Snapper LT23460AWS - Manual

International Pictorials IMPORTANT: Some of the following pictorials are located on your unit or on literature supplied with the product. Before youoperate the unit, learn and understand the purpose for each pictorial. Figure 1: Safety warning pictorials A B C D E G H F I J K L M N P max 15° A - War...

Assembly Read and follow the assembly and adjustmentinstructions for your mower. All fasteners are in the parts bag. Do not discard anyparts or material until the unit is assembled. NOTE: In this instruction book, left and right describe thelocation of a part with the operator on the seat. WARNING: ...

Figure 7: Steering post A - ScrewB - WasherC - CoverD - Decal (Optional)E - Steering wheelF - BellowsG - Steering postH - Straight Maintenance Free Battery IMPORTANT: Before you attach the battery cables to thebattery, check the battery date. The battery date tells if thebattery must be charged. 1. ...

1. Remove the protective cap from the battery terminal. 2. Fasten the red cable and terminal cover (if equipped) to the positive (+) terminal with the fasteners as shown(Figure 9). 3. Fasten the black cable to the negative (-) terminal with the fasteners as shown. Figure 9: Battery A - Carriage bolt...

Features and Controls A - Throttle Control / Choke Control Levers — Throttlecontrol increases or decreases the speed of the engine.Choke control engages the choke to start a cold engine. B - Steering Wheel (Removed for clarity) — Steers the unit. C - Brake Pedal — Quickly stops the unit. D - Deck Li...

Operation Attachments This unit can use many different attachments. For all pull-behind attachments or trailers, the maximumgross weight is 250 pounds. Gross weight is the weight ofthe attachment or trailer and any load that might be on or init. Do not operate on a slope that is greater than 10 degr...

How to Engage the Blades The PTO switch is above and to the right of the steeringwheel (Figure 10). Use the PTO switch to engage the blades. Figure 10: PTO switch A - PTO switch (shown in the DISENGAGE position) 1. Before you start the engine, make sure the PTO switch is pushed down in the DISENGAGE...

How to Transport the Unit To transport the unit, follow the steps below. 1. Disengage the blades. 2. Raise the deck lift lever to the highest position. 3. Move the throttle control to the FAST position. 4. Slowly push the speed control pedal forward to the desired speed. Mowing How to Operate the Mo...

Engine Operation Before Starting the Engine Check the Oil NOTE: The engine was shipped from the factory filled withoil. Check the level of the oil. Add oil as needed. See theengine manufacturer’s instructions for the type of gasolineand oil to use. 1. Make sure the unit is level. NOTE: Do not check ...

Tips Operating Tips 1. Check the blade rotation control or the PTO clutch for correct adjustment. For the blades to disengagecorrectly, the adjustment must be correct. 2. Before you use the unit, check the oil in the engine and add oil if necessary. 3. If the engine will not start, first make sure t...

22 www.snapper.com Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Frequency Maintenance Required Comments Daily or before each use Maintenance engine. Refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual. Examine blades. Check for cracks, wear, and excessive damage. Remove debris from unit and mowing area. Examine all rotating and...

Adjustments How to Check and Adjust the PTO Clutch Check the PTO clutch adjustment after the initial 25 hourbreak-in period and then after every 250 hours of operation.Also perform the following procedure if the clutch is slippingor will not engage, or if a new clutch has been installed. WARNING: Be...

Lubrication Where to Lubricate Models with grease fittings: Lubricate withgrease gun. Apply grease with a brush to the areas shown. Lubricate the areas shown with engine oil. NOTE: Apply grease to the steering gear assembly. CAUTION: If the unit is operated in dry areas that have sand,use a dry grap...

How to Check the Fuel Filter NOTE: Before you replace the fuel filter or the fuel line, thefuel tank must be empty. If the fuel filter is dirty, the engine will run rough and haveless performance. Remove the old filter (Figure 29). Replacethe old filter with a new filter. Use an original equipmentpa...

Troubleshooting 40 www.snapper.com Troubleshooting Chart Problem Correction The engine will not start. 1. Follow the steps, “How To Start The Engine” in this book.2. Electric-Start Models: Clean the battery terminals. Tighten the cables.3. Drain the fuel tank. Clean the fuel line. Replace the fuel f...

41 English en en Troubleshooting Chart Continued Problem Correction The grass does not dischargecorrectly. 1. Stop the engine. Clean the mower deck.2. Raise the height of cut.3. Replace or sharpen the blade(s).4 Use a slower ground speed.5. Move the throttle control to the FAST position.6. Replace t...

Specifications 42 www.snapper.com Product Specifications LT23460AWS Deck Size (inches) 46 Height of Cut (inches) 1.5 - 4.0 Transmission Type Hydro Ground Speed - Fwd/Rev (mph) 0 - 5.0 / 0 - 2.5 Engine Power (hp) 23.0 Engine Displacement (cc) 721 Fuel Tank Capacity (gal) 2.2

47 English en 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For two (2) years from purchase date for the original purchaser’s residential, non-commercial use, SNAPPER, through anyauthorized SNAPPER dealer will replace, free of charge (except for taxes where applicable), any part or parts found uponexamination by the fact...