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EUROPEAN MODEL
CUTTING WIDTH
ENGINE HP
E - European Model
28 - 28" Cutting Deck
33 – 33" Cutting Deck
Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your machine, read this manual carefully and pay
particular attention to the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" on Pages 2 & 3. 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!
COPYRIGHT © 2001
SNAPPER INC.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for
REAR ENGINE RIDING MOWER
MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION
E
33
10 - 10.0 HP Engine
12 – 12.0 HP Engine
15
22
K
15 – 15.0 HP Engine
22 - Series Designation
EUROPEAN
SERIES 22
MODEL
E281022BE
E281222BE
E331522KVE
V
E
ENGINE OPTIONS
SERIES DESIGNATION
B - Briggs Engine
K – Kohler Engine
MANUAL No. 7-4391 (I.R. 2/19/01)
ENGINE TYPE
V - Overhead
Valve
E - Electric Start
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- Page 1 Valve E - Electric Start Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your machine, read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” on Pages 2 & 3. 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! COPYRIGHT ©...
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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 Inspect machine repair SNAPPER dealer at least once a year and have damage before resuming operation. the dealer install any new safety devices. 12. Operate machine only in daylight or with good 15. Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts artificial light.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
ACCESSORIES ..................29 TROUBLESHOOTING................30-31 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..............32 MAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT PARTS..........33 WARRANTY .................... 34 IMPORTANT: The figures and illustrations in this manual are provided for reference only and may differ from your specific model. Contact your Snapper dealer if you have questions... -
Page 5: Section 1 - Familiarization
This manual has been prepared for the operator’s of the The nomenclature drawing above, Figure 1.1, shows the SNAPPER Rear Engine Rider. Its purpose, aside from essential parts of the SNAPPER Rear Engine Rider. It is recommending standard operating procedures and recommended that all operator’s of this equipment... -
Page 6: Decals / Symbols
Section 1 – FAMILIARIZATION – DECALS / SYMBOLS KEY SWITCH BLADE ENGAGED POSITION POSITION SYMBOLS “ON” START ENGINE BLADE LEVER POSITION SYMBOLS BLADE DISENGAGED POSITION “OFF” ENGINE SPEED CONTROL SYMBOLS EUROPEAN COMMUNITY 29776 CHOKE POSITION GUARD WARNING 29784 RABBIT DO NOT operate without entire Grass “FAST”... - Page 7 Section 1 – FAMILIARIZATION – DECALS / SYMBOLS LOWEST TRACTION HEIGHT OF CLUTCH BATTERY CAUTION DECAL - 15691 PARK BRAKE HIGHEST CLUTCH/BRAKE HEIGHT OF DECAL - 2-8514 HEIGHT OF CUT DECAL - 46218 AUTOMATIC BLADE STOP DECAL - 24072 BATTERY STORAGE DECAL - 29948 SAFETY INSTRUCTION DECAL...
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Page 8: Section 2 - Operating Instructions
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST 2.2 OPERATOR’S SEAT ADJUSTMENT Make the following checks and perform the service 2.2.1. FRONT TO REAR ADJUSTMENT required before each start-up. 2.1.1. Check tires and add or release air as needed 1. -
Page 9: Starting & Stopping Engine, Blade & Wheel Drive
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3 STARTING & OPERATION TO START ENGINE, 2.3.1. ENGINE (ELECTRIC START) PUSH CLUTCH/BRAKE IMPORTANT: When the ignition key is turned to PEDAL ALL THE WAY “START”, the engine will turn over, but will not start DOWN unless the Clutch/Brake pedal is pressed all the way down, the Blade Lever is in the “Off”... - Page 10 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3 STARTING & OPERATION 5. Move engine speed control to the choke position 2.3.1. ENGINE (ELECTRIC START) (Continued) to start a cold engine. See Figure 2.6 8. Should the battery be too weak to start the engine, 6.
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Page 11: Starting & Stopping Mower Blades
Refer to Section “BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT” for adjustment procedures or return DEPRESS CLUTCH/BRAKE machine to an authorized SNAPPER dealer for PEDAL adjustment. DO NOT CONTINUE to operate machine until blade brake is adjusted and functioning properly. - Page 12 3 seconds, the blade brake must be adjusted. Refer to Section “BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT” for adjustment procedures or return machine to an authorized SNAPPER dealer for adjustment. DO NOT CONTINUE to operate machine until blade brake is adjusted and functioning properly.
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Page 13: Parking Brake
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.4 STOPPING - ENGINE, WHEEL DRIVE, BLADE 2.5. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 2.4.4. PARK BRAKE 1. Adjust cutting height as desired to any one of 1. Engage park brake by pushing clutch/brake pedal five positions using deck lift lever. Move deck lift lever up or down to desired cutting height and then “DOWN”... -
Page 14: Reverse Lockout Mechanism
Mechanism is not functioning properly. Contact your We realize that this could cause a change to your local Snapper dealer for assistance. previous mowing method but we encourage you to adjust to this new system. Do not defeat the Reverse Lockout Mechanism. -
Page 15: Section 3 - Maintenance Instructions
Remove the battery if the Rear Engine Rider will be the Rear Engine Rider. For the nearest SNAPPER left standing on the rear bumper for longer than 2 dealer in your area, check the yellow pages under the hours. -
Page 16: Check Blade Drive Belt
“BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT” or contact your 5. 28” and 30” Decks: Measure the belt spacing at SNAPPER dealer for assistance. idler pulley. See Figure 3.4. The belt spacing should be 1 1/4” but no less 1”. If the measurement 3.2.6. -
Page 17: Check Interlock System
1. Follow WARNING statement found on this page. DO NOT operate machine if interlock system is not 2. Check fuel level in tank. If over 3/4 full, remove functioning properly. Contact your SNAPPER dealer tank. Refer to Section “REMOVING FUEL TANK”. If immediately for assistance. -
Page 18: Front Wheel Bearing - Lubrication
Fuel Filler Cap and Vent differential. If no lubricant is visible on the internal must be closed securely to prevent fuel spillage. parts of the differential, add “SNAPPER Transmission” grease as needed. See Figure 3.8. 3.3.8. REAR AXLE BEARING - LUBRICATION IMPORTANT: Overfilling of the differential with 1. -
Page 19: Service - Annually
3. Install new fuel filter. See Figure 3.10. components of the chain case. If no lubricant is 4. Reinstall fuel tank into bracket. visible, add "SNAPPER Transmission” grease as needed. See Figure 3.9. HOSE CLAMPS... -
Page 20: Storage - Out Of Season
Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.7 REMOVING FUEL TANK WARNING Before removing fuel tank from rear engine rider, DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, move rider outdoors where fumes can be easily service or repairs with the engine running. Stop dissipated. Removal of the tank is accomplished engine. -
Page 21: Section 4- Adjustments And Repair
However, if there is difficulty in achieving these behind channel pivot until the 1-1/4” distance between adjustments and repairs, it is recommended that belt is maintained. See Figure 4.3. these repairs be made by an authorized SNAPPER dealer. 4.2.1. MOWER DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT SNAP-IN FRAME (FOR 28"... -
Page 22: Blade Brake Adjustment
3 seconds, the blade brake must be adjusted. Refer to Section “BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT” for adjustment procedures or return machine to an authorized SNAPPER dealer for FIGURE 4.5 adjustment. DO NOT CONTINUE to operate machine 4.2.3. -
Page 23: Mower Deck Adjustment (Front To Rear Levelness)
Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING FLOOR DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove FRONT REAR key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. -
Page 24: Wheel Brake Adjustment
Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR CHAIN WARNING CASE DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop CLUTCH engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove YOKE key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. -
Page 25: Mower Blade Replacement
Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 5. Inspect condition of blade. See Figure 4.11. WARNING 6. If blade is in good condition, sharpen at 22 to 28 DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, degrees. DO NOT sharpen beyond existing cutting service or repairs with the engine running. -
Page 26: Blade Drive Belt Removal/Replacement
Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 9. Route belt onto spindle pulley. Make sure belt is WARNING inside spindle belt guide and idler belt guide. Route belt as shown in Figure 4.15 or 4.16. DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, 10. -
Page 27: Battery Removal, Replacement, Service
Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING POSITIVE DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, TERMINAL INSULATOR POSITIVE (+) service or repairs with the engine running. Stop CABLE engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. - Page 28 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING WARNING The electrolyte (acid) produces a highly explosive gas. DO NOT attempt to charge battery while installed on the Keep all sparks, flame and fire away from area when Riding Mower. DO NOT use “BOOST” chargers on the charging battery or when handling electrolyte or battery.
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Page 29: Accessories
One Ball Floating 0% Charged Less than 1.100 Less than 11.80v Zero Balls Floating SNAPPER REAR ENGINE RIDER ACCESSORIES PART NO. DESCRIPTION OF KIT MODELS USED ON 6-0517........ Wheel Weight (8” Wheels) ....... All Rear Engine Riders 6-0601........ Smooth Start Clutch.......... All Rear Engine Riders 6-0697........ -
Page 30: Troubleshooting
3. Spark plug wire disconnected. 3. Place spark plug wire onto spark plug. 4. Faulty parking brake, blade or ignition switch. 4. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 5. Park brake not engaged. 5. Engage park brake. 6. Ignition is in the OFF position. - Page 31 2. Rubber drive disc is not tracking properly on 2. Adjust rubber drive disc. drive disc. 3. Tapered axle bolt and nut missing. 3. Replace with SNAPPER tapered bolt & nut. 4. Axle bearing seized. 4. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 5. Insufficient lubrication in chain case or 5.
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Page 32: Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE EACH EACH SUBJECT SERVICE REFERENCE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS SEASON TO BE PERFORMED PAGES Engine Check Oil Level Page 8 Engine Initial Oil Change Page 15 Engine Periodic Oil Change Page 17 Air Pre-Cleaner Service Sponge Pre- Engine Manual Cleaner Element Air Cleaner Replace Element... -
Page 33: Maintenance/Replacement Parts
MAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT PARTS MAINTENANCE PARTS Engine Speed Control (Briggs Engine) 2-4155 Clutch/Brake Cable 2-9913 Brake Cable 2-2344 25” Cutter Blade (Standard - Not Air Lift Compatible) 3-5619 25” Cutter Blade (Standard - Air Lift Compatible) 1-9518 25” Cutter Blade (Mulching) 1-6967 25”... -
Page 34: Warranty
For three (3) years from purchase date for the original purchaser's residential, non-commercial 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 35 SERVICE NOTES ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________...
- Page 36 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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