Snapper 3011523BV manual

Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. * Actual sustained engine power will likely be lower due to operating limitations and environmental factors. Please refer to ‘Engine Power Rating Information’ for further details. Manual No. 7102295[...]

Thank Y ou for purchasing this quality-built Snapper product. W e’re pleased that you placed your confidence in the Snapper brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Snapper product will provide many years of dependable service. This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards a[...]

1 Operator Safety Features and Controls Operation Maintenance T roubleshooting Warranties T able of Contents Operator Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Important Operator Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Features and Control[...]

www .snapper .com 2 Operator Safety ! ! WARNING: This power ful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can cause injury and damage! Failure to comply with the following SAFETY instructions could result in serious injury or death to the operator or other persons. The owner of the machine must understand th[...]

3 Operator Safety ! ! Protection against Tipovers (Continued From Previous Column) 7. Keep people and pets out of mowing area. Immediately STOP blades, STOP engine, and STOP machine if anyone enters the area. 8. Check shields, deflectors, switches, blade controls and other safety devices frequently for proper operation and location. 9. Make sure al[...]

www .snapper .com 4 Operator Safety ! ! T owing 1. T ow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing. DO NOT attach towed equipment except at the hitch point. 2. Follow the manufacturer’ s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes. 3. DO NOT allow children or others on towed equipment. 4. On slopes, the[...]

5 Features and Controls IMPORT ANT The figures and illustrations in this manual are provided for reference only and may differ from your specific model. Contact your Snapper dealer if you have questions. Features and Controls A. Steering Wheel B. Engine Speed Control (hidden from view) C. Ignition Switch D. Clutch/Brake Pedal E. Park Brake Latch F [...]

www .snapper .com 6 Operation Pre-Start Check List Make the following checks and perform the ser vice required before each start-up: 1. Check the tire pressure; add or release air as needed to bring pressure to 12 PSI in front and 12 PSI in rear . 2. Check guards, deflectors and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tightened. 3. Check [...]

7 Operation Starting and Operation Engine (Electric Start) IMPORT ANT : When the ignition key is turned to “ST ART”, the engine will turn over , but will not start unless the Clutch/Brake pedal is pressed all the way down, and the Blade Lever is in the “OFF” position. The operator should be in the seat. Start the engine as follows: 1. Open [...]

www .snapper .com 8 Operation Starting and Operation (Continued) Engine (Electric Start) (Continued) 8. Should the battery be too weak to start the engine, refer to the Section entitled “Engine (Manual Start)” to manually start the electric start engines. 9. On Model 3317523BVE and C3317523BVE, the engine is equipped with a fuel shut-off soleno[...]

9 Operation Starting and Operation (Continued) Mower Blade 1. With the engine running, move the engine speed control to the “F AST” position. 2. Move the blade lever (A, Figure 10) forward to the “ON” position, then depress the blade pedals (B) to hold the blade lever in the “ON” position. Wheel Drive 1. With the engine running, adjust [...]

www .snapper .com 10 Operation Stopping - Engine, Wheel Drive, Blade Engine 1. Stop the engine by turning the key (A, Figure 13) to the “OFF” position. Wheel Drive 1. Stop motion of the Rear Engine Rider by pushing the clutch/brake pedal (A, Figure 14) all the way down to apply the brake. Mower Blade 1. Stop the mower blade by releasing the bla[...]

11 Operation Stopping - Engine, Wheel Drive, Blade (Continued) Park Brake 1. T o set the park brake, press the clutch/brake pedal (A, Figure 16) all the way down, slide the park brake latch (B) all the way in to the engaged position, and release the clutch/brake pedal. A detent in the park brake latch will keep the park brake engaged. 2. Release th[...]

www .snapper .com 12 Operation Reverse Lockout Mechanism Data indicates that tragic back-over accidents occur each year . These accidents usually involve unsupervised children. Many times these children have been given rides on the machine and have been trained to view this potentially dan- gerous piece of machinery as fun rather than being taught [...]

13 Maintenance Introduction T o retain the quality of the Rear Engine Rider , use genuine SNAPPER replacement parts only . Contact a local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. For the correct part or information for a particular Rear Engine Riding Mower , always mention the model and serial number . SNAPPER rec- ommends returning the Re[...]

www .snapper .com 14 Maintenance Ser vice - After the First 5 Hours (Continued) Check the Blade Drive Belt The blade drive consists of a single belt from the engine to the deck. Inspect for signs of deterioration and proper ten- sion. 1. Lower the deck to the lowest setting. 2. Remove the four self-tapping screws (A, Figure 21) , two on each side o[...]

15 Maintenance Ser vice - After the First 5 Hours (Continued) Safety Interlock System Checks Perform the following interlock system checks periodically during the operating season. Contact your authorized Snapper dealer if you have questions. Engine must not start if: 1. The Clutch/Brake Pedal is not fully depressed OR, 2. The Blade Control is in t[...]

www .snapper .com 16 Maintenance Ser vice - Ever y 25 Operating Hours (Continued) Battery Fluid Level 1. Remove the battery . Refer to the section entitled “BA TTERY REMOV AL”. 2. Remove the battery caps. Check the fluid level. 3. Add water only to bring fluid to proper level. DO NOT OVERFILL. 4. Reinstall the battery . Refer to the section ent[...]

17 Maintenance Ser vice - Ever y 25 Operating Hours (Continued) Rear Axle Bearing - Lubrication 1. The grease fitting (A, Figure 27) on the left rear axle bearing requires three shots of general purpose grease from grease gun. 2. The right rear axle bearing is lubricated by the differential lubricant and requires no grease. Differential / Chain Cas[...]

www .snapper .com 18 Maintenance Ser vice - Annually Engine Perform all maintenance as specified in “MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE” Section of this manual. Fuel Filter IMPORT ANT : Ser vice the fuel filter on a COLD ENGINE ONL Y! IMPORT ANT : T o stop the flow of fuel, the fuel tank (C, Figure 30) may be removed from the bracket and set on the floor so [...]

19 Maintenance Engine Adjustments and Repair Refer to the engine manual for those adjustments and/or repairs that can be made by the owner . Mower Deck and Component Adjustments The following mower deck and component adjustments and repairs can be made by the owner . However , if there is diffi- culty in achieving these adjustments and repairs, it [...]

www .snapper .com 20 Maintenance Mower Deck Adjustment (Side-T o-Side Levelness) Before making deck leveling adjustments, check the tire pressure. Front tires 12 PSI, rear tires 12 PSI. If tires are properly inflated and mowing is still uneven, adjust side-to- side deck levelness. 1. Place the Rider on a smooth level surface. 2. T urn the engine of[...]

21 Maintenance Mower Drive Belt Adjustment (For 28” & 30” Decks Only) 1. Remove the mower drive belt cover . Refer to the sec- tion entitled “CHECK MOWER DRIVE BEL T”. 2. Move the blade lever up and over to the “ON” position. 3. Place the deck cutting height lever in the third position (middle notch). Measure the belt spacing (B, Fi[...]

www .snapper .com 22 Maintenance Rear Engine Rider Drive Components Y our Snapper rider is equipped with a patented smooth start clutch. The clutch should operate smoothly and provide ample traction. If problems are experienced, contact your Snapper dealer for repair . Service Brake / Park Brake Adjustment T est the wheel brake on a dry concrete su[...]

23 Maintenance Mower Blade Replacement Blade Wear Limits 1. Inspect the blade frequently for signs of excessive wear or damage (Figure 42) : (A) New blade; (B) Wear limit (notch starts); (C) Dangerous condition - do not use on mower! Replace with new blade. Blade Sharpening 1. Follow the WARNING statement found on this page. 2. Check the fuel level[...]

www .snapper .com 24 Maintenance Mower Drive Belt Replacement Inspect the mower drive belt as described in the section, “CHECK MOWER DRIVE BEL T”. Replace the belt if signs of excessive wear and/or damage are present. Belt Removal 1. Remove the mower drive belt cover . Refer to the section entitled “DRIVE BEL T COVER REMOV AL”. 2. Remove th[...]

25 Maintenance Batter y Battery Removal 1. Carefully pull each side of the battery cover (A, Figure 48) away from the ratchet fasteners (B) and remove the cover . 2. Remove the hair pin and swivel from the deck support to allow clearance for battery removal. 3. Slide the battery from the batter y box to gain access to the terminal cables. 4. Observ[...]

www .snapper .com 26 Maintenance Battery Ser vice 1. Remove the battery . Refer to the section entitled “BA T- TERY REMOV AL”. 2. Place the battery in a well ventilated area on a level sur- face. 3. Using distilled water , refill the cells as required to cover the cell plates (of which can also be viewed through the plastic battery case). 4. Wi[...]

27 Maintenance Battery Condition Chart State of Charge Syringe Hydrometer Digital Voltmeter 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 T wo Balls Floating 25% Charged 1.120 11.90v One Ball Floa[...]

www .snapper .com 28 Maintenance ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED REF . EACH USE 5 HRS 25 HRS 50 HRS 100 HRS EACH SEASON Engine Oil Check Oil Level Page 6 X Initial Oil Change Page 13 X Periodic Oil Change Page 15 X* Air Pre-Cleaner Clean Sponge Pre-cleaner Element Engine Manual X** Air Cleaner Replace Element Engine Manual X** Spark Plug Replace Engine Manu[...]

29 Maintenance Maintenance/Replacement Parts Engine Speed Control (Briggs Engine) 7022751 Engine Speed Control (Kohler Engine) 7074320 Engine Speed Control (Honda Engine) 7075089 Clutch/Brake Cable 7022449 Clutch/Brake Cable (33” Deck Models Only) 7074131 Brake Cable 7072648 28” Cutter Blade (Standard - Not Air Lift Compatible) 7035635 28” Cu[...]

www .snapper .com 30 T roubleshooting PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine Will Not Start Using Recoil Starter 1. Fuel tank empty . 1. Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel to proper level. 2. Engine needs choking. 2. Move choke control to “CHOKE” position. 3. Spark plug wire disconnected. 3. Place spark plug wire onto spark plug. 4. Faulty[...]

31 T roubleshooting PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Rider Will Not Move Or Loss of T raction 1. Drive disc worn or damaged. 1. Replace drive disc. 2. Rubber drive disc is not tracking properly on drive disc. 2. Adjust rubber drive disc. 3. T apered axle bolt and nut missing. 3. Replace with SNAPPER tapered bolt & nut. 4. Axle bearing s[...]

www .snapper .com 32 Warranties 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For two (2) years from purchase date for the original pur chaser’ s residential, non-commercial use, SNAPPER, through any authorized SNAPPER dealer will replace, free of charge (except for taxes where applicable), any part or parts found upon examination by the factory at McDonough, Georgia,[...]

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www .snapper .com Snapper Products 535 Macon Street McDonough, GA 30253 1-800-935-2967 38 REAR ENGINE RIDING MOWER SERIES 23 Engine Power Rating Information: The gross power rating for individual gas engine models is labeled in accordance with SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) code J1940 (Small Engine Power & T orque Rating Procedure), and [...]