Operating The Tractor; Safety Interlock System Tests; General Operating Safety; Adding Fuel - Snapper LT-200 Series Operator's Manual

Safety Interlock System Tests

This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches and
other safety devices. These safety systems are present for
your safety: do not attempt to bypass safety switches, and
never tamper with safety devices.
WARNING
If the unit does not pass a safety test, do not
operate it. See an authorized dealer.
Test 1 — Engine should NOT crank if:
• PTO switch is ON, OR
• Brake pedal is NOT fully depressed (parking brake
OFF), OR
• The cruise control lever is NOT in NEUTRAL.
Test 2 — Engine SHOULD crank and start if:
• Operator is sitting in seat, AND
• PTO switch is OFF, AND
• Brake pedal is fully depressed (parking brake ON),
AND
• The cruise control lever is in NEUTRAL.
Test 3 — Engine should SHUT OFF if:
• Operator rises off seat.
Test 4 — Check Mower Blade Stopping Time
Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a
complete stop within five seconds after electric PTO switch
is turned OFF. If mower drive belt does not stop within five
seconds, see an authorized dealer.
Test 5 — Reverse Mow Option (RMO) Check
• Engine should shut off if reverse travel is attempted if
the PTO has been switched on and RMO has not been
activated.
• RMO light should illuminate when RMO has been
activated.
Section Title

Operating the Tractor

On Two Lines

General Operating Safety

Be sure to read all information in the Safety and
Operation sections before attempting to operate this unit.
Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop
the unit.

Adding Fuel

WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and must be
handled with care. Never fill the tank when the
engine is still hot from recent operation. Do not
allow open flame, smoking or matches in the
area. Avoid over-filling and wipe up any spills.
Do not use gasoline containing
METHANOL, gasohol containing more than
10% ETHANOL, gasoline additives, or white
gas because engine/fuel system damage
could result.
1. Remove the fuel cap (A, Figure 3).
2. Fill the tank. Do not overfill. Leave room in the tank
for fuel expansion. Refer to your engine manual for
specific fuel recommendations.
3. Install and hand tighten the fuel cap.
Starting the Engine
1. Sit in the seat and lift UP the seat adjustment lever,
position the seat as desired, and release the lever to
lock the seat in position.
2. Fully depress the brake pedal or set the parking brake
with pedal fully depressed, pull UP on parking brake
knob, then release pedal.
3. Disengage PTO switch by pushing IN.
4. Move the throttle/choke control to the CHOKE
position.
5. Insert the ignition key and turn clockwise to the
START position and release the key as soon as the
engine starts.
6. After the engine starts, move the throttle/choke control
to half speed. Warm up the engine by running it for at
least 30 seconds.
7. Set throttle/choke control to the FAST position.
NOTE: In the event of an emergency, the engine can
be stopped by turning the ignition switch to STOP.
For normal engine shut down, follow the procedure in
"Stopping the Tractor & Engine."
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