Snapper FLT19540RD, ELT2240RD - Manuals

5 Safety Rules and Information CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to thepresence of children. Children are often attracted to theunit and the mowing activity. Never assume that childrenwill remain where you last saw them. 1. Keep children out of the mowing area and unde...

6 Safety Rules & Information SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Safe Handling of Gasoline 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition. 2. Use only approved gasoline containers.3. Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow the engine to cool before ref...

7 Identification Numbers Tractor ID Tag Mower ID Tag When contacting your authorized dealer forreplacement parts, service, or information you MUSThave these numbers. Record your model name/number, manufacturer’sidentification numbers, and engine serial numbers in thespace provided for easy access. T...

8 Safety Decals Warning: Read Operator’sManual. Read and understand theOperator’s Manual before usingthis machine. Danger: Thrown Objects. This machine is capable ofthrowing objects and debris.Keep bystanders away. Warning: Remove Key BeforeServicing. Remove the key and consulttechnical literature b...

9 CE Safety Icons Transmission Release Part No. 1735265 173xxxx Operating Instructions, CE Models, Part No. 1734027 Attachment LiftPart No. 1730264 Fuel LevelPart No. S532-0-8732-762-3 R 4 3 2 R 4 3 2 Ignition SwitchPositionsPart No. 1722806 Decal Locations

10 Features & Controls Throttle Control The throttle controls engine speed. Move the throttleforward to increase engine speed and back to decreaseengine speed. Always operate at FULL throttle. Choke Close the choke for cold starting. Open the choke oncethe engine starts. A warm engine may not re...

12 Features & Controls Figure 1. Engaging the Parking BrakeA. Ground Speed PedalsB. Brake PedalC. Parking Brake KnobD. Cruise Control KnobE. Hour Meter Parking Brake Function Applying the Parking Brake - See Figure 2. To lock the parking brake, release the ground speed pedals (A),fully depress t...

13 Operating the Tractor General Operating Safety Be sure to read all information in the Safety andOperation sections before attempting to operate this unit.Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stopthe unit. Adding Fuel To add fuel: 1. Remove the fuel cap (A, Figure 3). 2. Fill the ta...

Figure 5. Removing & Installing BeltA. Idler ArmB. PTO Pulley 15 Operating the Tractor Figure 4. Mower Deck Removal and Installation (viewed from underneath right side of tractor)A. Hair Pins D. Upper Spring B. Trunions E. Lower Spring (2) C. Lift Arm F. Lift Rod A B Figure 3. Mower Lift Lever (...

16 Operating the Tractor Installing the Mower Deck 1. Park tractor, shut off PTO and engine, remove the key and apply parking brake. Turn the wheels fully tothe left and slide mower deck under right side oftractor. 2. From the rear with the grass catcher open pull discharge chute to rear. 3. Push th...

17 Operating the Tractor Figure 9. Raising & Lowering Mower A. Mower Lift Lever Cutting Height Adjustment The mower lift lever (A, Figure 9) is used to lower thedeck to cutting position and raise the deck to transportposition. To lower the deck, pull back slightly on the mower liftlever (A), pus...

18 Regular Maintenance Maintenance Schedule & Procedures The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your tractor and mower. • = All Models B & S = Briggs & Stratton Models * Refer to engine owner’s manual. Change original engine oil after initial break-in period. ** Mor...

19 Regular Maintenance Safety Interlock System Check Service Interval: Every Fall & Spring Check the function of the safety interlock system usingthe test procedure found on page 13 of this manual. Ifthe tractor fails any of the tests, see your dealer. Blade Brake Check Service Interval: Every 1...

20 Regular Maintenance Figure 13. Transmission ID Tag LocationA. ID Tag TUFF TORQ K46Z 10010101010 10010101 Transmission Identification To determine what transmission is in your tractor, checkthe identification tag attached to the axle of thetransmission (Figure 13), or check your tractor’s partsboo...

21 Regular Maintenance Figure 16. Tractor Lubrication Points Lubrication Service Interval: Every 25 Hours Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 16-20 as well as the lubrication points listed. Generally, allmoving metal parts should be oiled where contact ismade with other parts. Keep ...

Regular Maintenance 22 Lubricate Rear Axle Shafts Service Interval: Yearly We recommend removing the rear wheel hubs andlubricating the axle shafts yearly. This prevents thewheel hubs from seizing onto the axle shaft and makesfuture service easier. 1. Turn off the ignition, turn off the PTO, engage ...

WARNING For your personal safety, do not handle the sharpmower blades with bare hands. Careless orimproper handling of blades may result in seriousinjury. WARNING For your personal safety, blade mountingcapscrews must each be installed with a hexwasher and spring washer, then securelytightened. Tigh...

A A Figure 24. Blade Installation A. CapscrewB. Spring WasherC. Alignment PinD. BladeE. Spline WasherF. Blade Adapter 24 Regular Maintenance Figure 25. Check Blade Timing Check Mower Blade Timing Service Interval: Yearly 1. Turn the PTO OFF, engage the parking brake, turn the engine off, and remove ...

25 Regular Maintenance Check & Fill Engine Oil Service Interval: Before each use, and every 8 hours. 1. Turn the engine off, and set the parking brake to PARK. 2. Clean the area around the dipstick (C, Figure 26 or 27). 3. Remove the dipstick (C) and clean it with a paper towel. 4. Insert the di...

26 Regular Maintenance Figure 29. Oil Drain ValveA. Engine Block / Valve BaseB. Oil Drain ValveC. CoverD. Nipple A A B B C C D Oil Drain Valve Operation 1. Place a suitable container with a 4 quart capacity under the oil drain valve (A, Figure 26 or 27). 2. Loosen or remove the dipstick (C). 3. Wipe...

27 Regular Maintenance Figure 30. Air Filter Assembly - V-Twin ModelsA. KnobsB. CoverC. Air FilterD. Pre-Cleaner Air Filter & Pre-Cleaner Service V-TWIN MODELS Service Interval: Pre-Cleaner: Every 25 hours or as required. Air Filter: Every 50 hours or as required. Replacement Interval: Pre-Clean...

29 Figure 34. Spark Plug Gapping Replace Spark Plug Service Interval: Yearly Spark Plug Gap: .030” (.76mm) Replacement Spark Plug Resistor Spark Plug, Champion RC12YC 1. Stop the engine and allow it to cool. 2. Clean the area around the spark plug (see Figure 34 or 35). 3. Remove the spark plug. 4. ...

32 Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Tractor Troubleshooting Cont. Tractor drive belt slips. 1. Pulleys or belt greasy or oily. Clean as required. 2. Belt stretched or worn. See Dealer. 3. Idler pulley pivot bracket Remove idler pulley bracket, clean and lubricate. “frozen” in declutched po...

33 Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Figure 36. Seat AdjustmentA. Seat Adjustment Lever Figure 37. FuseA. Fuse, 20-ampB. Fuse Holder B A Figure 38. Blade Type FuseA. Good Fuse with Solid Fusible linkB. No Good Fuse with Broken Fusible link Solid Fusible Link Broken Fusible Link B A Seat Adj...

34 Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service PTO Clutch Adjustment Check the PTO clutch adjustment after every 250 hoursof operation. Also perform the following procedure if theclutch is slipping or will not engage, or if a new clutchhas been installed. 1. Remove key from ignition switch and discon...

35 Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Mower Belt Replacement 1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage theparking brake, shut the engine off, and remove thekey. 2. Remove the mower deck (see “Mower Deck Removal”). 3. Remove the belt co...

36 Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Figure 44. Tighten Idler Assembly CapscrewA. 3/8” Ratchet and Extension Figure 42. Mower Blade Timing A Arbor Drive Belt Replacement 1. With the deck installed, park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage thePTO, engag...

37 ENGINE: 22 HP* Briggs & Stratton Make Briggs & Stratton Model Intek Horsepower 22 @ 2700 +/- 100 rpm Displacement 44.2 Cu. in (724 cc) Electrical System 12 Volt, 9 amp. Alternator, Battery: 230 CCA Oil Capacity 64 Oz. (1.9 L) 19.5 HP* Briggs & Stratton Make Briggs & Stratton Model...