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Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 

 

WARNING 

DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or 
service with engine and blade running. STOP engine 
and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure 
away from spark plug. Engine and components are 
HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all 
components to cool. 

 
4.5. BATTERY SERVICE 

4.5.1.  NEW BATTERY PREPARATION 
1.
  Remove battery from carton. 
2.  
Place battery in a well ventilated area on a level 
non-concrete surface. 
3.  Remove battery cell caps. Fill cells as required 
with electrolyte (purchased separately) to proper 
level. Fill to 3/16” above cell plates. Filling battery 
with electrolyte will bring the battery to 80% charged 
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.  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, check level of electrolyte and add 
as needed to bring level to 3/16” above cell plates. 
7.  Reinstall cell caps. 
8.  Install battery into power unit. 
9.  Connect positive (+) cable (red) first, from wiring 
harness to the positive terminal (+) on battery using 
bolt and nut provided in hardware bag. Connect 
negative (-) cable (black) last, to negative terminal (-
) on battery using bolt and nut. Apply a small 
amount of grease over terminals to prevent 
corrosion. 

 

WARNING 

DO NOT over fill battery with electrolyte. Shield the 
positive terminal with terminal cover located on 
battery harness. This prevents metal from touching 
the positive terminal which could cause sparks. The 
electrolyte (acid) produces a highly explosive gas. 
Keep all sparks, flame and fire away from area when 
charging battery or when handling electrolyte or 
battery. Electrolyte (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. DO NOT attempt to charge battery 
while installed on the walk behind. DO NOT use 
“BOOST” chargers on the battery. 

4.5.2. BATTERY SERVICE 
1.
  Remove battery.  
2.  Place battery in a well ventilated area on a level 
surface. 
3.  Using distilled water, refill cells as required to 
cover cell plates of which can also be visualized 
through the plastic battery case. 
4.  With cell caps removed, connect battery charger 
to battery terminals.  Red to positive (+) terminal and 
black to negative (-) terminal. 
5.  Slow charge battery at 1 amp for 10 hours. 
6. If battery will not accept charge or is partially 
charged after 10 hours of charging at 1 amp, 
replace with new battery. 

 

4.5.3. BATTERY STORAGE 
If Walk Behind is to be stored out of season on its 
rear bumper, it is recommended the battery be 
removed, charged and stored. 
1.  Remove battery.  
2.  Perform battery service. 
3.  Bring battery to full charge, if required. 
4. Store battery in an area away from the Walk 
Behind on a wood surface. DO NOT STORE 
BATTERY ON A CONCRETE SURFACE. 

 

4.5.4. BATTERY TESTING 
There are two types of battery tests: Unloaded and 
Loaded. The unloaded test is the procedure that will 
be discussed. It’s the simplest and most commonly 
used. An unloaded test is made on a battery without 
discharging current. To perform unloaded testing, 
check charge condition using either a hydrometer or 
voltmeter. 
 
1.  Using a voltmeter, voltage readings appear 
instantly to show the state of charge. Remember to 
hook the positive lead to the battery’s positive 
terminal, and the negative lead to the negative 
terminal. 
2. A hydrometer measures the specific gravity of 
each cell. The specific gravity tells the degree of 
charge; generally, a specific gravity of about 1.265 
to 1.280 indicates full charge. A reading of 1.230 to 
1.260 indicates the battery should be charged. The 
chart on the next page shows the charge level as 
measured by syringe float hydrometer, digital 
voltmeter and five ball hydrometer. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Содержание FRP216012E

Страница 1: ...elf Propelled Mower 21 21 Cutting Width 60 6 0 HP Engine Horse Power 12 Series Designation E Electric Start Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product Before operating your Walk Behind read this manual ca...

Страница 2: ...extreme CAUTION when changing directions on slopes DO NOT mow steep slopes or other areas where stability or traction is in doubt 3 Use extra care with crass catchers or other attachments these affect...

Страница 3: ...rate engine in enclosed areas Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide a deadly poison MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 1 DO NOT store mower or fuel container inside where fumes may reach an open flame spa...

Страница 4: ...gine Drive Belt 11 Check Transmission Poly V Belt 11 Service Annually 11 Engine 11 Air Filter 11 Engine Oil 11 Storage Procedure 11 SECTION 4 ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIR 12 20 Mower Blade Replacement 12 Bl...

Страница 5: ...the mower become thoroughly familiar with the controls parts and operation of the mower before operating Specific details involving the engine are found in the separate engine owner s manual Study th...

Страница 6: ...f spilled fuel dirt grass oil etc Keep engine air intake screen and cooling fins clear at all times 2 2 STARTING OPERATION 2 2 1 ENGINE BLADE Primer Models Electric Start When the ignition key Electri...

Страница 7: ...mower forward Forward speed can be adjusted while the mower is moving by changing position of the ground speed control See Figure 2 5 FIGURE 2 5 2 3 STOPPING 1 Stop engine and blade by releasing the...

Страница 8: ...F prefix in model number Example FRP216012 The front of the cutting deck on these models has been cut out This allows the blade to have more direct contact with the grass and allows more air flow into...

Страница 9: ...cher by sliding connector over flange of adapter See Figure 2 10 Attach grass bag hooks over middle handle cross bar See Figure 2 11 FIGURE 2 10 FIGURE 2 11 WARNING DO NOT operate without entire Grass...

Страница 10: ...HOT Avoid serious burns allow sufficient time for all components to cool 1 Refer to Engine Manual for proper oil specifications and procedures 2 For simplest cleanest oil change loosen lower handle w...

Страница 11: ...ore operating mower 3 2 5 CHECK TRANSMISSION POLY V BELT 1 Visually check poly v belt for cracking fraying severed or belt strands exposed If worn or damaged replace belt before operating mower FIGURE...

Страница 12: ...ip See Figure 4 1 Replace with new blade WARNING DO NOT use a cutting blade that shows signs of excessive wear or damage Refer to Section MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT for proper blade inspection and servic...

Страница 13: ...earance between the inside of the spring hook and the inside of the clutch cable eye with the wheel drive control released See Figure 4 5 FIGURE 4 5 2 To adjust unhook upper spring from cable eye and...

Страница 14: ...If oil or grease on the drive disc or driven disc is causing slippage clean discs as follows 1 Wipe away any oil or grease with a clean cloth 2 Use either an approved grease solvent or hot soapy water...

Страница 15: ...etighten the connector hex nut securely See Figure 4 10 Move ground speed control to the first speed position then back to the sixth speed position Recheck the 1 8 measurement described previously Rei...

Страница 16: ...ws and plate which secure the rubber ring to the driven disc hub See Figure 4 13 4 Install new rubber ring 5 Reverse above procedures for reassembly and installation FIGURE 4 12 FIGURE 4 13 4 3 5 Repl...

Страница 17: ...ges the transmission that powers the rear wheels Should these belts become worn they could cause slippage which would impair mower performance The condition of the engine belt and poly v belt should b...

Страница 18: ...at hanger with a hook fashioned on one end to pull the hooked end of the idler spring through the large hole in the right wheel bracket See Figure 4 18 12 Reinstall the driven disc assembly FIGURE 4 1...

Страница 19: ...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...

Страница 20: ...meter Five Ball Hydrometer 100 Charged w Sulfate Stop 1 280 12 80v Five Balls Floating 100 Charged 1 265 12 60v Four Balls Floating 75 Charged 1 210 12 40v Three Balls Floating 50 Charged 1 160 12 10v...

Страница 21: ...mower blade 1 Service mower blade 2 Loose blade components 2 Service and tighten loose parts 3 Loose or missing air lift if equipped 3 Replace air lifts Tighten to proper torque 4 Lumpy or frayed belt...

Страница 22: ...Disc Check for Wear Damage Replacement Page 13 16 X Battery Check Electrolyte Pages 19 X X Charge Battery Pages 19 X Testing Battery Pages 19 20 X Change oil every 25 hours when operating under heavy...

Страница 23: ...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...

Страница 24: ...24 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE...

Страница 25: ...25 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE...

Страница 26: ...26 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE...

Страница 27: ...27 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE...

Страница 28: ...erstand and Follow all warnings and instructions in this manual the engine manual and on the machine engine and attachments If you have any questions about your Snapper product contact your local auth...

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