Snapper 2691382-00 Operator's Manual page 22

WARNING
!
DO NOT operate machine if Reverse Lockout
Mechanism is not functioning properly. Contact your
dealer immediately for assistance.
Battery Maintenance
Perform battery maintenance as required. Refer to
"Battery".
Mower Deck Levelness
Check the mower deck for proper level. Adjust as
required. Refer to "Mower Deck Adjustment – Levelness".
Clean Mower Deck
WARNING
!
DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service
or repairs with the engine running. STOP engine. STOP
blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove
spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from
plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious
burns, allow all parts to cool before working on machine.
Fuel Filler Cap and vent must be closed securely to pre-
vent fuel spillage.
1. Check the fuel level in the tank. If over 3/4 full, remove
the tank. Refer to "Removing Fuel Tank". If 3/4 or less,
proceed to the next step.
2. Carefully stand the Rear Engine Rider on the rear bum-
per.
3. Clean the underside of the mower deck, removing all
accumulation of grass clippings and debris.
4. Clean the top of the deck, removing all grass clippings
and debris.
Fuel Filter
IMPORTANT: Service the fuel filter on a COLD ENGINE
ONLY!
IMPORTANT: To stop the flow of fuel, the fuel tank (C,
Figure 25) may be removed from the bracket and set on
the floor so the fuel level will be below the filter. Refer to
"Removing Fuel Tank".
1. Remove the hose clamps (B, Figure 25) from the fuel
filter (A).
2. Remove the fuel lines from filter. Discard the filter.
3. Install a new fuel filter.
4. Reinstall the fuel tank into the bracket (if removed).
5. Carefully reinstall the fuel clamps.
6. Check the fuel system for leaks.
Lubrication – Grease Fittings
The following components on the Rear Engine Rider are
equipped with grease fittings and require periodic lubrica-
tion. Apply General Purpose grease (NLGI No.2) with a
grease gun.
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1. Mower Blade Spindle
!
1. Follow the WARNING statement found on this page.
2. Check the fuel level in tank. If over 3/4 full, remove the
tank. Refer to "Removing Fuel Tank". If 3/4 or less, pro-
ceed to the next step.
3. Carefully stand the Rear Engine Rider on the rear bum-
per.
4. Lubricate the spindle grease fitting (A, Figure 26) with
three shots of general purpose grease from a grease
gun.
NOTE: Some models are equipped with sealed spindle
bearings, which do not require lubrication.
IMPORTANT: If the Rear Engine Rider will be on its rear
bumper for longer than two hours, remove the battery.
Refer to "Battery Removal".
2. Front Wheel Bearing
Lubricate the front wheel grease fittings (A, Figure 27)
!
with five shots of general purpose grease, from a grease
gun.
3. Shift Lever
Lubricate the shift lever grease fitting (A, Figure 28) with
two shots of general purpose grease from a grease gun.
4. Rear Axle Bearing
1. The grease fitting (A, Figure 29) on the left rear axle
bearing requires three shots of general purpose grease
from grease gun.
2. The right rear axle bearing is lubricated by the
differential lubricant and requires no grease.
Lubrication - Mower Deck Linkage
Lubricate all mower deck linkage pivot points with a light
coat of motor oil.
Lubrication - Differential / Chain Case
1. Stand the rear engine rider on its rear bumper and
check the fill/level plug (A, Figure 30) on the differen-
tial (B) for cracks and wear. Replace the fill/level plug if
signs of wear are visible.
IMPORTANT: If the Rear Engine Rider will be on its rear
bumper for longer than two hours, remove the battery.
Refer to "Battery Removal".
2. To check lubricant, remove the fill/level plug and visu-
ally inspect for lubricant on the internal parts of the
differential. If no lubricant is visible on the internal parts
of the differential, add transmission grease as needed.
IMPORTANT: Overfilling of the differential with lubricant
will cause lubricant to leak onto drive components of the
Rear Engine Rider.
3. Check the fill/level plug (A, Figure 31) on the chain
case (B) for damage. If signs of wear or cracks are vis-
ible, replace with a new plug.
4. To check lubricant in the chain case, remove the fill/
level plug and look for lubricant on the internal compo-
nents of the chain case. If no lubricant is visible, add
transmission grease as needed.
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