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Pre-start Checklist..........................................................................................................6
Starting & Stopping Engine, Blade & Wheel Drive ................................................7-10
Starting & Stopping Mower Blades .........................................................................9-10
Starting & Stopping Wheel Drive.............................................................................9-10
Parking Brake ...............................................................................................................11
Change Engine Oil ....................................................................................................13
Check Mower Blade ..................................................................................................13
Check Blade Drive Belt.............................................................................................14
Blade Brake ...............................................................................................................14
Check Interlock System............................................................................................14
Battery Fluid Level ....................................................................................................15
Mower Deck Levelness.............................................................................................15
Clean Mower Deck ....................................................................................................15
Service - Annually........................................................................................................17
Engine ........................................................................................................................17
Fuel Filter ...................................................................................................................17
Every Two Years...........................................................................................................17
Storage - Out of Season..............................................................................................17
Removing Fuel Tank ....................................................................................................18
Blade Brake Adjustment ..............................................................................................19
Mower Blade Replacement..........................................................................................23
Blade Sharpening.........................................................................................................23
Mower Drive Belt Removal/Replacement - 28" 30" & 33" Decks............................24
Battery Removal, Replacement, Service...............................................................25-27
ACCESSORIES .............................................................................................................27
TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................................................28-29
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...........................................................................................30
WARRANTY......................................................................................................................32
PRIMARY MAINTENANCE..........................................................................................33-36
IMPORTANT: The figures and illustrations in this manual are provided for reference only and
may differ from your specific model. Contact your Snapper dealer if you have questions.
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