Section 3 - Operating Instructions; Before Operating; Stopping Machine; Pre-Start Checklist - Snapper SPE361 Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

SECTION 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

3.1 BEFORE OPERATING

Be Thoroughly familiar with all controls and how to use
them before operating the machine. Know beforehand
how to STOP the Traction Wheel Drives, Mower Blades
and Engine in preparation for possible emergencies.

3.2 STOPPING MACHINE

1. 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.
2. Make sure that the Traction Lock has fully engaged
both the right and left Traction Levers.
3. Release Traction Levers slowly and with caution.
Remove thumb from Traction Lock.
4. Move Transmission Shift Lever to "Neutral".
5. Move Blade Clutch Switch down to the OFF position.
See Figure 3.1.
6. Move Engine Speed Control Lever to SLOW (turtle)
position. See Figure 3.1.
7. STOP ENGINE by turning Key Switch to "Stop"
position. Remove key. See Figure 3.1.
ENGINE
SPEED
CONTROL
BLADE CLUTCH
SWITCH
SHOWN IN OFF
POSITION
TRACTION LOCK
SHOWN IN TRACTION
LOCKED POSITION
FIGURE 3.1
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.
RIGHT HAND
TRACTION
LEVER
KEY SWITCH
SHOWN IN
STOP POSITION
3.3 PRE-START CHECK LIST
Make the following checks and perform the services as
required before each start-up:
1. If required, make cutting height adjustments. Refer
to Section "CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT"..
2. Check tires and adjust inflation pressure as needed.
Inflate front tires to 25 psi and rear tires to 12-15 psi.
3. Check Guards, Deflector, and Belt Covers to make
sure all are in place and secure.
4. Check Condition of Cutter Deck Belt(s).
aged, replace with original part. Refer to Section
"CUTTER DECK BELT REMOVAL".
5. Inspect condition of cutter blades. If worn or
damaged, replace before operating machine. Refer
to Section "Cutter Blade Service".
6. 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.
7. 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).
8. Add Fuel to tank after pushing the Mower outside
where fumes can be dissipated. Make sure Fuel
Tank Cap is tightened after refueling.
Engine manual for fuel specifications).
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 & OPERATING
3.4.1. ENGINE: START ENGINE AS FOLLOWS:
1. Turn Fuel Shut-Off Valve to the OPEN position. See
Figure 3.2.
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.
3. Place Transmission Shift Lever in
position. See Figure 3.3
4. Move Blade Clutch Switch down to the OFF position.
See Figure 3.1.
5. Move Engine Speed Control Lever to the CHOKE
position. See Figure 3.4.
6. Turn Key Switch to RUN position.
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If dam-
(Refer to
NEUTRAL (N)