Section 1 - Familiarization - Snapper SPLH141KW Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION
RIGHT HAND
TRACTION
CONTROL
SPEED
CONTROL
LEVER
OPERATOR'S PRESENCE
CONTROL(OPC)
NEUTRAL
LATCH
LEVER
KEY
SWITCH
HYDRAULIC
PUMPS(Not
Shown)_
FILL/CHECK CAP
(Hydraulic Reservoir)
FUEL SHUT-OFF
VALVE (Not Shown)
LEFT HAND
TRACTION
CONTROL
BLADE CLUTCH
CONTROLSWITCH
SPEED
FILLER CAP
FILTER
REAR TIRES
DECK HEIGHT
COVER
RETAINING
KNOBS
HYDRAULIC
DRIVE MOTOR
(Behind Each
Rear Wheel)
WHEEL
ASSEMBLY
DISCHARGE
DEFLECTO
R
MUFFLER
COVER
DECK
(48"Shown)
FRONT
TIRES
FIGURE 1.1
1.1 INTRODUCTION
This manual has been prepared for the operator's of the
SNAPPER PRO HYDRO WALK BEHIND MOWER. It's
purpose, aside from recommending standard operating
procedures and routine service requirements, is to
promote SAFETY through the use of accepted operating
practices. Read, Understand and Follow the IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on Pages 2 & 3 of this manual
and All SAFETY messages on the PRO HYDRO WALK
BEHIND MOWER and its attachments before operating.
SNAPPER recommends returning the machine to an
authorized SNAPPER dealer annually for inspection and
addition of any new devices which might upgrade the
safety of the mower.
1.2 NOMENCLATURE
It is recommended that all operator's of this equipment
become thoroughly familiar with the controls,
components, and operation of this machine before
operating. Specific details involving the engine are found
in the separate engine owneCs manual. Study these
manuals before operating and keep both handy for future
reference. 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 manufactureCs dealers under the heading,
ENGINES - gasoline.