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Snapper PRO HYDRO SPA361 Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

Pro hydro walk behind mowers mid-size series 3
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Safety Instructions
& Operator's Manual for
PRO HYDRO
WALK BEHIND MOWERS
MID-SIZE
SERIES 3
POWER
UNIT
MOWER
UNIT
MODELS
MODELS
SPLHI53KW
SPA361
SPLH173KW
SPA481
SPA521
SPA611
MODEL
NUMBER
EXPLANATION
I islPI
LIHIlSl
3 IK_Vl
MODEL DESIGNATION
ENGINE TYPE
MODEL TYPE
SERIES DESIGNATION
MODEL OPTION
ENGINE HP
DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE
S - Snapper Commercial
Model
P - Pro Mid Size Model
L - Loop Type Handle Model
H - Hydro Drive System
A - Adiustabte Cuttin 9 Deck
ENGINE HORSE POWER
15 - 15.0 Engine HP
17 - 17.0 Engine HP
CUTTING DECK WIDTH
36 - 36" Cutting
Deck
48 - 48" Cutting Deck
52 - 52" Cutting
Deck
61 - 61" Cuttin,q Deck
3 -Series
Designation
KW - Kawasaki
Engine
Thank you for buying
a SNAPPER
Product!
Before operating your PRO WALK BEHIND, read this manual
carefully and pay particular
attention to the "IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS"
on Pages 2 - 4. Remember
that all power
equipment can be dangerous if used improperly. Also keep in mind that SAFETY requires careful
use in accordance with the operating instructions
and common sense!
* Actual sustained equipment horsepower will likely be lower due to operating limitations and environmental factors.
SNAPPERMcDonough,
GA., 30253
U.S.A.
COPYRIGHT
© 2005
SNAPPER
A Division
of Simplicity
lqanufacturing
Inc
ALL RIGHTS
RESERVED
MANUAL No. 7100390 (I.R. 10/14/2005)
TP IO0-5125-1R-CW-N

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  • Page 1 I islPI MODEL DESIGNATION MODEL TYPE MODEL OPTION DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE ENGINE HORSE POWER S - Snapper Commercial Model P - Pro Mid Size Model 15 - 15.0 Engine HP L - Loop Type Handle Model 17 - 17.0 Engine HP...

  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    SNAPPER Keep Immediately, STOP blades, STOP engine, and Stop machine if anyone enters the area. under any condition DO NOT operate machine unless all shields, deflectors,...

  • Page 3: Operation

    IMPORTANT PREPARATION (Continued From Previous Page) 10. Protect yourself when mowing and wear appropriate clothing including safety glasses, long pants, ear protection, hardhat and substantial footwear good traction. Long hair, loose clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts. 11.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    15. Have machine serviced SNAPPER dealer at least once a year and have the dealer install any new safety devices. DO NOT allow untrained personnel to service the machine. 16. Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts to assure that original standards are maintained.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS ... SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION SECTION 2 - SAFETY MESSAGES, SYMBOLS AND CONTROLS ... Safety Messages and Symbols ... Engine Controls Blade and Traction Controls ... TO ROLL MACHINE - Pressure SECTION 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Pre-Start Checklist ...

  • Page 6: Important Safety Instructions

    Specific details involving the engine are found in the separate Follow manuals before operating and keep both handy for future on Pages 2 thru reference. For the nearest SNAPPER dealer in your area, check MOWERS. returning the engine ENGINES - gasoline.

  • Page 7: Section 2 - Safety Messages And Symbols

    SECTION 2 - SAFETY MESSAGES AND SYMBOLS ! IMPORTANT SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS THIS MANUAL, AND ON THE MACHINE, ENGINE AND ATTACHMENTS.
  • Page 8 SECTION 2 - SAFETY MESSAGES AND SYMBOLS I BLADES ENGAGED"ON" ''OFF''SQUEEZE LEFT TRACTION FOR LEFT TURN LEVER [ BLADES DISENGAGED "STOP ... ENGINE iLATC"_O NEUTRAL LATCH USE TO LATCH TRACTION LEVERS IN NEUTRAL READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL RUN" [ ENGINE FORWARD SPEED RANGE SETTING...
  • Page 9 SECTION 2 - SAFETY MESSAGES AND SYMBOLS DANGER! ROTATING BLADES KEEP CHILDREN AND OTHERS OUT OF MOWING AREA ENGINE AND COMPONENTS ARE HOT. ALLOW ALL PARTS TO COOL BEFORE ADJUSTING OR WORKING ON MACHINE DANGER! ROTATING BLADES...

  • Page 10: Engine Controls

    SECTION 2 - CONTROLS Before operating, become familiar controls (See Figure 2.1A) and how to use them. Know beforehand how to STOP the Right Hand and Left Hand Traction Wheel Blades, Engine preparation possible emergency. ENGINE CONTROLS - Engine Speed Control Keyswitch Operator's Presence Control (OPC) Engine Recoil Starter Handle (Not shown)

  • Page 11: Section 3 -Operating

    All safety devices must be in place and functioning properly before operating the machine. Perform the following interlock system checks periodically during the operating season. Contact your authorized Snapper dealer if you have questions. Ij , FLUID LEVEL MUST...

  • Page 12: Stopping

    SECTION 3 -OPERATING STOPPING IMPORTANT: Squeezing both Traction Levers back past Neutral position will cause the machine to back up. 1. Squeeze both Traction Controls towards handle until both Manually engage the Neutral Latch. See Figure 3.2. RIGHT HAND TRACTION LEVER NEUTRAL LATCH FIGURE 3,2...

  • Page 13: Traction Speed Control

    SECTION 3 -OPERATING WARNING The SNAPPER Pro Hydro Mowers have a Transport Speed, which allows the machine to travel forward speed of 6 MPH - it is NOT to be used while walking! Use the Transport Speed ONLY when the machine is...

  • Page 14: Mowing And Turning On Hillsides

    SECTION 3 -OPERATING MOWER OPERATION (Continued from Previous Page) 5. While holding both Traction Levers in the neutral position, release the Neutral Latch by squeezing both Traction Levers slightly rearward. 6. Simultaneously (and slowly), release Levers. Machine will begin to move forward. 7.

  • Page 15: Handle Height Adjustment

    SECTION 3 -OPERATING HANDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (Continued from previous page) STEP 3: Insert rod (5/16" diameter x 20" long) through alignment holes in the left and right traction control shift lever arms and the tank support should pass through both the left and right traction control shift lever arms.

  • Page 16: Cutting Height Adjustment (Fixed Decks)

    SECTION 3 -OPERATING CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (Fixed Decks) The Mower has three methods height listed as follows: 1. Moving position of BLADE on cutter spindle shaft. 2. Moving position of CASTER WHEEL on support. 3. Moving position of MOWER DECK on power unit. WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, service with the engine running.

  • Page 17: Adjusting Fixed Deck Attachment

    SECTION 3 -OPERATING 3.12 ADJUSTING FIXED DECK Mower Deck has four different attaching it to the power unit. The provides a cutting height range from 1 1/2" to 2 1/2", the middle low cut from 2 1/4" to 3 1/4", the middle high cut from 3"...

  • Page 18: Section 4 - Service

    SECTION 4 - ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM Engine Key OFF. does not Fuet Tank empty. start.. Fuel Shut-Off Closed. Engine Throttle Control not at FAST (Rabbit) position. Choke NOT closed. Spark Plug Wire loose or disconnected. Blade Clutch Switch in ON position. Spark Plug bad.

  • Page 19: Service & Lubrication Information

    SECTION 4 - SERVICE & LUBRICATION TRACTION LEVERS Lubricate each with 1-2 shots of grease every 25 hours of operation. INTERLOCK SWITCHES Inspect switches for ease of operation HYDRAULIC Use SAE 1OW-3O OiL HYDRAULIC FILTER Change Hydraulic Oil and Filter after first 25 hours of operation.

  • Page 20: Maintenance Replacement Parts

    Replace if Worn More often if needed More often if needed General Purpose Grease General Purpose Grease General Purpose Grease Replace with Snapper PIN 7014359 See Engine Manual See Engine Manual See Operator's Manual Use Medium Duty Oil Use SAE 10W-30 Oil.

  • Page 21: Electric Clutch Adjustment

    4,2,3, HYDRAULIC PUMP BELT REMOVAL 1. STOP ENGINE! Loosen and remove Nut from under the Spring Tensioner for Hydraulic Belt Idler Tensioner. Remove Spring from Bolt. See Figure 4.4. BOLT genuine Snapper Generally, RELIEF VALVE ON EACH PUMP TO RELEIVE SYSTEM FIGURE 4,3...

  • Page 22: Replacement Parts

    Move Remove key. Engine and burns, allow all The SNAPPER RANGES Speed, which allows the machine to travel forward at a speed of 6 MPH - it is NOT to be used while walking! and Neutral Latch Use the Transport Speed ONLY when the machine is...

  • Page 23: Traction Control Neutral Adjustment

    SECTION 4 - SERVICE 4.4 TRACTION CONTROL ADJUSTMENT Traction Control Neutral procedure is sensitive. The following WARNINGS must be followed very carefully. WARNING IMPORTANT: To complete this procedure a steel rod 5/16" diameter and 20" long will be required. DO NOT begin this procedure without it. 1.

  • Page 24: Section 5 - Mower Attachment

    SECTION 5 - MOWER ATTACHMENT 5.1 CUTTER DECK BELT INSTALLATION 5.1.1. 36" CUTTING DECK BELT REMOVAL Move Mower onto a smooth, level surface. Ignition STOP position, disconnect Spark Plug Wire and secure Wire away from Spark Plug. Remove Mower deck belt cover. Remove Idler Tension Spring and swing Idler away from belt.

  • Page 25: Cutting Blade Service

    11. Torque each Blade mounting bolt and nut to 70 - 80 foot-pounds. 61" DECK 7029251 remove Key, Nuts and on the_ wear SERVICE BLADE REPLACEMENT correct SNAPPER condition, sharpen HEAVY END 22° to 28° OF BLADE ORIGINAL CUTTING EDGE FIGURE 5.5 Blade mounting...

  • Page 26: Blade Inspection

    5.3 MOWER SPINDLES (Field Serviceable BEARING REPLACEMENT In the event that a spindle replacement, SNAPPER Spindles have been designed tools or presses are required. 1. Remove belt. Loosen blade nut and remove. Allow blade bolt, washer, blade and four spacers to drop down out of the spindle housing.

  • Page 27: Section 6 - Battery Service & Testing

    SECTION 6 - BATTERY SERVICE & TESTING WARNING Shield positive terminal with located on battery harness. This prevents metal from touching the positive terminal, sparks. Cables must connected terminals in the proper position. cable must go to the ( + ) terminal. BLACK (Negative) cable must go to the ( - ) terminal.

  • Page 28: New Battery

    SECTION 6 - BATTERY SERVICE & TESTING NEW BATTERY PREPARATION 1. Remove battery from carton. 2. Place battery in a well ventilated area on a level non- concrete surface. 3. Remove battery cell caps. FilI cells as required with electrolyte (purchased separately) Filling battery with electrolyte wilI bring the battery to...

  • Page 29: Year Limited Warranty

    For two (2) years from purchase date for the original purchaser's SNAPPER dealer will replace, free of charge (except for taxes where applicable), any part or parts found upon examination by the factory at McDonough, Georgia, to be defective in material or workmanship or both.
  • Page 30 Call the Snapper Customer REGISTRATION FOR YOUR PERSONAL RECORDS information on your Snapper register your purchase registration Georgia 30253. Call us at the Snapper and Model Number Relations FORM purchase) with Snapper to ensure card to: like to speak with a Customer...

  • Page 31: Maintenance

    PRIMARY MAINTENANCE can protect it! Snapper uses the best avail- able engines and components In their products In order to provide long, satisfactory service. However, proper • = care Is essential In "" prolonging engine life. Dirt Is your engine's enemy...

  • Page 32: Primary Maintenance

    Because of Its working environ- ment, the air available to your Snapper engine Is " heavily saturated with air- borne dirt particles. As the dirt particles are stopped, they build up and begin to clog the outside of the filter.
  • Page 33 Generally, wash foam-type filters In a dlshwashlng detergent and water solution. Rinse and wring dry, then saturate with oll and squeeze out excess. Failure to re-oil this type filter will ruin the engine. Clean paper elements by tapping lightly. Blowing with air will rUPture paper elements.
  • Page 34 2-cycis engine fuel, be sure the containers are clearly marked to avoid mix-up. Snapper 2-cycle englnas require a 32 to 1 mixture of gasoline and BIA ceritfisd TC-W aU such as Snapper's 2-cycle engine oil Many of the 2.cycis engine oils on the...

  • Page 35: Service Notes

    SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 36 Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for PRO HYDRO MID-SIZE WALK BEHIND MOWERS SERIES 3 Snapper products are built using engines that meet or exceed all applicable date manufactured. The labels on those engines contain very important emissions safety warnings. Read, Understand, manual, and on the machine, engine and attachments.

This manual is also suitable for:

Pro hydro spa521Pro hydro splhi53kwPro hydro spa481Pro hydro splh173kwPro hydro spa611

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