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Section 3 – MAINTENANCE 

 
3.7  REMOVING FUEL TANK  

Before removing fuel tank from rear engine rider, 
move rider outdoors where fumes can be 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 filler cap and 
pour remaining fuel in an approved container.  

 

FIGURE 3.11 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

FUEL 
FILLER 
CAP 

FUEL 
TANK 

FUEL TANK 
BRACKET 

Summary of Contents for 281320BE, 301320BE, 3314520BVE

Page 1: ...15 15 0 HP Engine 20 Series Designation B Briggs Engine K Kohler Engine V Over Head Valve E Electric Start Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product Before operating your machine read this manual careful...

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 o...

Page 3: ...light 13 Move joystick if equipped SLOWLY to maintain control during speed and directional changes OPERATION Continued From Previous Column 14 Exercise CAUTION when pulling loads Limit loads to those...

Page 4: ...uid Level 15 Mower Deck Levelness 15 Clean Mower Deck 15 Mower Blade Spindle Lubrication 15 Mower Deck Linkage Lubrication 15 Front Wheel Bearing Lubrication 16 Rear Axle Bearing Lubrication 16 Differ...

Page 5: ...wing above Figure 1 1 shows the essential parts of the SNAPPER Rear Engine Rider It is recommended that all operator s of this equipment become thoroughly familiar with the controls components and ope...

Page 6: ...r 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 intake screen and cooling fins clear at all times 2 1 8 Ad...

Page 7: ...old while starting engine See Figure 2 5 4 Open vent on fuel filler cap by turning counterclockwise IMPORTANT Failure to open vent on the fuel filler cap can cause engine to stall See Figure 2 6 5 Mov...

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

Page 9: ...ntrol to FAST position 2 Depress clutch brake pedal See Figure 2 11 3 Place transmission shift lever in notch for first speed See Figure 2 12 4 Release clutch brake pedal to begin desired ground speed...

Page 10: ...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 adjustme...

Page 11: ...ing down on the clutch brake pedal to release park brake lever See Figure 2 17 FIGURE 2 17 2 5 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 1 Adjust cutting height as desired to any one of six positions using deck lift...

Page 12: ...ate your mower near roadways or use attachments that require quicker shifting to reverse there is an override lever provided This lever can be pushed and held before starting the blade and will allow...

Page 13: ...ap 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 FIGURE 3 1...

Page 14: ...tating in 3 seconds or less after moving the blade control lever to the OFF position or after releasing the blade pedals WARNING Blades must stop rotating in 3 seconds or less after the blade has been...

Page 15: ...e closed securely to prevent fuel spillage 3 3 2 BATTERY FLUID LEVEL 1 Remove battery Refer to Section BATTERY REMOVAL 2 Remove battery caps Check fluid level 3 Add water only to bring fluid to proper...

Page 16: ...ing and require no additional lubrication 2 The right rear axle bearing is lubricated by the differential lubricant and requires no grease FIGURE 3 7 3 3 9 DIFFERENTIAL CHAIN CASE LUBRICATION 1 Stand...

Page 17: ...m fuel filter 2 Remove fuel lines from filter Discard filter 3 Install new fuel filter See Figure 3 10 4 Reinstall fuel tank into bracket FIGURE 3 10 3 5 EVERY TWO YEARS In addition to regular mainten...

Page 18: ...fumes can be 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 th...

Page 19: ...y moving blade lever to the OFF position or by releasing the Blade Pedals When the Blade Brake is properly adjusted there should be 1 8 to 1 4 clearance between the Blade Engagement Lever and the back...

Page 20: ...ithin 1 8 of each other See Figure 4 3 8 Tighten shoulder bolt loosened in Step 6 9 Readjust rear hanger chain pivots to align with holes in support brackets See Figure 4 4 10 Remove angle iron pipe o...

Page 21: ...for repair 4 3 1 WHEEL BRAKE ADJUSTMENT Test the wheel brake on a dry concrete surface When properly adjusted the Rear Engine Rider will stop within 5 feet from fastest speed If stopping distance is...

Page 22: ...gine and components are HOT Avoid serious burns allow all parts to cool before working on machine Fuel Filler Cap and vent must be closed securely to prevent fuel spillage 4 3 1 WHEEL BRAKE ADJUSTMENT...

Page 23: ...ades Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury DO NOT use a cutting blade that shows signs of excessive wear or damage 4 4 2 BLADE SHARPENING 1 Follow WARNING statement found on this page...

Page 24: ...d to next step 3 Carefully stand Rear Engine Rider on rear bumper 4 Route new belt through engine belt guide up to engine pulley FIGURE 4 12 5 Move transmission shift lever to the neutral N position 6...

Page 25: ...16 5 Disconnect cables from battery terminals disconnecting BLACK Negative cable first Retain mounting bolts and nuts FIGURE 4 16 WARNING Cables must be connected to battery terminals in the proper po...

Page 26: ...D to 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 WARNING DO NOT attempt to charg...

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

Page 28: ...rter cable loose broken or disconnected 12 Connect starter cable If broken replace with new starter cable 13 Electrical wiring harness disconnected or broken 13 Connect or replace with new wiring harn...

Page 29: ...low or high 2 Adjust cutting height 3 Engine speed too slow 3 Move throttle control to FAST position 4 Forward speed too fast 4 Move transmission shift lever to a slower speed 5 Terraced cut side to...

Page 30: ...X X Battery Charge Battery Page 25 26 X Tires Check Pressures Page 6 X Drive Belts Check For Wear And Tension Pages 14 24 X X Mower Blades Check For Wear And Damage Pages 23 X Mower Deck Clean Debris...

Page 31: ...r Blade Ninja Quad Edge 2 6453 30 Cutter Blade Standard Not Air Lift Compatible N A 30 Cutter Blade Standard Air Lift Compatible 1 8069 30 Cutter Blade Ninja Quad Edge 2 6565 33 Cutter Blade Standard...

Page 32: ...ginal 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...

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Page 38: ...have any questions 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 COPYRIGHT 2000 SNAPPE...

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