Snapper LT-200 Series Operator's Manual

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Page 1 LT-200 Series 18.5HP Hydro Tractors 38” Mower Decks Mfg. No. Description Mfg. No. Description 2690440 LT18538, 18.5HP & 38” Mower Deck 1694888 38” Mower Deck 2690497 ELT18538, 18.5HP & 38” Mower Deck (CE) 1694977 38” Mower Deck (CE) 2690518 LT18500, 18.5HP 2680577 LT18538, 18.5HP &...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Safety Rules & Information.........4 Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service..30 Troubleshooting the Tractor ........30 Identification Numbers........9 Troubleshooting the Mower ........31 Safety Decals .............10 Battery Charging ...........32 Safety Icons ............11 Seat Adjustment............32 Features & Controls ..........12 Brake Adjustment..........32 Control Functions ..........12 PTO Clutch Adjustment ........33 Parking Brake Function.........14 Fuse Replacement ..........34...
Page 4: Safety Rules & Information
Safety Rules & Information Operating Safety Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is misused, or not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember, you are responsible for your safety and that of those around you.
Page 5: Safety Rules And Information
Safety Rules and Information Slope Operation You could be seriously injured or even killed if you use this unit on too steep an incline. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep or where you don’t have adequate traction can cause you to lose control or roll over.
Page 6 Safety Rules & Information Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.
Page 7: Ignition System
Safety Rules and Information SLOPE OPERATION WARNING Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip- Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6 percent over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. (10°) which is a rise of 3-1/2 feet (106 cm) vertically in Operation on all slopes requires extra caution.
Page 8 Safety Rules & Information SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Safe Handling of Gasoline 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other 13. If the fuel tank must be drained, it should be drained sources of ignition. outdoors. 2. Use only approved gasoline containers. 14.
Page 9: Identification Numbers
Identification Numbers Identification Numbers Product Identification Tag North American / Model / Modéle / Model xxxxxxxx CE Models Serial / Sèrie / Serie xxxxxxxxxx Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, L.L.C. Milwaukee, WI 53201 USA Tractor ID Tag Part No. xxxxxxx CE Models PRODUCT REFERENCE...
Page 10: Safety Decals
Safety Decals Safety Decals All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and instructional messages on your rider and mower should be carefully This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro- read and obeyed. Personal bodily injury can result when vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect these instructions are not followed.
Page 11: Safety Icons
Safety Icons Decal Locations Operating Instructions, Operating Instructions, North American Models, CE Models, Part No. 1723175 Part No. 1734879 - OR - 1723175 CE - Danger, Rotating CE - Danger, Rotating Ignition Switch Blades Part No. 1720389 Blades, Part No. 1720389 Positions Part No.
Page 12: Features & Controls
Features & Controls Figure 1. Controls Control Functions The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mowing require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the OPERATING THE TRACTOR section.
Page 13 Features & Controls Mower Height of Cut Adjustment Reverse Mowing Option (RMO) The mower cutting height adjustment lever controls the The Reverse Mowing Option allows for mowing (or use mower cutting height. The mower cutting height can be of other PTO driven attachments) while traveling in set to one of seven positions between 1-1/4”...
Page 14: Parking Brake Function
Features & Controls Parking Brake Function Applying the Parking Brake - See Figure 2. To lock the parking brake, release the ground speed pedals (A), fully depress the brake pedal (B), pull UP on the parking brake knob (C), and then release brake pedal. Releasing the Parking Brake - See Figure 2.
Page 15: Operating The Tractor
Operating the Tractor General Operating Safety Safety Interlock System Be sure to read all information in the SAFETY RULES Tests AND INFORMATION section before attempting to oper- ate this unit. Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the unit. This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches and other safety devices.
Page 16: Stopping The Tractor & Engine
Operating the Tractor Stopping the Tractor & Engine Mowing in Reverse 1. Return the ground speed control(s) to neutral. If an operator chooses to mow in reverse, the RMO sys- tem can be used. To use the Reverse Mowing Option 2.
Page 17: Mower Deck Removal & Installation
Operating the Tractor Mower Deck Removal & Installation WARNING Engage parking brake, disengage PTO, stop engine and remove key before attempting to install or remove the mower. Removing the Mower Deck 1. Park tractor on a hard, level surface such as a con- crete floor.
Page 18: Adjusting Mower Cutting Height
Operating the Tractor Adjusting Mower Cutting Height The cutting height lift lever (A, Figure 7) controls the mower cutting height. The cutting height is has seven positions between approximately 1-1/4” and 4” (3,2-10 cm). Attaching a Trailer The maximum horizontal drawbar force allowed is 280 Nm.
Page 19: Regular Maintenance
Regular Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE & PROCEDURES The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your tractor and mower. SAFETY ITEMS Before Every 5 Every Every Every Spring Each Hours & Fall Hours Hours Hours Check Safety Interlock System •...
Page 20: Check / Clean Oil Cooler
Regular Maintenance Safety Interlock System Check Battery Maintenance Service Interval: Every Fall & Spring WARNING Check the function of the safety interlock system using When removing or installing battery cables, the test procedure found on Page 15 of this manual. If disconnect the negative cable FIRST and reconnect the tractor fails any of the tests, see your dealer.
Page 21: Transmission Identification
Regular Maintenance Transmission Identification To determine what transmission is in your tractor, check the identification tag attached to the axle of the transmis- sion (Figure 11), or check your tractor’s illustrated parts list. Transmission Maintenance TUFF TORQ K46Z 10010101 10010101010 K46 Maintenance The K46 is a sealed unit and does not require regular maintenance.
Page 22: Lubrication
Regular Maintenance Lubrication Oil: Service Interval: Every 25 Hours • foot pedal rods & brackets Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 14- • seat adjustment assembly 16 as well as the lubrication points listed. Generally, all • draglink moving metal parts should be oiled where contact is •...
Page 23: Lubricate Rear Axes
Regular Maintenance Figure 16. Lubricate Deck Linkage (38” shown) Figure 15. Arbor Lubrication Points Lubricate Rear Axle Shafts Service Interval: Yearly We recommend removing the rear wheel hubs and lubri- cating the axle shafts yearly. This prevents the wheel hubs from seizing onto the axle shaft and makes future service easier.
Page 24: Servicing The Mower Blades
Regular Maintenance WARNING For your personal safety, do not handle the sharp mower blades with bare hands. Careless or improper handling of blades may result in serious injury. WARNING For your personal safety, blade mounting capscrews must each be installed with two spring LOOSEN washers or a hex washer and spring washer, then securely tightened.
Page 25: Check & Fill Engine Oil
Regular Maintenance Check & Fill Engine Oil Service Interval: Before each use, and every 8 hours. 1. Turn the engine off, and set the parking brake to PARK. 2. Clean the area around the dip stick (C, Figure 22 or 23).
Page 26: Oil Drain Valve Operation
Regular Maintenance Oil Drain Valve Operation 1. Place a suitable container with a 4 quart capacity under the oil drain valve (A, Figure 22 or 23). 2. Loosen or remove the dip stick (C, Figure 22 or 23). 3. Wipe oil drain valve (B, Figure 24) and cover (C) with paper towel or rag.
Page 27: Air Filter & Pre-Cleaner Service (Briggs & Stratton Twin Cylinder Models)
Regular Maintenance Air Filter & Pre-Cleaner Service BRIGGS & STRATTON TWIN CYLINDER MODELS Service Interval: Pre-Cleaner: Every 25 hours or as required. Air Filter: Every 50 hours or as required. Replacement Interval: Pre-Cleaner: As required. Air Filter: Every 200 hours or once per season. Air Filter Removal &...
Page 28: Air Filter & Pre-Cleaner Service (Briggs & Stratton Single Cylinder Models)
Regular Maintenance Air Filter & Pre-Cleaner Service BRIGGS & STRATTON SINGLE CYLINDER MODELS Service Interval: Pre-Cleaner: Every 25 hours or as required. Air Filter: Every 50 hours or as required. Replacement Interval: Pre-Cleaner: As required. Air Filter: Every 200 hours or once per season. Air Filter Removal &...
Page 29: Replace Spark Plug
Regular Maintenance Replace Spark Plug Service Interval: Yearly Spark Plug Gap: .030” (.76 mm) Replacement Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC 1. Stop the engine and allow it to cool. 2. See Figure 31or 32. Clean the area around the spark plug. 3.
Page 30: Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Troubleshooting WARNING While normal care and regular maintenance will extend To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance on the life of your equipment, prolonged or constant use the tractor or mower only when the engine is may eventually require that service be performed to stopped and the parking brake engaged.
Page 31: Troubleshooting The Mower
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Tractor Troubleshooting Cont. Tractor drive belt slips. 1. Pulleys or belt greasy or oily. Clean as required. 2. Belt stretched or worn. See your dealer. 3. Idler pulley pivot bracket Remove idler pulley bracket, clean and lubricate. “frozen”...
Page 32: Battery Charging
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Seat Adjustment The seat can be adjusted forward and back. Move the lever (A, Figure 33), position the seat as desired, and release the lever to lock the seat into position. Battery Charging WARNING Keep open flames and sparks away from the battery;...
Page 33: Pto Clutch Adjustment
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service PTO Clutch Adjustment WARNING To avoid serious injury, perform adjustments only with engine stopped, key removed and tractor on level ground. Check the PTO clutch adjustment after every 250 hours of operation. Also perform the following procedure if the clutch is slipping or will not engage, or if a new clutch has been installed.
Page 34: Fuse Replacement
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Fuse Replacement The fuse is a 20-amp blade type automotive fuse located behind the battery on the steering tower. Replace only with the same rated fuse, 20-amp. To replace the fuse: 1. Open the hood and locate the fuse holder (B, Figure 36) and fuse (A).
Page 35: Leveling The Mower
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service WARNING 3/8” - 1/2” Before checking mower, shut off PTO and engine, max in remove the key, and allow all moving parts to high cut stop. Leveling The Mower If the cut is uneven, the mower may need leveling. Unequal or improper tire pressure may also cause an uneven cut.
Page 36: Mower Belt Replacement
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Mower Belt Replacement To avoid damaging belts, DO NOT PRY BELTS OVER PULLEYS. Note: It is not necessary to remove the mower to install a new belt. However, for easier access mower can be removed. See “Mower Deck Removal” in the OPERAT- ING THE TRACTOR section.
Page 37: Specifications
Specifications ENGINE: CHASSIS: LT Series 22 HP* Briggs & Stratton Fuel Tank Cap. Capacity: 3.5 Gallons (13,2 L) Make Briggs & Stratton Rear Wheels Tire Size: 22 x 10-8 Model Intek Inflation Pressure: 10-12 psi (,68 bar) Horsepower 22 @ 3600 rpm Rear Wheels Tire Size: 20 x 8.0-8 Displacement...
Page 38: Parts & Accessories
Additional copies of this manual are available, as well as Replacement parts are available from your authorized dealer. Always use genuine Snapper Service Parts. fully illustrated parts lists. These manuals show all of the product’s components in exploded views (3D illustrations...

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Snapper LT-200 Series Operator's Manual

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