Operation - Snapper 1690393 Operator's Manual

Operation
CONTROLS
Figure 5 shows the location, name, and operation of the
tiller controls.
Item Name
Operation
A Lift Lever To raise tiller to transport position,
press button (on top), pull lever all the
way back & release button. To lower,
press button & allow lever to go for¬
ward slowly. To till at different depths,
set the lift lever at different notches.
B Tiller Clutch To engage the tiller, pull lever fully for-
Lever ward. To disengage the tiller, push
lever to the rear.
Figure 5. Controls
£ CAUTION
After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,
disengage the PTO, and remove the key. Inspect the
tiller for damage before starting.
CHECKS BEFORE STARTING
1. Make sure all covers and guards are in place.
Make sure all nuts, bolts, pins, and clips are
secure.
2. The tiller must be lubricated before first use and
every four hours of operation. If required, see
instructions in Normal Care section.
3. Clear the work area of any items that could be
caught in the tiller.
TRANSPORTING
When transporting the tiller to and from the work area,
the tiller should be fully raised and the tiller clutch lever
should be fully rearward (disengaged). Adjust ground
speed according to condition of the ground surface.
TURNING OR BACKING WHEN TILLING
Before backing up or turning, raise the tiller untill it
clears the ground. Otherwise, the tiller can be damaged.
The weight of the tiller will reduce the weight on the front
tires. Front counterweights are recommended to restore
normal turning ability.
ENGINE SPEED & GEAR SELECTION
Most tilling is done in first gear with engine speed set
between 3/4 to full speed. Ground speed can be increased
by increasing engine speed or selecting second gear. The
tiller drive speed is determined by engine speed.
Since the tiller drive speed is directly related to engine
speed, it is not desirable to adjust engine speed to control
ground speed. Set the engine speed according to the
desired tiller drive speed and control ground speed by
selecting the approximate gear.
OPERATION ON SLOPES
For your personal safety, always operate up and down
the face of slopes, never across the face. Use slow ground
speed. Use extreme caution when changing direction. Do
not start or stop suddenly.
On slopes greater than 15 percent (8.5°) use a front
counterweight. Never operate on slopes greater than 30
percent (16.7°) which is a rise of three feet in ten feet
forward.
STARTING & STOPPING
To start tilling, engage the tiller clutch then lower the
tiller. Slowly release the tractor clutch to move forward.
The tiller will work into the soil. Engage the tiller clutch
only when it is out of the ground.
To stop tilling, push the clutch lever rearward. Raise the
tiller into transport position. The tiller will also stop
when the tractor clutch is disengaged.
TILLING SUGGESTIONS
Plan the pattern before beginning. When the land
contour permits, it is best to travel in the longest direction
to minimize turning.
The tiller will dig deeper with slow ground speed. It is best
to alter the depth on succeeding passes until the desired
depth is reached. Making passes crossways to the pre¬
vious pass usually helps break sod into fine particles.
In soft, loose soil, it may be possible to till to desired
depth in one pass.
Adjust engine speed according to soil conditions.
In sod or hard soil, use a high engine speed. If the tiller
does not have enough power to bite into the soil, it may
propel the tractor forward.