Table Of Contents - Snapper 281323BVE Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................ 2-4
TABLE OF CONTENTS ..................................................................................................... 5
SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION ...................................................................................... 6
SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................... 7-13
Pre-start Checklist ......................................................................................................... 7
Operator's Seat Adjustment ......................................................................................... 7
Starting & Stopping Engine, Blade & Wheel Drive ................................................ 8-11
Starting & Stopping Mower Blades ....................................................................... 10-11
Starting & Stopping Wheel Drive .......................................................................... 10-11
Parking Brake ............................................................................................................... 12
Cutting Height Adjustment ......................................................................................... 12
Reverse Lockout Mechanism ..................................................................................... 13
SECTION 3 - MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................ 14-19
Service - After First 5 Hours ................................................................................. 14-16
Change Engine Oil .................................................................................................... 14
Service Engine Air Cleaner ...................................................................................... 14
Check Mower Blade ................................................................................................. 14
Check Blade Drive Belt ............................................................................................ 15
Blade Brake ............................................................................................................... 15
Service Brake / Park Brake ...................................................................................... 15
Check Interlock System ........................................................................................... 15
Reverse Lockout Mechanism .................................................................................. 16
Lubrication - Grease Fittings .................................................................................. 16
Service - Every 25 Operating Hours ..................................................................... 16-18
Battery Fluid Level ................................................................................................... 16
Mower Deck Levelness ............................................................................................ 16
Clean Mower Deck .................................................................................................... 16
Mower Blade Spindle - Lubrication ........................................................................ 16
Mower Deck Linkage - Lubrication ........................................................................ 16
Front Wheel Bearing - Lubrication ......................................................................... 17
Rear Axle Bearing - Lubrication ............................................................................. 17
Differential / Chain Case - Lubrication ............................................................. 17-18
Service - Annually ....................................................................................................... 18
Engine ........................................................................................................................ 18
Fuel Filter ................................................................................................................... 18
Every Two Years .......................................................................................................... 18
Storage - Out of Season ............................................................................................. 18
Removing Fuel Tank .................................................................................................... 19
SECTION 4- ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIR ............................................................. 20-28
Engine Adjustments & Repair .................................................................................... 20
Mower Deck & Component Adjustments .................................................................. 20
Blade Brake Adjustment ............................................................................................. 20
Mower Deck Adjustment (Side to Side Levelness) .................................................. 21
Mower Deck Adjustment (Front to Rear Levelness) ................................................ 21
Mower Drive Belt Adjustment - 28" & 30" Decks ..................................................... 22
Rear Engine Rider Drive Components ...................................................................... 23
Service Brake/Park Brake Adjustment ...................................................................... 23
Mower Blade Replacement ......................................................................................... 24
Blade Sharpening ........................................................................................................ 24
Mower Drive Belt Removal/Replacement - 28" 30" & 33" Decks ........................... 25
Battery Removal, Replacement, Service .............................................................. 26-28
ACCESSORIES ............................................................................................................. 28
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................ 29-30
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........................................................................................... 31
MAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT PARTS ...................................................................... 32
WARRANTY ..................................................................................................................... 33
PRIMARY MAINTENANCE ......................................................................................... 34-37
PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM ................................................................................ 38
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.