Section 1 - Familiarization - Snapper PRO GEAR EXPRESS SPE1250KW Safety Instructions And Operator's Manual

SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION
OPERATOR'S
PRESENCE
CONTROL (OPC)
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TRANSMISSION SHIFT
LEVER
TRACTION OPERATOR'S
PRESENCE
LOCK KEY CONTROL (OPC)
SWITCH
LH. TRACTION
LEVER
R.H. TRACTION
LEVER
CAP
BELT
COVER
COVER
RETAINING
KNOBS
SPEED
CONTROL
STARTER ROPE
AIR FILTER
MUFFLER
DECK COVER
41D ...
DECK
(36"SHOWN)
DISCHARGE
DEFLECTOR
CASTER
WHEEL
ASSEMBLY
DECK HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENTSPACERS
FRONT TIRES
FIGURE 1.1
1.1 INTRODUCTION
This manual has been prepared for the operator's of the
SNAPPER PRO GEAR WALK BEHIND MOWER• Its
purpose, aside from recommending standard operating
procedures and routine service requirements, is to promote
SAFETY through the use of accepted operating practices•
Read, Understand and Follow the IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS on Pages 2 thru 4 of this manual and All
SAFETY messages on the PRO GEAR WALK BEHIND
MOWER and its attachments before operating• SNAPPER
recommends returning the MACHINE to an authorized
SNAPPER dealer annually for inspection and addition of any
new devices which might upgrade the safety of the mower.
1.2 NOMENCLATURE
It is recommended that all operator's of this equipment
become thoroughly familiar with the controls,
components, and operation of this machine before
operating. Specific details involving the engine are found
in the separate engine owner's manual. Study these
manuals before operating and keep both handy for future
reference. 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,
ENGINES - gasoline.
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