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) 7. Keep people and pets out of mowing area. Immediately STOP blades, STOP engine, and STOP machine if anyone enters the area. 8. Check shields, deflectors, switches, blade controls and other safety devices frequently for prop...
Page 4 - TOWING
4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TOWING 1. Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing. DO NOT attach towed equipment except at the hitch point. 2. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes. 3. DO NOT allow children or others ...
Page 5 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
5 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................ 2-4 TABLE OF CONTENTS ..................................................................................................... 5 SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION ..........................
Page 6 - Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION; Understand and Follow; the IMPORTANT SAFETY; All; SAFETY messages on the Rear Engine Rider and its
6 Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION FIGURE 1.1 1.1 INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared for the operator’s of the SNAPPER Rear Engine Rider. Its purpose, aside from recommending standard operating procedures and routine service requirements, is to promote SAFETY through the use of accepted operating...
Page 7 - Section 1 – FAMILIARIZATION – DECALS / SYMBOLS
7 Section 1 – FAMILIARIZATION – DECALS / SYMBOLS BLADE ENGAGED POSITION “ON” BLADE DISENGAGED POSITION “OFF” OFF ON START ENGINE ENGINE SPEED CONTROL SYMBOLS GUARD WARNING 7029784 DO NOT operate without entire Grass Catcher or Guard in place SERIAL NUMBER EUROPEAN NOISE CONTROL 7074135 EUROPEAN COMM...
Page 9 - Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS; “ON”
9 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up. 2.1.1. Check tires and add or release air as needed to bring pressure to 12 PSI in front and 12 PSI in rear tires. 2.1.2. Check guards, deflectors and covers...
Page 10 - WARNING
10 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3 STARTING & OPERATION 2.3.1. ENGINE (ELECTRIC START) IMPORTANT: When the ignition key is turned to “START”, the engine will turn over, but will not start unless the Clutch/Brake pedal is pressed all the way down, the Blade Lever is in the “Off” position (...
Page 12 - “FAST”
12 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Once blade is disengaged, it should come to a complete stop in 3 seconds or less. If the blade continues to rotate after 3 seconds, the blade brake must be adjusted. Refer to Section “BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT” for adjustment procedures or return machine to...
Page 13 - Stop engine by turning key to the; Stop mower blade by releasing blade pedals or
13 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING DO NOT leave machine with engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Shift to neutral. Engage parking brake. Remove key. 2.4 STOPPING - ENGINE, WHEEL DRIVE, BLADE 2.4.1. ENGINE 1. Stop engine by turning key to the “OFF” position. See Figure 2.13. FIGURE 2....
Page 14 - BRAKE; Engage park brake by pushing clutch/brake pedal; DO NOT park machine on slopes.; Release park brake by pushing down on the
14 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.4 STOPPING - ENGINE, WHEEL DRIVE, BLADE 2.4.4. PARK BRAKE 1. Engage park brake by pushing clutch/brake pedal “DOWN” and moving the park brake latch to the “ENGAGED” position. While holding the park brake latch “ENGAGED”, release clutch/brake pedal to set park ...
Page 15 - DO NOT operate; Depress and hold Override Lever.; DO NOT use the Reverse Lockout; DANGER; LOOK and SEE behind and down for children, pets
15 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.6 REVERSE LOCKOUT MECHANISM Data indicates that tragic back-over accidents occur each year. These accidents usually involve unsupervised children. Many times these children have been given rides on the machine and have been trained to view this potentially dan...
Page 16 - Section 3 - MAINTENANCE
16 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,...
Page 18 - ENGINE MUST NOT START IF:; ENGINE
18 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.2.7. INTERLOCK SYSTEM SAFETY CHECKS Perform the following interlock system checks periodically during the operating season. Contact your Snapper dealer if you have questions. WARNING DO NOT operate machine if any safety interlock or safety device is not in place and func...
Page 21 - EVERY TWO YEARS
21 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,...
Page 22 - With the blade engagement lever disengaged,; CLEARANCE
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...
Page 25 - ADJUSTMENT
25 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...
Page 26 - MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT
26 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...
Page 27 - BLADE DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT
27 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...
Page 28 - INSTALLATION
28 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...
Page 29 - TESTING
29 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING The electrolyte (acid) produces a highly explosive gas. Keep all sparks, flame and fire away from area when charging battery or when handling electrolyte or battery. Electrolyte (acid) is a highly corrosive liquid. Wear eye protection. Wash affected ar...
Page 30 - Battery Condition Chart; State of Charge; SNAPPER REAR ENGINE RIDER ACCESSORIES; DESCRIPTION OF KIT
30 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.6.6. 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 ...
Page 31 - TROUBLESHOOTING; (Trouble Shooting Continued on Next Page)
31 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 choke control to “CHOKE” position. Recoil Starter 3. Spark plug wire disconnected. 3. Place spark plug wire ...
Page 33 - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
33 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SUBJECT SERVICE TO BE PERFORMED REFERENCE PAGES EACH USE 5 HOURS 25 HOURS 50 HOURS 100 HOURS EACH SEASON Engine Check Oil Level Page 9 X Engine Initial Oil Change Page 16 X Engine Periodic Oil Change Page 18 X* Air Pre-Cleaner Service Sponge Pre-Cleaner Element Engine Manual ...
Page 34 - CE COMPLIANCE SPECIFICATIONS
34 MAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT PARTS MAINTENANCE PARTS Engine Speed Control (Briggs Engine) 7024155 Engine Speed Control (Kohler Engine) 7074320 Clutch/Brake Cable (25, 28” Deck Models) 7029913 Clutch/Brake Cable (33” Deck Models) 7074131 Brake Cable 7072648 25” Cutter Blade (Standard - Not Air Lift Com...
Page 35 - YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY; any authorized
35 2 YEAR LIMITED 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 M...