Maintenance - Briggs & Stratton Snapper 2691382-00 Operator's Manual

IMPORTANT: DO NOT use the Reverse Lockout
Mechanism Override as the normal operating mode. To
return to the Reverse Lockout Mechanism mode, release
blade pedals to turn blade off. The Override will reset to
Reverse Lockout. Check the Reverse Lockout Mechanism
frequently for proper function. With the blade pedals
depressed, the shift lever must not go into reverse. DO
NOT operate machine if Reverse Lockout Mechanism is
not functioning properly. Contact your authorized dealer for
assistance.
DANGER
!
LOOK and SEE behind and down for children, pets and
hazards before and while backing.
BLADES must be turned off before backing machine.
DO NOT allow children on machine (even with blades
off) or in yard when mowing.
Discharge Deflector Installation
WARNING
!
DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service
or repairs with the engine running. STOP engine. STOP
blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove
spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from
plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious
burns, allow all parts to cool before working on machine.
Fuel Filler Cap and vent must be closed securely to pre-
vent fuel spillage.
1. Remove the nut (A, Figure 18) and washer (B) secur-
ing the bottom edge of the mulching cover (C) to the
mower deck.
WARNING
!
The mulching cover must remain on the machine at all
times. Do not remove.
2. Raise the mulching cover. Replace the washer and nut
onto the retaining bolt in the deck, tightening securely.
3. Install the discharge deflector (A, Figure 19) to the
mower deck, making sure that the slots (B) in the
deflector fit over the locking tabs (C) on the mulching
cover hinge bracket.
4. Lower the mulching cover.
5. To remove the discharge deflector:
• Raise the mulching cover.
• Lift and remove the discharge deflector from the
mower deck.
• Remove the nut and washer from the retaining bolt in
the deck.
• Lower the mulching cover, securing with the washer
and nut. Tighten securely.

Maintenance

Maintenance Chart
!
DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service
or repairs with the engine running. STOP engine. STOP
blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove
spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from
plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious
burns, allow all parts to cool before working on machine.
!
Fuel Filler Cap and vent must be closed securely to pre-
vent fuel spillage.
TRACTOR AND MOWER
Every 8 Hours or Daily
Check safety interlock system
Clean debris off tractor and mower deck
Clean debris from engine compartment
!
Every 25 Hours or Annually *
Check tire pressure
Check mower blade stopping time
Check tractor and mower for loose hardware
Every 50 Hours or Annually *
Clean battery and cables
Check tractor brakes
See Dealer Annually to
Lubricate tractor and mower
Check mower blades **
* Whichever comes first
!
** Check blades more often in regions with sandy soils or
high dust conditions.
WARNING
en
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