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Page 1: ...ydro Tractor IVlfg No Description 2690714 LT2044 20 hp and 44 in Mower Deck 44 in Mower Deck Mfg No Description 1695140 44 in Mower Deck CAUTION Read and follow all instructions ManualPartNo 1734712 R...

Page 2: ...oreuse Referto the Assembly section of this manual for instructions on final assembly procedures Follow the instructions completely Where to Find Us You can contact Snapper Customer Service by phone a...

Page 3: ...actor and Engine 16 Driving the Tractor 16 Mowing 16 Lawn Careand Mowing Information 17 Adjusting Mower Cutting Height 19 Pushing the Tractor by Hand 19 Attaching a Trailer 19 Maintenance 21 Maintenan...

Page 4: ...rmation found on the following pages Also completely readthe Operationsection Safety Icons The alert symbol A is used to identify safety information about hazardsthat can result in personal injury A s...

Page 5: ...risk Moving Parts This equipment has many moving parts that can injure you or someone else However if you are seated in the seat properly and follow all the rules in this book the unit is safeto oper...

Page 6: ...ht or good artificial light 14 15 16 17 18 Do not operate the unit while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways Use extra care when loading...

Page 7: ...speed so that you will not have to stop or change speedswhile on the slope 4 Do not mow on wet grass Tires may loose traction 5 Always keep unit in gear especially when traveling down slopes Do not sh...

Page 8: ...h defects or other reproductive harm 2 Look for the relevant Emissions Durability Period and Air Index information on the engine emissions label Ignition System 1 This spark ignition system complies w...

Page 9: ...mproper service procedures can result in hazardousoperation equipment damage and voiding of manufacturer s warranty 19 On multiple blade mowers take care as rotating one blade can causeother bladesto...

Page 10: ...e safety instructions it contains will provide you with the necessarybasic knowledge to operatethis equipment safely and effectively we have placed several safety labels on the unit to remind you of t...

Page 11: ...rt No 1722806 Danger Side Discharge Models Part No 1704276 I ACAUTIO _ Caution Pinch Point Part No 1732070 Fuel Level Part No 1730172 Transmission ReleasePart No 1730202 Danger Side Discharge Models P...

Page 12: ...lt tension Removebelt from PTOpulley B 4 Remove hair pin D Figure4 and washer C Disconnectthe mower lift plates A from the tractor lift arms B Re install washers C and hair pins D to prevent loss 5 Re...

Page 13: ...Figure 5 Removing and installing belt A Idler Arm B PTOPulley Figure 7 Raisingand lowering mower A Mower Lift Lever Figure 6 Mower hitch A Safety Clip B Rod C Mower Hanger D Tractor Brackets 11...

Page 14: ...tle 1 Choke Closethe choke for cold starting Openthe choke once the enginestarts A warm engine may not require choking Move the lever forward to close the choke Headlights The light switch turns the t...

Page 15: ...ock the ground speed control in forward The cruise control has five lock positions _e 4 Mower Heightof CutAdjustment The mower cutting height adjustment lever controls the mower cutting height The mow...

Page 16: ...e brake pedal B OR 2 Depress the forward ground speed pedal A Hourmeter Select Models The hour meter E Figure 8 measuresthe number of hours the key has been in the RUNposition 12 Volt Power Outlet Sel...

Page 17: ...ion RMO Check Engineshould shut off if PTOis engagedAND RMOis not activated AND reversepedal is depressed RMOlight should illuminate if RMOis engagedAND PTOswitch is activated Note Once the engine has...

Page 18: ...in the seat and adjust the seat so that you can comfortably reach all the controls and see the dashboard display 2 Engagethe parking brake 3 Make sure the PTOswitch is disengaged 4 Start the engine se...

Page 19: ...lawns are watered too often but with too little water Howevertoo much water can allow development of diseases with your lawn It is best to water the lawn only when necessary and then to water it slowl...

Page 20: ...quickly than longer blades Sharp mower blades cut grass cleanly and efficiently preventing frayed edgeswhich harm the grass Mow at time of day when the grass is cool and dry Late afternoon or early e...

Page 21: ...ushed by hand NOTICE Q DO NOTTOW TRACTOR Towingthe unitwill causetransmissiondamage Do notuse anothervehicle to pushor pull this unit Do notactuatethe transmissionrelease valve lever while the enginei...

Page 22: ...MaintenanceRecords 20 snapper com...

Page 23: ...es EngineMaintenance Items Before Every5 Every25 Every50 Every100 Spring EachUse Hours Hours Hours Hours Fall CheckEngine Oil Level Check ChangeEngineAir Filter ChangeEngineOil ChangeEngineOil and Fil...

Page 24: ...cedure outlined in the Troubleshooting Adjustment and Servicesection of this manual BatteryMaintenance WARNING When removingor installingbatterycables disconnectthe negative cable FIRSTand reconnectit...

Page 25: ...tag location A ID Tag Hood Removal and Installation HoodRemoval 1 Openthe hood 2 Removethe socket and bulbs A Figure 15 by twisting the socket counterclockwise and pulling it out of the bezel B Repea...

Page 26: ...ntact is made with other parts Keepoil and grease off belts and pulleys Wipe surfaces clean before and after lubrication Grease steering linkage mower linkage rearaxle shafts remove wheel hubs front a...

Page 27: ...lity during service do not jack rear end higher than required for wheel removal 3 Support the rear of the unit on jackstands positioned under the rearframe Note Youraxle assembly may differ slightly f...

Page 28: ...ck of wood to prevent blade rotation while loosening the capscrew 3 Rremove the capscrew D Figure 22 hex washer B spring washer C and blade 4 Use a file to sharpen bladeto a fine edge If blade is dama...

Page 29: ...he dip stick C and clean it with a paper towel 4 Insert the dip stick C back into the engine Thread the cap back onto the tube 5 Remove the dip stick and readthe oil level The oil level should be betw...

Page 30: ...y 2 quarts 1 9 L with oil filter change Note Changeengine oil while the engine is warm Run the engine for a few minutes then shut the engine off and allow it to cool from hot to warm 1 Cleanthe area a...

Page 31: ...r DO NOToil the foam sleave or cartridge If there is oil of heavy dirt on the cartridge replaceit DONOTuse pressurized air or solvents to clean the filter cartridge Removeany dirt from the air filter...

Page 32: ...humansandanimals Maintenance and Storage rules and information in the OperatorSafety section then perform the following steps Disengagethe PTO set the parking brake and remove the key Perform engine m...

Page 33: ...ion 4 Cruisecontrol engaged Move knob to Neutral Off position 5 Battery terminals require cleaning Clean the battery terminals 6 Baterydischarged or dead Rechargethe battery follow the battery charger...

Page 34: ...d control pedals not depressed Transmission releaselever in push position Drive belt slips Drive belt is broken Pulleys or belt greasy or oily Belt stretched or worn Idler pulley pivot bracket frozen...

Page 35: ...r blades are out of balance 4 Belt installed incorrectly 1 Bent or rough pulleys 2 Using incorrect belt 1 Idler pulley spring broken or not properly attached 2 Belt stops out of adjustment 3 Mower dri...

Page 36: ...hours of operation Also perform the following procedure if the clutch is slipping or will not engage or if a new clutch has been installed 1 Remove key from ignition switch and disconnect spark plug w...

Page 37: ...n When using lower cutting heights set the wheels in the upper position Do not allow wheels to remain on the ground constantly while mowing To adjust 1 Remove the Iocknut B Figure 33 gauge wheel C was...

Page 38: ...on a smooth level surface such as a concrete floor Turn the front wheels straight forward 2 Checkfor bent blades and replace if necessary 3 Placethe mower in mid cut position Arrange the outside mowe...

Page 39: ...electric clutch pulley Note Make note of the position of all belt guides relative to the belt and pulleys before loosening 4 Some Models Loosen the belt stop bracket s C 5 Remove the old belt and rep...

Page 40: ...YOUR PROOFOF PURCHASE RECEIPT IFYOU DO NOT PROVIDEPROOFOFTHEINITIAL PURCHASEDATEAT THETIME WARRANTYSERVICEIS REQUESTED THE MANUFACTURING DATEOFTHE PRODUCTWILL BEUSEDTO DETERMINETHE WARRANTYPERIOD WARR...

Page 41: ...s Additional copies of this manual are available as well as fully illustrated parts lists Thesemanuals show all of the product s components in exploded views 3D illustrations which show the relationsh...

Page 42: ...wer Deck The gross power rating labels for individual gas engine models is labeled in accordance with SAE Society of Automotive Engineers code J1940 Small Engine Power Torque Rating Procedure and rati...

Page 43: ...ydro Tractor IVlfg No Description 2690714 LT2044 20 hp and 44 in Mower Deck 44 in Mower Deck Mfg No Description 1695140 44 in Mower Deck CAUTION Read and follow all instructions ManualPartNo 1734712 R...

Page 44: ...oreuse Referto the Assembly section of this manual for instructions on final assembly procedures Follow the instructions completely Where to Find Us You can contact Snapper Customer Service by phone a...

Page 45: ...actor and Engine 16 Driving the Tractor 16 Mowing 16 Lawn Careand Mowing Information 17 Adjusting Mower Cutting Height 19 Pushing the Tractor by Hand 19 Attaching a Trailer 19 Maintenance 21 Maintenan...

Page 46: ...rmation found on the following pages Also completely readthe Operationsection Safety Icons The alert symbol A is used to identify safety information about hazardsthat can result in personal injury A s...

Page 47: ...risk Moving Parts This equipment has many moving parts that can injure you or someone else However if you are seated in the seat properly and follow all the rules in this book the unit is safeto oper...

Page 48: ...ht or good artificial light 14 15 16 17 18 Do not operate the unit while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways Use extra care when loading...

Page 49: ...speed so that you will not have to stop or change speedswhile on the slope 4 Do not mow on wet grass Tires may loose traction 5 Always keep unit in gear especially when traveling down slopes Do not sh...

Page 50: ...h defects or other reproductive harm 2 Look for the relevant Emissions Durability Period and Air Index information on the engine emissions label Ignition System 1 This spark ignition system complies w...

Page 51: ...mproper service procedures can result in hazardousoperation equipment damage and voiding of manufacturer s warranty 19 On multiple blade mowers take care as rotating one blade can causeother bladesto...

Page 52: ...e safety instructions it contains will provide you with the necessarybasic knowledge to operatethis equipment safely and effectively we have placed several safety labels on the unit to remind you of t...

Page 53: ...rt No 1722806 Danger Side Discharge Models Part No 1704276 I ACAUTIO _ Caution Pinch Point Part No 1732070 Fuel Level Part No 1730172 Transmission ReleasePart No 1730202 Danger Side Discharge Models P...

Page 54: ...lt tension Removebelt from PTOpulley B 4 Remove hair pin D Figure4 and washer C Disconnectthe mower lift plates A from the tractor lift arms B Re install washers C and hair pins D to prevent loss 5 Re...

Page 55: ...Figure 5 Removing and installing belt A Idler Arm B PTOPulley Figure 7 Raisingand lowering mower A Mower Lift Lever Figure 6 Mower hitch A Safety Clip B Rod C Mower Hanger D Tractor Brackets 11...

Page 56: ...tle 1 Choke Closethe choke for cold starting Openthe choke once the enginestarts A warm engine may not require choking Move the lever forward to close the choke Headlights The light switch turns the t...

Page 57: ...ock the ground speed control in forward The cruise control has five lock positions _e 4 Mower Heightof CutAdjustment The mower cutting height adjustment lever controls the mower cutting height The mow...

Page 58: ...e brake pedal B OR 2 Depress the forward ground speed pedal A Hourmeter Select Models The hour meter E Figure 8 measuresthe number of hours the key has been in the RUNposition 12 Volt Power Outlet Sel...

Page 59: ...ion RMO Check Engineshould shut off if PTOis engagedAND RMOis not activated AND reversepedal is depressed RMOlight should illuminate if RMOis engagedAND PTOswitch is activated Note Once the engine has...

Page 60: ...in the seat and adjust the seat so that you can comfortably reach all the controls and see the dashboard display 2 Engagethe parking brake 3 Make sure the PTOswitch is disengaged 4 Start the engine se...

Page 61: ...lawns are watered too often but with too little water Howevertoo much water can allow development of diseases with your lawn It is best to water the lawn only when necessary and then to water it slowl...

Page 62: ...quickly than longer blades Sharp mower blades cut grass cleanly and efficiently preventing frayed edgeswhich harm the grass Mow at time of day when the grass is cool and dry Late afternoon or early e...

Page 63: ...ushed by hand NOTICE Q DO NOTTOW TRACTOR Towingthe unitwill causetransmissiondamage Do notuse anothervehicle to pushor pull this unit Do notactuatethe transmissionrelease valve lever while the enginei...

Page 64: ...MaintenanceRecords 20 snapper com...

Page 65: ...es EngineMaintenance Items Before Every5 Every25 Every50 Every100 Spring EachUse Hours Hours Hours Hours Fall CheckEngine Oil Level Check ChangeEngineAir Filter ChangeEngineOil ChangeEngineOil and Fil...

Page 66: ...cedure outlined in the Troubleshooting Adjustment and Servicesection of this manual BatteryMaintenance WARNING When removingor installingbatterycables disconnectthe negative cable FIRSTand reconnectit...

Page 67: ...tag location A ID Tag Hood Removal and Installation HoodRemoval 1 Openthe hood 2 Removethe socket and bulbs A Figure 15 by twisting the socket counterclockwise and pulling it out of the bezel B Repea...

Page 68: ...ntact is made with other parts Keepoil and grease off belts and pulleys Wipe surfaces clean before and after lubrication Grease steering linkage mower linkage rearaxle shafts remove wheel hubs front a...

Page 69: ...lity during service do not jack rear end higher than required for wheel removal 3 Support the rear of the unit on jackstands positioned under the rearframe Note Youraxle assembly may differ slightly f...

Page 70: ...ck of wood to prevent blade rotation while loosening the capscrew 3 Rremove the capscrew D Figure 22 hex washer B spring washer C and blade 4 Use a file to sharpen bladeto a fine edge If blade is dama...

Page 71: ...he dip stick C and clean it with a paper towel 4 Insert the dip stick C back into the engine Thread the cap back onto the tube 5 Remove the dip stick and readthe oil level The oil level should be betw...

Page 72: ...y 2 quarts 1 9 L with oil filter change Note Changeengine oil while the engine is warm Run the engine for a few minutes then shut the engine off and allow it to cool from hot to warm 1 Cleanthe area a...

Page 73: ...r DO NOToil the foam sleave or cartridge If there is oil of heavy dirt on the cartridge replaceit DONOTuse pressurized air or solvents to clean the filter cartridge Removeany dirt from the air filter...

Page 74: ...humansandanimals Maintenance and Storage rules and information in the OperatorSafety section then perform the following steps Disengagethe PTO set the parking brake and remove the key Perform engine m...

Page 75: ...ion 4 Cruisecontrol engaged Move knob to Neutral Off position 5 Battery terminals require cleaning Clean the battery terminals 6 Baterydischarged or dead Rechargethe battery follow the battery charger...

Page 76: ...d control pedals not depressed Transmission releaselever in push position Drive belt slips Drive belt is broken Pulleys or belt greasy or oily Belt stretched or worn Idler pulley pivot bracket frozen...

Page 77: ...r blades are out of balance 4 Belt installed incorrectly 1 Bent or rough pulleys 2 Using incorrect belt 1 Idler pulley spring broken or not properly attached 2 Belt stops out of adjustment 3 Mower dri...

Page 78: ...hours of operation Also perform the following procedure if the clutch is slipping or will not engage or if a new clutch has been installed 1 Remove key from ignition switch and disconnect spark plug w...

Page 79: ...n When using lower cutting heights set the wheels in the upper position Do not allow wheels to remain on the ground constantly while mowing To adjust 1 Remove the Iocknut B Figure 33 gauge wheel C was...

Page 80: ...on a smooth level surface such as a concrete floor Turn the front wheels straight forward 2 Checkfor bent blades and replace if necessary 3 Placethe mower in mid cut position Arrange the outside mowe...

Page 81: ...electric clutch pulley Note Make note of the position of all belt guides relative to the belt and pulleys before loosening 4 Some Models Loosen the belt stop bracket s C 5 Remove the old belt and rep...

Page 82: ...YOUR PROOFOF PURCHASE RECEIPT IFYOU DO NOT PROVIDEPROOFOFTHEINITIAL PURCHASEDATEAT THETIME WARRANTYSERVICEIS REQUESTED THE MANUFACTURING DATEOFTHE PRODUCTWILL BEUSEDTO DETERMINETHE WARRANTYPERIOD WARR...

Page 83: ...s Additional copies of this manual are available as well as fully illustrated parts lists Thesemanuals show all of the product s components in exploded views 3D illustrations which show the relationsh...

Page 84: ...wer Deck The gross power rating labels for individual gas engine models is labeled in accordance with SAE Society of Automotive Engineers code J1940 Small Engine Power Torque Rating Procedure and rati...

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