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Snapper SGV13321KW Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

Snapper SGV13321KW Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

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MODEL DESIGNATION
MODEL TYPE
ENGINE HP *
S – Snapper
GV – Model Designation
Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your PRO SERIES 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.
COPYRIGHT © 2005
SNAPPER – A Division of Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION
S
GV
13
13 – 13 Engine HP
32 – 32" Cutting Deck
PRO SERIES
WALK BEHIND
32
1
KW
1 – Series Designation
KW – Kawasaki Engine
MANUAL No. 7-8176 (I.R. 1/24/05)
MOWER
SERIES 1
MODEL
SGV13321KW
ENGINE TYPE
SERIES DESIGNATION
DECK SIZE

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  • Page 1 S – Snapper GV – Model Designation Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your PRO SERIES 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.

  • 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 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PREPARATION (Continued From Previous Page) 11. Protect yourself when mowing and wear appropriate clothing including safety glasses, long pants, ear protection, hardhat and substantial footwear with good traction. Long hair, loose clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts. 12.

  • 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 ...2-4 TABLE OF CONTENTS ... 5 SECTION 1 – FAMILIARIZATION ...6-7 SECTION 2 – DECAL IDENTIFICATION...7-8 SECTION 3 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ...9-14 Before Operating... 9 Controls & Their Functions...9-10 Pre-Start Checklist... 11 Starting Engine ...11-12 Machine Movement...12-14 Cutting Blade Operation...

  • Page 6: Section 1 - Familiarization

    All SAFETY messages on the PRO SERIES WALK BEHIND MOWER and its attachments before operating. SNAPPER recommends MACHINE to an authorized SNAPPER dealer annually for inspection and addition of any new devices which might upgrade the safety of the mower. FUEL FUEL TANK...

  • Page 7: Section 2 - Decal Identification

    SECTION 1 – FAMILIARIZATION ENGINE SPEED CONTROL/ LEFT HAND CHOKE CONTROL TRACTION LOCK LEFT HAND OPERATOR’S PRESENCE CONTROL (OPC) LEFT HANDLE GRIP LEFT HAND TRACTION LEVER REVERSE TRANSMISSION LOCKOUT SHIFT LEVER LEVER SECTION 2 – DECAL IDENTIFICATION BLADE CLUTCH KEY SWITCH SWITCH CONTROL LOCATIONS FIGURE 1.2...

  • Page 8: Section 2 – Decal Identification

    SECTION 2 – DECAL IDENTIFICATION DANGER! ROTATING BLADES KEEP CHILDREN AND OTHERS OUT OF THE MOWING AREA HEARING PROTECTION CAUTION! OPEN BELT DRIVE DANGER! ROTATING BLADES TRANSMISSION SHIFT INDICATOR IMPORTANT SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...

  • Page 9: Section 3 - Operating Instructions

    SECTION 3 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING DO NOT allow operation of the machine by untrained personnel. IMPORTANT! BEFORE OPERATING: Be thoroughly familiar with all controls and how to use them before operating the machine. Know beforehand how to STOP machine motion, mower blades and engine in preparation for possible emergencies.

  • Page 10: Controls & Their Functions

    SECTION 3 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CONTROLS & THEIR FUNCTIONS (continued) 3.1.4. KEY SWITCH The Key Switch provides or cuts power to the engine. See Figure 3.4. 1. To run engine, turn key to ‘RUN’. 2. To stop engine, turn key to ‘STOP’. ENGINE “STOP”...

  • Page 11: Pre-Start Checklist

    SECTION 3 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.2 PRE-START CHECK LIST Make the following checks and perform the services as required before each start-up: 1. If required, make cutting height adjustments. Refer to Section “CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT”. 2. Check tires and add air as needed to bring pressure to 25 psi in front and 12-15 psi in rear tires.

  • Page 12: Starting Engine

    SECTION 3 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.3 STARTING ENGINE - (Continued from previous page) Move Engine Speed Control fully up to CHOKE position. See Figure 3.13. FIGURE 3.13 Turn Key Switch to RUN position. See Figure 3.14. FIGURE 3.14 Pull Recoil Starter Handle and Engine should start. See Figure 3.15.
  • Page 13 SECTION 3 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.4 MACHINE MOVEMENT - (Continued from previous page) NOTE: Releasing the Operator’s Presence Control (OPC) while Transmission is in GEAR and/or Blades are ON will ground the Ignition Circuit and cause the Engine to STOP, allowing the Machine to travel only a few feet before coming to a complete STOP.

  • Page 14: Section 3 – Operating Instructions

    SECTION 3 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.4 MACHINE MOVEMENT - (Continued from previous page) NOTE: Releasing the Operator’s Presence Control (OPC) while Transmission is in GEAR and/or Blades are ON will ground the Ignition Circuit and cause the Engine to STOP, allowing the Machine to travel only a few feet before coming to a complete STOP.

  • Page 15: Section 4 - Troubleshooting

    SECTION 4 – TROUBLESHOOTING 4.1 ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM Engine...Key OFF..Turn Key to Run. does not...Fuel Tank empty... Fill Fuel Tank. start...Fuel Shut-Off Closed..Open Fuel Shut-Off..Engine Speed Control not at FAST (Rabbit) position... Move Engine Speed Control to FAST ...Engine NOT Choked.

  • Page 16: Mower Troubleshooting

    Obstructed..Engine overloaded... Set engine speed to FAST and reduce 4.3 TRANSMISSION TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM Unit is ...Gearing is overly noisy - chatter, etc... Return to Authorized Snapper Dealer Noisy...Worn Gears..Worn Bearings - mainly Input Shaft ...Ball Bearing. Unit Jumps ...Teeth of Gears are worn beyond tolerances... Return to Authorized Snapper Dealer Out of Gear.

  • Page 17: Section 5 - Maintenance

    ...Change Engine Oil and Filter... More often if needed..Replace Air Filter..More often if needed..Inspect Fuel Filter..Replace with SNAPPER P.N. 1-4359..Lube Traction Levers..One Shot General Purpose Grease..Grease Caster Wheel Bearings..General Purpose Grease.

  • Page 18: Section 6 - Adjustments & Repairs

    SECTION 6 – ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIRS 6.1 LOWER TRACTION ROD ADJUSTMENT If mower does not stop firmly when Traction Levers are squeezed, or if mower veers to one side when Traction Levers are squeezed, one or both lower traction rods should be adjusted as follows: 1.

  • Page 19: Handle Height Adjustment

    SECTION 6 – ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIRS 6.4 HANDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The operator handle can be adjusted for operator comfort as follows: 1. Loosen the two bolts on either side of handle assembly. See Figure 6.4. 2. Raise or lower handle to desired height. 3.

  • Page 20: Cutting Height Adjustment

    SECTION 6 – ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIRS WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blades. Lock Traction Levers. Disconnect spark plug wires from spark plugs and secure wires away from spark plugs. Engine and components are HOT.

  • Page 21: Transmission Belt Adjustment & Replacement

    SECTION 6 – ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIRS WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blades. Lock Traction Levers. Disconnect spark plug wires from spark plugs and secure wires away from spark plugs. Engine and components are HOT.

  • Page 22: Traction Belt Replacement

    Model and Serial Number of Power Unit and Mower Attachment. mower to an authorized SNAPPER Dealer on a yearly basis for inspection and addition of any new devices which might upgrade the performance and safety of your mower.

  • Page 23: Cutting Blade Service: Removal, Sharpening, Balancing & Replacement

    3. Clean and inspect each Blade for excessive wear and damage. Refer to Section “BLADE WEAR LIMITS”. 4. Refer to the STANDARD REPLACEMENT BLADE chart above for correct SNAPPER Replacement Blades. 5. Should Blades be in acceptable condition, sharpen at 22 to 28 degrees. DO NOT sharpen beyond original cutting edge.

  • Page 24: Section 7 - Electrical

    SECTION 7 – ELECTRICAL BLACK ENGINE WIRING SCHEMATIC FOR PISTOL GRIP HANDLE & ELECTRIC BLADE BRAKE CLUTCH TRANS SWITCH (SEE NOTE) RED (16 GA) ENGINE ELECTRIC CLUTCH ELECTRIC CLUTCH BLUE 15A FUSE GREEN GREEN BLACK (SEE NOTE) OPC L.H. YELLOW TRANSMISSION BLACK FIGURE 7.1...

  • Page 25: Warranty And Product Registration

    For two (2) years from purchase date for the original purchaser's use, SNAPPER, through any authorized 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 26 Date of Purchase ________________________________________________________ Retailer_________________________________________________________________ Retailer’s Phone Number _________________________________________________ It is very important that you register your purchase with Snapper to ensure warranty coverage. Please mail your product registration card to: Snapper at P.O. Box 1379, McDonough, Georgia 30253. Or you may register on line at www.snapper.com.

  • Page 27: Primary Maintenance

    PRIMARY MAINTENANCE...
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  • Page 30: Primary Maintenance

    PRIMARY MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 31 NOTES...
  • Page 32 Read, Understand, and Follow all warnings and instructions in this manual, the engine manual, and on the machine, engine and attachments. If you have any questions about your Snapper product, contact your local authorized Snapper dealer or contact Snapper Customer Service at Snapper, McDonough, GA.

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