Starting The Engine; Stopping The Rider; Pushing The Rider By Hand - Snapper 500Z Series Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

Operation

Starting the Engine

WARNING
If you do not understand how a specific control
functions, or have not yet thoroughly read the
FEATURES & CONTROLS section, do so now.
Do NOT attempt to operate the tractor without first
becoming familiar with the location and function of ALL
controls.
1. While sitting in the operator's seat, engage the parking
brake by pulling the parking brake lever up, make sure
the PTO switch is disengaged (pressed down fully) and
the ground speed control levers are locked in the
NEUTRAL position.
2. NOTE: A warm engine may not require choking.
Set the engine throttle control to FULL throttle position.
Then fully close the choke by pulling the knob OUT fully.
3. Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it to
START.
4. After the engine starts, gradually open the choke (push
knob down fully). Reduce to half throttle speed and
allow to warm up.
Warm up the engine by running it for at least a minute
before engaging the PTO switch or driving the rider.
5. After warming the engine, ALWAYS operate the unit at
FULL THROTTLE when mowing.
In the event of an emergency the engine can be stopped
by simply turning the ignition switch to STOP. Use this
method only in emergency situations. For normal engine
shut down follow the procedure given in STOPPING THE
RIDER.

Stopping the Rider

1. Returning the ground speed control levers to the middle
position will stop rider movement. Pivot the levers
outward and lock them in NEUTRAL.
2. Disengage the PTO by pushing down on the PTO switch.
3. Engage the parking brake by pulling the handle up until
it locks into position.
4. Move the throttle control to mid-throttle position and
turn the ignition key to OFF. Remove the key.
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Pushing the Rider By Hand

NOTICE
DO NOT TOW RIDER
Towing the units will cause transmission damage. Do
not use another vehicle to push or pull this unit.
1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn the
ignition OFF, and remove the key.
2. Locate the transmission release levers (A, Figure 8)
located underneath the front of the fuel tanks.
3. Pull both transmission release levers back and down so
that they lock in the disengaged (free-wheel position)
(C).
4. Disengage the parking brake.
The tractor can now be pushed by hand.
5. After moving the tractor, re-engage the transmissions by
pulling the transmission release levers up and pushing
them forward to the engaged (drive) position (B).
A
B
Figure 8. Transmission Release Levers (LH shown)
A. Transmission Release Lever
B. Engaged Position (Drive Position)
C. Disengaged Position (Free-wheel Position)
C
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