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EUROPEAN MODEL
MODEL DESIGNATION
ENGINE HP
DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE
CUTTING WIDTH
E – European Model
LT – Lawn Tractor Model Designation
145 - 14.5 HP Engine Horse Power
H – Hydrostatic Transmission
33 – 33" Cutting Width Mower
Thank you for buying a SNAPPER product! Before operating the Lawn Tractor, read and follow the
"IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" on pages 2 & 3, all other instructions contained in this manual and the
accompanying booklet "About Power Mower Safety". Lawn mowers and all power equipment can be potentially
dangerous if used improperly. REMEMBER: SAFETY REQUIRES CAREFULL USE IN ACCORDANCE WITH
INSTRUCTIONS AND COMMON SENSE!
COPYRIGHT © 1999
SNAPPER INC.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for
MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION
E
LT
145
HYDROSTATIC DRIVE
H
33
F
F – Series Designation
B – Briggs & Stratton Engine
V – Over Head Valve Type Engine
EUROPEAN
LAWN TRACTOR
SERIES F
MODELS
HYDROSTATIC DRIVE
ELT145H33FBV
B
V
SERIES DESIGNATION
MANUAL No. 7-2834 (I.R. 8/24/99)
ENGINE TYPE
ENGINE MODEL
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- Page 1 H – Hydrostatic Transmission 33 – 33” Cutting Width Mower Thank you for buying a SNAPPER product! Before operating the Lawn Tractor, read and follow the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” on pages 2 & 3, all other instructions contained in this manual and the accompanying booklet “About Power Mower Safety”.
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
If you have any questions pertaining to your machine which your dealer cannot answer to your satisfaction, call or write the Customer Service Department at SNAPPER, McDonough, Georgia 30253. Phone: (1-800-935-2967). -
Page 3: Operation
14. Have machine serviced by an authorized SNAPPER dealer at least once a year and have the dealer install any new safety devices. 15. Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts to assure that original standards are maintained. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... 2-3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ... 4 SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION ... 5-7 Components ...5 Controls ...5 Decals / Symbols ... 6-7 SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ... 8-12 Pre-start Checklist ...8 Operator’s Seat Adjustment ...8 Starting & Stopping Engine ... 9-10 Starting &... -
Page 5: Section 1 - Familiarization
COMPONENTS nomenclature drawings above, essential components of the SNAPPER Lawn Tractor. It is recommended that all operators of this equipment become thoroughly familiar with the components and their operation BEFORE OPERATING. Specific details involving the engine are found in the separate Engine Owner’s Manual. -
Page 6: Decals / Symbols
Series F Lawn Tractor before attempting any operation of the tractor. If any operator has difficulty in understanding certain symbols incorporated in the decals, an authorized SNAPPER dealer should be contacted for explanation. CAUTION DECAL 16973... - Page 7 Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION – DECALS / SYMBOLS B71.1-1998 CERTIFICATION DECAL 7-2920 CHOKE RABBIT ”FAST” TURTLE “SLOW” FRAME INSTRUCTIONS DECAL HEIGHT OF CUT DECAL 4-6218 CONSOLE DECAL 2-8561 RABBIT “FAST” TURTLE “SLOW” NEUTRAL LOWEST HEIGHT REVERSE OF CUT HIGHEST HEIGHT OF CUT SHIFT COVER DECAL ENGINE...
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Page 8: Section 2 - Operating Instructions
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 PRE-START CHECKLIST Make the following checks and perform service as required before each start-up. 2.1.1. Check tires and add air as needed to bring pressure to 12 P.S.I. in front tires and 12 P.S.I. in rear tires. -
Page 9: Starting & Operation
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3 STARTING & OPERATION 2.3.1. STARTING ENGINE 1. Take a comfortable position in seat of machine, look around to make sure that the area you are going to mow is clear of people, children and pets. Take note of any stationary obstacles! NOTE: The interlock system will prevent the engine from starting if the blade engagement lever is in the "ON"... -
Page 10: Starting & Stopping Wheel Drive
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3 STARTING & OPERATION (continued) 2.3.2. STARTING WHEEL DRIVE 1. Shift speed control lever to neutral. 2. Start engine. Refer to Section “STARTING ENGINE”. 3. Release clutch/brake pedal. 4. Slowly shift speed control lever forward for forward motion or to the rear for reverse motion. -
Page 11: Setting Park Brake
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.4 STOPPING 2.4.3. STOPPING MOWER BLADE 1. Stop mower blade by moving blade engagement lever to the "OFF" position. See Figure 2.11. FIGURE 2.11 WARNING Once blade is disengaged, it should come to a complete stop in 5 seconds or less. continues to rotate after 5 seconds, the blade brake must be adjusted. -
Page 12: Operating Instructions
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.6. ROLLING TRACTOR WITH ENGINE OFF Rolling Hydro Models 1. With engine "OFF", move to rear of tractor. 2. Pull the roll release control all the way out to disengage the hydro transmission. See Figure 2.15. PULL ROLL RELEASE CONTROL ALL THE WAY OUT TO DISENGAGE... -
Page 13: Section 3 - Maintenance
SNAPPER dealer annually for inspection and addition of any new devices, which might upgrade the safety of the Tractor. For the nearest SNAPPER dealer in your area, check the yellow pages under the heading LAWN MOWERS. For engine parts and service, look for the engine manufacturer’s dealers under the heading,... -
Page 14: Check Deck Drive Belt
Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.2.3. CHECK 33" DECK DRIVE BELT 1. With engine "OFF", move blade engagement lever to "ON". 2. Measure blade cable extension spring. Spring should extend 1" +/-1/8" for proper belt tension. See Figure 3.3. BLADE CABLE EXTENSION SPRING X + 1”... -
Page 15: Lubrication (Tractor)
Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.3.4. TRACTOR LUBRICATION 1. Front Wheel Bearings Lubricate each front wheel bearing through the grease fitting on wheel hub. Using general purpose grease in a grease gun, add grease until grease purges from bearing. See Figure 3.5. FRONT WHEEL BEARING LUBRICATION FITTING... -
Page 16: Steering Tie Rod
Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.3.4. TRACTOR LUBRICATION (Continued From Previous Page) 7. Steering Tie Rod Lubricate both ends of steering tie rod with a small amount of 30 wt. motor oil from an oil can. See Figure 3.9. FIGURE 3.9 8. -
Page 17: Fuel Filter
3.4.3. SPARK PLUG Remove and replace engine spark plug. Refer to engine owner's manual for correct replacement plug and gap specifications. 3.4.4. HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION OIL The hydrostatic transmission does not require maintenance. problems immediately to a Snapper dealer. arise return... -
Page 18: Section 4 - Adjustment & Repair
WARNING Blades must stop rotating in 5 seconds or less after blades have been turned off. DO NOT operate machine until blade brake has been repaired and functioning properly. Contact your SNAPPER dealer for assistance. 4.2.1. BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT The blade brake when properly adjusted will stop blade rotation in 5 seconds or less when the blade engagement lever is moved to the OFF position. -
Page 19: Blade Belt Adjustment
Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR 4.2.2. BLADE BELT ADJUSTMENT – 33” Deck (Continued from previous page) IMPORTANT: If deck front to rear level is not correct, this could cause blade belt problems. Move blade engagement lever to "ON". Measure blade cable extension spring. Spring should extend 1"... -
Page 20: Adjusting Mower Blade
Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. -
Page 21: Side To Side
Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. -
Page 22: (Deck Level Adjustment) Brake Adjustment - Hydro Drive
Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR 4.3 TRACTOR DRIVE COMPONENTS 4.3.1. BRAKE ADJUSTMENT 1. To be properly adjusted, the brake should stop the tractor in approximately 6 feet from top speed when the clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed. 2. Adjust brake when necessary as follows: 3. -
Page 23: Shifter Adjustment
Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR 4.3.3. SHIFTER ADJUSTMENT (Continued from previous page) 4. Loosen mounting nuts. 5. Move the speed control lever until it is in direct relation to the neutral “N” position on quadrant. See Figure 4.16. SPEED CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL FORWARD SPEEDS... -
Page 24: Mower Blade Sharpening
Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR 4.4.2. (NINJA) BLADE WEAR LIMITS The ninja recycling blade requires more frequent service intervals than standard blades. Check for excessive wear and damage before each use. See Figure 4.19. WEAR LIMIT. (CRACKS OR NOTCHES BEGIN TO APPEAR) DANGEROUS CONDITION! DO NOT USE ON MOWER! -
Page 25: Mower Blade Replacement
Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR 4.4.5. 33" M OWER BLADE REPLACEM ENT (Continued) 6. Install new blade, part number 3-4168, onto blade mounting bar. 7. Torque 30 to 40 ft lbs. 4.4.6 TRACTION DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT It is necessary to remove deck in order to replace belts. - Page 26 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR Traction drive belt removal (Continued from previous page) 2. Slide belt guide assembly to the rear and remove. 3. Disconnect traction belt idler pulley spring from tractor frame. See Figure 4.27. RIGHT REAR TRACTOR FRAME DISCONNECT SPRING FROM...
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Page 27: Deck Belt Removal & Replacement
Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR Traction drive belt replacement (Continued from previous page) NOTE: When installing a new belt, make certain the stationary idler is mounted in the hole closest to the L.H. side of the tractor. See Figure 4.30. 4. -
Page 28: Battery Installation
Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR 4.5 BATTERY 4.5.1. BATTERY REMOVAL 1. Raise operator's seat. 2. Remove the two adjusting knobs. 3. Remove seat assembly and move forward. Use care not to disconnect wires from seat switch. See Figure 4.34. REMOVE ADJUSTING KNOBS AND MOVE SEAT FORWARD... -
Page 29: Battery Testing
Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT OVERFILL! DO NOT attempt to service or charge the battery while it is installed on the machine. DO NOT use “BOOST” chargers on the battery. 4.5.5. BATTERY TESTING There are two types of battery tests: Unloaded and Loaded. -
Page 30: Adjustments & Repair
Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES The SNAPPER Series F LAWN TRACTOR can be equipped with a variety of accessories that increase its versatility. The accessories available for each model are listed in the chart below. Contact an authorized SNAPPER dealer for ordering any of the accessories desired. -
Page 31: Section 5 - Electrical System
SECTION 5 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Figure 5.1 illustrates typical harness routing on some Snapper Lawn Tractors. Use this when locating various electrical components. TO BATTERY NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL TO BATTERY POSITIVE (+) TERMINAL HEADLIGHT SWITCH BLADE ENGAGEMENT LEVER SWITCH SOLENOID... -
Page 32: Electrical System
SECTION 5 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SCHEMATICS BRIGGS & STRATTON WITHOUT LIGHTS BRIGGS & STRATTON WITH LIGHTS FIGURE 5.2 FIGURE 5.3... -
Page 33: Troubleshooting Guide
1. Service battery. 2. Replace fuse. 3. Clean and check connections for good contact. 4. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 5. Release Start key and repeat attempt. If starter continues to spin contact Engine Dealer. 1. Move blade engagement switch to “OFF”. -
Page 34: Troubleshooting Guide
6. Replace traction drive belt. 1. Move switch to the “ON” position. 2. Adjust mower belt. 3. Replace mower belt. 4. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 1. Bring to proper pressure. 2. Adjust cutting height. 3. Move engine speed control to “FAST”. -
Page 35: Maintenance Schedule
Trans. Oil *Change oil every 25 hours when operating under heavy load or high temperatures. **Clean more often under dusty conditions or when air debris is present MAINTENANCE PARTS TRACTOR MODEL No. ELT145H33FBV MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE EACH REFERENCE PAGES Page 8... -
Page 36: Year Limited Warranty
This warranty does not apply to parts that have been damaged by accident, alteration, abuse, improper lubrication, normal wear, or other cause beyond the control of SNAPPER. This warranty does not cover any machine or component part that has been altered or modified changing safety, performance, or durability. -
Page 37: Service Notes
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- Page 40 HYDROSTATIC DRIVE SERIES F Snapper products are built using engines that meet or exceed all applicable emissions requirements on the date manufactured. The labels on those engines contain very important emissions information and critical safety warnings. Read, Understand, and Follow all warnings and instructions in this manual, the engine manual, and on the machine, engine and attachments.
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