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SECTION 2 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST
Make the following checks and perform all service as
required before starting and operating the machine.
2.1.1. Read
Manuals.
Read, understand, and follow
instructions and warnings in this manual and on the
machine, engine and attachments. Know the controls
and the proper use of the machine before starting.
2.1.2. General Inspection. Thoroughly inspect the
entire machine for damage, wear, and loose and
missing hardware. Repair or replace damaged, worn,
loose and missing components prior to starting and
operating machine.
2.1.3. Check
Tires. Inflate tires to 15 psi. Inspect
condition of tires for wear, deterioration, cuts, and
damage. Replace worn, damaged or deteriorated tires
before operating machine using only tires of the same
size, type and construction approved by SNAPPER.
2.1.4. Check
Accelerator
Pedal. With engine off,
depress pedal fully. The pedal must move freely and
return to original position when released.
2.1.5. Check Engine oil and Transmission fluid.
Raise empty cargo bed and carefully secure with prop
rod. Add oil as needed to bring engine to FULL mark.
See Figure 2.1. Refer to Engine Owner’s manual for
engine oil specifications. Add fluid as needed to bring
transmission to FULL mark. See Figure 2.1. Use
MOBILFLUID 424 or equivalent.
IMPORTANT! Do Not overfill. Always fully thread
dip stick when checking transmission fluid levels,
and unthreaded when checking engine oil level.
FIGURE 2.1
2.1.6. Add
Fuel to the tank after moving the machine
outside where fumes can safely dissipate. Make sure
fuel filler cap is tight after refueling. Refer to Engine
Owner’s manual for fuel specifications. Do not smoke.
2.1.7. Check
Steering for excessive play. Do not
operate machine if steering is loose or sloppy.
2.1.8. Check
Headlights. Both headlights should be
functional before operating machine. Headlight lenses
and rear reflectors must be clean.
2.1.9. Check Engine and Surrounding areas for
buildup of dirt, debris, oil, grease, etc. Keep engine air
intake screen and cooling fins clean at all times.
IMPORTANT! ENGINE AND SURROUNDING AREAS
MUST BE KEPT CLEAN. Debris buildup can cause
engine over heating, severe damage and fire.
2.1.10. Adjust Operator’s Seat. With engine stopped,
and park brake set, loosen two seat adjusting knobs
and move seat to desired position. Re-tighten both
knobs securely. See Figure 2.2.
FIGURE 2.2
SEAT ADJUSTING
KNOBS
ENGINE
OIL
DIPSTICK
TRANSMISSION
FLUID DIPSTICK
