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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE
3.2.7. INTERLOCK SYSTEM
Check interlock controls for proper function:
The engine MUST NOT start if:
1. Blade Control is “ON” and/or clutch/brake pedal
is released.
The engine and blades MUST STOP if:
2. The operator leaves the operator position with
Blade Control “ON” and/or clutch/brake pedal is
released.
WARNING
DO NOT operate machine if interlock system is not
functioning properly. Contact your SNAPPER dealer
immediately for assistance.
3.2.8. REVERSE LOCKOUT MECHANISM
Check function of Reverse Lockout Mechanism with
engine off.
1. Depress and hold blade pedals.
2. Depress and hold clutch/brake pedal.
3. Shift lever must not go into reverse.
WARNING
DO NOT operate machine if Reverse Lockout
Mechanism is not functioning properly. Contact your
SNAPPER dealer immediately for assistance.
3.2.9. LUBRICATION – GREASE FITTINGS
The following components on the Rear Engine
Rider are equipped with grease fittings and require
periodic lubrication. Apply General Purpose grease
(NLGI No.2) with a grease gun.
1. Front Wheel Bearings. Refer to Section “FRONT
WHEEL BEARINGS – LUBRICATION”.
2. Rear Axle Bearing. Refer to Section “REAR AXLE
BEARING – LUBRICATION”.
3. Mower Blade Spindle. Refer to Section “MOWER
BLADE SPINDLE – LUBRICATION”.
3.3 SERVICE - EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS
3.3.1. Perform all service required after the first 5
hours of operation. Refer to Section “SERVICE –
AFTER 5 HOURS”.
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 level –
approximately 3/16” above plates.
DO NOT OVERFILL.
4.Reinstall battery. Refer to Section “BATTERY
INSTALLATION”.
3.3.3. MOWER DECK LEVELNESS
Check mower deck for proper level. Adjust as
required. Refer to Section “MOWER DECK
ADJUSTMENT – LEVELNESS”.
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance,
service or repairs with the engine running. Stop
engine. Stop blade. Engage parking 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 Cap and Vent
must be closed securely to prevent fuel spillage.
3.3.4. CLEAN MOWER DECK
1. Follow WARNING statement found on this page.
2. Check fuel level in tank. If over 3/4 full, remove
tank. Refer to Section “REMOVING FUEL TANK”. If
3/4 or less, proceed to next step.
3. Carefully stand Rear Engine Rider on rear bumper.
4. Clean underside of mower deck, removing all
accumulation of grass clippings and debris.
5. Clean top of deck, removing all grass clippings and
debris.
3.3.5 MOWER BLADE SPINDLE - LUBRICATION
1. Follow WARNING statement found on this page.
2. Check fuel level in tank. If over 3/4 full, remove
tank. Refer to Section “FUEK TANK REMOVAL”. If 3/4
or less, proceed to next step.
3. Carefully stand Rear Engine Rider on rear bumper.
4. Lubricate spindle with three shots of general
purpose grease from grease gun. See Figure 3.5.
IMPORTANT: If the Rear Engine Rider will be on its
rear bumper for longer than two hours, remove the
battery. Refer to Section “BATTERY REMOVAL”.
3.3.6. MOWER DECK LINKAGE - LUBRICATION
Lubricate all mower deck linkage pivot points with a
light coat of motor oil.
FIGURE 3.5
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SPINDLE
GREASE
FITTING
