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Page 1: ...38 38 Cutting Width Mower H Series Designation B Briggs Stratton K Kohler Engine V Over Head Valve Type Engine Thank you for buying a SNAPPER product Before operating the Lawn Tractor read and follow the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on pages 2 3 all other instructions contained in this manual and the accompanying booklet About Power Mower Safety Lawn mowers and all power equipment can be potentia...

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 sharp turns 3 DO NOT operate machine back and forth across face of slopes Operate up and down Practice on slopes with blades off 4 AVOID uphill starts If machine stops going uphill or tires lose tra...

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 attachment instructions 15 DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide a deadly poison MAINTENANCE 1 DO NOT store machine or fuel container inside where fumes ma...

Page 4: ... this manual are provided for reference only and may differ from your specific model Contact your Snapper dealer if you have questions SECTION 4 ADJUSTMENTS REPAIR 17 32 Engine Adjustments Repair 17 Mower Deck Component Adjustments 17 Blade Brake Adjustment 17 33 Deck Blade Brake Adjustment 17 38 Deck Blade Brake Adjustment 17 Blade Belt Adjustment 33 Deck 18 Blade Belt Adjustment 38 deck 18 Adjus...

Page 5: ...tial components of the SNAPPER Lawn Tractor It is recommended that all operators of this equipment become thoroughly familiar with the components and their operation BEFORE OPERATING Specific details involving the engine are found in the separate Engine Owner s Manual Study the Important Safety Instructions this Operator s Manual and Engine Owner s Manual before operating this machine Keep these m...

Page 6: ...ng deck engine and tractor of any accumulation of dirt grass oil etc Keep engine air intake screens and cooling fins clean at all times 2 1 6 With engine OFF move the tractor outside and add fuel to the fuel tank Securely tighten fuel cap after refueling Refer to engine owner s manual for fuel specifications See Figure 2 2 2 1 7 Check Reverse Lockout Mechanism With engine OFF raise blade engagemen...

Page 7: ...ld until engine starts then release key to RUN position See Figure 2 6 NOTE DO NOT crank engine for more than five seconds at a time This will help prevent the starter from overheating and or running down the battery If cranking time is more than five seconds locate and correct cause of starting problem 6 After engine starts release key move the engine speed control to FAST position and allow engi...

Page 8: ...ngine by turning key to the OFF position See Figure 2 9 I FORWARD SPEEDS FIGURE 2 9 2 4 2 STOPPING WHEEL DRIVE 1 Fully depress clutch brake pedal to stop wheel drive See Figure 2 10 2 3 3 STARTING MOWER BLADE 1 Start engine Refer to Section STARTING ENGINE 2 Raise blade engagement lever to ON See Figure 2 8 PULL BLADE ENGAGEMENTLEVER UP TO ON TO START MOWER BLADE S ON r BLADE LEVER FULLY DEPRESS C...

Page 9: ...te mower until blade brake is properly adjusted 2 4 4 SETTING PARK BRAKE 1 Fully depress clutch brake pedal 2 Move park brake lever up into slot See Figure 2 12 PUSH PEDAL ALL PARK BRAKE LEVER 2 4 5 RELEASING PARK BRAKE 1 Fully depress clutch brake pedal Move park brake lever DOWN to release park brake Release clutch brake pedal See Figure 2 13 CLUTCH BRAKE PARK BRAKE LEVER FIGURE 2 13 2 5 CUTTING...

Page 10: ...sengage the hydro transmission and coast down slopes DO NOT use Roll Release Control to disengage the hydro transmission unless machine motion can be controlled and engine is off PUSH ROLL RELEASE IN TO ENGAGE HYDRO TRANSMISSION ROLL RELEASE CONTROL FIGURE 2 15 3 Move tractor to desired location 4 Push roll release control all the way in to engage hydro transmission See Figure 2 15 5 Set park brak...

Page 11: ...rse operation until the blade engagement lever is moved to the OFF position at which time the system will return to its Reverse Lockout mode This feature should never be selected unless you are absolutely sure that no children or others are present in the mowing area and that all children are away and supervised by a responsible adult 2 7 1 1 2 3 4 Reverse Lockout Mechanism Override Stop machine S...

Page 12: ...t container placed beneath end of oil drain 3 After all oil has drained push drain body IN and rotate clockwise to close 4 Fill engine with new motor oil as specified in engine owner s manual I The following procedure requires the engine and blades to be operated Exercise extreme caution Clear area of loose parts tools first Only operate blades when seated in the operator s seat 3 2 2 CHECK BLADE ...

Page 13: ...o engine owner s manual for cleaning instructions AIR CLEANER ENGINE AIR PRE CLEANER FIGURE 3 5 3 Remove and replace engine air cleaner See Figure 3 5 Refer to engine owner s manual for service instructions 3 3 2 MOWER COMPONENTS 1 Check deck drive belt for proper tension Refer to Section CHECK DECK DRIVE BELT 2 Check blades for sharpness wear damage and torque Refer to Section MOWER BLADE REPLACE...

Page 14: ...le fitting faces forward and the left hand spindle fitting faces to the rear 3 Clutch Brake Pivot The clutch brake pivot is located on the left hand underside of the tractor and is lubricated with one shot of general purpose grease See Figure 3 7 CLUTCH BRAKE PIVOT LUBRICATION FITTING FIGURE 3 7 4 Steering Sector Gear Lubricate with a light coat of general purpose grease See Figure 3 8 FUEL TANK S...

Page 15: ... SERVICE ANNUALLY Perform all maintenance as described in Section SERVICE EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS Also see service schedule 3 4 1 ENGINE 1 Service engine according to engine owner s manual 3 4 2 FUEL FILTER 1 Service fuel filter as instructed below on COLD ENGINE ONLY NOTE It may be necessary to drain the fuel tank before removing fuel filter to prevent spillage of gasoline 2 Locate fuel filter R...

Page 16: ...E 3 14 4 Fill fuel tank with fresh gasoline Refer to engine owner s manual for fuel specifications 3 4 3 SPARK PLUG Remove and replace engine spark plug Refer to engine owner s manual for correct replacement plug and gap specifications 3 4 4 HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION OIL The hydrostatic transmission does not require maintenance If any problems arise return immediately to a Snapper dealer 16 ...

Page 17: ...rly adjusted will stop blade rotation in 5 seconds or less when the blade engagement lever is moved to the OFF position 33 DECK BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT 1 Blade brake adjustment is made by turning the adjustment nut on the threaded brake rod The brake is initially set with 1 3 16 of thread exposed beyond the nut See Figure 4 1 Verify this setting before attempting any adjustments To tighten the brak...

Page 18: ...gagement lever in the ON and OFF positions See Figure 4 3 Continue adjustment until tension is correct IMPORTANT Blade brake function must be verified after performing blade belt adjustment 11 Check blade brake Refer to Section CHECK BLADE BRAKE Blades must stop rotating in 5 seconds or less when turned off LEAST TENSION MOST TENSION ROD FIGURE 4 2 IMPORTANT If deck front to rear level is not corr...

Page 19: ...ne Set brake Remove key Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug Engine and components can be extremely hot Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool NOTE On 33 decks the measurement between the blade tip and deck lip should be 5 16 5 Repeat steps 2 and 3 with blade tip B 6 If measurement between blade tips and deck are different and t...

Page 20: ...eir lowest setting and proper level cannot be obtained adjust the front lift rod as follows 1 Move deck lift lever to 5 position 2 Place a 2 x 4 wooden block on edge under front center of deck 3 Place a 3 x 3 wooden block under rear center of deck 4 Remove hair pins and washers securing sector plates Lower rear of deck onto 3 x 3 block 5 Remove hair pin and washer securing front lift rod to front ...

Page 21: ...he rear hanger plates See Figure 4 14 7 Put the lift lever in the 3rd position from low cut 8 Measure the distance from each blade tip to the floor The measurements should be within 1 8 of each other Factory setting FIGURE 4 14 9 If the difference is less than 1 8 go to next section Front to rear level If the difference is more than 1 8 adjust as described in the following steps 10 Loosen the fron...

Page 22: ...e swivel on the front lift rod Turning the swivel clockwise will raise the front of the deck Turning the swivel counterclockwise will lower the front of the deck NOTE The deck should be set so that the rear of the deck is 1 4 lower than the front See Figure 4 17 X 1 4 3 REAR TO FRONT VIEW OF DECK I X 1 8 L ANGLE IRON 1 FIGURE 4 17 TRACTOR DRIVE COMPONENTS 4 3 1 BRAKE ADJUSTMENT When adjusted prope...

Page 23: ...ne should not move If further adjustment is required stop engine and repeat Step 4 NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT NUT TURN NUT CLOCKWISE TO REDUCE FORWARD CREEP ROTATE TO REDUCE PLAY _ MOUNTING NUT FIGURE 4 20 I WARNING DO NOT adjust shift linkage with engine running The adjustment requires hands to be close to rotating parts STOP engine REMOVE key FIGURE 4 19 3 Loosen the eccentric mounting nut and rotate th...

Page 24: ... NOTE Should less tension be required move stationary idler towards right side of tractor See Figure 4 21 6 Secure stationary idler with mounting bolt 7 Place spark plug wire onto spark plug Set park brake Start engine 8 Visually inspect traction drive belt for movement When properly adjusted the traction drive belt should not have any movement or rotation with the engine running and park brake en...

Page 25: ...AR LIMIT CRACKS OR NOTCHES BEGIN TO APPEAR I BLADE DANGEROUS CONDITION DO NOT USE ON MOWER FIGURE 4 23 4 4 3 STANDARD BLADE SHARPENING Blades should be kept sharp at all times When the blades are dull cut grass will be ragged and lawn will usually turn brown Sharpen standard blades as follows 1 Move tractor to a firm level surface 2 Turn engine OFF Remove key 3 Remove mowing deck from tractor 4 Re...

Page 26: ...hers See Figure 4 26 NUT BLADE MOUNTING BOLTS _F SPINDLE ASSEMBLY BLADE _ 2 REQUI_ CONE MOUNTING I_ NUT FIGURE 4 27 4 4 7 TRACTION DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT Mower Deck Removal It is necessary to remove deck in order to replace belts Remove deck as follows 1 Place tractor on a firm level surface such as a driveway or garage floor and set the park brake 2 Turn eng ne OFF Remove key 3 Lower the deck to ...

Page 27: ...d disconnect spring from tension idler 12 Pull deck from under tractor from R H side 6 Hold front of deck UP and slide the front deck hanger rod to the right and out then lower the front of deck to the ground 7 Remove hair pin and flat washer from rear deck hanger bracket on both sides of tractor 8 Make note of hole used in sector plates 9 Slide sector plates off of rear deck hanger brackets 10 Sl...

Page 28: ... page 4 Remove mounting nuts that secure the traction drive belt idler tension pulley and stationary idler pulleys See Figure 4 33 STATIONARY IDLER PULLEYS _ TRANSMISSION PULLEY TENSION L ENGINE IDLER PULLEY PULLEY PULLEYS VIEW FROM UNDERNEATH TRACTOR FIGURE 4 33 5 Remove traction drive belt from engine pulley top groove See Figure 4 34 REMOVE FROM PULLEY IDLER I STATIONARY IDLER FIGURE 4 35 NOTE ...

Page 29: ... belt idler pulley and spindle pulley cover See Figure 4 37 REMOVE SPINDLE PULLEY COVER FIGURE 4 37 5 Remove old belt 6 Replace with new belt in reverse order 7 Adjust idler pulley belt guide if necessary to obtain 1 16 clearance between belt and belt guide See Figure 4 38 38 Deck Drive Belt 1 Place tractor on a firm level surface 2 Turn engine OFF Remove key 3 Remove mower deck 4 Remove spindle b...

Page 30: ...e acid is a highly corrosive liquid Wear eye protection Wash affected areas immediately after having eye or skin contact with electrolyte acid Battery acid is corrosive Rinse empty acid containers with water and mutilate before discarding If acid is spilled on battery bench or clothing etc Flush with clear water and neutralize with baking soda 4 5 3 BATTERY SERVICE 1 Remove battery See Section on ...

Page 31: ...arged state 4 With cell caps removed connect battery charger to battery terminals RED to positive and BLACK to negative terminal IMPORTANT 3 16 above cell plates is the recommended level However do not try to measure this dimension Never place anything in battery other than specified electrolyte 5 Slow charge the battery at 1 amp for 2 hours to bring the battery to full charge 6 After charging che...

Page 32: ... 1916 Lawn Roller 6 1915 6 1915 42 Snow Blade 6 1352 6 1352 44 Dozer Blade Spring Trip 6 1881 6 1881 Dozer Blade Support Kit 6 1370 6 1370 40 Snow Thrower 6 1880 6 1880 Debris Blower 6 1883 6 1883 RAD Quick Hitch Subframe Kit 6 1879 6 1879 Weight Kit 6 1245 6 1245 Tire Chains 6 1085 6 1085 Ninja Recycling Mulch Kit 6 1255 6 1878 38 Wave Recycling Mulch Kit NA 6 1877 Single Bag Catcher 6 0943 6 188...

Page 33: ...Switches shown wi_h Pedal locked down PURP_ _REEm ii_i iiiii If I SCHEMATIC WIRING HARNESS P N 2 6616 LT145H33HBV LT145H38HBV 1 OFF M 2 RUN S L 3 START g S L Note Switches shown with Peda locked down GO UCHT SCHEMATIC WIRING HARNESS P N 7 3998 LT150H38HKV 33 ...

Page 34: ... Move engine speed control to FAST position 3 Fuel tank empty 3 Fill with fuel to proper level 4 Engine air pre cleaner and or air cleaner 4 Clean free of all debris dirty 5 Spark plug defective or gap set improperly 5 Service spark plug 6 Fuel filter stopped up 6 Replace fuel filter 7 Water debris or stale fuel in fuel system 7 Drain and clean fuel system Engine Loses 1 Excessive load on engine 1...

Page 35: ...too fast 4 Move speed control to a slower speed 5 Deck side to side level requires adjustment 5 Adjust side to side level 6 Deck front to rear level requires adjustment 6 Adjust front to rear level 7 Cutting Blade dull or damaged 7 Sharpen cutting edges or replace blade 8 Blade belt requires replacement 8 Replace blade belt 9 Blade belt slipping 9 Replace blade belt Poor Grass 1 Engine speed too s...

Page 36: ...Clean Outside and Underside Grease or Oil Check Oil Level Check Function REFERENCE PAGES Page 6 Page 12 Page 13 Engine Manual EACH 5 25 USE HOURS HOURS X X X Engine Manual Engine Manual 16 Page 15 16 Engine Manual Page 30 31 Page 30 31 Page 6 Pages 26 28 X X X X Pages 13 25 26 X Page 6 X X Page 6 X Pages 14 15 Page 16 Page 11 X X X 5O HOURS X Change oil every 25 hours when operating under heavy lo...

Page 37: ...nal 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 caused by neglect or abuse destruction by fire explosion freezing overcharging improper maintenance or use of improper electrolyte There is no other express warranty DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY Implied warr...

Page 38: ...engines and components m 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 J The engine on your Snapper product spends Its entire life operating close to the ground at high speed creating a virtual storm of dust and dlrtl 38 ...

Page 39: ...r loss 3 result in hard starting 4 create smoke from unburned fuel 5 produce carbon build up Internally 8 foul spark plug electrodes 7 score cylinder walls 8 burn valves 9 wear out the engine pre maturely 10 COST YOU MONEY Damage caused by a poorly serviced air cleaner is not covered under the engl ne warranties So save yourself unnecessary expenses and undue aggravation by keeping the air cleaner...

Page 40: ...e guides 2 sticking valves o 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 Always use clean fresh fuel from a clean container to guard against dirt sludge and water contamination Be aware that fuel breaks down In storage and forms gummy compounds which will block carburetor...

Page 41: ...ner 3 Fuel Tank 4 Choke 5 Pdmer on some engines 6 Safety Inter lock Switches 7 Switch Blade Control 8 Spark plug g Throttle control 10 Blade 11 Muffler To full level 4 cycle Properly mixed with gas 2 cycle Clean and properly serviced Full fresh clean gasoline Fuel valve open Cap vent open Inline filter clean Operating properly Used properly In proper posltlon All wires properly connected Switch On...

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Page 44: ...ons 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 RELATED ACCESSORIES CONTAIN LEAD AND LEAD COMPOUNDS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER AND BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING WARNING ENGINE EXHA...

Page 45: ...38 38 Cutting Width Mower H Series Designation B Briggs Stratton K Kohler Engine V Over Head Valve Type Engine Thank you for buying a SNAPPER product Before operating the Lawn Tractor read and follow the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on pages 2 3 all other instructions contained in this manual and the accompanying booklet About Power Mower Safety Lawn mowers and all power equipment can be potentia...

Page 46: ... 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 sharp turns 3 DO NOT operate machine back and forth across face of slopes Operate up and down Practice on slopes with blades off 4 AVOID uphill starts If machine stops going uphill or tires lose tra...

Page 47: ...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 attachment instructions 15 DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide a deadly poison MAINTENANCE 1 DO NOT store machine or fuel container inside where fumes ma...

Page 48: ... this manual are provided for reference only and may differ from your specific model Contact your Snapper dealer if you have questions SECTION 4 ADJUSTMENTS REPAIR 17 32 Engine Adjustments Repair 17 Mower Deck Component Adjustments 17 Blade Brake Adjustment 17 33 Deck Blade Brake Adjustment 17 38 Deck Blade Brake Adjustment 17 Blade Belt Adjustment 33 Deck 18 Blade Belt Adjustment 38 deck 18 Adjus...

Page 49: ...tial components of the SNAPPER Lawn Tractor It is recommended that all operators of this equipment become thoroughly familiar with the components and their operation BEFORE OPERATING Specific details involving the engine are found in the separate Engine Owner s Manual Study the Important Safety Instructions this Operator s Manual and Engine Owner s Manual before operating this machine Keep these m...

Page 50: ...ng deck engine and tractor of any accumulation of dirt grass oil etc Keep engine air intake screens and cooling fins clean at all times 2 1 6 With engine OFF move the tractor outside and add fuel to the fuel tank Securely tighten fuel cap after refueling Refer to engine owner s manual for fuel specifications See Figure 2 2 2 1 7 Check Reverse Lockout Mechanism With engine OFF raise blade engagemen...

Page 51: ...ld until engine starts then release key to RUN position See Figure 2 6 NOTE DO NOT crank engine for more than five seconds at a time This will help prevent the starter from overheating and or running down the battery If cranking time is more than five seconds locate and correct cause of starting problem 6 After engine starts release key move the engine speed control to FAST position and allow engi...

Page 52: ...ngine by turning key to the OFF position See Figure 2 9 I FORWARD SPEEDS FIGURE 2 9 2 4 2 STOPPING WHEEL DRIVE 1 Fully depress clutch brake pedal to stop wheel drive See Figure 2 10 2 3 3 STARTING MOWER BLADE 1 Start engine Refer to Section STARTING ENGINE 2 Raise blade engagement lever to ON See Figure 2 8 PULL BLADE ENGAGEMENTLEVER UP TO ON TO START MOWER BLADE S ON r BLADE LEVER FULLY DEPRESS C...

Page 53: ...te mower until blade brake is properly adjusted 2 4 4 SETTING PARK BRAKE 1 Fully depress clutch brake pedal 2 Move park brake lever up into slot See Figure 2 12 PUSH PEDAL ALL PARK BRAKE LEVER 2 4 5 RELEASING PARK BRAKE 1 Fully depress clutch brake pedal Move park brake lever DOWN to release park brake Release clutch brake pedal See Figure 2 13 CLUTCH BRAKE PARK BRAKE LEVER FIGURE 2 13 2 5 CUTTING...

Page 54: ...sengage the hydro transmission and coast down slopes DO NOT use Roll Release Control to disengage the hydro transmission unless machine motion can be controlled and engine is off PUSH ROLL RELEASE IN TO ENGAGE HYDRO TRANSMISSION ROLL RELEASE CONTROL FIGURE 2 15 3 Move tractor to desired location 4 Push roll release control all the way in to engage hydro transmission See Figure 2 15 5 Set park brak...

Page 55: ...rse operation until the blade engagement lever is moved to the OFF position at which time the system will return to its Reverse Lockout mode This feature should never be selected unless you are absolutely sure that no children or others are present in the mowing area and that all children are away and supervised by a responsible adult 2 7 1 1 2 3 4 Reverse Lockout Mechanism Override Stop machine S...

Page 56: ...t container placed beneath end of oil drain 3 After all oil has drained push drain body IN and rotate clockwise to close 4 Fill engine with new motor oil as specified in engine owner s manual I The following procedure requires the engine and blades to be operated Exercise extreme caution Clear area of loose parts tools first Only operate blades when seated in the operator s seat 3 2 2 CHECK BLADE ...

Page 57: ...o engine owner s manual for cleaning instructions AIR CLEANER ENGINE AIR PRE CLEANER FIGURE 3 5 3 Remove and replace engine air cleaner See Figure 3 5 Refer to engine owner s manual for service instructions 3 3 2 MOWER COMPONENTS 1 Check deck drive belt for proper tension Refer to Section CHECK DECK DRIVE BELT 2 Check blades for sharpness wear damage and torque Refer to Section MOWER BLADE REPLACE...

Page 58: ...le fitting faces forward and the left hand spindle fitting faces to the rear 3 Clutch Brake Pivot The clutch brake pivot is located on the left hand underside of the tractor and is lubricated with one shot of general purpose grease See Figure 3 7 CLUTCH BRAKE PIVOT LUBRICATION FITTING FIGURE 3 7 4 Steering Sector Gear Lubricate with a light coat of general purpose grease See Figure 3 8 FUEL TANK S...

Page 59: ... SERVICE ANNUALLY Perform all maintenance as described in Section SERVICE EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS Also see service schedule 3 4 1 ENGINE 1 Service engine according to engine owner s manual 3 4 2 FUEL FILTER 1 Service fuel filter as instructed below on COLD ENGINE ONLY NOTE It may be necessary to drain the fuel tank before removing fuel filter to prevent spillage of gasoline 2 Locate fuel filter R...

Page 60: ...E 3 14 4 Fill fuel tank with fresh gasoline Refer to engine owner s manual for fuel specifications 3 4 3 SPARK PLUG Remove and replace engine spark plug Refer to engine owner s manual for correct replacement plug and gap specifications 3 4 4 HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION OIL The hydrostatic transmission does not require maintenance If any problems arise return immediately to a Snapper dealer 16 ...

Page 61: ...rly adjusted will stop blade rotation in 5 seconds or less when the blade engagement lever is moved to the OFF position 33 DECK BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT 1 Blade brake adjustment is made by turning the adjustment nut on the threaded brake rod The brake is initially set with 1 3 16 of thread exposed beyond the nut See Figure 4 1 Verify this setting before attempting any adjustments To tighten the brak...

Page 62: ...gagement lever in the ON and OFF positions See Figure 4 3 Continue adjustment until tension is correct IMPORTANT Blade brake function must be verified after performing blade belt adjustment 11 Check blade brake Refer to Section CHECK BLADE BRAKE Blades must stop rotating in 5 seconds or less when turned off LEAST TENSION MOST TENSION ROD FIGURE 4 2 IMPORTANT If deck front to rear level is not corr...

Page 63: ...ne Set brake Remove key Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug Engine and components can be extremely hot Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool NOTE On 33 decks the measurement between the blade tip and deck lip should be 5 16 5 Repeat steps 2 and 3 with blade tip B 6 If measurement between blade tips and deck are different and t...

Page 64: ...eir lowest setting and proper level cannot be obtained adjust the front lift rod as follows 1 Move deck lift lever to 5 position 2 Place a 2 x 4 wooden block on edge under front center of deck 3 Place a 3 x 3 wooden block under rear center of deck 4 Remove hair pins and washers securing sector plates Lower rear of deck onto 3 x 3 block 5 Remove hair pin and washer securing front lift rod to front ...

Page 65: ...he rear hanger plates See Figure 4 14 7 Put the lift lever in the 3rd position from low cut 8 Measure the distance from each blade tip to the floor The measurements should be within 1 8 of each other Factory setting FIGURE 4 14 9 If the difference is less than 1 8 go to next section Front to rear level If the difference is more than 1 8 adjust as described in the following steps 10 Loosen the fron...

Page 66: ...e swivel on the front lift rod Turning the swivel clockwise will raise the front of the deck Turning the swivel counterclockwise will lower the front of the deck NOTE The deck should be set so that the rear of the deck is 1 4 lower than the front See Figure 4 17 X 1 4 3 REAR TO FRONT VIEW OF DECK I X 1 8 L ANGLE IRON 1 FIGURE 4 17 TRACTOR DRIVE COMPONENTS 4 3 1 BRAKE ADJUSTMENT When adjusted prope...

Page 67: ...ne should not move If further adjustment is required stop engine and repeat Step 4 NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT NUT TURN NUT CLOCKWISE TO REDUCE FORWARD CREEP ROTATE TO REDUCE PLAY _ MOUNTING NUT FIGURE 4 20 I WARNING DO NOT adjust shift linkage with engine running The adjustment requires hands to be close to rotating parts STOP engine REMOVE key FIGURE 4 19 3 Loosen the eccentric mounting nut and rotate th...

Page 68: ... NOTE Should less tension be required move stationary idler towards right side of tractor See Figure 4 21 6 Secure stationary idler with mounting bolt 7 Place spark plug wire onto spark plug Set park brake Start engine 8 Visually inspect traction drive belt for movement When properly adjusted the traction drive belt should not have any movement or rotation with the engine running and park brake en...

Page 69: ...AR LIMIT CRACKS OR NOTCHES BEGIN TO APPEAR I BLADE DANGEROUS CONDITION DO NOT USE ON MOWER FIGURE 4 23 4 4 3 STANDARD BLADE SHARPENING Blades should be kept sharp at all times When the blades are dull cut grass will be ragged and lawn will usually turn brown Sharpen standard blades as follows 1 Move tractor to a firm level surface 2 Turn engine OFF Remove key 3 Remove mowing deck from tractor 4 Re...

Page 70: ...hers See Figure 4 26 NUT BLADE MOUNTING BOLTS _F SPINDLE ASSEMBLY BLADE _ 2 REQUI_ CONE MOUNTING I_ NUT FIGURE 4 27 4 4 7 TRACTION DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT Mower Deck Removal It is necessary to remove deck in order to replace belts Remove deck as follows 1 Place tractor on a firm level surface such as a driveway or garage floor and set the park brake 2 Turn eng ne OFF Remove key 3 Lower the deck to ...

Page 71: ...d disconnect spring from tension idler 12 Pull deck from under tractor from R H side 6 Hold front of deck UP and slide the front deck hanger rod to the right and out then lower the front of deck to the ground 7 Remove hair pin and flat washer from rear deck hanger bracket on both sides of tractor 8 Make note of hole used in sector plates 9 Slide sector plates off of rear deck hanger brackets 10 Sl...

Page 72: ... page 4 Remove mounting nuts that secure the traction drive belt idler tension pulley and stationary idler pulleys See Figure 4 33 STATIONARY IDLER PULLEYS _ TRANSMISSION PULLEY TENSION L ENGINE IDLER PULLEY PULLEY PULLEYS VIEW FROM UNDERNEATH TRACTOR FIGURE 4 33 5 Remove traction drive belt from engine pulley top groove See Figure 4 34 REMOVE FROM PULLEY IDLER I STATIONARY IDLER FIGURE 4 35 NOTE ...

Page 73: ... belt idler pulley and spindle pulley cover See Figure 4 37 REMOVE SPINDLE PULLEY COVER FIGURE 4 37 5 Remove old belt 6 Replace with new belt in reverse order 7 Adjust idler pulley belt guide if necessary to obtain 1 16 clearance between belt and belt guide See Figure 4 38 38 Deck Drive Belt 1 Place tractor on a firm level surface 2 Turn engine OFF Remove key 3 Remove mower deck 4 Remove spindle b...

Page 74: ...e acid is a highly corrosive liquid Wear eye protection Wash affected areas immediately after having eye or skin contact with electrolyte acid Battery acid is corrosive Rinse empty acid containers with water and mutilate before discarding If acid is spilled on battery bench or clothing etc Flush with clear water and neutralize with baking soda 4 5 3 BATTERY SERVICE 1 Remove battery See Section on ...

Page 75: ...arged state 4 With cell caps removed connect battery charger to battery terminals RED to positive and BLACK to negative terminal IMPORTANT 3 16 above cell plates is the recommended level However do not try to measure this dimension Never place anything in battery other than specified electrolyte 5 Slow charge the battery at 1 amp for 2 hours to bring the battery to full charge 6 After charging che...

Page 76: ... 1916 Lawn Roller 6 1915 6 1915 42 Snow Blade 6 1352 6 1352 44 Dozer Blade Spring Trip 6 1881 6 1881 Dozer Blade Support Kit 6 1370 6 1370 40 Snow Thrower 6 1880 6 1880 Debris Blower 6 1883 6 1883 RAD Quick Hitch Subframe Kit 6 1879 6 1879 Weight Kit 6 1245 6 1245 Tire Chains 6 1085 6 1085 Ninja Recycling Mulch Kit 6 1255 6 1878 38 Wave Recycling Mulch Kit NA 6 1877 Single Bag Catcher 6 0943 6 188...

Page 77: ...Switches shown wi_h Pedal locked down PURP_ _REEm ii_i iiiii If I SCHEMATIC WIRING HARNESS P N 2 6616 LT145H33HBV LT145H38HBV 1 OFF M 2 RUN S L 3 START g S L Note Switches shown with Peda locked down GO UCHT SCHEMATIC WIRING HARNESS P N 7 3998 LT150H38HKV 33 ...

Page 78: ... Move engine speed control to FAST position 3 Fuel tank empty 3 Fill with fuel to proper level 4 Engine air pre cleaner and or air cleaner 4 Clean free of all debris dirty 5 Spark plug defective or gap set improperly 5 Service spark plug 6 Fuel filter stopped up 6 Replace fuel filter 7 Water debris or stale fuel in fuel system 7 Drain and clean fuel system Engine Loses 1 Excessive load on engine 1...

Page 79: ...too fast 4 Move speed control to a slower speed 5 Deck side to side level requires adjustment 5 Adjust side to side level 6 Deck front to rear level requires adjustment 6 Adjust front to rear level 7 Cutting Blade dull or damaged 7 Sharpen cutting edges or replace blade 8 Blade belt requires replacement 8 Replace blade belt 9 Blade belt slipping 9 Replace blade belt Poor Grass 1 Engine speed too s...

Page 80: ...Clean Outside and Underside Grease or Oil Check Oil Level Check Function REFERENCE PAGES Page 6 Page 12 Page 13 Engine Manual EACH 5 25 USE HOURS HOURS X X X Engine Manual Engine Manual 16 Page 15 16 Engine Manual Page 30 31 Page 30 31 Page 6 Pages 26 28 X X X X Pages 13 25 26 X Page 6 X X Page 6 X Pages 14 15 Page 16 Page 11 X X X 5O HOURS X Change oil every 25 hours when operating under heavy lo...

Page 81: ...nal 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 caused by neglect or abuse destruction by fire explosion freezing overcharging improper maintenance or use of improper electrolyte There is no other express warranty DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY Implied warr...

Page 82: ...engines and components m 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 J The engine on your Snapper product spends Its entire life operating close to the ground at high speed creating a virtual storm of dust and dlrtl 38 ...

Page 83: ...r loss 3 result in hard starting 4 create smoke from unburned fuel 5 produce carbon build up Internally 8 foul spark plug electrodes 7 score cylinder walls 8 burn valves 9 wear out the engine pre maturely 10 COST YOU MONEY Damage caused by a poorly serviced air cleaner is not covered under the engl ne warranties So save yourself unnecessary expenses and undue aggravation by keeping the air cleaner...

Page 84: ...e guides 2 sticking valves o 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 Always use clean fresh fuel from a clean container to guard against dirt sludge and water contamination Be aware that fuel breaks down In storage and forms gummy compounds which will block carburetor...

Page 85: ...ner 3 Fuel Tank 4 Choke 5 Pdmer on some engines 6 Safety Inter lock Switches 7 Switch Blade Control 8 Spark plug g Throttle control 10 Blade 11 Muffler To full level 4 cycle Properly mixed with gas 2 cycle Clean and properly serviced Full fresh clean gasoline Fuel valve open Cap vent open Inline filter clean Operating properly Used properly In proper posltlon All wires properly connected Switch On...

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Page 88: ...ons 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 RELATED ACCESSORIES CONTAIN LEAD AND LEAD COMPOUNDS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER AND BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING WARNING ENGINE EXHA...

Page 89: ...38 38 Cutting Width Mower H Series Designation B Briggs Stratton K Kohler Engine V Over Head Valve Type Engine Thank you for buying a SNAPPER product Before operating the Lawn Tractor read and follow the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on pages 2 3 all other instructions contained in this manual and the accompanying booklet About Power Mower Safety Lawn mowers and all power equipment can be potentia...

Page 90: ... 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 sharp turns 3 DO NOT operate machine back and forth across face of slopes Operate up and down Practice on slopes with blades off 4 AVOID uphill starts If machine stops going uphill or tires lose tra...

Page 91: ...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 attachment instructions 15 DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide a deadly poison MAINTENANCE 1 DO NOT store machine or fuel container inside where fumes ma...

Page 92: ... this manual are provided for reference only and may differ from your specific model Contact your Snapper dealer if you have questions SECTION 4 ADJUSTMENTS REPAIR 17 32 Engine Adjustments Repair 17 Mower Deck Component Adjustments 17 Blade Brake Adjustment 17 33 Deck Blade Brake Adjustment 17 38 Deck Blade Brake Adjustment 17 Blade Belt Adjustment 33 Deck 18 Blade Belt Adjustment 38 deck 18 Adjus...

Page 93: ...tial components of the SNAPPER Lawn Tractor It is recommended that all operators of this equipment become thoroughly familiar with the components and their operation BEFORE OPERATING Specific details involving the engine are found in the separate Engine Owner s Manual Study the Important Safety Instructions this Operator s Manual and Engine Owner s Manual before operating this machine Keep these m...

Page 94: ...ng deck engine and tractor of any accumulation of dirt grass oil etc Keep engine air intake screens and cooling fins clean at all times 2 1 6 With engine OFF move the tractor outside and add fuel to the fuel tank Securely tighten fuel cap after refueling Refer to engine owner s manual for fuel specifications See Figure 2 2 2 1 7 Check Reverse Lockout Mechanism With engine OFF raise blade engagemen...

Page 95: ...ld until engine starts then release key to RUN position See Figure 2 6 NOTE DO NOT crank engine for more than five seconds at a time This will help prevent the starter from overheating and or running down the battery If cranking time is more than five seconds locate and correct cause of starting problem 6 After engine starts release key move the engine speed control to FAST position and allow engi...

Page 96: ...ngine by turning key to the OFF position See Figure 2 9 I FORWARD SPEEDS FIGURE 2 9 2 4 2 STOPPING WHEEL DRIVE 1 Fully depress clutch brake pedal to stop wheel drive See Figure 2 10 2 3 3 STARTING MOWER BLADE 1 Start engine Refer to Section STARTING ENGINE 2 Raise blade engagement lever to ON See Figure 2 8 PULL BLADE ENGAGEMENTLEVER UP TO ON TO START MOWER BLADE S ON r BLADE LEVER FULLY DEPRESS C...

Page 97: ...te mower until blade brake is properly adjusted 2 4 4 SETTING PARK BRAKE 1 Fully depress clutch brake pedal 2 Move park brake lever up into slot See Figure 2 12 PUSH PEDAL ALL PARK BRAKE LEVER 2 4 5 RELEASING PARK BRAKE 1 Fully depress clutch brake pedal Move park brake lever DOWN to release park brake Release clutch brake pedal See Figure 2 13 CLUTCH BRAKE PARK BRAKE LEVER FIGURE 2 13 2 5 CUTTING...

Page 98: ...sengage the hydro transmission and coast down slopes DO NOT use Roll Release Control to disengage the hydro transmission unless machine motion can be controlled and engine is off PUSH ROLL RELEASE IN TO ENGAGE HYDRO TRANSMISSION ROLL RELEASE CONTROL FIGURE 2 15 3 Move tractor to desired location 4 Push roll release control all the way in to engage hydro transmission See Figure 2 15 5 Set park brak...

Page 99: ...rse operation until the blade engagement lever is moved to the OFF position at which time the system will return to its Reverse Lockout mode This feature should never be selected unless you are absolutely sure that no children or others are present in the mowing area and that all children are away and supervised by a responsible adult 2 7 1 1 2 3 4 Reverse Lockout Mechanism Override Stop machine S...

Page 100: ...t container placed beneath end of oil drain 3 After all oil has drained push drain body IN and rotate clockwise to close 4 Fill engine with new motor oil as specified in engine owner s manual I The following procedure requires the engine and blades to be operated Exercise extreme caution Clear area of loose parts tools first Only operate blades when seated in the operator s seat 3 2 2 CHECK BLADE ...

Page 101: ...o engine owner s manual for cleaning instructions AIR CLEANER ENGINE AIR PRE CLEANER FIGURE 3 5 3 Remove and replace engine air cleaner See Figure 3 5 Refer to engine owner s manual for service instructions 3 3 2 MOWER COMPONENTS 1 Check deck drive belt for proper tension Refer to Section CHECK DECK DRIVE BELT 2 Check blades for sharpness wear damage and torque Refer to Section MOWER BLADE REPLACE...

Page 102: ...le fitting faces forward and the left hand spindle fitting faces to the rear 3 Clutch Brake Pivot The clutch brake pivot is located on the left hand underside of the tractor and is lubricated with one shot of general purpose grease See Figure 3 7 CLUTCH BRAKE PIVOT LUBRICATION FITTING FIGURE 3 7 4 Steering Sector Gear Lubricate with a light coat of general purpose grease See Figure 3 8 FUEL TANK S...

Page 103: ... SERVICE ANNUALLY Perform all maintenance as described in Section SERVICE EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS Also see service schedule 3 4 1 ENGINE 1 Service engine according to engine owner s manual 3 4 2 FUEL FILTER 1 Service fuel filter as instructed below on COLD ENGINE ONLY NOTE It may be necessary to drain the fuel tank before removing fuel filter to prevent spillage of gasoline 2 Locate fuel filter R...

Page 104: ...E 3 14 4 Fill fuel tank with fresh gasoline Refer to engine owner s manual for fuel specifications 3 4 3 SPARK PLUG Remove and replace engine spark plug Refer to engine owner s manual for correct replacement plug and gap specifications 3 4 4 HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION OIL The hydrostatic transmission does not require maintenance If any problems arise return immediately to a Snapper dealer 16 ...

Page 105: ...rly adjusted will stop blade rotation in 5 seconds or less when the blade engagement lever is moved to the OFF position 33 DECK BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT 1 Blade brake adjustment is made by turning the adjustment nut on the threaded brake rod The brake is initially set with 1 3 16 of thread exposed beyond the nut See Figure 4 1 Verify this setting before attempting any adjustments To tighten the brak...

Page 106: ...gagement lever in the ON and OFF positions See Figure 4 3 Continue adjustment until tension is correct IMPORTANT Blade brake function must be verified after performing blade belt adjustment 11 Check blade brake Refer to Section CHECK BLADE BRAKE Blades must stop rotating in 5 seconds or less when turned off LEAST TENSION MOST TENSION ROD FIGURE 4 2 IMPORTANT If deck front to rear level is not corr...

Page 107: ...ne Set brake Remove key Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug Engine and components can be extremely hot Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool NOTE On 33 decks the measurement between the blade tip and deck lip should be 5 16 5 Repeat steps 2 and 3 with blade tip B 6 If measurement between blade tips and deck are different and t...

Page 108: ...eir lowest setting and proper level cannot be obtained adjust the front lift rod as follows 1 Move deck lift lever to 5 position 2 Place a 2 x 4 wooden block on edge under front center of deck 3 Place a 3 x 3 wooden block under rear center of deck 4 Remove hair pins and washers securing sector plates Lower rear of deck onto 3 x 3 block 5 Remove hair pin and washer securing front lift rod to front ...

Page 109: ...he rear hanger plates See Figure 4 14 7 Put the lift lever in the 3rd position from low cut 8 Measure the distance from each blade tip to the floor The measurements should be within 1 8 of each other Factory setting FIGURE 4 14 9 If the difference is less than 1 8 go to next section Front to rear level If the difference is more than 1 8 adjust as described in the following steps 10 Loosen the fron...

Page 110: ...e swivel on the front lift rod Turning the swivel clockwise will raise the front of the deck Turning the swivel counterclockwise will lower the front of the deck NOTE The deck should be set so that the rear of the deck is 1 4 lower than the front See Figure 4 17 X 1 4 3 REAR TO FRONT VIEW OF DECK I X 1 8 L ANGLE IRON 1 FIGURE 4 17 TRACTOR DRIVE COMPONENTS 4 3 1 BRAKE ADJUSTMENT When adjusted prope...

Page 111: ...ne should not move If further adjustment is required stop engine and repeat Step 4 NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT NUT TURN NUT CLOCKWISE TO REDUCE FORWARD CREEP ROTATE TO REDUCE PLAY _ MOUNTING NUT FIGURE 4 20 I WARNING DO NOT adjust shift linkage with engine running The adjustment requires hands to be close to rotating parts STOP engine REMOVE key FIGURE 4 19 3 Loosen the eccentric mounting nut and rotate th...

Page 112: ... NOTE Should less tension be required move stationary idler towards right side of tractor See Figure 4 21 6 Secure stationary idler with mounting bolt 7 Place spark plug wire onto spark plug Set park brake Start engine 8 Visually inspect traction drive belt for movement When properly adjusted the traction drive belt should not have any movement or rotation with the engine running and park brake en...

Page 113: ...AR LIMIT CRACKS OR NOTCHES BEGIN TO APPEAR I BLADE DANGEROUS CONDITION DO NOT USE ON MOWER FIGURE 4 23 4 4 3 STANDARD BLADE SHARPENING Blades should be kept sharp at all times When the blades are dull cut grass will be ragged and lawn will usually turn brown Sharpen standard blades as follows 1 Move tractor to a firm level surface 2 Turn engine OFF Remove key 3 Remove mowing deck from tractor 4 Re...

Page 114: ...hers See Figure 4 26 NUT BLADE MOUNTING BOLTS _F SPINDLE ASSEMBLY BLADE _ 2 REQUI_ CONE MOUNTING I_ NUT FIGURE 4 27 4 4 7 TRACTION DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT Mower Deck Removal It is necessary to remove deck in order to replace belts Remove deck as follows 1 Place tractor on a firm level surface such as a driveway or garage floor and set the park brake 2 Turn eng ne OFF Remove key 3 Lower the deck to ...

Page 115: ...d disconnect spring from tension idler 12 Pull deck from under tractor from R H side 6 Hold front of deck UP and slide the front deck hanger rod to the right and out then lower the front of deck to the ground 7 Remove hair pin and flat washer from rear deck hanger bracket on both sides of tractor 8 Make note of hole used in sector plates 9 Slide sector plates off of rear deck hanger brackets 10 Sl...

Page 116: ... page 4 Remove mounting nuts that secure the traction drive belt idler tension pulley and stationary idler pulleys See Figure 4 33 STATIONARY IDLER PULLEYS _ TRANSMISSION PULLEY TENSION L ENGINE IDLER PULLEY PULLEY PULLEYS VIEW FROM UNDERNEATH TRACTOR FIGURE 4 33 5 Remove traction drive belt from engine pulley top groove See Figure 4 34 REMOVE FROM PULLEY IDLER I STATIONARY IDLER FIGURE 4 35 NOTE ...

Page 117: ... belt idler pulley and spindle pulley cover See Figure 4 37 REMOVE SPINDLE PULLEY COVER FIGURE 4 37 5 Remove old belt 6 Replace with new belt in reverse order 7 Adjust idler pulley belt guide if necessary to obtain 1 16 clearance between belt and belt guide See Figure 4 38 38 Deck Drive Belt 1 Place tractor on a firm level surface 2 Turn engine OFF Remove key 3 Remove mower deck 4 Remove spindle b...

Page 118: ...e acid is a highly corrosive liquid Wear eye protection Wash affected areas immediately after having eye or skin contact with electrolyte acid Battery acid is corrosive Rinse empty acid containers with water and mutilate before discarding If acid is spilled on battery bench or clothing etc Flush with clear water and neutralize with baking soda 4 5 3 BATTERY SERVICE 1 Remove battery See Section on ...

Page 119: ...arged state 4 With cell caps removed connect battery charger to battery terminals RED to positive and BLACK to negative terminal IMPORTANT 3 16 above cell plates is the recommended level However do not try to measure this dimension Never place anything in battery other than specified electrolyte 5 Slow charge the battery at 1 amp for 2 hours to bring the battery to full charge 6 After charging che...

Page 120: ... 1916 Lawn Roller 6 1915 6 1915 42 Snow Blade 6 1352 6 1352 44 Dozer Blade Spring Trip 6 1881 6 1881 Dozer Blade Support Kit 6 1370 6 1370 40 Snow Thrower 6 1880 6 1880 Debris Blower 6 1883 6 1883 RAD Quick Hitch Subframe Kit 6 1879 6 1879 Weight Kit 6 1245 6 1245 Tire Chains 6 1085 6 1085 Ninja Recycling Mulch Kit 6 1255 6 1878 38 Wave Recycling Mulch Kit NA 6 1877 Single Bag Catcher 6 0943 6 188...

Page 121: ...Switches shown wi_h Pedal locked down PURP_ _REEm ii_i iiiii If I SCHEMATIC WIRING HARNESS P N 2 6616 LT145H33HBV LT145H38HBV 1 OFF M 2 RUN S L 3 START g S L Note Switches shown with Peda locked down GO UCHT SCHEMATIC WIRING HARNESS P N 7 3998 LT150H38HKV 33 ...

Page 122: ... Move engine speed control to FAST position 3 Fuel tank empty 3 Fill with fuel to proper level 4 Engine air pre cleaner and or air cleaner 4 Clean free of all debris dirty 5 Spark plug defective or gap set improperly 5 Service spark plug 6 Fuel filter stopped up 6 Replace fuel filter 7 Water debris or stale fuel in fuel system 7 Drain and clean fuel system Engine Loses 1 Excessive load on engine 1...

Page 123: ...too fast 4 Move speed control to a slower speed 5 Deck side to side level requires adjustment 5 Adjust side to side level 6 Deck front to rear level requires adjustment 6 Adjust front to rear level 7 Cutting Blade dull or damaged 7 Sharpen cutting edges or replace blade 8 Blade belt requires replacement 8 Replace blade belt 9 Blade belt slipping 9 Replace blade belt Poor Grass 1 Engine speed too s...

Page 124: ...Clean Outside and Underside Grease or Oil Check Oil Level Check Function REFERENCE PAGES Page 6 Page 12 Page 13 Engine Manual EACH 5 25 USE HOURS HOURS X X X Engine Manual Engine Manual 16 Page 15 16 Engine Manual Page 30 31 Page 30 31 Page 6 Pages 26 28 X X X X Pages 13 25 26 X Page 6 X X Page 6 X Pages 14 15 Page 16 Page 11 X X X 5O HOURS X Change oil every 25 hours when operating under heavy lo...

Page 125: ...nal 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 caused by neglect or abuse destruction by fire explosion freezing overcharging improper maintenance or use of improper electrolyte There is no other express warranty DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY Implied warr...

Page 126: ...engines and components m 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 J The engine on your Snapper product spends Its entire life operating close to the ground at high speed creating a virtual storm of dust and dlrtl 38 ...

Page 127: ...r loss 3 result in hard starting 4 create smoke from unburned fuel 5 produce carbon build up Internally 8 foul spark plug electrodes 7 score cylinder walls 8 burn valves 9 wear out the engine pre maturely 10 COST YOU MONEY Damage caused by a poorly serviced air cleaner is not covered under the engl ne warranties So save yourself unnecessary expenses and undue aggravation by keeping the air cleaner...

Page 128: ...e guides 2 sticking valves o 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 Always use clean fresh fuel from a clean container to guard against dirt sludge and water contamination Be aware that fuel breaks down In storage and forms gummy compounds which will block carburetor...

Page 129: ...ner 3 Fuel Tank 4 Choke 5 Pdmer on some engines 6 Safety Inter lock Switches 7 Switch Blade Control 8 Spark plug g Throttle control 10 Blade 11 Muffler To full level 4 cycle Properly mixed with gas 2 cycle Clean and properly serviced Full fresh clean gasoline Fuel valve open Cap vent open Inline filter clean Operating properly Used properly In proper posltlon All wires properly connected Switch On...

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Page 132: ...ons 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 RELATED ACCESSORIES CONTAIN LEAD AND LEAD COMPOUNDS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER AND BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING WARNING ENGINE EXHA...

Page 133: ...38 38 Cutting Width Mower H Series Designation B Briggs Stratton K Kohler Engine V Over Head Valve Type Engine Thank you for buying a SNAPPER product Before operating the Lawn Tractor read and follow the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on pages 2 3 all other instructions contained in this manual and the accompanying booklet About Power Mower Safety Lawn mowers and all power equipment can be potentia...

Page 134: ... 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 sharp turns 3 DO NOT operate machine back and forth across face of slopes Operate up and down Practice on slopes with blades off 4 AVOID uphill starts If machine stops going uphill or tires lose tra...

Page 135: ...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 attachment instructions 15 DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide a deadly poison MAINTENANCE 1 DO NOT store machine or fuel container inside where fumes ma...

Page 136: ... this manual are provided for reference only and may differ from your specific model Contact your Snapper dealer if you have questions SECTION 4 ADJUSTMENTS REPAIR 17 32 Engine Adjustments Repair 17 Mower Deck Component Adjustments 17 Blade Brake Adjustment 17 33 Deck Blade Brake Adjustment 17 38 Deck Blade Brake Adjustment 17 Blade Belt Adjustment 33 Deck 18 Blade Belt Adjustment 38 deck 18 Adjus...

Page 137: ...tial components of the SNAPPER Lawn Tractor It is recommended that all operators of this equipment become thoroughly familiar with the components and their operation BEFORE OPERATING Specific details involving the engine are found in the separate Engine Owner s Manual Study the Important Safety Instructions this Operator s Manual and Engine Owner s Manual before operating this machine Keep these m...

Page 138: ...ng deck engine and tractor of any accumulation of dirt grass oil etc Keep engine air intake screens and cooling fins clean at all times 2 1 6 With engine OFF move the tractor outside and add fuel to the fuel tank Securely tighten fuel cap after refueling Refer to engine owner s manual for fuel specifications See Figure 2 2 2 1 7 Check Reverse Lockout Mechanism With engine OFF raise blade engagemen...

Page 139: ...ld until engine starts then release key to RUN position See Figure 2 6 NOTE DO NOT crank engine for more than five seconds at a time This will help prevent the starter from overheating and or running down the battery If cranking time is more than five seconds locate and correct cause of starting problem 6 After engine starts release key move the engine speed control to FAST position and allow engi...

Page 140: ...ngine by turning key to the OFF position See Figure 2 9 I FORWARD SPEEDS FIGURE 2 9 2 4 2 STOPPING WHEEL DRIVE 1 Fully depress clutch brake pedal to stop wheel drive See Figure 2 10 2 3 3 STARTING MOWER BLADE 1 Start engine Refer to Section STARTING ENGINE 2 Raise blade engagement lever to ON See Figure 2 8 PULL BLADE ENGAGEMENTLEVER UP TO ON TO START MOWER BLADE S ON r BLADE LEVER FULLY DEPRESS C...

Page 141: ...te mower until blade brake is properly adjusted 2 4 4 SETTING PARK BRAKE 1 Fully depress clutch brake pedal 2 Move park brake lever up into slot See Figure 2 12 PUSH PEDAL ALL PARK BRAKE LEVER 2 4 5 RELEASING PARK BRAKE 1 Fully depress clutch brake pedal Move park brake lever DOWN to release park brake Release clutch brake pedal See Figure 2 13 CLUTCH BRAKE PARK BRAKE LEVER FIGURE 2 13 2 5 CUTTING...

Page 142: ...sengage the hydro transmission and coast down slopes DO NOT use Roll Release Control to disengage the hydro transmission unless machine motion can be controlled and engine is off PUSH ROLL RELEASE IN TO ENGAGE HYDRO TRANSMISSION ROLL RELEASE CONTROL FIGURE 2 15 3 Move tractor to desired location 4 Push roll release control all the way in to engage hydro transmission See Figure 2 15 5 Set park brak...

Page 143: ...rse operation until the blade engagement lever is moved to the OFF position at which time the system will return to its Reverse Lockout mode This feature should never be selected unless you are absolutely sure that no children or others are present in the mowing area and that all children are away and supervised by a responsible adult 2 7 1 1 2 3 4 Reverse Lockout Mechanism Override Stop machine S...

Page 144: ...t container placed beneath end of oil drain 3 After all oil has drained push drain body IN and rotate clockwise to close 4 Fill engine with new motor oil as specified in engine owner s manual I The following procedure requires the engine and blades to be operated Exercise extreme caution Clear area of loose parts tools first Only operate blades when seated in the operator s seat 3 2 2 CHECK BLADE ...

Page 145: ...o engine owner s manual for cleaning instructions AIR CLEANER ENGINE AIR PRE CLEANER FIGURE 3 5 3 Remove and replace engine air cleaner See Figure 3 5 Refer to engine owner s manual for service instructions 3 3 2 MOWER COMPONENTS 1 Check deck drive belt for proper tension Refer to Section CHECK DECK DRIVE BELT 2 Check blades for sharpness wear damage and torque Refer to Section MOWER BLADE REPLACE...

Page 146: ...le fitting faces forward and the left hand spindle fitting faces to the rear 3 Clutch Brake Pivot The clutch brake pivot is located on the left hand underside of the tractor and is lubricated with one shot of general purpose grease See Figure 3 7 CLUTCH BRAKE PIVOT LUBRICATION FITTING FIGURE 3 7 4 Steering Sector Gear Lubricate with a light coat of general purpose grease See Figure 3 8 FUEL TANK S...

Page 147: ... SERVICE ANNUALLY Perform all maintenance as described in Section SERVICE EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS Also see service schedule 3 4 1 ENGINE 1 Service engine according to engine owner s manual 3 4 2 FUEL FILTER 1 Service fuel filter as instructed below on COLD ENGINE ONLY NOTE It may be necessary to drain the fuel tank before removing fuel filter to prevent spillage of gasoline 2 Locate fuel filter R...

Page 148: ...E 3 14 4 Fill fuel tank with fresh gasoline Refer to engine owner s manual for fuel specifications 3 4 3 SPARK PLUG Remove and replace engine spark plug Refer to engine owner s manual for correct replacement plug and gap specifications 3 4 4 HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION OIL The hydrostatic transmission does not require maintenance If any problems arise return immediately to a Snapper dealer 16 ...

Page 149: ...rly adjusted will stop blade rotation in 5 seconds or less when the blade engagement lever is moved to the OFF position 33 DECK BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT 1 Blade brake adjustment is made by turning the adjustment nut on the threaded brake rod The brake is initially set with 1 3 16 of thread exposed beyond the nut See Figure 4 1 Verify this setting before attempting any adjustments To tighten the brak...

Page 150: ...gagement lever in the ON and OFF positions See Figure 4 3 Continue adjustment until tension is correct IMPORTANT Blade brake function must be verified after performing blade belt adjustment 11 Check blade brake Refer to Section CHECK BLADE BRAKE Blades must stop rotating in 5 seconds or less when turned off LEAST TENSION MOST TENSION ROD FIGURE 4 2 IMPORTANT If deck front to rear level is not corr...

Page 151: ...ne Set brake Remove key Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug Engine and components can be extremely hot Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool NOTE On 33 decks the measurement between the blade tip and deck lip should be 5 16 5 Repeat steps 2 and 3 with blade tip B 6 If measurement between blade tips and deck are different and t...

Page 152: ...eir lowest setting and proper level cannot be obtained adjust the front lift rod as follows 1 Move deck lift lever to 5 position 2 Place a 2 x 4 wooden block on edge under front center of deck 3 Place a 3 x 3 wooden block under rear center of deck 4 Remove hair pins and washers securing sector plates Lower rear of deck onto 3 x 3 block 5 Remove hair pin and washer securing front lift rod to front ...

Page 153: ...he rear hanger plates See Figure 4 14 7 Put the lift lever in the 3rd position from low cut 8 Measure the distance from each blade tip to the floor The measurements should be within 1 8 of each other Factory setting FIGURE 4 14 9 If the difference is less than 1 8 go to next section Front to rear level If the difference is more than 1 8 adjust as described in the following steps 10 Loosen the fron...

Page 154: ...e swivel on the front lift rod Turning the swivel clockwise will raise the front of the deck Turning the swivel counterclockwise will lower the front of the deck NOTE The deck should be set so that the rear of the deck is 1 4 lower than the front See Figure 4 17 X 1 4 3 REAR TO FRONT VIEW OF DECK I X 1 8 L ANGLE IRON 1 FIGURE 4 17 TRACTOR DRIVE COMPONENTS 4 3 1 BRAKE ADJUSTMENT When adjusted prope...

Page 155: ...ne should not move If further adjustment is required stop engine and repeat Step 4 NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT NUT TURN NUT CLOCKWISE TO REDUCE FORWARD CREEP ROTATE TO REDUCE PLAY _ MOUNTING NUT FIGURE 4 20 I WARNING DO NOT adjust shift linkage with engine running The adjustment requires hands to be close to rotating parts STOP engine REMOVE key FIGURE 4 19 3 Loosen the eccentric mounting nut and rotate th...

Page 156: ... NOTE Should less tension be required move stationary idler towards right side of tractor See Figure 4 21 6 Secure stationary idler with mounting bolt 7 Place spark plug wire onto spark plug Set park brake Start engine 8 Visually inspect traction drive belt for movement When properly adjusted the traction drive belt should not have any movement or rotation with the engine running and park brake en...

Page 157: ...AR LIMIT CRACKS OR NOTCHES BEGIN TO APPEAR I BLADE DANGEROUS CONDITION DO NOT USE ON MOWER FIGURE 4 23 4 4 3 STANDARD BLADE SHARPENING Blades should be kept sharp at all times When the blades are dull cut grass will be ragged and lawn will usually turn brown Sharpen standard blades as follows 1 Move tractor to a firm level surface 2 Turn engine OFF Remove key 3 Remove mowing deck from tractor 4 Re...

Page 158: ...hers See Figure 4 26 NUT BLADE MOUNTING BOLTS _F SPINDLE ASSEMBLY BLADE _ 2 REQUI_ CONE MOUNTING I_ NUT FIGURE 4 27 4 4 7 TRACTION DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT Mower Deck Removal It is necessary to remove deck in order to replace belts Remove deck as follows 1 Place tractor on a firm level surface such as a driveway or garage floor and set the park brake 2 Turn eng ne OFF Remove key 3 Lower the deck to ...

Page 159: ...d disconnect spring from tension idler 12 Pull deck from under tractor from R H side 6 Hold front of deck UP and slide the front deck hanger rod to the right and out then lower the front of deck to the ground 7 Remove hair pin and flat washer from rear deck hanger bracket on both sides of tractor 8 Make note of hole used in sector plates 9 Slide sector plates off of rear deck hanger brackets 10 Sl...

Page 160: ... page 4 Remove mounting nuts that secure the traction drive belt idler tension pulley and stationary idler pulleys See Figure 4 33 STATIONARY IDLER PULLEYS _ TRANSMISSION PULLEY TENSION L ENGINE IDLER PULLEY PULLEY PULLEYS VIEW FROM UNDERNEATH TRACTOR FIGURE 4 33 5 Remove traction drive belt from engine pulley top groove See Figure 4 34 REMOVE FROM PULLEY IDLER I STATIONARY IDLER FIGURE 4 35 NOTE ...

Page 161: ... belt idler pulley and spindle pulley cover See Figure 4 37 REMOVE SPINDLE PULLEY COVER FIGURE 4 37 5 Remove old belt 6 Replace with new belt in reverse order 7 Adjust idler pulley belt guide if necessary to obtain 1 16 clearance between belt and belt guide See Figure 4 38 38 Deck Drive Belt 1 Place tractor on a firm level surface 2 Turn engine OFF Remove key 3 Remove mower deck 4 Remove spindle b...

Page 162: ...e acid is a highly corrosive liquid Wear eye protection Wash affected areas immediately after having eye or skin contact with electrolyte acid Battery acid is corrosive Rinse empty acid containers with water and mutilate before discarding If acid is spilled on battery bench or clothing etc Flush with clear water and neutralize with baking soda 4 5 3 BATTERY SERVICE 1 Remove battery See Section on ...

Page 163: ...arged state 4 With cell caps removed connect battery charger to battery terminals RED to positive and BLACK to negative terminal IMPORTANT 3 16 above cell plates is the recommended level However do not try to measure this dimension Never place anything in battery other than specified electrolyte 5 Slow charge the battery at 1 amp for 2 hours to bring the battery to full charge 6 After charging che...

Page 164: ... 1916 Lawn Roller 6 1915 6 1915 42 Snow Blade 6 1352 6 1352 44 Dozer Blade Spring Trip 6 1881 6 1881 Dozer Blade Support Kit 6 1370 6 1370 40 Snow Thrower 6 1880 6 1880 Debris Blower 6 1883 6 1883 RAD Quick Hitch Subframe Kit 6 1879 6 1879 Weight Kit 6 1245 6 1245 Tire Chains 6 1085 6 1085 Ninja Recycling Mulch Kit 6 1255 6 1878 38 Wave Recycling Mulch Kit NA 6 1877 Single Bag Catcher 6 0943 6 188...

Page 165: ...Switches shown wi_h Pedal locked down PURP_ _REEm ii_i iiiii If I SCHEMATIC WIRING HARNESS P N 2 6616 LT145H33HBV LT145H38HBV 1 OFF M 2 RUN S L 3 START g S L Note Switches shown with Peda locked down GO UCHT SCHEMATIC WIRING HARNESS P N 7 3998 LT150H38HKV 33 ...

Page 166: ... Move engine speed control to FAST position 3 Fuel tank empty 3 Fill with fuel to proper level 4 Engine air pre cleaner and or air cleaner 4 Clean free of all debris dirty 5 Spark plug defective or gap set improperly 5 Service spark plug 6 Fuel filter stopped up 6 Replace fuel filter 7 Water debris or stale fuel in fuel system 7 Drain and clean fuel system Engine Loses 1 Excessive load on engine 1...

Page 167: ...too fast 4 Move speed control to a slower speed 5 Deck side to side level requires adjustment 5 Adjust side to side level 6 Deck front to rear level requires adjustment 6 Adjust front to rear level 7 Cutting Blade dull or damaged 7 Sharpen cutting edges or replace blade 8 Blade belt requires replacement 8 Replace blade belt 9 Blade belt slipping 9 Replace blade belt Poor Grass 1 Engine speed too s...

Page 168: ...Clean Outside and Underside Grease or Oil Check Oil Level Check Function REFERENCE PAGES Page 6 Page 12 Page 13 Engine Manual EACH 5 25 USE HOURS HOURS X X X Engine Manual Engine Manual 16 Page 15 16 Engine Manual Page 30 31 Page 30 31 Page 6 Pages 26 28 X X X X Pages 13 25 26 X Page 6 X X Page 6 X Pages 14 15 Page 16 Page 11 X X X 5O HOURS X Change oil every 25 hours when operating under heavy lo...

Page 169: ...nal 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 caused by neglect or abuse destruction by fire explosion freezing overcharging improper maintenance or use of improper electrolyte There is no other express warranty DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY Implied warr...

Page 170: ...engines and components m 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 J The engine on your Snapper product spends Its entire life operating close to the ground at high speed creating a virtual storm of dust and dlrtl 38 ...

Page 171: ...r loss 3 result in hard starting 4 create smoke from unburned fuel 5 produce carbon build up Internally 8 foul spark plug electrodes 7 score cylinder walls 8 burn valves 9 wear out the engine pre maturely 10 COST YOU MONEY Damage caused by a poorly serviced air cleaner is not covered under the engl ne warranties So save yourself unnecessary expenses and undue aggravation by keeping the air cleaner...

Page 172: ...e guides 2 sticking valves o 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 Always use clean fresh fuel from a clean container to guard against dirt sludge and water contamination Be aware that fuel breaks down In storage and forms gummy compounds which will block carburetor...

Page 173: ...ner 3 Fuel Tank 4 Choke 5 Pdmer on some engines 6 Safety Inter lock Switches 7 Switch Blade Control 8 Spark plug g Throttle control 10 Blade 11 Muffler To full level 4 cycle Properly mixed with gas 2 cycle Clean and properly serviced Full fresh clean gasoline Fuel valve open Cap vent open Inline filter clean Operating properly Used properly In proper posltlon All wires properly connected Switch On...

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Page 176: ...ons 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 RELATED ACCESSORIES CONTAIN LEAD AND LEAD COMPOUNDS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER AND BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING WARNING ENGINE EXHA...

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