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Snapper LT180H33 IBV Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

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MODEL DESIGNATION
ENGINE HP *
DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE
CUTTING WIDTH
LT – Lawn Tractor Model Designation
180 – 18.0 HP Engine Horse Power
H – Hydrostatic Transmission
Thank you for buying a SNAPPER product! Before operating the Lawn Tractor, read and follow the
"IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" on pages 2 thru 4, all other instructions contained in this manual and
the accompanying booklet "About Power Mower Safety". Lawn mowers and all power equipment can be
potentially dangerous if used improperly. REMEMBER: SAFETY REQUIRES CAREFUL USE IN ACCORDANCE
WITH INSTRUCTIONS AND COMMON SENSE!
NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice.
* Actual sustained equipment horsepower will likely be lower due to operating limitations and environmental factors.
COPYRIGHT © 2004
SNAPPER PRODUCTS INC.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for
MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION
LT
180
H
LAWN TRACTOR
HYDROSTATIC DRIVE
38
I
B
33 – 33" Cutting Width Mower
38 – 38" Cutting Width Mower
I – Series Designation
B – Briggs & Stratton
V – Over Head Valve Type Engine
SERIES I
MODELS
LT180H33IBV
LT180H38IBV
V
ENGINE TYPE
ENGINE MODEL
SERIES DESIGNATION
MANUAL No. 7-2862 (I.R. 6/16/04)

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  • Page 1 180 – 18.0 HP Engine Horse Power H – Hydrostatic Transmission Thank you for buying a SNAPPER product! Before operating the Lawn Tractor, read and follow the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” on pages 2 thru 4, all other instructions contained in this manual and the accompanying booklet “About Power Mower Safety”.

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    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).
  • Page 3 14. Exercise CAUTION when pulling loads. Limit loads to those you can safely control and attach loads to hitch plate as specified with SNAPPER attachment instructions. 15. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control.
  • Page 4 14. Have machine serviced by an authorized SNAPPER dealer at least once a year and have the dealer install any new safety devices. MAINTENANCE (Continued From Previous Column) 15.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Safety Interlock System Checks...17 IMPORTANT The figures and illustrations in this manual are provided for reference only and may differ from your specific model. Contact your Snapper dealer if you have questions. TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR...18-33 ...13...

  • Page 6: Section 1 - Familiarization

    MOWING DECK (33” SHOWN) COMPONENTS The nomenclature drawings above, illustrate the essential components of the SNAPPER Lawn Tractor. It is recommended that all operators of this equipment become thoroughly familiar with the components and their operation BEFORE OPERATING. Specific details involving the engine are found in the separate Engine Owner’s Manual.

  • Page 7: Operating Instructions

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 PRE-START CHECKLIST Make the following checks and perform service as required before each start-up. 2.1.1. Check tires and add air as needed to bring pressure to 12 P.S.I. in front tires and 12 P.S.I. in rear tires.

  • Page 8: Starting & Stopping Engine

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3 STARTING & OPERATION 2.3.1. STARTING ENGINE 1. Take a comfortable position in seat of machine, look around to make sure that the area you are going to mow is clear of people, children and pets. Take note of any stationary obstacles! NOTE: The interlock system will prevent the engine from starting if the blade engagement lever is in the "ON"...

  • Page 9: Starting & Stopping Wheel Drive

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3 STARTING & OPERATION (continued) 2.3.2. STARTING WHEEL DRIVE 1. Shift speed control lever to neutral. 2. Start engine. Refer to Section “STARTING ENGINE”. 3. Release clutch/brake pedal. 4. Slowly shift speed control lever forward for forward motion or to the rear for reverse motion.

  • Page 10: Parking Brake

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.4 STOPPING 2.4.3. STOPPING MOWER BLADE 1. Stop mower blade by moving blade engagement lever down to the "OFF" position. See Figure 2.11. FIGURE 2.11 WARNING Once blade is disengaged, it should come to a complete stop in 5 seconds or less.

  • Page 11: Rolling Tractor With Engine Off

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.6. ROLLING TRACTOR WITH ENGINE OFF 2.6.1. Rolling Hydro Models 1. With engine "OFF", move to rear of tractor. 2. Pull the roll release control all the way out to disengage the hydro transmission. See Figure 2.15. PULL ROLL RELEASE CONTROL ALL THE WAY OUT TO DISENGAGE...

  • Page 12: Reverse Lockout Mechanism

    DO NOT operate machine if Reverse Lockout Mechanism is not functioning properly. Contact your SNAPPER dealer immediately for assistance. LOOK and SEE behind and down for children, pets BLADES must be turned off before backing DO NOT allow children on machine (even with Reverse Lockout Mechanism Override Stop machine.

  • Page 13: Maintenance Instructions

    SNAPPER dealer annually for inspection and addition of any new devices, which might upgrade the safety of the Tractor. 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 manufacturer’s dealers...

  • Page 14: Check Mower Blade

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.2.3. CHECK MOWER BLADE (Continued) TORQUE 38” BLADES TO 70 TO 80 FT. LBS. FIGURE 3.3 3.2.4. CHECK 33" DECK DRIVE BELT 1. With engine "OFF", move blade engagement lever to "ON". 2. Measure blade cable extension spring. Spring should extend 1"...

  • Page 15: Mower Components

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.3.2. MOWER COMPONENTS 1. Check deck drive belt for proper tension. Refer to Section “CHECK DECK DRIVE BELT”. 2. Check blades for sharpness, wear, damage and torque. Refer Section REPLACEMENT”. 3. Check mower deck for proper levelness. Refer to Section “MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT - LEVELNESS”.

  • Page 16: Steering Drag Link

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 6. Steering Drag Link Lubricate both ends of steering drag link with a small amount of SAE30 oil. See Figure 3.10. FIGURE 3.10 3.3.4. TRACTOR LUBRICATION (Continued From Previous Page) 7. Steering Tie Rod Lubricate both ends of steering tie rod with a small amount of SAE30 oil.

  • Page 17: Service - Annually

    Perform the following interlock system checks periodically during the operating season. Contact your authorized Snapper dealer if you have questions. FUEL FILTER DO NOT operate machine if any safety interlock or safety device is not in place and functioning properly.

  • Page 18: Adjustments & Repair

    WARNING Blades must stop rotating in 5 seconds or less after blades have been turned off. DO NOT operate machine until blade brake has been adjusted and functioning properly. Contact your SNAPPER dealer for assistance. 4.2.1. BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT The blade brake when properly adjusted will stop blade rotation in 5 seconds or less when the blade engagement lever is moved to the OFF position.

  • Page 19: Blade Belt Adjustment (33" Deck)

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug.
  • Page 20 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR 4.2.4. ADJUSTING MOWER BLADE – 33” DECK (Continued from previous page) MEASURE THE DISTANCE BETWEEN DECK LIP AND BLADE TIP FIGURE 4.5 WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade.

  • Page 21: (Deck Level Adjustment) 33" Front To Rear Sector Plates

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot.

  • Page 22: (Deck Level Adjustment) 38" Side To Side

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot.

  • Page 23: (Deck Level Adjustment) 38" Front To Rear

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot.

  • Page 24: Steering Adjustment

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot.

  • Page 25: Traction Drive Belt Adjustment

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR 4.3.4. TRACTION DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT Should a gradual loss of traction be noticed, it may be necessary to adjust the traction drive belt tension. Adjust as follows: 1. Move tractor to a firm, level surface. 2.

  • Page 26: Mower Blade Service

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot.

  • Page 27: Mower Blade Replacement

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot.

  • Page 28: Traction Drive Belt Removal/Replace

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot.
  • Page 29 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot.

  • Page 30: Blade Belt Removal & Replacement

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot.

  • Page 31: Battery Service

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR 4.5 BATTERY NOTE: The battery in this machine is maintenance- free. It has been filled to the proper level with acid and is sealed. Do not attempt to open battery. 4.5.1. BATTERY REMOVAL 1. Raise operator's seat. 2.
  • Page 32 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt to charge the battery while it is installed on the machine. DO NOT use “BOOST” chargers on the battery. 4.5.5. BATTERY TESTING 1. Remove battery. Refer to section “BATTERY REMOVAL”. 2.

  • Page 33: Available Accessories

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES The SNAPPER Series H LAWN TRACTOR can be equipped with a variety of accessories that increase its versatility. The accessories available for each model are listed in the chart below. Contact an authorized SNAPPER dealer for ordering any of the accessories desired.

  • Page 34: Section 5 - Electrical System

    SECTION 5 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SCHEMATIC – WIRING HARNESS P.N. 2-8404 LT160H33IBV & LT160H38IBV SCHEMATIC – WIRING HARNESS P.N. 7-3998 LT150H38HKV...

  • Page 35: Troubleshooting Guide

    1. Service battery. 2. Replace fuse. 3. Clean and check connections for good contact. 4. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 5. Release Start key and repeat attempt. If starter continues to spin contact Engine Dealer. 1. Move blade engagement switch to “OFF”.
  • Page 36 6. Replace traction drive belt. 1. Move switch to the “ON” position. 2. Adjust mower belt. 3. Replace mower belt. 4. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 1. Bring to proper pressure. 2. Adjust cutting height. 3. Move engine speed control to “FAST”.

  • Page 37: Maintenance Schedule

    SUBJECT SERVICE TO BE PERFORMED Engine Check Oil Level Engine Initial Oil Change Engine Periodic Oil Change Air Pre-Cleaner Service Sponge Pre- Cleaner Element Air Cleaner Replace Element Spark Plug Replace Plugs Fuel Filter Replace Filter Engine Cooling Clean Shrouds & Fins System Battery Check State of Charge...

  • Page 38: Warranty

    For two (2) years from purchase date for the original purchaser's residential, non-commercial 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.

  • Page 39: Primary Maintenance

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  • Page 43: Product Registration Form

    Date of Purchase ________________________________________________________ Retailer ________________________________________________________________ Retailer’s Phone Number ________________________________________________ It is very important that you register your purchase with Snapper to ensure warranty coverage. Please mail your product registration card to: Snapper at P.O. Box 777, McDonough, Georgia 30253.
  • Page 44 HYDROSTATIC DRIVE SERIES I 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.

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