Snapper GT600 - Manual

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 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 refueling. 4. Never fuel the machi...

7 Identification Numbers Tractor ID Tag Mower ID Tag E N G I N E R E F E R E N C E D A T A Model Description Name/Number Unit MFG Number P R O D U C T R E F E R E N C E D A T A Unit SERIAL Number Dealer Name Date Purchased Engine Make Engine Type/Spec Engine Model Engine Code/Serial Number Mower Dec...

8 Safety Decals Safety Decals This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro-vide you with the safety and reliability you would expectfrom an industry leader in outdoor power equipmentmanufacturing. Although reading this manual and the safety instructionsit contains will provide you with the ne...

9 Safety Icons / Safety Interlock Test Warning: Read Operator’sManual. Read and understand theOperator’s Manual before usingthis machine. Danger: Thrown Objects. This machine is capable of throwingobjects and debris. Keepbystanders away. Warning: Remove Key BeforeServicing. Remove the key and consul...

10 Features & Controls Choke (Select Models) Close the choke for cold starting. Open the choke oncethe engine starts. A warm engine may not require chok-ing. Pull the choke control out to close the choke. Throttle Control The throttle controls engine speed. Move the throttle for-ward to increase...

12 Features & Controls Figure 2. Engaging the Parking BrakeA. Ground Speed PedalsB. Brake PedalC. Parking Brake Knob Parking Brake Function Applying the Parking Brake - See Figure 2. To lock the parking brake, release the ground speed pedals (A),fully depress the brake pedal (B), pull the parkin...

13 Features & Controls K B D F E I J C G Dashboard Display Functions The dashboard display shows a variety of engine opera-tion and control status information, as explained in thedescriptions below. A. Irregular Voltage Indicates that the voltage being produced by the charg-ing system and batter...

14 Operating the Tractor Starting The Engine 1. While sitting in the operator’s seat, fully depress the brake pedal or set the parking brake. 2. Set the cruise control lever in neutral and make sure that your feet are not depressing the ground speedcontrol pedals. 3. Disengage the PTO. 4. Set the th...

15 Operating the Tractor 1. Return the ground speed control(s) to neutral and engage the parking brake. 2. Disengage the PTO and wait for all moving parts to stop. 3. Place the throttle control in the position specified in the engine owner’s manual provided in the operator'spacket shipped with your ...

16 Operating the Tractor Hydraulic System Functions General All of the inboard and auxiliary hydraulics are controlledby the attachment lift control lever. The attachment liftcontrol lever raises and lowers attachments that utilizethe tractor’s hydraulic lift cylinder. This lever also con-trols atta...

17 Operating the Tractor A. B. A. B. Figure 8. Auxiliary HydraulicsA. LiftB. Lower Figure 7. Auxiliary HydraulicsA. Angle LeftB. Angle Right Using Auxiliary Hydraulics The attachment lift control is also used to control attach-ments that use the tractor’s auxiliary hydraulic couplerslocated on the r...

18 Operating the Tractor 0 200 400 1' 0' 2' 600 3' 4' Max. Attachment W eight (Lbs .) Max. Attachment Weight Distance from End of Hitch Arm to Attachment Center of Gravity (Feet " ") X' Weight Range Approved End of Hitch Arm Attachment Attachment's Center of Gravity X' Distance from End of H...

19 Operating the Tractor Figure 12. Install Sway ArmsA. Sway ArmsB. Hair Pin ClipsC. Clevis PinsD. Upper Link AssemblyE. Safety ClipsF. Clevis Pins Figure 13. Install ChainsA. Right Sway ArmB. Clevis Pin & Safety ClipC. Capscrew, 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 & LocknutD. ChainsE. Left Sway Arm Figure 14. I...

20 Operating the Tractor 540 Rear PTO Operation(Select Models) Checks Before Starting Refer to the Maintenance & Adjustments sections of thismanual and perform any needed service. Connecting a Drive Shaft 1. Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, stop the engine, and wait for all moving parts...

21 Operating the Tractor 540 Attachment Recommendations GENERAL This rear PTO was designed and tested with the 540RPM rear tiller sold by Simplicity Manufacturing. Thereare a wide variety of other 540 attachments availablefrom numerous manufacturers. It is impossible for us totest every one of them....

22 Operating the Tractor Mower Deck Removal & Installation NOTE: Perform mower removal and installation on ahard, level surface such as a concrete floor. Removing the Mower Deck 1. Start the engine 2. Set the mower cutting height to its lowest setting. 3. Fully raise the attachment lift. 4. Stop...

23 Operating the Tractor Installing the Mower Deck 1. Slide the mower under the tractor. 2. Hook up the electrical connection (Figure 20). 3. Start the engine. 4. Set the cutting height to maximum. 5. Fully lower the attachment lift. 6. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 7. M...

24 Operating the Tractor Attaching a Trailer The maximum weight of a towed trailer should be lessthan 800 lbs (363 kg). Secure the trailer with an appro-priately sized clevis pin (A, Figure 23) and clip (B). Excessive towed loads can cause loss of traction andloss of control on slopes. Reduce towed ...

25 Regular Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your tractor and mower. * Refer to engine owner’s manual. Change original engine oil after initial break-in period. ** More often in hot (over 85° F: 30° C) weather or dusty operating conditions....

26 Regular Maintenance Engine Maintenance - General Refer to the engine owner’s manual for all engine main-tenance procedures and recommendations. Clean Debris Out of EngineCompartment Service Interval: Every 25 Hours, or As Necessary Stop the engine and allow the unit to cool. Remove alldebris from...

27 Regular Maintenance Drain Fuel Separator Service Interval: Seasonally or as Needed The fuel filter assembly has a built in water separatorthat should be drained when the indicator light in thedashboard display turns on or once per season.Replace the fuel filter element every 800 hours of opera-ti...

28 Regular Maintenance Figure 25. Transmission Fluid Check A. Dip Stick A Check Transmission Oil Level Service Interval: Every 25 Hours Oil Type: Type F Automatic Transmission Fluid 1. Clean the area around the transmission dip stick (A, Figure 25). 2. Remove the dip stick (A) from the transmission ...

29 Change Transmission Oil & filter Service Interval: After first the 50 hours, then every 250 hours. Oil Type: Type F Automatic Transmission Fluid Oil Capacity: 2WD: 7.3-8.4 qt. (7-8L), 4WD: 7.7-8.8 qt. (7,3-8,3L), 4WD w/ 540PTO: 9-10 qt. (8,5-9,5L) Oil Filter Part No.: 1726194 The transmission...

30 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 9 of this manual. If thetractor fails any of the tests, see your dealer. Blade Brake Check Service Interval: Every 10...

31 Regular Maintenance Battery Maintenance Cleaning the Battery and Cables Service Interval: Every 100 Hours 1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative cable first (C, Figures 30). 2. Remove the battery clamp (B) and battery. On diesel models the battery clamp is secured with bolts toboth f...

32 Regular Maintenance Lubrication Service Interval: Every 25 Hours Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 31-37 as well as the lubrication points listed. Generally, allmoving metal parts should be oiled where contact ismade with other parts. Keep oil and grease off belts andpulleys. W...

34 Regular Maintenance Servicing The Mower Blades 1. Remove mower from the tractor. See Mower Installation & Removal. 2. Blades should be sharp and free of nicks and dents. If not, sharpen blades as described in following steps. 3. To remove blade for sharpening, use a wood block to hold blade w...

37 Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Tractor Troubleshooting Cont. Brake will not hold. 1. Brake is incorrectly adjusted. See Brake Adjustment. 2. Internal brake worn. See your dealer. Tractor steers hard or 1. Hydraulic system filter clogged. Replace filter. handles poorly. 2. Improper tir...

38 Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Brake Adjustment 1. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, block the wheels, remove the ignition key, and engage theparking brake. 2. Remove the mower deck (see Mower Deck Removal). 3. Locate the brake spring (A, Figure 42). Measure the length of the compre...

39 Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Headlight Replacement 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the forward heat shield. 3. Remove the light bulb socket from the bezel by twist- ing it counterclockwise and pulling it out. 4. Use a rag or gloves to remove and replace the light bulb with an identical ...

40 Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service WARNING Before checking mower, shut off PTO and engine.Allow all moving parts to stop. Remove ignitionkey, then disconnect the spark plug wires andfasten them away from the spark plugs. Mower Adjustments Gauge Wheel Adjustment The mower gauge wheels can ...

41 Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service WARNING Before checking mower, shut off PTO and engine.Allow all moving parts to stop. Remove ignitionkey, then disconnect the spark plug wires andfasten them away from the spark plugs. Figure 46. Side-to-Side AdjustmentA. Lock Nut, 5/16-18B. SpacerC. I-...

42 Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service To avoid damaging belts, DO NOT PRYBELTS OVER PULLEYS. Figure 48. Mower Belt Routing CenterPulley BeltDouble V OuterPulley OuterPulley V Idler DrivePulley BELT ROUTING VIEWED FROM TOP FRONT Mower Belt Replacement Mower Drive Belt Replacement 1. Remove th...

43 Specifications ENGINE: 27 HP* Briggs & Stratton Make Briggs & Stratton Model DM 950 D - Model 582447 Horsepower 27 @ 3600 rpm Displacement 58.1 cu in (952cc) Electrical System 12 Volt, 40 amp. Alternator, Battery: 500 CCA Oil Capacity 3.2 qt. (3L) CHASSIS: Fuel Tank Cap. 5.5 gal (20,8L) R...

Lawn Care & Mowing Information LC-1 HOW AND WHEN TOWATER, FERTILIZE &AERATE Most lawns are watered too often,but with too little water. However too much water can allow develop-ment of diseases with your lawn. It is best to water the lawn only whennecessary, and then to water itslowly, evenl...

LC-2 Lawn Care & Mowing Information WHEN AND HOW OFTEN TO MOW The time of day and condition of the grass greatly affect the results you’llget when mowing. For the best results, follow these guidelines: ● Mow when the grass is between 3”-4” (7,5-10 cm) high. ● Mow with sharp blades. Short clippin...