Snapper 381451HBVE - Manuals

5 Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION FIGURE 1.1 1.1 INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared for the operator’s of the SNAPPER Hydro Rear Engine Rider. Its purpose, aside from recommending standard operating procedures and routine service requirements, is to promote SAFETY through the use of accepted ope...

6 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up. The hydro transmission on this machine is equipped with a roll release lever. The control can be used to disengage the transmission. Moving the lever to the ...

10 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING DO NOT leave the machine with the engine running Stop Blade. Stop engine. Engage parking brake. Remove key. 2.4 STOPPING - ENGINE, WHEEL DRIVE, BLADE 2.4.1. ENGINE 1. Stop engine by turning key off to the “STOP” position. Move engine speed control to slo...

11 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.4 STOPPING - ENGINE, WHEEL DRIVE, BLADE 2.4.4. PARK BRAKE 1. Engage park brake by depressing clutch/brake control pedal fully and pivot pedal forward to the locked position. Do not park machine on slopes. See Figure 2.14. WARNING DO NOT park machine on slopes....

12 Section 3 – MAINTENANCE 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,...

13 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 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,...

14 Section 3 – MAINTENANCE FIGURE 3.6 WARNING The following procedure requires the engine and blades to be operated. Exercise extreme caution. Clear area of loose parts & tools first. Only operate blades when seated in the operator’s seat. 3.2.5. Blade Brake 1. Check blade brake for proper funct...

17 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 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 s...

19 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.3 MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELTS – ADJUSTMENT / REPLACEMENT (continued from previous page) WARNING The following procedure requires the engine and blades to be operated. Exercise extreme caution. Clear area of loose parts & tools first. Only operate blades when...

21 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 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 s...

22 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 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 s...

23 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.8.2. Battery Installation (Continued) 3. Connect negative (-) cable (black) last, to negative terminal (-) on battery using bolt and nut. Apply a small amount of grease over terminals to prevent corrosion. See Figure 4.16. FIGURE 4.16 4. Reinstall positive t...

24 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.8.6. Battery Testing Battery Condition Chart State of Charge Syringe Hydrometer Digital Voltmeter Five Ball Hydrometer 100% Charged w/ Sulfate Stop 1.280 12.80v Five Balls Floating 100% Charged 1.265 12.60v Four Balls Floating 75% Charged 1.210 12.40v Three ...

25 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine Will Not 1. Fuel tank empty. 1. Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel to proper level. Start Using 2. Engine needs choking. 2. Move engine speed control to “CHOKE” position. Recoil Starter 3. Spark plug wire disconnected. 3. Place spark plu...

26 TROUBLESHOOTING (Continued on Previous Page PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Rider Will Not Move 1. Transmission damaged. 1. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. Loss Of Traction 2. Engine to transmission belt damaged. 2. Install new engine to transmission belt. 3. Roll release engaged. 3. ...

28 3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For three (3) 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 ...

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34 Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for REAR ENGINE RIDING MOWER HYDRO DRIVE SERIES 1 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 informa...