 Remove Mower deck belt cover 3 Remove right hand Idler Spring and swing Idler away from belt 4 Remove old belt from center and right hand Spindle Pulleys Refer to Figure 4 7 5 Remove Left hand Idler Spring and swing Idler away from belt 6 Remove old belt from left hand Spindle Pulley and center Pulley bottom groove See Figure 4 8 AN AN N remove f LEFT SPINDLE BELT f lt i m 3 f D S LE IDLER PULLEY yf Pee ER SPINDLE DE PULLEY one Sy A HAND in IDLER LLL LL
33. ely necessary LOOK BEHIND and down for small children before and when backing 8 USE EXTRA CARE when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision PROTECTION AGAINST TIPOVERS Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip over accidents which can result in severe injury or death All slopes require extra CAUTION If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it DO NOT mow it Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments these can change the stability of the machine 1 DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 15 degrees 2796 grade 2 Exercise EXTREME CAUTION on slopes above 10 degrees 1896 grade Turn blade OFF when traveling uphill Use first speed and avoid sudden or sharp turns 3 DO NOT mow back and forth across face of slopes Mow up and down PROTECTION AGAINST TIPOVERS Continued From Previous Column 4 AVOID uphill starts If machine stops going uphill or tires lose traction turn blade OFF and back slowly down the slope 5 STAY ALERT for holes and other hidden hazards Tall grass can hide obstacles Keep away from ditches washouts culverts fences protruding objects 6 KEEP A SAFE DISTANCE at least 3 feet away from edge of ditches and other drop offs The mower could turn over if an edge caves in 7 Always begin forward motion slowly and with caution 8 Use weights or a weighted load carrier in accordance with ins
34. gging mower to prevent loss of fingers or hand Blade must be OFF except when cutting grass Set blade in highest position when mowing over rough ground Keep hands and feet away from rotating blade underneath deck NEVER place foot on ground while BLADE is ON or machine is in motion Deflector or entire grass catcher must be in place NEVER point discharge at people passing cars windows or doors Slow down before turning 10 Watch out for traffic when near or crossing roadways OPERATION Continued From Previous Column 11 12 13 14 STOP engine immediately after striking an obstruction Inspect machine damage before resuming operation Mow only in daylight or with good artificial light Move motion control levers SLOWLY to maintain control during speed and directional changes Exercise CAUTION when pulling loads DO NOT pull loads greater than 300 pounds Avoid jack knifing DO NOT turn sharply repair MANTENAN T 10 11 12 13 14 15 Never 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 Keep engine free of grass leaves or excess grease to reduce fire hazard and engine overheating When draining fuel
35. h engine running Add fuel outdoors only with engine stopped and cool Clean spilled fuel from machine DO NOT smoke Practice operation of machine with BLADE 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 Keep people and pets a safe distance from machine Check shields deflectors switches blade controls and other safety devices frequently for proper operation and location Make sure all safety decals are clearly legible Replace if damaged Protect yourself when mowing and wear safety glasses long pants and substantial footwear Know how to STOP blade 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 OPERATION 1 2 3 Mount and dismount machine from left side Start engine from operator s seat if possible Make sure blade is OFF and parking brake is set STOP blade STOP engine set parking brake and remove key when leaving machine DO NOT operate machine unless properly seated with feet on feet rests or pedal s STOP BLADE and ENGINE and make sure blade has stopped before removing grass catcher or unclo
36. 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 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 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 1 KEEP children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult 2 DO NOT allow children in yard when machine is operated even with the blade OFF 3 DO NOT allow children or other passengers to ride on machine or on attachments even with the blade OFF They may fall and be seriously injured 4 DO NOT allow pre teenage children to operate machine 5 ALLOW only adults or responsible teenagers with mature judgment under close adult supervision to operate machine 6 BE SURE the area is clear of others before mowing and turn machine OFF if anyone enters the area 7T DO NOT mow in reverse unless absolut
37. is securely blocked Start engine Drive wheels should not rotate with traction control levers latched in the Neutral position If no rotation is observed the handlebar adjustment procedure is complete If wheels do rotate proceed to next step STOP ENGINE STEP 10 Wheel rotation will be stopped by adjusting the eccentric on the pump arms on the right and left pumps Turning the eccentric slightly clockwise or counter clockwise will synchronize the pump and traction controls for Neutral See Figure 3 11 To turn the eccentric first loosen the bolt in the pump control arm and the nut and bolt fastening the eccentric to the pump control arm With traction controls latched in Neutral start engine Turn eccentric slightly clockwise or counter clockwise until wheels stop rotating Tighten control arm bolts and eccentric nut and bolts Check for wheel rotation Repeat eccentric adjustment if needed TRACTION CONTROL SHIFT LEVER ARM DLEBAR LOOSEN BOLT CONNECTED TO CONTROL ARM LOOSEN BOLT amp NUT THAT CONNECTS ECCENTRIC TO CONTROL ARM ROTATE ECCENTRIC CLOCKWISE OR TANK HANDLEBA T COUNTERCLOCKWISE SUPPORT BRACKET SHOWN IN PHANTOM o _ D LEFT SIDE OF y up ad FIGURE 3 11 SECTION 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3 8 ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT Fixed Decks The Mower has three methods of adjusting cutting height listed as follows 1 Moving position of BLADE on cutter spindle shaft 2 Moving position of
38. lace and secure 4 Check condition of Cutter Deck Belt s If damaged replace with original part Refer to 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 Reservoir and add oil as needed to bring level up to but not over the FULL mark Refer to Engine Owner s Manual for oil specifications A WARNING A Use approved fuel container DO NOT smoke near open fuel container DO NOT fill fuel tank indoors or when engine is running Allow engine to cool for at least ten minutes before refilling Wipe off any spilled fuel before starting engine DO NOT run engine indoors 7 Add fuel to tank after pushing the machine outside where FUMES can be dissipated Make sure Fuel Tank Cap is tightened after refueling Refer to Engine Owner s Manual for Fuel specifications 3 1 3 BEFORE OPERATING Be thoroughly familiar with ALL controls and know how to use them before operating the mower Know beforehand how to STOP the Traction Drive Wheel Motors Mower Blades and Engine in preparation for a possible emergency SECTION 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3 2 STOPPING IMPORTANT Pulling backward on both Traction Controls back past Neutral position will cause the machine to back up 1 Pull back on both Traction Controls simultaneously towards handle bar Man
39. ment of machine return both Traction Controls to neutral and engage the Neutral Latch Lever SLOWLY SQUEEZE BOTH TRACTION CONTROLS AGAINST THE HANDLEBAR AT THE SAME TIME TO START REVERSE MOVEMENT FIGURE 3 6 WARNING Start mowing with a slow ground speed A 3 5 MOWER OPERATION 1 Hold Operators Presence Control OPC against handlebar 2 Move Blade Control Switch to ON position 3 Move Speed Control Lever forward selecting a slow travel speed SECTION 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3 5 MOWER OPERATION Continued from Previous Page 4 Move Engine Speed Control to the FAST Rabbit position Refer to Figure 3 4 5 While holding both Traction Controls in the neutral position release Neutral Latch Lever by pulling controls slightly backwards 6 Simultaneously and slowly release both Traction Controls Machine will begin to move forward 7 Adjust Speed Control Lever to a comfortable travel speed 8 Proceed to go forward while allowing machine to travel in a straight line If the machine has a tendency to veer towards the LEFT or RIGHT it can be brought back to a straight path by moving Speed Control Lever in the desired direction of travel Refer to Figure 3 5 9 Squeeze the appropriate Traction Control to turn the machine either LEFT or RIGHT 10 If either Traction Control is squeezed tightly against the handlebar it will cause the corresponding wheel to reverse direction and zero turn the machi
40. n or install new Air Filter Check and set Spark Plug gap Install new Spark Plug Install new Spark Plug Check and gap spark plug gap Replace Fuel Filter Clean or replace Filter Replace Fuel Filter Add Oil Clean Fins amp Screen Tighten Blade Mounting Bolts Sharpen and balance Blade Tighten Mounting Bolts Adjust cutting height Reduce travel speed 17 PAGE 8 7 8 8 8 See Engine Manual 6 See Engine Manual See Engine Manual 8 7 See Engine Manual See Engine Manual See Engine Manual See Engine Manual See Engine Manual See Engine Manual See Engine Manual 12 23 23 See Engine Manual 12 13 9 SECTION 4 SERVICE amp LUBRICATION CHART IN LINE FUEL FILTER Not Illustrated TRACTION CONTROL LEVERS iR Replace every 100 Lubricate each with Pump Oiler CONTROLS amp LINKAGES R de Before each mowing period coat all wear hand held oil can aT 4 points hinge points and sliding parts with medium duty oil ENGINE Change Oil Filter after first 5 hours of operation Change engine oil every 25 hours under normal conditions or daily under extreme dusty conditions Change Filter every 50 hours of operation INTERLOCK SWITCHES Inspect switches for ease of operation DO NOT LUBRICATE Clean AIR FILTER Foam Element every 25 hours Service PAPER ELEMENT every 100 hours HYDRAULIC OIL
41. ne BE CAREFUL WARNING A DO NOT use Rider Attachment Sulky on slopes DO NOT park machine on slopes A 3 6 MOWING AND TURNING ON 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 See Figure 3 7 2 Hillside mowing is accomplished by squeezing Traction Lever on the UPHILL SIDE of machine This helps prevent side slipping of mower 3 When turning mower on hillsides always turn toward the UPHILL SIDE of mower for better control and balance SQUEEZE TRACTION CONTROL LEVER ON UP HILL SIDE OF MOWER ALWAYS START AT BOTTOM OF HILL ALWAYS MOW ACROSS HILL NEVER UP amp DOWN ALWAYS TURN MOWER TOWARD HILL FIGURE 3 7 10 SWIVEL 3 7 HANDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT For operator comfort the height of the handlebars are adjustable to five different positions The handle height adjustment procedure is sensitive and the following procedures and WARNINGS must be followed very carefully A WARNING Several steps of the handle bar height adjustment procedure require that the engine be started Exercise extreme CAUTION when making adjustments while the engine is running to avoid HOT engine components rotating components run over or entrapment types of injuries IMPORTANT To complete this procedure a steel rod 5 16 diameter and 7 3 4 long will be required DO NOT
42. oth level surface turn the Ignition Key to STOP position remove Key disconnect Spark Plug Wire from Spark Plug and secure Wire away from Plug 2 Remove Blades A WARNING Take NOTE of the number of Blade Spacers tha 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 Refer to Figure 4 9 for Blade wear limits 23 4 Refer to the STANDARD REPLACEMENT BLADES chart above for correct SNAPPER replacement Blades 5 Should Blades be in acceptable condition sharpen at 22 to 28 degrees See Figure 4 10 HEAVY END OFBLADE 2210 28 BLADE BLADE TIP A 1 64 6 EDGE FIGURE 4 10 NOTE When sharpening Blades leave 1 64 untouched Razor sharp Blades will chip easily and dull quickly Commercial balancers are available and should be used in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 6 Balance each Blade after sharpening by grinding metal from the heavy end of the blade 7 Place the Blade mounting bolt into Blade and place Blade spacers over bolt Make certain each blade is installed with the same amount of spacers removed 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 4 11 11 Torque each Blade mounting bolt and nut to 70 80 foot
43. ows the charge charge condition using either a hydrometer or voltmeter level as measured by syringe float hydrometer digital 1 Using a voltmeter voltage readings appear instantly voltmeter and five ball hydrometer to show the state of charge Remember to hook the positive lead to the battery s positive terminal and the negative lead to the negative terminal 14 SECTION 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3 17 NEW BATTERY PREPARATION 1 Remove battery from carton 2 Place battery in a well ventilated area on a level non concrete surface 3 Remove battery cell caps Fill cells as required with electrolyte purchased separately to proper level Fill to 3 16 above cell plates Filling battery with electrolyte will bring the battery to 8096 charged state 4 With cell caps removed connect battery charger to battery terminals RED to positive and BLACK to negative terminal IMPORTANT 3 16 above cell plates is the recommended level However do not try to measure this dimension Never place anything in battery other than specified electrolyte A WARNING DO OVERFILL A WARNING A Never attempt to service or charge the battery while it is installed in the machine Never use BOOST chargers on the battery 5 Slow charge the battery at 1 amp for 2 hours to bring the battery to full charge 6 After charging check level of electrolyte and add as needed to bring level to 3 16 above cell plates
44. pounds e AIR LIFT HEIGHT S ADJUSTING SPACERS E m BLADE ioe BEVELED WASHER TIGHTEN TO 70 80 MOUNTING FOOT POUNDS BOLT FIGURE 4 11 SNAPPER 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For one 1 year 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 and SNAPPERZRIDER ride on commercial equipment have a three 3 year limited warranty against defects in material or workmanship or both All transportation costs incurred 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
45. some engines 1 both internally and externally Internally 6 Safety Inter e In proper position dirt will quickly ruin an engine and externally lock Switches wires properly connected It will cause overheating and resulting internal 7 Switch amp e Switch On Q damages Damage caused by Improper lubri Blade Contro Blade controi properly cation poor air cleaner service or overheating positioned on walk mower 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 e Properly installed and satisfactory service with minimum maintenance torqued cost The prestart checklist In the next column e Sharpened and instructions in your Snapper Operator s 11 Muffler Good condition Manual are designated to help you keep your Not clogged Snapper in top operating condition with e Grass amp leaves cleaned away minimum effort 28 SERVICE NOTES 29 Safety Instructions amp Operator s Manual for SNAPPER PRO HYDRO MID SIZE WALK BEHIND MOWERS SERIES 0 A W ARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm SNAPDPER GA 30253 U S A MANUAL No 4 3799 RE
46. tended to be used as a park brake Never park machine on slopes 3 LEFT HAND TRACTION CONTROL FIGURE 2 1A ENGINE SPEED CONTROL VIEW OF CONTROL PANEL Rear of Machine FROM OPERATOR S POSITION B KEY SWITCH STOP Do ATeneo fli RELEASED M NEUTRAL LATCH NEUTRAL LATCH WILL NOT HOLD MACHINE ON SLOPE TO ROLL MACHINE TURN BOTH PRESSURE RELIEF VALVES COUNTER CLOCKWISE p TURN PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE LEFT HAND PUMP PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE FIGURE 2 1B SECTION 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3 1 PRE START CHECKLIST Make the following checks and perform the services as required before each start up IMPORTANT Before starting your SNAPPER Pro Hydro machine the hydraulic reservoir and engine MUST be filled to the proper level with oil 3 1 1 HYDRAULIC OIL RESERVOIR Use SAE 10W 30 oil Fill reservoir with oil until the level comes to within 3 to 4 inches from the top of the filler neck See Figure 3 1 FILL CHECK CAP B HYDRAULIC OIL RESERVOIR 10W 30 OIL FIGURE 3 1 3 1 2 ENGINE OIL Add oil as needed to bring up to but not over the FULL mark Refer to the Engine Owner s Manual for oil specifications 1 If required make cutting height adjustments Refer to ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT 2 Check tires and add air as needed to bring pressure to 25 psi in front tires and 12 15 psi in rear tires 3 Check Guards Deflectors and Belt Covers to make sure all are in p
47. tructions supplied with a grass catcher DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 10 degrees 18 grade when equipped with grass catcher 9 DO NOT put your foot on the ground to try to stabilize the machine 10 DO NOT mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding 11 DO NOT mow under any condition where traction steering or stability is doubtful without first test driving over the terrain with blade OFF 12 Operator Protective Structures are available for this machine through your local Snapper dealer PREPARATION 1 Read this manual get to know where all controls are located and practice how to use them before starting for the first time and at the beginning of each season Read and follow Warnings and Instructions on engine and machine Read and follow operators manual and instructions furnished with attachments 2 Only mature responsible persons shall operate the machine and only after proper instruction 3 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 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PREPARATION Continued From Previous Page 4 10 11 12 13 Handle fuel with extra care Fuels are flammable and vapors are explosive Use only an approved fuel container Never remove fuel cap or add fuel wit
48. ually engage the Neutral Latch Lever See Figure 3 2 LEFT HAND RIGHT HAND TRACTION TRACTION CONTROL CONTROL NEUTRAL LATCH LEVER FIGURE 3 2 2 Move Blade Clutch Control Switch to OFF position 3 Move Throttle Control to SLOW Turtle Position 4 Stop Engine by turning Keyswitch to STOP position Always park machine on level surface 3 3 STARTING AND OPERATING 3 3 1 ENGINE START ENGINE AS FOLLOWS 1 Turn Fuel Tank Shut Off Valve ON 2 Move Blade Clutch Control Switch to OFF position 3 Be sure Right Hand and Left Hand Traction Controls are latched in NEUTRAL position 4 Pull Choke Control Knob if so equipped shown attached to Fuel Tank and Handle Support Bracket on Left Hand side of machine all the way out to CHOKE position See Figure 3 3 5 Move Throttle Control to FAST CHOKE position if so equipped See Figure 3 4 6 Manual Start Models Turn Keyswitch to RUN position 7 Manual Start Models Pull Starter Rope until Engine starts 8 Electric Start Models Turn key to the START position until engine starts NOTE If after 5 seconds of cranking the engine and it does not start release the key make sure the blade switch control is in the OFF position and traction controls are latched in the neutral position Attempt starting again after waiting for approximately 20 seconds 9 Push Choke Control Knob all the way in and move Throttle Control to FAST position CHOKE CONTROL F
49. wing adverse effects It doesn t take long to service an air cleaner Follow the specific instructions in the engine AI owner s manual for the type filter used Pre n improperly serviced dirt vent dirt from falling into the carburetor intake clogged air cleaner will 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 Increase fuel consumption several common types are cause power loss result in hard starting create smoke from unburned fuel produce carbon build up Internally foul spark plug electrodes score cylinder walls burn valves wear out the engine pre 0 maturely ay 10 COST YOU MONEY E a 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 26 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE 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 be removed at least once each season or more often 5 A under dry dusty conditions 0 for a thorough cleaning of fins 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 filter will ruin the engine Fallure to keep external surfaces clean not only presents fire hazards
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