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MODEL DESIGNATION
REAR TINE MODEL
I – Intermediate Size Model
R – Rear Tine Type Model
Thank you for buying a SNAPPER product! Your Tiller was designed and built to provide long and satisfactory service.
Study this manual carefully before operating the Tiller and pay particular attention to the Important Safety Instructions
found herein. Keep in mind that a Tiller, like any other mechanical device, can be potentially dangerous if used
improperly. Following the instructions in this and the engine manual will help you continue to enjoy the trouble-free
operation expected of a SNAPPER.
COPYRIGHT © 1999
SNAPPER INC.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for
MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION
I
R
50 – 5 HP Engine (Horse Power)
INTERMEDIATE
REAR TINE TILLER
50
03
B
3 - Series Designation
MANUAL No. 2-8701 (REV. 2, 5/18/99)
SERIES 3
MODEL
IR5003B
NIR5003B
ENGINE MODEL
SERIES DESIGNATION
ENGINE HP
B – Briggs Engine
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- Page 1 R – Rear Tine Type Model Thank you for buying a SNAPPER product! Your Tiller was designed and built to provide long and satisfactory service. Study this manual carefully before operating the Tiller and pay particular attention to the Important Safety Instructions found herein.
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
If you have any questions pertaining to your tiller 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: Table Of Contents
Handlebar Adjustment... 6 Transporting... 6 Tilling Procedure... 6-7 SECTION 3 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR... 8-10 Service Parts & Assistance... 8 Standing Tiller On End ... 8 Tiller Lubrication... 8 Tiller Tines ... 9 Belt Adjustment & Replacement... 9 Off Season Storage... 10 WARRANTY ... -
Page 4: Section 1 - Familiarization
1.1 INTRODUCTION: This manual covers the recommended operating procedure and routine service requirements on SNAPPER Intermediate Rear Tine Tiller Model IR5003B. It is recommended that all operator’s of this Tiller become thoroughly familiar with the controls and proper operation of the unit before operating. Specific details involving the engine are found in the separate engine owner’s manual. -
Page 5: Section 2 - Operating Instructions
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 BEFORE OPERATING: Be thoroughly familiar with the operation of ALL controls and how to use them BEFORE operating your Tiller. Transmission shifting is done by shifting the WHEEL and TINE SHIFT LEVER into the desired position. -
Page 6: Handlebar Adjustment
Release the WHEEL and TINE CONTROL BAIL and lift the rear of the Tiller to take the weight off the DEPTH BAR (see Figure 7), then push the DEPTH BAR downward into notch setting CHOKE that allows the tines to clear the ground surface. -
Page 7: Tilling Procedure
Tiller could hang up underneath with the wheels spinning freely. Under this condition, lift the handle bar, then turn the tiller diagonally uphill to regain traction. THROTTLE FWD & TIL... -
Page 8: Section 3 - Adjustments & Repair
NEVER stand Tiller on end with the engine running! WARNING If the fuel tank is over half full when the Tiller is placed on end, gasoline may leak from the carburetor vent hole and drip down the outside surface of the engine creating a... -
Page 9: Tiller Tines
Section 3 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 3.4 TILLER TINES Your Snapper Tiller has right hand and left hand tines. Replace both tines if blades become bent or are badly worn or otherwise damaged. Use correct Snapper replacement tines. The tines are secured to the tine shaft with a shear bolt, Part No. -
Page 10: Off Season Storage
1. Drain gasoline from fuel system and drain the engine crankcase oil (refer to engine manual for details). 2. After standing the Tiller on end, check the plugs in the chain case for leakage. After extended period, some grease may seep thru upper bearing races. -
Page 11: Warranty
For three (3) 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 12: Primary Maintenance
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Page 16: Notes
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- Page 18 MODELS IR5003B & NIR5003B The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State WARNING: of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. COPYRIGHT © 1999 SNAPPER INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED MANUAL No. 2-8701 (REV. 2, 5/18/99)