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Page 2 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN

2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: This powerful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can cause injury and damage! Failure to comply with the following SAFETY instructions could result in serious injury or death to the operator or other persons. Th...

Page 3 - PREPARATION

3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PREPARATION (Continued From Previous Page) 4. Handle fuel with extra care. Fuels are flammable and vapors are explosive. Use only an approved fuel container. Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with engine running. Add fuel outdoors only with engine stopped and cool. Cl...

Page 4 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; Before

4 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................................................2-3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................................................................................ 4 SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION .....

Page 5 - SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION

5 SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION FIGURE 1.1 1.1 NOMENCLATURE The nomenclature drawing above Figure 1.1 shows the essential parts of the SNAPPER PRO Mid-Size Mowers. It is recommended that all operators of this equipment become thoroughly familiar with the controls, parts and operation of this machine b...

Page 6 - SECTION 2 - CONTROLS; WARNING; To roll the machine without the

6 SECTION 2 - CONTROLS Before operating, become familiar with all the controls (See Figure 2.1A) and how to use them. Know beforehand how to STOP the Right Hand and Left Hand Traction Wheel Drives, the Mower Blades, and the Engine in preparation for a possible emergency. 2.1 ENGINE CONTROLS - A. Eng...

Page 7 - SECTION 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS; Check tires and add air as needed to bring pressure; Check Guards, Deflectors and Belt Covers to make; Clean Interior and Exterior surfaces of Cutting Deck; OPERATING

7 SECTION 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.1 PRE-START CHECKLIST Make the following checks and perform the services as required before each start-up. IMPORTANT: Before starting your SNAPPER Pro Hydro machine, the hydraulic reservoir and engine MUST be filled to the proper level with oil. 3.1.1. HYDRAULI...

Page 8 - STARTING AND OPERATING; (Electric Start Models) Turn key to the “START” position; DO NOT park machine on slopes.

8 SECTION 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.2 STOPPING IMPORTANT: Pulling backward on both Traction Controls back past Neutral position will cause the machine to back up. 1. Pull back on both Traction Controls simultaneously towards handle bar. Manually engage the Neutral Latch Lever. See Figure 3.2. FIG...

Page 9 - TRACTION SPEED CONTROL; a slow travel speed.

9 SECTION 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING The SNAPPER Pro Hydro Mowers have a Transport Speed, which allows the machine to travel forward at a speed of 6 MPH - it is NOT to be used while walking! Use the Transport Speed ONLY when the machine is equipped with a Riding Sulky! NEVER make sharp turns...

Page 10 - MOWING AND TURNING ON HILLSIDES

10 SECTION 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.5 MOWER OPERATION (Continued from Previous Page) 4. Move Engine Speed Control to the FAST (Rabbit) position. Refer to Figure 3.4. 5. W hile holding both Traction Controls in the neutral position, release Neutral Latch Lever by pulling controls slightly backwar...

Page 11 - HANDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

11 SECTION 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.7 HANDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (Continued from previous page) STEP 3: Insert rod (5/16” diameter x 7 3/4” long) through alignment holes in the left and right traction control shift lever arms and the switch bracket. The rod should pass through both the left and ri...

Page 12 - ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT; ADJUSTING CASTER WHEELS; ADJUSTING BLADE ON CUTTER SPINDLE

12 SECTION 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.8 ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT (Fixed Decks) The Mower has three methods of adjusting cutting height listed as follows: 1. Moving position of BLADE on cutter spindle shaft. 2. Moving position of CASTER W HEEL on support. 3. Moving position of MOW ER DECK on power ...

Page 13 - ADJUSTING FIXED DECK ATTACHMENT; SIDE PROFILE OF MACHINE; CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENTS FOR; The Mower Deck should be mounted in the lowest

14 SECTION 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.11 ADJUSTING FIXED DECK ATTACHMENT The Mower Deck has four different positions for attaching it to the power unit. The lowest setting provides a cutting height range from 1 1/2” to 2 1/2”, the middle low cut from 2 1/4” to 3 1/4”, the middle high cut from 3” t...

Page 14 - BATTERY REMOVAL; Methods of Checking Battery Condition

14 SECTION 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Shield the positive terminal with terminal cover located on battery harness. This prevents metal from touching the positive terminal, which could cause sparks. Cables must be connected to battery terminals in the proper position. RED (Positive) cable mus...

Page 15 - NEW BATTERY PREPARATION; Remove battery cell caps. Fill cells as required with; After charging, check level of electrolyte and add as; Install battery retainer and positive terminal cover.; Cables must be connected to battery

15 SECTION 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.17 NEW BATTERY PREPARATION 1. Remove battery from carton. 2. Place battery in a well ventilated area on a level non- concrete surface. 3. Remove battery cell caps. Fill cells as required with electrolyte (purchased separately) to proper level. Fill to 3/16” ab...

Page 16 - SECTION 4 - SERVICE TABLE OF CONTENTS

16 SECTION 4 - SERVICE TABLE OF CONTENTS ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................... 17 MOWER TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................................................. 18 HYDRO TROU...

Page 17 - SECTION 4 - ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING; SYMPTOM PROBLEM

17 SECTION 4 - ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION PAGE Engine Key OFF. Turn Key to Run. 8 does not Fuel Tank empty. Fill Fuel Tank. 7 start.. Fuel Shut-Off Closed. Open Fuel Shut-Off. 8 Engine Throttle Control not at FAST Put Engine Throttle Control to FAST (Rabbit) (Rabbit) position. p...

Page 19 - If adjustment is required, keep feeler gauge in slot and; HYDRAULIC SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS; GENERAL HYDRAULIC SERVICING; Before removing parts from the Hydraulic System, check

19 SECTION 4 - SERVICE WARNING Once blades are disengaged, they should come to a complete stop in 7 seconds. If the blades continue to rotate after 7 seconds, the electric clutch should be checked. Replacement of electric clutch may be necessary. Return machine to dealer for replacement. DO NOT CONT...

Page 20 - MACHINE SPEED CONTROL RANGES; Turn Key to STOP position and remove Key from; Push Swivel out from each Traction Control Arm and

20 SECTION 4 - SERVICE 4.2.3. HYDRAULIC PUMP REMOVAL (Continued) 2. Loosen Nut on Belt Guide at rear of Engine Pulley and remove Cutter Deck Belt from Engine Pulley. 3. Remove Hydraulic Pump Belt. 4.2.4. HYDRAULIC PUMP BELT INSTALLATION 1. STOP ENGINE! Place Hydraulic Belt on Engine and Pump Pulleys...

Page 21 - SECTION 4 - MOWER ATTACHMENT SERVICE

21 SECTION 4 - MOWER ATTACHMENT SERVICE 4.4 CUTTER DECK BELT REMOVAL & INSTALLATION 4.4.1. 36” CUTTING DECK BELT REMOVAL 1. Move Mower onto a smooth, level surface. Turn Ignition Key to STOP position, remove Key, disconnect Spark Plug W ire and secure W ire away from Spark Plug. 2. Remove Mower ...

Page 22 - MAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT PARTS

22 SECTION 4 - SERVICE & LUBRICATION HOURS PROCEDURE COMMENTS BREAK-IN Check all fasteners for proper tightness Change Engine Oil and Filter at 5 hours .............................. See engine manual Change Hydraulic Oil and Filter at 25 hours ........................ Use SAE 10W -30 8 HOURS Ch...

Page 23 - CUTTING BLADE SERVICE

23 SECTION 4 - MOWER ATTACHMENT SERVICE 4.4.6. SPINDLE TO SPINDLE DECK BELT INSTALLATION - 48”, 52”, & 61” CUTTING DECKS 1. Route new belt for 48” cutting deck, 52” cutting deck, and 61” cutting decks, onto bottom groove of center Spindle Pulley and left hand Spindle Pulley. Refer to Figure 4.8....

Page 24 - YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY; and SNAPPERZRIDER

24 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For one (1) year from purchase date for the original purchaser's 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 defec...

Page 25 - PRIMARY MAINTENANCE

Page 29 - SERVICE NOTES

29 SERVICE NOTES ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________...

Page 30 - Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for

30 Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for PRO HYDRO MID-SIZE WALK BEHIND MOWERS SERIES 0 WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. COPYRIGHT © 1999 SNAPPER INC. ALL RIGHTS RESE...