Reverse Lockout Mechanism; Service - Every 25 Operating Hours; Battery Fluid Level; Mower Deck Levelness - Snapper 301222BE SERIES 22 Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

Section 3- MAINTENANCE
WARNING I
DO NOT operate machine if interlock system is not
functioning properly, Contact your SNAPPER dealer I
immediately for assistance,
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3.2.7. INTERLOCK SYSTEM
Check interlock controls for proper function:
The engine MUST NOT start if:
1. Blade Control is "ON" and/or clutch/brake pedal is
released.
The engine and blades MUST STOP if:
2. The operator leaves the operator position with Blade
Control "ON" and/or clutch/brake pedal is released.
3.2.8. REVERSE LOCKOUT MECHANISM
Check function of Reverse Lockout Mechanism with
engine off.
1. Depress and hold blade pedals.
2. Depress and hold clutch/brake pedal.
3. Shift lever must not go into reverse.
WARNING I
DO NOT operate machine if Reverse
Lockout I
Mechanism is not functioning properly. Contact your I
SNAPPER dealer immediately for assistance. I
3.2.9. LUBRICATION- GREASE FITTINGS
The following components on the Rear Engine Rider are
equipped with grease fittings and require periodic
lubrication. Apply General Purpose grease (NLGI No.2)
with a grease gun.
1. Front Wheel Bearings. Refer to Section "FRONT
WHEEL BEARINGS - LUBRICATION".
2. Rear Axle Bearing. Refer to Section "REAR AXLE
BEARING - LUBRICATION".
3. Mower Blade Spindle. Refer to Section "MOWER
BLADE SPINDLE - LUBRICATION".
3.3 SERVICE - EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS
3.3.1. Perform all service required after the first 5 hours
of operation. Refer to Section "SERVICE - AFTER 5
HOURS".
WARNING
DO 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 are
HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool
before working on machine. Fuel Filler Cap and Vent
must be closed securely to prevent fuel spillage.
3.3.2. BATTERY FLUID LEVEL
1. Remove battery. Refer to Section "BATTERY
REMOVAL".
2. Remove battery caps. Check fluid level.
3. Add water only to bring fluid to proper level -
approximately 3/16" above plates.
DO NOT OVERFILL.
4. Reinstall battery. Refer to Section "BATTERY
INSTALLATION".
3.3.3. MOWER DECK LEVELNESS
Check mower deck for proper level. Adjust as required.
Refer to Section "MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT -
LEVELNESS".
3.3.4. CLEAN MOWER DECK
1. Follow WARNING statement found on this page.
2. Check fuel level in tank. If over 3/4 full, remove tank.
Refer to Section "REMOVING FUEL TANK".
If 3/4 or less, proceed to next step.
3. Carefully stand Rear Engine Rider on rear bumper.
4. Clean underside of mower deck, removing all
accumulation of grass clippings and debris.
5. Clean top of deck, removing all grass clippings and
debris.
3.3.5 MOWER BLADE SPINDLE - LUBRICATION
1. Follow WARNING statement found on this page.
2. Check fuel level in tank. If over 3/4 full, remove tank.
Refer to Section "FUEK TANK REMOVAL". If 3/4 or less,
proceed to next step.
3. Carefully stand Rear Engine Rider on rear bumper.
4. Lubricate spindle with three shots of general purpose
grease from grease gun. See Figure 3.5.
IMPORTANT: If the Rear Engine Rider will be on its
rear bumper for longer than two hours, remove the
battery. Refer to Section "BATTERY REMOVAL".
3.3.6. MOWER DECK LINKAGE - LUBRICATION
Lubricate all mower deck linkage pivot points with a light
coat of motor oil.
SPINDLE
GREASE FITTING
FIGURE 3.5
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