Section 1: Operational Procedures; Introduction Section; Pre-Start Checklist - Snapper RT5 Series Service Manual

SECTION 1: OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES
FIG. 1. 1 ■ RTS START-STOP CONTROL
INTRODUCTION - SECTION 1.
This first section covers some generai operating pro¬
cedures for the RTS and RTS series tiliers. This infor¬
mation is from the Operator's Manuais furnished
with new units. Refer to the Operator's Manuais for
compiete details.
PRE-START CHECK LIST
CHECK ENGINE OIL and bring level up to full (refer
to engine manual for oil specifications).
CHECK AIR CLEANER and service according to in¬
structions in Engine Manual.
CHECK EXTERNAL SURFACES and remove dirt,
dust accumulation and clean tines as needed.
CHECK GUARDS to make sure all are in proper posi¬
tion and securely tightened.
FILL FUEL TANK where fumes will be safely
dissipated. Refer to engine manual for fuel
specifications.
FIG. T. 3 - RTS CLUTCH CONTROL
STARTING-STOPPING
The driving wheels and tines with TiNE CONTROL
engaged (figure view B) are engaged by moving the
CLUTCH CONTROL up to the handle bar. Before
atempting to start the engine, check to make sure
the CLUTCH CONTROL Is in disengaged position
away from the handle bar. The engine starting¬
stopping control is locate on the front left side of the
engine. Operate engine as follows:
STEP 1: On cold start, move the engine control all
the way forward to CHOKE position.
STEP 2: Pull rope starter out in smooth steady mo¬
tion until engine runs. Guide rope starter handle
back to engine rather than allowing it to snap back.
STEP 3: Allow brief warm up period then move
engine control rearward out of full forward (choke)
position to desired speed setting.
STEP 4: To stop engine, move engine control rear¬
ward to STOP position.
FIG. 1. 2 - RTS TINE CONTROL
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FIG. 1. 4 - RTS CONTROL PANEL