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Snapper LT160H42IBV Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

Snapper LT160H42IBV Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

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Safety Instructions
& Operator's Manual for
LAWN TRA C TOR
HYDROSTA TIC DRIVE
ELECTRIC
CLUTCH
SERIES I
MODELS
L T160H421B V
L T180H421BV2
MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION
I
LT
I 1;
MODEL DESIGNATION
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ENGINE HP
DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE
CUTTING WIDTH
;I
I i_ I r I 2 I
I
ENGINE OPTION
ENGINE TYPE
ENGINE MODEL
SERIES DESIGNATION
LT - Model Designation
160 - 16.0 HP (Engine Horse Power)
180 - 18.0 HP (Engine Horse Power)
H - Hydrostatic Transmission
Drive System
42 - 42" Cutting Width Mower Deck
I - Series Designation
B - Briggs & Stratton Engine
V - Over Head Valve Type Engine
2 - Twin Cylinder Engine
Thank you
for buying
a SNAPPER
product!
Before
operating
the Lawn
Tractor,
read and follow
the
"IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS"
on pages 2 thru 4, all other instructions
contained in this manual and
the accompanying
booklet
"About
Power Mower Safety"
Lawn mowers
and all power equipment
can be
potentially dangerous if used improperly. REMEMBER: SAFETY REQUIRES CAREFULL USE IN ACCORDANCE
WITH INSTRUCTIONS
AND COMMON SENSE!
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COPYRIGHT
© 2003
SNAPPER
PRODUCTS
INC.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
MANUAL No. 7-5537 (I.R. 3/24/03)

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  • Page 1 V - Over Head Valve Type Engine H - Hydrostatic Transmission Drive System 2 - Twin Cylinder Engine 42 - 42" Cutting Width Mower Deck Thank you for buying a SNAPPER product! Before operating the Lawn Tractor, read and follow "IMPORTANT...
  • Page 2 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). PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Always place the containers on the ground hitch plate as specified with SNAPPER attachment instructions. away from the vehicle before filling. Remove gas-powered equipment from 15.
  • Page 4 14. Have machine serviced authorized SNAPPER dealer at least once a year and have the dealer install any new safety devices. 15. Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts assure that...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Engine .............. Fuel Filter ............IMPORTANT Spark Plug ............The figures and illustrations in this manual are Hydrostatic Transmission Oil ......17 provided reference only and may differ from your specific model. Contact your Snapper dealer if you have questions.

  • Page 6: Section 1 - Familiarization

    Study the Important Safety Instructions, this Operator's nomenclature drawings above, illustrate Manual and Engine Owner's Manual before operating this machine. Keep these manuals available for future essential components of the SNAPPER Lawn Tractor. It reference. is recommended that all operators of this equipment become thoroughly familiar...

  • Page 7: Pre-Start Checklist

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 PRE-START CHECKLIST Make the following checks and perform service as required before each start-up. FUEL 2.1.1. Check tires and add air as needed to bring pressure to 12 P.S.I. in front tires and 12 P.S.I. in rear tires.
  • Page 8 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STARTING & OPERATION Choke engine for cold starting by moving engine 2.3.1. STARTING ENGINE speed control to "CHOKE" position. NOTE: Some Take a comfortable position in seat of machine, models are equipped with a separate choke control, located on the dash of the tractor.

  • Page 9: Starting & Stopping Wheel Drive

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.4 STOPPING ENGINE, BLADE, WHEEL DRIVE STARTING & OPERATION (Continued) 2.3.2. STARTING WHEEL DRIVE 2.4.1. STOPPING ENGINE Shift speed control lever to neutral. Stop engine by turning key to the "OFF" position. Start engine. Refer Section "STARTING See Figure 2.9.

  • Page 10: Cutting Height Adjustment

    If the blades lever. See Figure 2.14. continue to rotate after 5 seconds, the blade brake DEPRESS must be repaired. Return machine to an authorized LOCK BUTTON SNAPPER dealer. continue operate machine until blade brake has been repaired functioning properly.

  • Page 11: Rolling Tractor With Engine Off

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.6. ROLLING TRACTOR WITH ENGINE OFF 2.6.1. Rolling Hydro Models With engine "OFF", move to rear of tractor. Pull the roll release control all the way out to disengage the hydro transmission. See Figure 2.15. PULL ROLL RELEASE CONTROL ALL THE WAY...

  • Page 12: Reverse Lockout Mechanism

    Reverse Lockout responsible adult. Mechanism is not functioning properly. Contact your SNAPPER dealer immediately 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.

  • Page 13: Service -After First 5 Hours

    SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact a local Check torque of blade mounting bolts. Torque to: SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. For 42" deck - 30 to 40 ft Ibs. See Figure 3.2. 48" deck - 70 to 80 ft lbs.

  • Page 14: Check Deck Drive Belt

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE WARNING 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 HOT.

  • Page 15: Safety Interlock System Checks

    AIR CLEANER Perform the following interlock system checks LATCH periodically during the operating season. Contact your authorized Snapper dealer if you have questions. WARNING DO NOT operate machine if any safety interlock or safety device...

  • Page 16: Mower Components

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.3.3. MOWER COMPONENTS 3.3.5. TRACTOR LUBRICATION Clutch/Brake Pivot Check deck drive belt for proper tension. Refer to Section, "CHECK DECK DRIVE BELT". clutch/brake pivot located on the L.H. underside of the tractor and is lubricated with one Check blades for sharpness, wear, damage and shot of general purpose grease.

  • Page 17: Steering Drag Link

    See Figure 3.12. Lubricate mechanism with a thin coat of 30 wt. motor oil. 3.4.4. HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION hydrostatic transmission does require maintenance. problems arise return immediately to a Snapper dealer. PARK BRAKE LEVER LUBRICATE COMPONENTS TRACTO R FIGURE 3.12...

  • Page 18: Engine Adjustments & Repair

    I c. Place a piece of angle iron, pipe, or similar functioning properly. Contact your SNAPPER dealer I object under center of deck at the rear. for assistance. d. Disconnect rear sector plates and allow center, 4.2.1.
  • Page 19 Section 4- ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING SECTOR PLATES DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance service with the engine or blades running. STOP blades. STOP engine. brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot.
  • Page 20 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR 4.2.5. MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT (LEVELNESS) TOP VIEW OF DECK SIDE-To-SIDE (48" Decks) Before making deck leveling adjustments, check the tire pressure. Check tires and add or release air as needed to bring pressure to 12 PSI in front and 12 PSI in rear tires.
  • Page 21 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR 4.2.6. MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT (LEVELNESS) WARNING (FRONT To REAR) DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance Before making deck leveling adjustments, check the service with the engine or blades running. STOP tire pressure. Add or release air as needed to bring blades.

  • Page 22: Brake Adjustment

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING TANK DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance service with the engine or blades running. STOP blades. STOP engine. brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot.

  • Page 23: Traction Drive Belt Adjustment

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR MOUNTING BELT - BRACKET WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance ' MORE TENSION service with the engine or blades running. STOP blades. STOP engine. brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug.

  • Page 24: Blade Sharpening

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance STANDARD BLADE service with the engine or blades running. STOP blades. STOP engine. brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot.

  • Page 25: Mower Blade Replacement

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance service with the engine or blades running. STOP blades. STOP engine. brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot.
  • Page 26 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING RIGHT REAR ..DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance TRACTOR service with the engine or blades running. STOP FRAME blades. STOP engine. brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug.
  • Page 27 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING SIDE DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance SHOWN service with the engine or blades running. STOP DECK HANGER..blades. STOP engine. brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug.
  • Page 28 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING RIGHT REAR ..DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance TRACTOR service with the engine or blades running. STOP FRAME blades. STOP engine. brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug.

  • Page 29: Deck Belt Removal & Replacement

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance service with the engine or blades running. STOP blades. STOP engine. brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot.
  • Page 30 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR Remove mower deck. See Section on DECK WARNING REMOVAL. DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance Remove deck idler tension spring. Remove nuts that service with the engine or blades running. STOP secure the spindle pulley covers. See Figure 4.35. blades.

  • Page 31: Battery Service

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING REMOVE POSITIVE DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance service with the engine or blades running. STOP blades. STOP engine. brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot.
  • Page 32 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR With cell caps removed, connect battery charger to WARNING battery terminals; RED to positive (+) and BLACK to negative (-) terminal. DO NOT OVERFILL. Never attempt to service charge the battery while it is installed on the machine. IMPORTANT: DO NOT place anything in battery other than DO NOT use "BOOST"...

  • Page 33: Available Accessories

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES The SNAPPER LAWN TRACTOR can be equipped with a variety of accessories that increase its versatility. accessories available for each model are listed in the chart below. Contact an authorized SNAPPER dealer for ordering any of the accessories desired.

  • Page 34: Section 5- Electrical System

    SECTION 5- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ELECTRICAL - B & S TWIN CYLINDER ENGINE ILLUSTR_ATED DIAGRAM TOPTO SWITCH...

  • Page 35: (Single Cylinder Engine)

    SECTION 5- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ELECTRICAL - B & S SINGLE CYLINDER ENGINE NOTE: Switches shown wl_, Peda| |ocked down Blade dtsen_ag_ Seat vacant swrrcH NOTEi Seat SwiSh Rug makes TO RELAY ILLUSTRATED DIAGRAM SWITCH TO GREY TO LOCK.OUT SEAT GREEN SWITCH BATTERY _LENOID...
  • Page 36 3. Electrical connections loose or corroded. 3. Clean and check connections for good contact. 4. Defective ignition switch. 4. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 5. Starter Spins without engaging. 5. Release Start key and repeat attempt. If starter continues to spin contact Engine Dealer.

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting Guide

    2. Blade belt requires adjustment. 2. Adjust mower belt. 3. Blade belt requires replacement. 3. Replace mower belt. 4. Electric clutch not functioning. 4. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. Cutting Grass 1. Uneven tire pressure. 1. Bring to proper pressure. Improperly 2.

  • Page 38: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SUBJECT SERVICE REFERENCE EACH EACH HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS SEASON TO BE PERFORMED PAGES Check Oil Level Engine Page 7 Engine Initial Oil Change Page 13 Engine Periodic Oil Change Page 14 Air Pre-Cleaner Service Sponge Pre- Engine Manual Cleaner Element Air Cleaner Replace Element...

  • Page 39: Warranty

    For two (2) 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 40 ® illustration of how dirt can damage your engine & how maintenance can protect it! Snapper uses the best avail- Ines and components In their products in order to provide long, satisfactory service. However, proper • care Is essential In ;"...
  • Page 41 12 gallons of air for every gallon of fuel its working ment, the air available to your Snapper engine Is heavily saturated with air- borne dirt particles. As the dirt particles are stopped, Damage caused by a poorly serviced air...

  • Page 42: Primary Maintenance

    PRIMARY MAINTENANCE Air Is also needed to keep your engine cool. Dirt, dust & debris build up to restrict • and clog cooling air Intake screens and fins. Clean • screens and fins at frequent Intervals. The engine blower housing and shrouds should be removed at least once each season or more often i under dry, dusty conditions...
  • Page 43 2-cycle engine fuel, be sure the containers are clearly marked to avoid mix-up. Snapper 2-cycle engines require a 32 to 1 mixture of gasoline and BIA eertlfled TC-W oil such as Snapper's 2-cycle engine o11. Many of the 2-cycle engine oils on the...
  • Page 44 Call us at the Snapper Customer Relations Center. For faster service please have your Serial Number and Model Number available. Call the Snapper Customer Relations Center at 1-800-935-2967. Eastern Standard Time Monday through Friday from 8am to 6pm. Saturday from 9am to lpm.
  • Page 45 HYDROSTA TIC DRIVE ELECTRIC CL UTCH SERIES I IMPORTANT Snapper products are built using engines that meet or exceed all applicable emissions requirements on the date manufactured. The labels on those engines contain very important emissions information and critical safety warnings.
  • Page 46 V - Over Head Valve Type Engine H - Hydrostatic Transmission Drive System 2 - Twin Cylinder Engine 42 - 42" Cutting Width Mower Deck Thank you for buying a SNAPPER product! Before operating the Lawn Tractor, read and follow "IMPORTANT...
  • Page 47 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). PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN...
  • Page 48 Always place the containers on the ground hitch plate as specified with SNAPPER attachment instructions. away from the vehicle before filling. Remove gas-powered equipment from 15.
  • Page 49 14. Have machine serviced authorized SNAPPER dealer at least once a year and have the dealer install any new safety devices. 15. Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts assure that...

  • Page 50: Product Registration Form

    Engine .............. Fuel Filter ............IMPORTANT Spark Plug ............The figures and illustrations in this manual are Hydrostatic Transmission Oil ......17 provided reference only and may differ from your specific model. Contact your Snapper dealer if you have questions.

  • Page 51: Section 1 - Familiarization

    Study the Important Safety Instructions, this Operator's nomenclature drawings above, illustrate Manual and Engine Owner's Manual before operating this machine. Keep these manuals available for future essential components of the SNAPPER Lawn Tractor. It reference. is recommended that all operators of this equipment become thoroughly familiar...

  • Page 52: Pre-Start Checklist

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 PRE-START CHECKLIST Make the following checks and perform service as required before each start-up. FUEL 2.1.1. Check tires and add air as needed to bring pressure to 12 P.S.I. in front tires and 12 P.S.I. in rear tires.

  • Page 53: Parking Brake

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STARTING & OPERATION Choke engine for cold starting by moving engine 2.3.1. STARTING ENGINE speed control to "CHOKE" position. NOTE: Some Take a comfortable position in seat of machine, models are equipped with a separate choke control, located on the dash of the tractor.

  • Page 54: Starting & Stopping Wheel Drive

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.4 STOPPING ENGINE, BLADE, WHEEL DRIVE STARTING & OPERATION (Continued) 2.3.2. STARTING WHEEL DRIVE 2.4.1. STOPPING ENGINE Shift speed control lever to neutral. Stop engine by turning key to the "OFF" position. Start engine. Refer Section "STARTING See Figure 2.9.

  • Page 55: Cutting Height Adjustment

    If the blades lever. See Figure 2.14. continue to rotate after 5 seconds, the blade brake DEPRESS must be repaired. Return machine to an authorized LOCK BUTTON SNAPPER dealer. continue operate machine until blade brake has been repaired functioning properly.

  • Page 56: Rolling Tractor With Engine Off

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.6. ROLLING TRACTOR WITH ENGINE OFF 2.6.1. Rolling Hydro Models With engine "OFF", move to rear of tractor. Pull the roll release control all the way out to disengage the hydro transmission. See Figure 2.15. PULL ROLL RELEASE CONTROL ALL THE WAY...

  • Page 57: Reverse Lockout Mechanism

    Reverse Lockout responsible adult. Mechanism is not functioning properly. Contact your SNAPPER dealer immediately 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.

  • Page 58: Service -After First 5 Hours

    SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact a local Check torque of blade mounting bolts. Torque to: SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. For 42" deck - 30 to 40 ft Ibs. See Figure 3.2. 48" deck - 70 to 80 ft lbs.

  • Page 59: Check Deck Drive Belt

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE WARNING 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 HOT.

  • Page 60: Safety Interlock System Checks

    AIR CLEANER Perform the following interlock system checks LATCH periodically during the operating season. Contact your authorized Snapper dealer if you have questions. WARNING DO NOT operate machine if any safety interlock or safety device...

  • Page 61: Mower Components

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.3.3. MOWER COMPONENTS 3.3.5. TRACTOR LUBRICATION Clutch/Brake Pivot Check deck drive belt for proper tension. Refer to Section, "CHECK DECK DRIVE BELT". clutch/brake pivot located on the L.H. underside of the tractor and is lubricated with one Check blades for sharpness, wear, damage and shot of general purpose grease.

  • Page 62: Steering Drag Link

    See Figure 3.12. Lubricate mechanism with a thin coat of 30 wt. motor oil. 3.4.4. HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION hydrostatic transmission does require maintenance. problems arise return immediately to a Snapper dealer. PARK BRAKE LEVER LUBRICATE COMPONENTS TRACTO R FIGURE 3.12...

  • Page 63: Engine Adjustments & Repair

    I c. Place a piece of angle iron, pipe, or similar functioning properly. Contact your SNAPPER dealer I object under center of deck at the rear. for assistance. d. Disconnect rear sector plates and allow center, 4.2.1.
  • Page 64 Section 4- ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING SECTOR PLATES DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance service with the engine or blades running. STOP blades. STOP engine. brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot.
  • Page 65 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR 4.2.5. MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT (LEVELNESS) TOP VIEW OF DECK SIDE-To-SIDE (48" Decks) Before making deck leveling adjustments, check the tire pressure. Check tires and add or release air as needed to bring pressure to 12 PSI in front and 12 PSI in rear tires.
  • Page 66 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR 4.2.6. MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT (LEVELNESS) WARNING (FRONT To REAR) DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance Before making deck leveling adjustments, check the service with the engine or blades running. STOP tire pressure. Add or release air as needed to bring blades.

  • Page 67: Brake Adjustment

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING TANK DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance service with the engine or blades running. STOP blades. STOP engine. brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot.

  • Page 68: Traction Drive Belt Adjustment

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR MOUNTING BELT - BRACKET WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance ' MORE TENSION service with the engine or blades running. STOP blades. STOP engine. brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug.

  • Page 69: Blade Sharpening

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance STANDARD BLADE service with the engine or blades running. STOP blades. STOP engine. brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot.

  • Page 70: Mower Blade Replacement

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance service with the engine or blades running. STOP blades. STOP engine. brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot.
  • Page 71 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING RIGHT REAR ..DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance TRACTOR service with the engine or blades running. STOP FRAME blades. STOP engine. brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug.
  • Page 72 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING SIDE DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance SHOWN service with the engine or blades running. STOP DECK HANGER..blades. STOP engine. brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug.
  • Page 73 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING RIGHT REAR ..DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance TRACTOR service with the engine or blades running. STOP FRAME blades. STOP engine. brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug.

  • Page 74: Deck Belt Removal & Replacement

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance service with the engine or blades running. STOP blades. STOP engine. brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot.
  • Page 75 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR Remove mower deck. See Section on DECK WARNING REMOVAL. DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance Remove deck idler tension spring. Remove nuts that service with the engine or blades running. STOP secure the spindle pulley covers. See Figure 4.35. blades.

  • Page 76: Battery Service

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING REMOVE POSITIVE DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance service with the engine or blades running. STOP blades. STOP engine. brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot.
  • Page 77 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR With cell caps removed, connect battery charger to WARNING battery terminals; RED to positive (+) and BLACK to negative (-) terminal. DO NOT OVERFILL. Never attempt to service charge the battery while it is installed on the machine. IMPORTANT: DO NOT place anything in battery other than DO NOT use "BOOST"...

  • Page 78: Available Accessories

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES The SNAPPER LAWN TRACTOR can be equipped with a variety of accessories that increase its versatility. accessories available for each model are listed in the chart below. Contact an authorized SNAPPER dealer for ordering any of the accessories desired.

  • Page 79: Section 5- Electrical System

    SECTION 5- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ELECTRICAL - B & S TWIN CYLINDER ENGINE ILLUSTR_ATED DIAGRAM TOPTO SWITCH...

  • Page 80: (Single Cylinder Engine)

    SECTION 5- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ELECTRICAL - B & S SINGLE CYLINDER ENGINE NOTE: Switches shown wl_, Peda| |ocked down Blade dtsen_ag_ Seat vacant swrrcH NOTEi Seat SwiSh Rug makes TO RELAY ILLUSTRATED DIAGRAM SWITCH TO GREY TO LOCK.OUT SEAT GREEN SWITCH BATTERY _LENOID...
  • Page 81 3. Electrical connections loose or corroded. 3. Clean and check connections for good contact. 4. Defective ignition switch. 4. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 5. Starter Spins without engaging. 5. Release Start key and repeat attempt. If starter continues to spin contact Engine Dealer.

  • Page 82: Troubleshooting Guide

    2. Blade belt requires adjustment. 2. Adjust mower belt. 3. Blade belt requires replacement. 3. Replace mower belt. 4. Electric clutch not functioning. 4. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. Cutting Grass 1. Uneven tire pressure. 1. Bring to proper pressure. Improperly 2.

  • Page 83: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SUBJECT SERVICE REFERENCE EACH EACH HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS SEASON TO BE PERFORMED PAGES Check Oil Level Engine Page 7 Engine Initial Oil Change Page 13 Engine Periodic Oil Change Page 14 Air Pre-Cleaner Service Sponge Pre- Engine Manual Cleaner Element Air Cleaner Replace Element...

  • Page 84: Warranty

    For two (2) 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 85 ® illustration of how dirt can damage your engine & how maintenance can protect it! Snapper uses the best avail- Ines and components In their products in order to provide long, satisfactory service. However, proper • care Is essential In ;"...
  • Page 86 12 gallons of air for every gallon of fuel its working ment, the air available to your Snapper engine Is heavily saturated with air- borne dirt particles. As the dirt particles are stopped, Damage caused by a poorly serviced air...

  • Page 87: Primary Maintenance

    PRIMARY MAINTENANCE Air Is also needed to keep your engine cool. Dirt, dust & debris build up to restrict • and clog cooling air Intake screens and fins. Clean • screens and fins at frequent Intervals. The engine blower housing and shrouds should be removed at least once each season or more often i under dry, dusty conditions...
  • Page 88 2-cycle engine fuel, be sure the containers are clearly marked to avoid mix-up. Snapper 2-cycle engines require a 32 to 1 mixture of gasoline and BIA eertlfled TC-W oil such as Snapper's 2-cycle engine o11. Many of the 2-cycle engine oils on the...
  • Page 89 Call us at the Snapper Customer Relations Center. For faster service please have your Serial Number and Model Number available. Call the Snapper Customer Relations Center at 1-800-935-2967. Eastern Standard Time Monday through Friday from 8am to 6pm. Saturday from 9am to lpm.

  • Page 90: Important

    HYDROSTA TIC DRIVE ELECTRIC CL UTCH SERIES I IMPORTANT Snapper products are built using engines that meet or exceed all applicable emissions requirements on the date manufactured. The labels on those engines contain very important emissions information and critical safety warnings.

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