Snapper 7800784 manual

Operator's Manual Manual No. 7104742 (Rev . ‘-’) REAR ENGINE RIDING MO WER SERIES 24 Mo d el No .D es cription 7800784 2811524BV 7800785 2812524BVE 7800786 3014524BVE 7800787 3317524BVE ! Not for Reproduction[...]

Thank You 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 an[...]

3 Table of Contents Operator Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Features and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

www.snapper.com 4 ! WARNING: This powerful 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 these instructions and [...]

5 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 all safety decals are [...]

www.snapper.com 6 Towing 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 weight of the towed eq[...]

7 Operator Safety Remove Battery - 7101109 Safety Panel - 7101111 Before Starting - 7101112 Fi r e Haza rd . Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation. A spark arrestor may be required. The operator should contact local fire agencies for laws or regulations relating to fire prevention requirements. W A[...]

www.snapper.com 8 Operator Safety Reverse Lockout - 7104796 7104796 Parking Brake - 7103219 7103219 Use only rechargeable valve regulated (sealed) non-spillable batteries in this product. Battery must be factory approved part or equivalent. Do not overcharge. 7105102 IMPOR T ANT Non-Spillable Battery - 7105102 W ARNING A VOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEA [...]

9 IMPORTANT The figures and illustrations in this manual are provided for reference only and may differ from your specific model. Contact your dealer if you have questions. Features and Controls A. Engine Speed Control B. Cutting Height Lever C. Ignition Switch D. Clutch/Brake Pedal E. Park Brake Latch F . Blade Pedal G. Blade Lever H. Steering Whe[...]

www.snapper.com 10 Before Starting 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 15 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 engine oil and a[...]

11 Starting and Operation Engine (Electric Start) IMPORTANT: 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. Move the transmi[...]

www.snapper.com 12 Starting and Operation (Continued) Engine (Electric Start) (Continued) 8. Should the batter y 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 3317524BVE, the engine is equipped with a fuel shut-off solenoid. If the battery is dead[...]

13 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) for ward 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 the engi[...]

www.snapper.com 14 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 blade pedals (A[...]

15 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 the park bra[...]

www.snapper.com 16 Reverse Lockout Mechanism Data indicates that tragic back-over accidents occur each year . These accidents usually involve unsuper vised 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 how to avoi[...]

17 Maintenance Maintenance Chart TRACTOR AND MOWER Every 8 Hours or Daily Check saf ety interlock sy stem Clean debris off tractor and mo wer deck Clean debris from engine compartment Every 25 Hours or Annually * Check tire pres sure Check mow er blade stopping time Check tractor/mow er for loose hardw are Every 50 Hours or Annually * Clean batt er[...]

www.snapper.com 18 Maintenance Introduction Contact a local 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 . We recommend returning the Rear Engine Rider to an authorized dealer annually for inspection and addition of any new devices[...]

19 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 of mower drive belt cover (B) . 3. Slide the cover back and rotate out on the [...]

www.snapper.com 20 Maintenance Safety Interlock System Checks Engine must not start if: 1. The Clutch/Brake Pedal is not fully depressed OR, 2. The Blade Control is in the “ON” (blades engaged) posi- tion. Engine should start if: 1. The Blade Control is in the “OFF” (blades disengaged) position AND, 2. The Clutch/Brake Pedal is fully depres[...]

21 Mower Deck Levelness Check the mower deck for proper level. Adjust as required. Refer to the section entitled “MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT – LEVELNESS”. Clean Mower Deck 1. Follow the WARNING statement found on this page. 2. Carefully stand the Rear Engine Rider on the rear bumper . (See statement below.) 4. Clean the underside of the mower deck[...]

www.snapper.com 22 Maintenance 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 Case - Lubrication 1. Stand the rear[...]

23 Engine Perform all maintenance as specified in the Maintenance Chart in this manual. Fuel Filter IMPORTANT: Service the fuel filter on a COLD ENGINE ONL Y! 1. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank. 2. Start the engine and allow it to run until the engine runs out of fuel. 3. Remove the hose clamps (B, Figure 30) from the fuel filter (A) . 4. Remove [...]

www.snapper.com 24 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 difficulty in achieving these adjustments an[...]

25 Mower Deck Adjustment (Side-To-Side Levelness) Before making deck leveling adjustments, check the tire pressure. Front tires 15 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 off and remove the key . Remove t[...]

www.snapper.com 26 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 bel[...]

27 Rear Engine Rider Drive Components Service Brake / Park Brake Adjustment T est the wheel brake on a dr y concrete surface. When prop- erly adjusted, the Rear Engine Rider will stop within 5 feet from fastest speed. If stopping distance is more than 5 feet, the wheel brake should be adjusted as follows: 1. Follow the WARNING statement found on th[...]

www.snapper.com 28 Maintenance Mower Blade Replacement Blade Wear Limits 1. Inspect the blade frequently for signs of excessive wear or damage (Figure 41) : (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. Care[...]

29 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 REMOVAL”. 2. Remove the old belt. Belt Replacement 1.[...]

www.snapper.com 30 Maintenance Battery Battery Removal 1. Carefully pull each side of the battery cover (A, Figure 47) away from the ratchet fasteners (B) and remove the cover . 2. Remove the hardware (A, F igure 48) securing the battery holddown bracket (B) , and remove the bracket. 3. Disconnect the BLACK (Negative) cable (C, F igure 49) from the[...]

31 Battery Charging A. Place the battery in a well-ventilated area. B. Connect a 12-volt constant - voltage battery charger to the battery terminals; RED to positive (+) and BLACK to negative (-) terminal. C. Charge the battery for 2 to 4 hours. Battery Storage If the mower is to be stored out of season on its rear bumper , it is recommended the ba[...]

www.snapper.com 32 Troubleshooting 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 pa[...]

33 Troubleshooting 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 tapered bolt & nut. 4. Axle bearing seized. 4.[...]

www.snapper.com 34 Warranty BRIGGS & STRA TTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP , L.L.C. OWNER W ARRANTY POLICY LIMITED W ARRANTY Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC will repair and/or replace, free of charge, any part(s) of the equipment that is defective in material or workmanship or both. Briggs & Stratton Corporation will repair and/or [...]

35 Slope Guide Not for Reproduction[...]

www.snapper.com REAR ENGINE RIDING MOWER SERIES 24 Pow er R ating 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 rating per formance has been obtained and corrected in accordance with SAE J1995 (Revision 2[...]