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Page 1: ...ne 22 Series Designation B Briggs Engine V Over Head K Kohler Engine Valve E Electric Start Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product Before operating your machine read this manual carefully and pay part...

Page 2: ...DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 15 degrees 27 grade 2 Exercise EXTREME CAUTION on slopes above 10 degrees 18 grade Turn blades OFF when traveling uphill Use a slow speed and avoid sudden or...

Page 3: ...ctional changes OPERATION Continued From Previous Column 14 Exercise CAUTION when pulling loads Limit loads to those you can safely control and attach loads to hitch plate as specified with SNAPPER at...

Page 4: ...kage Lubrication 15 Front Wheel Bearing Lubrication 16 Rear Axle Bearing Lubrication 16 Differential Chain Case Lubrication 16 17 Service Annually 17 Engine 17 Fuel Filter 17 Every Two Years 17 Storag...

Page 5: ...f accepted operating practices Read Understand and Follow the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on Pages 2 3 of this manual and All SAFETY messages on the Rear Engine Rider and its attachments before oper...

Page 6: ...Lockout Mechanism With blade pedals depressed shift lever must not go into reverse 2 1 7 Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and engine of any accumulation of dirt grass oil etc Keep engine air in...

Page 7: ...BLADE PARKING BRAKE LATCH TO START ENGINE PUSH CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL ALL THE WAY DOWN _ FIGURE 2 5 CHOKE POSITION ENGINE SPEED CONTROL I FIGURE 2 4 3 Press Clutch Brake Pedal all the wa_ down and hold w...

Page 8: ...ition DO NOT start engine with transmission shift lever in a drive position WARNING It is possible to start engine with transmission shift I lever in a drive position Follow starting instructions care...

Page 9: ...2 10 2 3 4 WHEEL DRIVE 1 With engine running adjust engine speed control to FAST position 2 Depress clutch brake pedal See Figure 2 11 3 Place transmission shift lever in notch for first speed See Fig...

Page 10: ...Engine Rider by pushing clutch brake pedal all the way DOWN to apply brake See Figure 2 14 WARNING Once blade is disengaged it should come to a complete stop in 3 seconds or less If the blade continue...

Page 11: ...KE PEDAL PARK BRAKE LATCH SHOWN FIGURE 2 16 2 Release park brake by pushing down on the clutch brake pedal parking brake latch will move to the OFF position unassisted See Figure 2 17 CLUTCH BRAKE PED...

Page 12: ...and hold Blade Pedals Release Override Lever Move blade lever forward to ON position WARNING A I LOOK and SEE behind and down for children pets I and hazards before and while backing I IMPORTANT DO N...

Page 13: ...ll cap on engine 3 Loosen oil drain plug 4 Place a 2 quart minimum capacity container under the end of the oil drain Open oil drain See Figure 3 1 for oil drains used on the Rear Engine Riders REMOVE...

Page 14: ...Figure 3 4 The belt spacing should be 1 1 4 but no less 1 If the measurement is less than 1 the belt tension should be adjusted Refer to Section BLADE DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT WARNING The following proc...

Page 15: ...rking brake Remove key Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug Engine and components are HOT Avoid serious burns allow all parts to cool before working on machine Fuel Filler...

Page 16: ...ricated sealed bearing and require no additional lubrication 2 The right rear axle bearing is lubricated by the differential lubricant and requires no grease LEFT REAR AXLE BEARING GREASE FITTING FIGU...

Page 17: ...FUEL TANK 1 Remove hose clamps from fuel filter 2 Remove fuel lines from filter Discard filter 3 Install new fuel filter See Figure 3 10 4 Reinstallfuel tank into bracket 5 Carefully reinstallfuel cl...

Page 18: ...e easily dissipated Removal of the tank is accomplished from the left side of the machine by pulling the tank straight up and away from the fuel tank bracket Holding the fuel tank remove the fuel fill...

Page 19: ...be adjusted DO NOT continue to operate the machine if the blade brake is not operating properly 4 2 1 BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT The automatic Blade Brake should stop the blades within 3 seconds anytime t...

Page 20: ...BLADE PEDAL f ECCENTRIC LIFT ARM SHOULDER BOLT FIGURE 4 3 7 Turn eccentric UP or DOWN as required until blade tips are within 1 8 of each other See Figure 4 3 8 Tighten shoulder bolt loosened in Step...

Page 21: ...1 I 4 FIGURE 4 6 7 Install required number of snap in frame spacers behind channel pivot until the 1 1 4 distance between belt is maintained See Figure 4 7 SNAP IN FRAME SPACER _ P N 2 8395 SPINDLE PU...

Page 22: ...follows 1 Follow WARNING statement found on this page Check fuel level in tank Refer to Section REMOVING FUEL TANK If over 3 4 full remove tank 2 If 3 4 or less proceed to next step 3 Carefully stand...

Page 23: ...ure 4 12 Torque blade mounting bolts to recommended range of 30 to 40 ft Ibs LOCKWASHER equipped with a grass catcher attachment the air lifts should be replaced when the blade is replaced 4 4 b MOWER...

Page 24: ...idler pulley bolt securely 11 Adjust belt guide See Figure 4 15 or 4 16 for proper belt to belt guide clearances 12 Check mower drive belt tension and adjust if necessary 28 30 decks only Refer to Sec...

Page 25: ...om battery box to gain access to terminal cables 4 Observe and note cable positions on battery See Figure 4 18 5 Disconnect cables from battery terminals disconnecting BLACK Negative cable first Retai...

Page 26: ...positive and BLACK to negative terminal IMPORTANT 3 16 above cell plates is the recommended level DO NOT place anything in battery other than specified electrolyte lj WARNING DO NOT attempt to charge...

Page 27: ...gle Bag Catcher All 28 33 Deck Rear Engine Riders 6 0944 6 0945 6 0946 6 0947 Single Bag Catcher All 41 42 Deck Rear Engine Riders Twin Bag Catcher All 41 42 Deck Rear Engine Riders Twin Bag Catcher A...

Page 28: ...or not in seat Running 2 Choke control in the CHOKE position 3 Fuel tank empty 4 Engine air pre cleaner and or air cleaner dirty 5 Spark plug defective or gap set improperly 5 Service spark plug 6 Fue...

Page 29: ...too fast 2 3 Grass is wet 3 4 Excessively dull worn or damaged blade s 4 5 Build up of grass clippings and debris under 5 deck 6 Improper blade installed on deck 6 1 Leaking chain case or differential...

Page 30: ...ttery Check Pressures Check For Wear And Tension Check For Wear And Damage Clean Debris Accumulation Grease or Oil Check Grease Level Check blade stopping for proper operation Check Clutch Brake for p...

Page 31: ...33 Cutter 33 Cutter 33 Cutter 33 Cutter Air Lift Kit Blade Ninja Quad Edge Blade IStandard Not Air Lift Compatible Blade Standard Air Lift Compatible Blade INinia Quad Edge Blade Standard Not Air Lift...

Page 32: ...al purchase date SNAPPER will not be responsible for any installation cost incurred The battery warranty only covers original equipment batteries and does not cover damage to the battery or machine ca...

Page 33: ...d components n In their products in order to 4 provide long satisfactory service However proper care is essential In _ prolonging engine life Dirt Is your engine s enemy number 11 The engine on your S...

Page 34: ...e power loss 3 result in hard starting 4 create smoke from unburned fuel 5 produce carbon build up Internally 6 foul spark plug electrodes 7 score cylinder walls 8 burn valves 9 wear out the engine pr...

Page 35: ...uides 2 sticking valves t _ o 3 scuffed scored walls 4 overspeedlng 5 loss of power 6 complete failure of engine Dirt can also be introduced into an engine In dirty fuel from a contaminated container...

Page 36: ...3 Fuel Tank 4 Choke 5 Primer on some englnes 6 Safety Inter lock Switches 7 Switch Blade Control 8 Spark plug 9 Throttle control 10 Blade 11 Muffler To full level 4 cycle Properly mixed with gas 2 cy...

Page 37: ...SERVICE NOTES 37...

Page 38: ...about your Snapper product contact your local authorized Snapper dealer or contact Snapper Customer Service at Snapper McDonough GA 30253 Phone 1 800 935 2967 WARNING BATTERY POSTS TERMINALS AND RELAT...

Page 39: ...ne 22 Series Designation B Briggs Engine V Over Head K Kohler Engine Valve E Electric Start Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product Before operating your machine read this manual carefully and pay part...

Page 40: ...DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 15 degrees 27 grade 2 Exercise EXTREME CAUTION on slopes above 10 degrees 18 grade Turn blades OFF when traveling uphill Use a slow speed and avoid sudden or...

Page 41: ...ctional changes OPERATION Continued From Previous Column 14 Exercise CAUTION when pulling loads Limit loads to those you can safely control and attach loads to hitch plate as specified with SNAPPER at...

Page 42: ...kage Lubrication 15 Front Wheel Bearing Lubrication 16 Rear Axle Bearing Lubrication 16 Differential Chain Case Lubrication 16 17 Service Annually 17 Engine 17 Fuel Filter 17 Every Two Years 17 Storag...

Page 43: ...f accepted operating practices Read Understand and Follow the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on Pages 2 3 of this manual and All SAFETY messages on the Rear Engine Rider and its attachments before oper...

Page 44: ...Lockout Mechanism With blade pedals depressed shift lever must not go into reverse 2 1 7 Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and engine of any accumulation of dirt grass oil etc Keep engine air in...

Page 45: ...BLADE PARKING BRAKE LATCH TO START ENGINE PUSH CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL ALL THE WAY DOWN _ FIGURE 2 5 CHOKE POSITION ENGINE SPEED CONTROL I FIGURE 2 4 3 Press Clutch Brake Pedal all the wa_ down and hold w...

Page 46: ...ition DO NOT start engine with transmission shift lever in a drive position WARNING It is possible to start engine with transmission shift I lever in a drive position Follow starting instructions care...

Page 47: ...2 10 2 3 4 WHEEL DRIVE 1 With engine running adjust engine speed control to FAST position 2 Depress clutch brake pedal See Figure 2 11 3 Place transmission shift lever in notch for first speed See Fig...

Page 48: ...Engine Rider by pushing clutch brake pedal all the way DOWN to apply brake See Figure 2 14 WARNING Once blade is disengaged it should come to a complete stop in 3 seconds or less If the blade continue...

Page 49: ...KE PEDAL PARK BRAKE LATCH SHOWN FIGURE 2 16 2 Release park brake by pushing down on the clutch brake pedal parking brake latch will move to the OFF position unassisted See Figure 2 17 CLUTCH BRAKE PED...

Page 50: ...and hold Blade Pedals Release Override Lever Move blade lever forward to ON position WARNING A I LOOK and SEE behind and down for children pets I and hazards before and while backing I IMPORTANT DO N...

Page 51: ...ll cap on engine 3 Loosen oil drain plug 4 Place a 2 quart minimum capacity container under the end of the oil drain Open oil drain See Figure 3 1 for oil drains used on the Rear Engine Riders REMOVE...

Page 52: ...Figure 3 4 The belt spacing should be 1 1 4 but no less 1 If the measurement is less than 1 the belt tension should be adjusted Refer to Section BLADE DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT WARNING The following proc...

Page 53: ...rking brake Remove key Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug Engine and components are HOT Avoid serious burns allow all parts to cool before working on machine Fuel Filler...

Page 54: ...ricated sealed bearing and require no additional lubrication 2 The right rear axle bearing is lubricated by the differential lubricant and requires no grease LEFT REAR AXLE BEARING GREASE FITTING FIGU...

Page 55: ...FUEL TANK 1 Remove hose clamps from fuel filter 2 Remove fuel lines from filter Discard filter 3 Install new fuel filter See Figure 3 10 4 Reinstallfuel tank into bracket 5 Carefully reinstallfuel cl...

Page 56: ...e easily dissipated Removal of the tank is accomplished from the left side of the machine by pulling the tank straight up and away from the fuel tank bracket Holding the fuel tank remove the fuel fill...

Page 57: ...be adjusted DO NOT continue to operate the machine if the blade brake is not operating properly 4 2 1 BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT The automatic Blade Brake should stop the blades within 3 seconds anytime t...

Page 58: ...BLADE PEDAL f ECCENTRIC LIFT ARM SHOULDER BOLT FIGURE 4 3 7 Turn eccentric UP or DOWN as required until blade tips are within 1 8 of each other See Figure 4 3 8 Tighten shoulder bolt loosened in Step...

Page 59: ...1 I 4 FIGURE 4 6 7 Install required number of snap in frame spacers behind channel pivot until the 1 1 4 distance between belt is maintained See Figure 4 7 SNAP IN FRAME SPACER _ P N 2 8395 SPINDLE PU...

Page 60: ...follows 1 Follow WARNING statement found on this page Check fuel level in tank Refer to Section REMOVING FUEL TANK If over 3 4 full remove tank 2 If 3 4 or less proceed to next step 3 Carefully stand...

Page 61: ...ure 4 12 Torque blade mounting bolts to recommended range of 30 to 40 ft Ibs LOCKWASHER equipped with a grass catcher attachment the air lifts should be replaced when the blade is replaced 4 4 b MOWER...

Page 62: ...idler pulley bolt securely 11 Adjust belt guide See Figure 4 15 or 4 16 for proper belt to belt guide clearances 12 Check mower drive belt tension and adjust if necessary 28 30 decks only Refer to Sec...

Page 63: ...om battery box to gain access to terminal cables 4 Observe and note cable positions on battery See Figure 4 18 5 Disconnect cables from battery terminals disconnecting BLACK Negative cable first Retai...

Page 64: ...positive and BLACK to negative terminal IMPORTANT 3 16 above cell plates is the recommended level DO NOT place anything in battery other than specified electrolyte lj WARNING DO NOT attempt to charge...

Page 65: ...gle Bag Catcher All 28 33 Deck Rear Engine Riders 6 0944 6 0945 6 0946 6 0947 Single Bag Catcher All 41 42 Deck Rear Engine Riders Twin Bag Catcher All 41 42 Deck Rear Engine Riders Twin Bag Catcher A...

Page 66: ...or not in seat Running 2 Choke control in the CHOKE position 3 Fuel tank empty 4 Engine air pre cleaner and or air cleaner dirty 5 Spark plug defective or gap set improperly 5 Service spark plug 6 Fue...

Page 67: ...too fast 2 3 Grass is wet 3 4 Excessively dull worn or damaged blade s 4 5 Build up of grass clippings and debris under 5 deck 6 Improper blade installed on deck 6 1 Leaking chain case or differential...

Page 68: ...ttery Check Pressures Check For Wear And Tension Check For Wear And Damage Clean Debris Accumulation Grease or Oil Check Grease Level Check blade stopping for proper operation Check Clutch Brake for p...

Page 69: ...33 Cutter 33 Cutter 33 Cutter 33 Cutter Air Lift Kit Blade Ninja Quad Edge Blade IStandard Not Air Lift Compatible Blade Standard Air Lift Compatible Blade INinia Quad Edge Blade Standard Not Air Lift...

Page 70: ...al purchase date SNAPPER will not be responsible for any installation cost incurred The battery warranty only covers original equipment batteries and does not cover damage to the battery or machine ca...

Page 71: ...d components n In their products in order to 4 provide long satisfactory service However proper care is essential In _ prolonging engine life Dirt Is your engine s enemy number 11 The engine on your S...

Page 72: ...e power loss 3 result in hard starting 4 create smoke from unburned fuel 5 produce carbon build up Internally 6 foul spark plug electrodes 7 score cylinder walls 8 burn valves 9 wear out the engine pr...

Page 73: ...uides 2 sticking valves t _ o 3 scuffed scored walls 4 overspeedlng 5 loss of power 6 complete failure of engine Dirt can also be introduced into an engine In dirty fuel from a contaminated container...

Page 74: ...3 Fuel Tank 4 Choke 5 Primer on some englnes 6 Safety Inter lock Switches 7 Switch Blade Control 8 Spark plug 9 Throttle control 10 Blade 11 Muffler To full level 4 cycle Properly mixed with gas 2 cy...

Page 75: ...SERVICE NOTES 37...

Page 76: ...about your Snapper product contact your local authorized Snapper dealer or contact Snapper Customer Service at Snapper McDonough GA 30253 Phone 1 800 935 2967 WARNING BATTERY POSTS TERMINALS AND RELAT...

Page 77: ...ne 22 Series Designation B Briggs Engine V Over Head K Kohler Engine Valve E Electric Start Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product Before operating your machine read this manual carefully and pay part...

Page 78: ...DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 15 degrees 27 grade 2 Exercise EXTREME CAUTION on slopes above 10 degrees 18 grade Turn blades OFF when traveling uphill Use a slow speed and avoid sudden or...

Page 79: ...ctional changes OPERATION Continued From Previous Column 14 Exercise CAUTION when pulling loads Limit loads to those you can safely control and attach loads to hitch plate as specified with SNAPPER at...

Page 80: ...kage Lubrication 15 Front Wheel Bearing Lubrication 16 Rear Axle Bearing Lubrication 16 Differential Chain Case Lubrication 16 17 Service Annually 17 Engine 17 Fuel Filter 17 Every Two Years 17 Storag...

Page 81: ...f accepted operating practices Read Understand and Follow the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on Pages 2 3 of this manual and All SAFETY messages on the Rear Engine Rider and its attachments before oper...

Page 82: ...Lockout Mechanism With blade pedals depressed shift lever must not go into reverse 2 1 7 Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and engine of any accumulation of dirt grass oil etc Keep engine air in...

Page 83: ...BLADE PARKING BRAKE LATCH TO START ENGINE PUSH CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL ALL THE WAY DOWN _ FIGURE 2 5 CHOKE POSITION ENGINE SPEED CONTROL I FIGURE 2 4 3 Press Clutch Brake Pedal all the wa_ down and hold w...

Page 84: ...ition DO NOT start engine with transmission shift lever in a drive position WARNING It is possible to start engine with transmission shift I lever in a drive position Follow starting instructions care...

Page 85: ...2 10 2 3 4 WHEEL DRIVE 1 With engine running adjust engine speed control to FAST position 2 Depress clutch brake pedal See Figure 2 11 3 Place transmission shift lever in notch for first speed See Fig...

Page 86: ...Engine Rider by pushing clutch brake pedal all the way DOWN to apply brake See Figure 2 14 WARNING Once blade is disengaged it should come to a complete stop in 3 seconds or less If the blade continue...

Page 87: ...KE PEDAL PARK BRAKE LATCH SHOWN FIGURE 2 16 2 Release park brake by pushing down on the clutch brake pedal parking brake latch will move to the OFF position unassisted See Figure 2 17 CLUTCH BRAKE PED...

Page 88: ...and hold Blade Pedals Release Override Lever Move blade lever forward to ON position WARNING A I LOOK and SEE behind and down for children pets I and hazards before and while backing I IMPORTANT DO N...

Page 89: ...ll cap on engine 3 Loosen oil drain plug 4 Place a 2 quart minimum capacity container under the end of the oil drain Open oil drain See Figure 3 1 for oil drains used on the Rear Engine Riders REMOVE...

Page 90: ...Figure 3 4 The belt spacing should be 1 1 4 but no less 1 If the measurement is less than 1 the belt tension should be adjusted Refer to Section BLADE DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT WARNING The following proc...

Page 91: ...rking brake Remove key Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug Engine and components are HOT Avoid serious burns allow all parts to cool before working on machine Fuel Filler...

Page 92: ...ricated sealed bearing and require no additional lubrication 2 The right rear axle bearing is lubricated by the differential lubricant and requires no grease LEFT REAR AXLE BEARING GREASE FITTING FIGU...

Page 93: ...FUEL TANK 1 Remove hose clamps from fuel filter 2 Remove fuel lines from filter Discard filter 3 Install new fuel filter See Figure 3 10 4 Reinstallfuel tank into bracket 5 Carefully reinstallfuel cl...

Page 94: ...e easily dissipated Removal of the tank is accomplished from the left side of the machine by pulling the tank straight up and away from the fuel tank bracket Holding the fuel tank remove the fuel fill...

Page 95: ...be adjusted DO NOT continue to operate the machine if the blade brake is not operating properly 4 2 1 BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT The automatic Blade Brake should stop the blades within 3 seconds anytime t...

Page 96: ...BLADE PEDAL f ECCENTRIC LIFT ARM SHOULDER BOLT FIGURE 4 3 7 Turn eccentric UP or DOWN as required until blade tips are within 1 8 of each other See Figure 4 3 8 Tighten shoulder bolt loosened in Step...

Page 97: ...1 I 4 FIGURE 4 6 7 Install required number of snap in frame spacers behind channel pivot until the 1 1 4 distance between belt is maintained See Figure 4 7 SNAP IN FRAME SPACER _ P N 2 8395 SPINDLE PU...

Page 98: ...follows 1 Follow WARNING statement found on this page Check fuel level in tank Refer to Section REMOVING FUEL TANK If over 3 4 full remove tank 2 If 3 4 or less proceed to next step 3 Carefully stand...

Page 99: ...ure 4 12 Torque blade mounting bolts to recommended range of 30 to 40 ft Ibs LOCKWASHER equipped with a grass catcher attachment the air lifts should be replaced when the blade is replaced 4 4 b MOWER...

Page 100: ...idler pulley bolt securely 11 Adjust belt guide See Figure 4 15 or 4 16 for proper belt to belt guide clearances 12 Check mower drive belt tension and adjust if necessary 28 30 decks only Refer to Sec...

Page 101: ...om battery box to gain access to terminal cables 4 Observe and note cable positions on battery See Figure 4 18 5 Disconnect cables from battery terminals disconnecting BLACK Negative cable first Retai...

Page 102: ...positive and BLACK to negative terminal IMPORTANT 3 16 above cell plates is the recommended level DO NOT place anything in battery other than specified electrolyte lj WARNING DO NOT attempt to charge...

Page 103: ...gle Bag Catcher All 28 33 Deck Rear Engine Riders 6 0944 6 0945 6 0946 6 0947 Single Bag Catcher All 41 42 Deck Rear Engine Riders Twin Bag Catcher All 41 42 Deck Rear Engine Riders Twin Bag Catcher A...

Page 104: ...or not in seat Running 2 Choke control in the CHOKE position 3 Fuel tank empty 4 Engine air pre cleaner and or air cleaner dirty 5 Spark plug defective or gap set improperly 5 Service spark plug 6 Fue...

Page 105: ...too fast 2 3 Grass is wet 3 4 Excessively dull worn or damaged blade s 4 5 Build up of grass clippings and debris under 5 deck 6 Improper blade installed on deck 6 1 Leaking chain case or differential...

Page 106: ...ttery Check Pressures Check For Wear And Tension Check For Wear And Damage Clean Debris Accumulation Grease or Oil Check Grease Level Check blade stopping for proper operation Check Clutch Brake for p...

Page 107: ...33 Cutter 33 Cutter 33 Cutter 33 Cutter Air Lift Kit Blade Ninja Quad Edge Blade IStandard Not Air Lift Compatible Blade Standard Air Lift Compatible Blade INinia Quad Edge Blade Standard Not Air Lift...

Page 108: ...al purchase date SNAPPER will not be responsible for any installation cost incurred The battery warranty only covers original equipment batteries and does not cover damage to the battery or machine ca...

Page 109: ...d components n In their products in order to 4 provide long satisfactory service However proper care is essential In _ prolonging engine life Dirt Is your engine s enemy number 11 The engine on your S...

Page 110: ...e power loss 3 result in hard starting 4 create smoke from unburned fuel 5 produce carbon build up Internally 6 foul spark plug electrodes 7 score cylinder walls 8 burn valves 9 wear out the engine pr...

Page 111: ...uides 2 sticking valves t _ o 3 scuffed scored walls 4 overspeedlng 5 loss of power 6 complete failure of engine Dirt can also be introduced into an engine In dirty fuel from a contaminated container...

Page 112: ...3 Fuel Tank 4 Choke 5 Primer on some englnes 6 Safety Inter lock Switches 7 Switch Blade Control 8 Spark plug 9 Throttle control 10 Blade 11 Muffler To full level 4 cycle Properly mixed with gas 2 cy...

Page 113: ...SERVICE NOTES 37...

Page 114: ...about your Snapper product contact your local authorized Snapper dealer or contact Snapper Customer Service at Snapper McDonough GA 30253 Phone 1 800 935 2967 WARNING BATTERY POSTS TERMINALS AND RELAT...

Page 115: ...ne 22 Series Designation B Briggs Engine V Over Head K Kohler Engine Valve E Electric Start Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product Before operating your machine read this manual carefully and pay part...

Page 116: ...DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 15 degrees 27 grade 2 Exercise EXTREME CAUTION on slopes above 10 degrees 18 grade Turn blades OFF when traveling uphill Use a slow speed and avoid sudden or...

Page 117: ...ctional changes OPERATION Continued From Previous Column 14 Exercise CAUTION when pulling loads Limit loads to those you can safely control and attach loads to hitch plate as specified with SNAPPER at...

Page 118: ...kage Lubrication 15 Front Wheel Bearing Lubrication 16 Rear Axle Bearing Lubrication 16 Differential Chain Case Lubrication 16 17 Service Annually 17 Engine 17 Fuel Filter 17 Every Two Years 17 Storag...

Page 119: ...f accepted operating practices Read Understand and Follow the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on Pages 2 3 of this manual and All SAFETY messages on the Rear Engine Rider and its attachments before oper...

Page 120: ...Lockout Mechanism With blade pedals depressed shift lever must not go into reverse 2 1 7 Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and engine of any accumulation of dirt grass oil etc Keep engine air in...

Page 121: ...BLADE PARKING BRAKE LATCH TO START ENGINE PUSH CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL ALL THE WAY DOWN _ FIGURE 2 5 CHOKE POSITION ENGINE SPEED CONTROL I FIGURE 2 4 3 Press Clutch Brake Pedal all the wa_ down and hold w...

Page 122: ...ition DO NOT start engine with transmission shift lever in a drive position WARNING It is possible to start engine with transmission shift I lever in a drive position Follow starting instructions care...

Page 123: ...2 10 2 3 4 WHEEL DRIVE 1 With engine running adjust engine speed control to FAST position 2 Depress clutch brake pedal See Figure 2 11 3 Place transmission shift lever in notch for first speed See Fig...

Page 124: ...Engine Rider by pushing clutch brake pedal all the way DOWN to apply brake See Figure 2 14 WARNING Once blade is disengaged it should come to a complete stop in 3 seconds or less If the blade continue...

Page 125: ...KE PEDAL PARK BRAKE LATCH SHOWN FIGURE 2 16 2 Release park brake by pushing down on the clutch brake pedal parking brake latch will move to the OFF position unassisted See Figure 2 17 CLUTCH BRAKE PED...

Page 126: ...and hold Blade Pedals Release Override Lever Move blade lever forward to ON position WARNING A I LOOK and SEE behind and down for children pets I and hazards before and while backing I IMPORTANT DO N...

Page 127: ...ll cap on engine 3 Loosen oil drain plug 4 Place a 2 quart minimum capacity container under the end of the oil drain Open oil drain See Figure 3 1 for oil drains used on the Rear Engine Riders REMOVE...

Page 128: ...Figure 3 4 The belt spacing should be 1 1 4 but no less 1 If the measurement is less than 1 the belt tension should be adjusted Refer to Section BLADE DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT WARNING The following proc...

Page 129: ...rking brake Remove key Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug Engine and components are HOT Avoid serious burns allow all parts to cool before working on machine Fuel Filler...

Page 130: ...ricated sealed bearing and require no additional lubrication 2 The right rear axle bearing is lubricated by the differential lubricant and requires no grease LEFT REAR AXLE BEARING GREASE FITTING FIGU...

Page 131: ...FUEL TANK 1 Remove hose clamps from fuel filter 2 Remove fuel lines from filter Discard filter 3 Install new fuel filter See Figure 3 10 4 Reinstallfuel tank into bracket 5 Carefully reinstallfuel cl...

Page 132: ...e easily dissipated Removal of the tank is accomplished from the left side of the machine by pulling the tank straight up and away from the fuel tank bracket Holding the fuel tank remove the fuel fill...

Page 133: ...be adjusted DO NOT continue to operate the machine if the blade brake is not operating properly 4 2 1 BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT The automatic Blade Brake should stop the blades within 3 seconds anytime t...

Page 134: ...BLADE PEDAL f ECCENTRIC LIFT ARM SHOULDER BOLT FIGURE 4 3 7 Turn eccentric UP or DOWN as required until blade tips are within 1 8 of each other See Figure 4 3 8 Tighten shoulder bolt loosened in Step...

Page 135: ...1 I 4 FIGURE 4 6 7 Install required number of snap in frame spacers behind channel pivot until the 1 1 4 distance between belt is maintained See Figure 4 7 SNAP IN FRAME SPACER _ P N 2 8395 SPINDLE PU...

Page 136: ...follows 1 Follow WARNING statement found on this page Check fuel level in tank Refer to Section REMOVING FUEL TANK If over 3 4 full remove tank 2 If 3 4 or less proceed to next step 3 Carefully stand...

Page 137: ...ure 4 12 Torque blade mounting bolts to recommended range of 30 to 40 ft Ibs LOCKWASHER equipped with a grass catcher attachment the air lifts should be replaced when the blade is replaced 4 4 b MOWER...

Page 138: ...idler pulley bolt securely 11 Adjust belt guide See Figure 4 15 or 4 16 for proper belt to belt guide clearances 12 Check mower drive belt tension and adjust if necessary 28 30 decks only Refer to Sec...

Page 139: ...om battery box to gain access to terminal cables 4 Observe and note cable positions on battery See Figure 4 18 5 Disconnect cables from battery terminals disconnecting BLACK Negative cable first Retai...

Page 140: ...positive and BLACK to negative terminal IMPORTANT 3 16 above cell plates is the recommended level DO NOT place anything in battery other than specified electrolyte lj WARNING DO NOT attempt to charge...

Page 141: ...gle Bag Catcher All 28 33 Deck Rear Engine Riders 6 0944 6 0945 6 0946 6 0947 Single Bag Catcher All 41 42 Deck Rear Engine Riders Twin Bag Catcher All 41 42 Deck Rear Engine Riders Twin Bag Catcher A...

Page 142: ...or not in seat Running 2 Choke control in the CHOKE position 3 Fuel tank empty 4 Engine air pre cleaner and or air cleaner dirty 5 Spark plug defective or gap set improperly 5 Service spark plug 6 Fue...

Page 143: ...too fast 2 3 Grass is wet 3 4 Excessively dull worn or damaged blade s 4 5 Build up of grass clippings and debris under 5 deck 6 Improper blade installed on deck 6 1 Leaking chain case or differential...

Page 144: ...ttery Check Pressures Check For Wear And Tension Check For Wear And Damage Clean Debris Accumulation Grease or Oil Check Grease Level Check blade stopping for proper operation Check Clutch Brake for p...

Page 145: ...33 Cutter 33 Cutter 33 Cutter 33 Cutter Air Lift Kit Blade Ninja Quad Edge Blade IStandard Not Air Lift Compatible Blade Standard Air Lift Compatible Blade INinia Quad Edge Blade Standard Not Air Lift...

Page 146: ...al purchase date SNAPPER will not be responsible for any installation cost incurred The battery warranty only covers original equipment batteries and does not cover damage to the battery or machine ca...

Page 147: ...d components n In their products in order to 4 provide long satisfactory service However proper care is essential In _ prolonging engine life Dirt Is your engine s enemy number 11 The engine on your S...

Page 148: ...e power loss 3 result in hard starting 4 create smoke from unburned fuel 5 produce carbon build up Internally 6 foul spark plug electrodes 7 score cylinder walls 8 burn valves 9 wear out the engine pr...

Page 149: ...uides 2 sticking valves t _ o 3 scuffed scored walls 4 overspeedlng 5 loss of power 6 complete failure of engine Dirt can also be introduced into an engine In dirty fuel from a contaminated container...

Page 150: ...3 Fuel Tank 4 Choke 5 Primer on some englnes 6 Safety Inter lock Switches 7 Switch Blade Control 8 Spark plug 9 Throttle control 10 Blade 11 Muffler To full level 4 cycle Properly mixed with gas 2 cy...

Page 151: ...SERVICE NOTES 37...

Page 152: ...about your Snapper product contact your local authorized Snapper dealer or contact Snapper Customer Service at Snapper McDonough GA 30253 Phone 1 800 935 2967 WARNING BATTERY POSTS TERMINALS AND RELAT...

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