Operation; General; Checks Before Starting - Snapper SW20 Series Operator's Manual

Operatiofl
Operation
GeneralOperatingSafety
Before first time operation:
,. Be sure to read all information in the Safety and
Operationsections before attempting to operate this
unit.
,. Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop
the unit.
,. Drive in an open area without mowing to become
accustomed to the unit.
AWARNING
Never operate on slopesgreater than 15° which is a
rise of 5.4 feet (1,6 m) vertically in 20 feet (607 cm)
horizontally.
Select a slow ground speed before driving onto a
slope.
Mow across the face of slopes, not up and down, use
cautionwhen changingdirections and DO NOT START
ORSTOPONSLOPE.
_WARNING
Beforeleaving the operator'sposition for any reason,
engagethe parking brake, disengage the PTO, stopthe
engineand remove the key.
To reducefire hazard, keepthe engine, unit free of
grass, leaves and excessgrease. Do not stopor park
unit over dry leaves, grass or combustiblematerials.
Gasolineis highlyflammable and must be handled
with care. Never fill the tank when the engine is still
hot from recent operation. Do not allow open flame,
smokingor matchesin the area. Avoid over-filling and
wipe up any spills.
Checks Before
Starting
,. Checkthat crankcase is filled to full mark on the engine
oil dipstick (B, Figure3). See the engine Operator's
Manual for instructions and oil recommendations.
,. Fill the fuel tank (A) with fresh fuel. Refer to engine
manual for fuel recommendations.
,. Make sure all nuts, bolts, screws and pins are in place
and tight.
,. Checkthe tire pressures. See Check Tire Pressures.
,. Checkthe hydraulic oil tank (C) and make sure that the
oil level is up to the FULL COLD mark.
,. Adjust the height of the mower deck to the desired
position. See Mowing Height Adjustment,
Figure 3. Pro-start Checks
A. Fuel TankFiller Neck
B, Engine Oil Dipstick
C, Hydraufic Oil Fill
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