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Snapper SERIES 16 250816B manuel d'utilisation

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    Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for REAR ENGINE RIDING MOWER SERIES 16 MODELS 250816B N250816B 250816BE N250816BE 281016BE N281016BE 301016BE 301216BE 331416BVE 331416KVE PRECIX BODYI SUFFIXI I Ni281 8i,6 B El MODEL _ SERIES DESIGNATION I DESIGNATION • ENGINE r- HP ENGINE & CUTTING OPTIONS WIDTH i MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION PRE[...]

  • Page 2

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 sedous injury or death to the operator or other persons. The owner of the machine must understand these instruct[...]

  • Page 3

    Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION FUEL VENT TANK REAR BUMPER FUEL FILLER STEERING WHEEL F OPERATOR'S SEAT TRANSMISSION SHIFT; PANEL (See Inset) DECK LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL CHUTE DEFLECTOR CONTROL PANEL IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE SPEED CQ_TROL BRAKE LEVER 1 I I MOWER DECK I I LEVER FIGURE 1.1 BLADE PEDALS _OWER BELT COVER 1.1 INTRODUCTION This man[...]

  • Page 4

    Section 2 -OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 PRE-START CHECK UST 2.2 Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up. 2.1.1. Check tires and add or release air as needed to bring pressure to 15 psi in front and 10 psi in rear tires. 2.1.2. Check guards, deflectors and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tighte[...]

  • Page 5

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3 STARTING & OPERATION 2.3.1 ENGINE (ELECTRIC START) IMPORTANT: When the ignition key is turned to "START", the engine will turn over, but will not start unless the Clutch/Brake pedal is pressed all the way down, the Blade Lever is in the "OFF" position (See Figure 2.5). The operator shou[...]

  • Page 6

    Section 2- OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3.1 ENGINE (ELECTRIC START) (Continued) 8. Should the battery be too weak to start the engine, use the instructions shown below, 2.3.2., ENGINE (MANUAL START) to manually start the electric start en- gines. 9. On Model 331416BVE, the engine is equipped with a fuel shut-off solenoid. If the battery is dead, the en[...]

  • Page 7

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS /_ CAUTION /'_ Before leaving the Rear Engine Rider with the engine running, STOP the blade, shift to neutral and engage the park brake. 2.4 STOPPING 2.4.1. ENGINE 1. Stop engine by turning key to the "OFF" position. See Figure 2.11. RUN OFF START 2.4.3. MOWER BLADE Stop mower blade by removing feet[...]

  • Page 8

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.4.4. PARK BRAKE (Continued) 2. Release park brake by pushing down on the Clutch/Brake Pedal to release park brake lever. See Figure 2.15. PUSH CLUTCWBRAKE PEDAL ALL THE WAY DOWN 2.4.6. WHEEL DRIVE 1. With engine running, adjust engine speed con- trol to "FAST" position. 2. Depress Clutch/Brake Peda[...]

  • Page 9

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.1 INTRODUCTION To 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 sedal number. SNAPPER recommends retuming th[...]

  • Page 10

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.2.3. CHECK MOWER DRIVE BELT 1. Drive Belt Cover Removal a. Lower deck to lowest setting. b. Remove four self-tapping screws, two on each side of mower drive belt cover. See Figure 3.3. c. Slide cover back and rotate out on left side of mower deck. MOVE FOUR :-TAPPING :REWS COVER FIGURE 3.3 2A. Checking Belt Tension a. On 2[...]

  • Page 11

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.3.2. MOWER COMPONENTS (Continued) d. Close vent on fuel filler cap. e. Carefully stand Rear Engine Rider on rear bumper. f. Clean underside of mower deck, removing all accumulation of grass clippings and debds. g. Lower Rear Engine Rider to ground and clean top of deck, removing all grass clippings and debris. 5. Mower Bla[...]

  • Page 12

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE DIFFERENTIAL . I FIGURE 3.9 Chain Case a. Check fill/level plug for damage. If signs of wear or cracks are visible, replace plug with new plug. See Figure 3.10. b. To check lubricant in chain case, remove fill/level plug and look for lubricant on the internal components of the chain case. If no lubricant is visible, add SN[...]

  • Page 13

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.5 3.6 EVERY TWO YEARS 3.5.3. Transmission shift lever and detent. 3.5.4. Clutch disc. 3.5.5. Clutch Yoke (See Figure 4.18 on Page 18). 3.5.6. Mower deck linkage and pivot areas. STORAGE (OUT OF SEASON) If desired, the Rear Engine Rider can be stored on the rear bumper. Perform the following procedures to insure the Rear En[...]

  • Page 14

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR Before performing any service or maintenance I procedures, always remove key from ignition I switch, remove spark plug wire from spark plug and I secure spark plug wire away from spark plug. I 4.1 ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR Refer to the engine owner's manual for those adjustments and/or repairs that ca[...]

  • Page 15

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR CAUTION Before performing any service or maintenance procedures, always remove key from ignition switch, remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure spark plug wire away from spark plug. 4.2.2. BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT 1. Remove Belt Cover; See Section 3, 3.2.3, on Page 9. 2. Pull blade engagement lever to t[...]

  • Page 16

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR LOOSEN SHOULDER BOLT 4.2.4. MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT (LEVELNESS) 1. Side-To-Side Before making deck leveling adjustments, check the tire pressure. Front tires 15 psi, rear tires 10 psi. If tires are properly inflated and mowing is still uneven, adjust side-to-side deck levelness as follows: a. Place Rider on a[...]

  • Page 17

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.2.5. MOWER DECK TIMING ROD ADJUSTMENT The mower deck timing rod is pre-adjusted at the factory. It is set to maintain the deck in the same attitude through all heights of cut. If suspecting the timing rod requires adjustment, contact an authorized SNAPPER dealer for service. See Figure 4.12. ADJUSTMENT OF THE [...]

  • Page 18

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR CAUTION Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, stop the engine, remove the key, remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug, and secure spark plug wire away from spark plug. 1. Follow procedures for standing Rear Engine Rider on rear bumper. Refer to Section 3.2.2. 2. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the[...]

  • Page 19

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR HOUSING CABLE COTTER-, 3. Measure the distance between end of clutch/brake cable and bottom of housing. Measurement should be no less than 112" and no greater than 3/4". See inset, Figure 4.18. CHAIN- CASE HOUSING COTTER- PIN FIGURE 4.18 4. If measurement is less than 1/2" or greater than 3/4&qu[...]

  • Page 20

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 3. Inspect condition of blade. Refer to Figure 4.20. 4. If blade is in good condition, sharpen at 22 to 28 degrees. DO NOT sharpen beyond existing cutting edge. See Figure 4.22. I DO NOT SHARPEN ] BEYOND ORIGINAL CUTTING EDGE J BLADE TIP / / SPINDLE BELT GUIDE 112" 25" MODELS 28", 30"1 &[...]

  • Page 21

    Section 4 -ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.6.2. BELT REPLACEMENT (Continued) 9. Adjust bait guide. See Figure 4.25 for proper bait-to-belt guide clearances. 10. Check mower drive belt tension and adjust if necessary. Refer to 4.2.1., MOWER DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT on Page 13. 11. Reinstall mowerdrive belt cover. ._6" N=== OMINAL -f 26" MODELS 28&[...]

  • Page 22

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR CAUTION 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[...]

  • Page 23

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.6.5. BATTERY TESTING Methods of Checking Battery Condition State of Charcje 100% Charged w/Sulfate Stop 100% Charged 75% Charged 50% Charged 25% Charged 0% Charcjed Syringe Hydrometer 1.280 1.265 1.210 1.160 1.120 Less than 1.100 Digita! Voltmeter 12.80v 12.60v 12.40v 12.10v 11.90v Lessthan 11o80v Five Ball Hy[...]

  • Page 24

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SUBJECT Engine Engine Engine Air Pre-Cleaner Air Cleaner Spark Plug Fuel Filter Engine Cooling System Battery Battery Tires Drive Belts Mower Blades Mower Deck Lubrication Points Lubricate Chain Case & Transmission Blade Stop Time Clutch/Brake System SERVICE TO BE PERFORMED Check Oil Level Initial Oil Change Periodic Oil Ch[...]

  • Page 25

    SNAPPER. 5 - 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY COMPONENT PARTS - 5 YEARS For five (5) years from purchase date for original purchaser's residential non-commercial _' use, Snapper, through any Snapper dealer will replace free of charge any part or parts found upon examination by the factory to be defective in material or workmanship or both. ENGINE [...]

  • Page 26

    SERVICE NOTES i[...]

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    SERVICE NOTES[...]

  • Page 28

    Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for • REAR ENGINE RIDING MOWER SERIES 16 The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of I AWARNING: California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. 8NAPPER,coo°o°o,. o,.. _o=_ u.s.,. COPYRIGHT © 1997 SNAPPER INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED MANUAL No.[...]

  • Page 29

    Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for REAR ENGINE RIDING MOWER SERIES 16 MODELS 250816B N250816B 250816BE N250816BE 281016BE N281016BE 301016BE 301216BE 331416BVE 331416KVE PRECIX BODYI SUFFIXI I Ni281 8i,6 B El MODEL _ SERIES DESIGNATION I DESIGNATION • ENGINE r- HP ENGINE & CUTTING OPTIONS WIDTH i MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION PRE[...]

  • Page 30

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 sedous injury or death to the operator or other persons. The owner of the machine must understand these instruct[...]

  • Page 31

    Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION FUEL VENT TANK REAR BUMPER FUEL FILLER STEERING WHEEL F OPERATOR'S SEAT TRANSMISSION SHIFT; PANEL (See Inset) DECK LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL CHUTE DEFLECTOR CONTROL PANEL IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE SPEED CQ_TROL BRAKE LEVER 1 I I MOWER DECK I I LEVER FIGURE 1.1 BLADE PEDALS _OWER BELT COVER 1.1 INTRODUCTION This man[...]

  • Page 32

    Section 2 -OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 PRE-START CHECK UST 2.2 Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up. 2.1.1. Check tires and add or release air as needed to bring pressure to 15 psi in front and 10 psi in rear tires. 2.1.2. Check guards, deflectors and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tighte[...]

  • Page 33

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3 STARTING & OPERATION 2.3.1 ENGINE (ELECTRIC START) IMPORTANT: When the ignition key is turned to "START", the engine will turn over, but will not start unless the Clutch/Brake pedal is pressed all the way down, the Blade Lever is in the "OFF" position (See Figure 2.5). The operator shou[...]

  • Page 34

    Section 2- OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3.1 ENGINE (ELECTRIC START) (Continued) 8. Should the battery be too weak to start the engine, use the instructions shown below, 2.3.2., ENGINE (MANUAL START) to manually start the electric start en- gines. 9. On Model 331416BVE, the engine is equipped with a fuel shut-off solenoid. If the battery is dead, the en[...]

  • Page 35

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS /_ CAUTION /'_ Before leaving the Rear Engine Rider with the engine running, STOP the blade, shift to neutral and engage the park brake. 2.4 STOPPING 2.4.1. ENGINE 1. Stop engine by turning key to the "OFF" position. See Figure 2.11. RUN OFF START 2.4.3. MOWER BLADE Stop mower blade by removing feet[...]

  • Page 36

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.4.4. PARK BRAKE (Continued) 2. Release park brake by pushing down on the Clutch/Brake Pedal to release park brake lever. See Figure 2.15. PUSH CLUTCWBRAKE PEDAL ALL THE WAY DOWN 2.4.6. WHEEL DRIVE 1. With engine running, adjust engine speed con- trol to "FAST" position. 2. Depress Clutch/Brake Peda[...]

  • Page 37

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.1 INTRODUCTION To 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 sedal number. SNAPPER recommends retuming th[...]

  • Page 38

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.2.3. CHECK MOWER DRIVE BELT 1. Drive Belt Cover Removal a. Lower deck to lowest setting. b. Remove four self-tapping screws, two on each side of mower drive belt cover. See Figure 3.3. c. Slide cover back and rotate out on left side of mower deck. MOVE FOUR :-TAPPING :REWS COVER FIGURE 3.3 2A. Checking Belt Tension a. On 2[...]

  • Page 39

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.3.2. MOWER COMPONENTS (Continued) d. Close vent on fuel filler cap. e. Carefully stand Rear Engine Rider on rear bumper. f. Clean underside of mower deck, removing all accumulation of grass clippings and debds. g. Lower Rear Engine Rider to ground and clean top of deck, removing all grass clippings and debris. 5. Mower Bla[...]

  • Page 40

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE DIFFERENTIAL . I FIGURE 3.9 Chain Case a. Check fill/level plug for damage. If signs of wear or cracks are visible, replace plug with new plug. See Figure 3.10. b. To check lubricant in chain case, remove fill/level plug and look for lubricant on the internal components of the chain case. If no lubricant is visible, add SN[...]

  • Page 41

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.5 3.6 EVERY TWO YEARS 3.5.3. Transmission shift lever and detent. 3.5.4. Clutch disc. 3.5.5. Clutch Yoke (See Figure 4.18 on Page 18). 3.5.6. Mower deck linkage and pivot areas. STORAGE (OUT OF SEASON) If desired, the Rear Engine Rider can be stored on the rear bumper. Perform the following procedures to insure the Rear En[...]

  • Page 42

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR Before performing any service or maintenance I procedures, always remove key from ignition I switch, remove spark plug wire from spark plug and I secure spark plug wire away from spark plug. I 4.1 ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR Refer to the engine owner's manual for those adjustments and/or repairs that ca[...]

  • Page 43

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR CAUTION Before performing any service or maintenance procedures, always remove key from ignition switch, remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure spark plug wire away from spark plug. 4.2.2. BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT 1. Remove Belt Cover; See Section 3, 3.2.3, on Page 9. 2. Pull blade engagement lever to t[...]

  • Page 44

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR LOOSEN SHOULDER BOLT 4.2.4. MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT (LEVELNESS) 1. Side-To-Side Before making deck leveling adjustments, check the tire pressure. Front tires 15 psi, rear tires 10 psi. If tires are properly inflated and mowing is still uneven, adjust side-to-side deck levelness as follows: a. Place Rider on a[...]

  • Page 45

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.2.5. MOWER DECK TIMING ROD ADJUSTMENT The mower deck timing rod is pre-adjusted at the factory. It is set to maintain the deck in the same attitude through all heights of cut. If suspecting the timing rod requires adjustment, contact an authorized SNAPPER dealer for service. See Figure 4.12. ADJUSTMENT OF THE [...]

  • Page 46

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR CAUTION Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, stop the engine, remove the key, remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug, and secure spark plug wire away from spark plug. 1. Follow procedures for standing Rear Engine Rider on rear bumper. Refer to Section 3.2.2. 2. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the[...]

  • Page 47

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR HOUSING CABLE COTTER-, 3. Measure the distance between end of clutch/brake cable and bottom of housing. Measurement should be no less than 112" and no greater than 3/4". See inset, Figure 4.18. CHAIN- CASE HOUSING COTTER- PIN FIGURE 4.18 4. If measurement is less than 1/2" or greater than 3/4&qu[...]

  • Page 48

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 3. Inspect condition of blade. Refer to Figure 4.20. 4. If blade is in good condition, sharpen at 22 to 28 degrees. DO NOT sharpen beyond existing cutting edge. See Figure 4.22. I DO NOT SHARPEN ] BEYOND ORIGINAL CUTTING EDGE J BLADE TIP / / SPINDLE BELT GUIDE 112" 25" MODELS 28", 30"1 &[...]

  • Page 49

    Section 4 -ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.6.2. BELT REPLACEMENT (Continued) 9. Adjust bait guide. See Figure 4.25 for proper bait-to-belt guide clearances. 10. Check mower drive belt tension and adjust if necessary. Refer to 4.2.1., MOWER DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT on Page 13. 11. Reinstall mowerdrive belt cover. ._6" N=== OMINAL -f 26" MODELS 28&[...]

  • Page 50

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR CAUTION 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[...]

  • Page 51

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.6.5. BATTERY TESTING Methods of Checking Battery Condition State of Charcje 100% Charged w/Sulfate Stop 100% Charged 75% Charged 50% Charged 25% Charged 0% Charcjed Syringe Hydrometer 1.280 1.265 1.210 1.160 1.120 Less than 1.100 Digita! Voltmeter 12.80v 12.60v 12.40v 12.10v 11.90v Lessthan 11o80v Five Ball Hy[...]

  • Page 52

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SUBJECT Engine Engine Engine Air Pre-Cleaner Air Cleaner Spark Plug Fuel Filter Engine Cooling System Battery Battery Tires Drive Belts Mower Blades Mower Deck Lubrication Points Lubricate Chain Case & Transmission Blade Stop Time Clutch/Brake System SERVICE TO BE PERFORMED Check Oil Level Initial Oil Change Periodic Oil Ch[...]

  • Page 53

    SNAPPER. 5 - 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY COMPONENT PARTS - 5 YEARS For five (5) years from purchase date for original purchaser's residential non-commercial _' use, Snapper, through any Snapper dealer will replace free of charge any part or parts found upon examination by the factory to be defective in material or workmanship or both. ENGINE [...]

  • Page 54

    SERVICE NOTES i[...]

  • Page 55

    SERVICE NOTES[...]

  • Page 56

    Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for • REAR ENGINE RIDING MOWER SERIES 16 The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of I AWARNING: California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. 8NAPPER,coo°o°o,. o,.. _o=_ u.s.,. COPYRIGHT © 1997 SNAPPER INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED MANUAL No.[...]

  • Page 57

    Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for REAR ENGINE RIDING MOWER SERIES 16 MODELS 250816B N250816B 250816BE N250816BE 281016BE N281016BE 301016BE 301216BE 331416BVE 331416KVE PRECIX BODYI SUFFIXI I Ni281 8i,6 B El MODEL _ SERIES DESIGNATION I DESIGNATION • ENGINE r- HP ENGINE & CUTTING OPTIONS WIDTH i MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION PRE[...]

  • Page 58

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 sedous injury or death to the operator or other persons. The owner of the machine must understand these instruct[...]

  • Page 59

    Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION FUEL VENT TANK REAR BUMPER FUEL FILLER STEERING WHEEL F OPERATOR'S SEAT TRANSMISSION SHIFT; PANEL (See Inset) DECK LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL CHUTE DEFLECTOR CONTROL PANEL IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE SPEED CQ_TROL BRAKE LEVER 1 I I MOWER DECK I I LEVER FIGURE 1.1 BLADE PEDALS _OWER BELT COVER 1.1 INTRODUCTION This man[...]

  • Page 60

    Section 2 -OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 PRE-START CHECK UST 2.2 Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up. 2.1.1. Check tires and add or release air as needed to bring pressure to 15 psi in front and 10 psi in rear tires. 2.1.2. Check guards, deflectors and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tighte[...]

  • Page 61

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3 STARTING & OPERATION 2.3.1 ENGINE (ELECTRIC START) IMPORTANT: When the ignition key is turned to "START", the engine will turn over, but will not start unless the Clutch/Brake pedal is pressed all the way down, the Blade Lever is in the "OFF" position (See Figure 2.5). The operator shou[...]

  • Page 62

    Section 2- OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3.1 ENGINE (ELECTRIC START) (Continued) 8. Should the battery be too weak to start the engine, use the instructions shown below, 2.3.2., ENGINE (MANUAL START) to manually start the electric start en- gines. 9. On Model 331416BVE, the engine is equipped with a fuel shut-off solenoid. If the battery is dead, the en[...]

  • Page 63

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS /_ CAUTION /'_ Before leaving the Rear Engine Rider with the engine running, STOP the blade, shift to neutral and engage the park brake. 2.4 STOPPING 2.4.1. ENGINE 1. Stop engine by turning key to the "OFF" position. See Figure 2.11. RUN OFF START 2.4.3. MOWER BLADE Stop mower blade by removing feet[...]

  • Page 64

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.4.4. PARK BRAKE (Continued) 2. Release park brake by pushing down on the Clutch/Brake Pedal to release park brake lever. See Figure 2.15. PUSH CLUTCWBRAKE PEDAL ALL THE WAY DOWN 2.4.6. WHEEL DRIVE 1. With engine running, adjust engine speed con- trol to "FAST" position. 2. Depress Clutch/Brake Peda[...]

  • Page 65

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.1 INTRODUCTION To 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 sedal number. SNAPPER recommends retuming th[...]

  • Page 66

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.2.3. CHECK MOWER DRIVE BELT 1. Drive Belt Cover Removal a. Lower deck to lowest setting. b. Remove four self-tapping screws, two on each side of mower drive belt cover. See Figure 3.3. c. Slide cover back and rotate out on left side of mower deck. MOVE FOUR :-TAPPING :REWS COVER FIGURE 3.3 2A. Checking Belt Tension a. On 2[...]

  • Page 67

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.3.2. MOWER COMPONENTS (Continued) d. Close vent on fuel filler cap. e. Carefully stand Rear Engine Rider on rear bumper. f. Clean underside of mower deck, removing all accumulation of grass clippings and debds. g. Lower Rear Engine Rider to ground and clean top of deck, removing all grass clippings and debris. 5. Mower Bla[...]

  • Page 68

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE DIFFERENTIAL . I FIGURE 3.9 Chain Case a. Check fill/level plug for damage. If signs of wear or cracks are visible, replace plug with new plug. See Figure 3.10. b. To check lubricant in chain case, remove fill/level plug and look for lubricant on the internal components of the chain case. If no lubricant is visible, add SN[...]

  • Page 69

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.5 3.6 EVERY TWO YEARS 3.5.3. Transmission shift lever and detent. 3.5.4. Clutch disc. 3.5.5. Clutch Yoke (See Figure 4.18 on Page 18). 3.5.6. Mower deck linkage and pivot areas. STORAGE (OUT OF SEASON) If desired, the Rear Engine Rider can be stored on the rear bumper. Perform the following procedures to insure the Rear En[...]

  • Page 70

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR Before performing any service or maintenance I procedures, always remove key from ignition I switch, remove spark plug wire from spark plug and I secure spark plug wire away from spark plug. I 4.1 ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR Refer to the engine owner's manual for those adjustments and/or repairs that ca[...]

  • Page 71

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR CAUTION Before performing any service or maintenance procedures, always remove key from ignition switch, remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure spark plug wire away from spark plug. 4.2.2. BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT 1. Remove Belt Cover; See Section 3, 3.2.3, on Page 9. 2. Pull blade engagement lever to t[...]

  • Page 72

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR LOOSEN SHOULDER BOLT 4.2.4. MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT (LEVELNESS) 1. Side-To-Side Before making deck leveling adjustments, check the tire pressure. Front tires 15 psi, rear tires 10 psi. If tires are properly inflated and mowing is still uneven, adjust side-to-side deck levelness as follows: a. Place Rider on a[...]

  • Page 73

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.2.5. MOWER DECK TIMING ROD ADJUSTMENT The mower deck timing rod is pre-adjusted at the factory. It is set to maintain the deck in the same attitude through all heights of cut. If suspecting the timing rod requires adjustment, contact an authorized SNAPPER dealer for service. See Figure 4.12. ADJUSTMENT OF THE [...]

  • Page 74

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR CAUTION Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, stop the engine, remove the key, remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug, and secure spark plug wire away from spark plug. 1. Follow procedures for standing Rear Engine Rider on rear bumper. Refer to Section 3.2.2. 2. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the[...]

  • Page 75

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR HOUSING CABLE COTTER-, 3. Measure the distance between end of clutch/brake cable and bottom of housing. Measurement should be no less than 112" and no greater than 3/4". See inset, Figure 4.18. CHAIN- CASE HOUSING COTTER- PIN FIGURE 4.18 4. If measurement is less than 1/2" or greater than 3/4&qu[...]

  • Page 76

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 3. Inspect condition of blade. Refer to Figure 4.20. 4. If blade is in good condition, sharpen at 22 to 28 degrees. DO NOT sharpen beyond existing cutting edge. See Figure 4.22. I DO NOT SHARPEN ] BEYOND ORIGINAL CUTTING EDGE J BLADE TIP / / SPINDLE BELT GUIDE 112" 25" MODELS 28", 30"1 &[...]

  • Page 77

    Section 4 -ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.6.2. BELT REPLACEMENT (Continued) 9. Adjust bait guide. See Figure 4.25 for proper bait-to-belt guide clearances. 10. Check mower drive belt tension and adjust if necessary. Refer to 4.2.1., MOWER DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT on Page 13. 11. Reinstall mowerdrive belt cover. ._6" N=== OMINAL -f 26" MODELS 28&[...]

  • Page 78

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR CAUTION 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[...]

  • Page 79

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.6.5. BATTERY TESTING Methods of Checking Battery Condition State of Charcje 100% Charged w/Sulfate Stop 100% Charged 75% Charged 50% Charged 25% Charged 0% Charcjed Syringe Hydrometer 1.280 1.265 1.210 1.160 1.120 Less than 1.100 Digita! Voltmeter 12.80v 12.60v 12.40v 12.10v 11.90v Lessthan 11o80v Five Ball Hy[...]

  • Page 80

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SUBJECT Engine Engine Engine Air Pre-Cleaner Air Cleaner Spark Plug Fuel Filter Engine Cooling System Battery Battery Tires Drive Belts Mower Blades Mower Deck Lubrication Points Lubricate Chain Case & Transmission Blade Stop Time Clutch/Brake System SERVICE TO BE PERFORMED Check Oil Level Initial Oil Change Periodic Oil Ch[...]

  • Page 81

    SNAPPER. 5 - 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY COMPONENT PARTS - 5 YEARS For five (5) years from purchase date for original purchaser's residential non-commercial _' use, Snapper, through any Snapper dealer will replace free of charge any part or parts found upon examination by the factory to be defective in material or workmanship or both. ENGINE [...]

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    SERVICE NOTES[...]

  • Page 84

    Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for • REAR ENGINE RIDING MOWER SERIES 16 The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of I AWARNING: California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. 8NAPPER,coo°o°o,. o,.. _o=_ u.s.,. COPYRIGHT © 1997 SNAPPER INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED MANUAL No.[...]

  • Page 85

    Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for REAR ENGINE RIDING MOWER SERIES 16 MODELS 250816B N250816B 250816BE N250816BE 281016BE N281016BE 301016BE 301216BE 331416BVE 331416KVE PRECIX BODYI SUFFIXI I Ni281 8i,6 B El MODEL _ SERIES DESIGNATION I DESIGNATION • ENGINE r- HP ENGINE & CUTTING OPTIONS WIDTH i MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION PRE[...]

  • Page 86

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 sedous injury or death to the operator or other persons. The owner of the machine must understand these instruct[...]

  • Page 87

    Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION FUEL VENT TANK REAR BUMPER FUEL FILLER STEERING WHEEL F OPERATOR'S SEAT TRANSMISSION SHIFT; PANEL (See Inset) DECK LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL CHUTE DEFLECTOR CONTROL PANEL IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE SPEED CQ_TROL BRAKE LEVER 1 I I MOWER DECK I I LEVER FIGURE 1.1 BLADE PEDALS _OWER BELT COVER 1.1 INTRODUCTION This man[...]

  • Page 88

    Section 2 -OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 PRE-START CHECK UST 2.2 Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up. 2.1.1. Check tires and add or release air as needed to bring pressure to 15 psi in front and 10 psi in rear tires. 2.1.2. Check guards, deflectors and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tighte[...]

  • Page 89

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3 STARTING & OPERATION 2.3.1 ENGINE (ELECTRIC START) IMPORTANT: When the ignition key is turned to "START", the engine will turn over, but will not start unless the Clutch/Brake pedal is pressed all the way down, the Blade Lever is in the "OFF" position (See Figure 2.5). The operator shou[...]

  • Page 90

    Section 2- OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3.1 ENGINE (ELECTRIC START) (Continued) 8. Should the battery be too weak to start the engine, use the instructions shown below, 2.3.2., ENGINE (MANUAL START) to manually start the electric start en- gines. 9. On Model 331416BVE, the engine is equipped with a fuel shut-off solenoid. If the battery is dead, the en[...]

  • Page 91

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS /_ CAUTION /'_ Before leaving the Rear Engine Rider with the engine running, STOP the blade, shift to neutral and engage the park brake. 2.4 STOPPING 2.4.1. ENGINE 1. Stop engine by turning key to the "OFF" position. See Figure 2.11. RUN OFF START 2.4.3. MOWER BLADE Stop mower blade by removing feet[...]

  • Page 92

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.4.4. PARK BRAKE (Continued) 2. Release park brake by pushing down on the Clutch/Brake Pedal to release park brake lever. See Figure 2.15. PUSH CLUTCWBRAKE PEDAL ALL THE WAY DOWN 2.4.6. WHEEL DRIVE 1. With engine running, adjust engine speed con- trol to "FAST" position. 2. Depress Clutch/Brake Peda[...]

  • Page 93

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.1 INTRODUCTION To 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 sedal number. SNAPPER recommends retuming th[...]

  • Page 94

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.2.3. CHECK MOWER DRIVE BELT 1. Drive Belt Cover Removal a. Lower deck to lowest setting. b. Remove four self-tapping screws, two on each side of mower drive belt cover. See Figure 3.3. c. Slide cover back and rotate out on left side of mower deck. MOVE FOUR :-TAPPING :REWS COVER FIGURE 3.3 2A. Checking Belt Tension a. On 2[...]

  • Page 95

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.3.2. MOWER COMPONENTS (Continued) d. Close vent on fuel filler cap. e. Carefully stand Rear Engine Rider on rear bumper. f. Clean underside of mower deck, removing all accumulation of grass clippings and debds. g. Lower Rear Engine Rider to ground and clean top of deck, removing all grass clippings and debris. 5. Mower Bla[...]

  • Page 96

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE DIFFERENTIAL . I FIGURE 3.9 Chain Case a. Check fill/level plug for damage. If signs of wear or cracks are visible, replace plug with new plug. See Figure 3.10. b. To check lubricant in chain case, remove fill/level plug and look for lubricant on the internal components of the chain case. If no lubricant is visible, add SN[...]

  • Page 97

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.5 3.6 EVERY TWO YEARS 3.5.3. Transmission shift lever and detent. 3.5.4. Clutch disc. 3.5.5. Clutch Yoke (See Figure 4.18 on Page 18). 3.5.6. Mower deck linkage and pivot areas. STORAGE (OUT OF SEASON) If desired, the Rear Engine Rider can be stored on the rear bumper. Perform the following procedures to insure the Rear En[...]

  • Page 98

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR Before performing any service or maintenance I procedures, always remove key from ignition I switch, remove spark plug wire from spark plug and I secure spark plug wire away from spark plug. I 4.1 ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR Refer to the engine owner's manual for those adjustments and/or repairs that ca[...]

  • Page 99

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR CAUTION Before performing any service or maintenance procedures, always remove key from ignition switch, remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure spark plug wire away from spark plug. 4.2.2. BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT 1. Remove Belt Cover; See Section 3, 3.2.3, on Page 9. 2. Pull blade engagement lever to t[...]

  • Page 100

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR LOOSEN SHOULDER BOLT 4.2.4. MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT (LEVELNESS) 1. Side-To-Side Before making deck leveling adjustments, check the tire pressure. Front tires 15 psi, rear tires 10 psi. If tires are properly inflated and mowing is still uneven, adjust side-to-side deck levelness as follows: a. Place Rider on a[...]

  • Page 101

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.2.5. MOWER DECK TIMING ROD ADJUSTMENT The mower deck timing rod is pre-adjusted at the factory. It is set to maintain the deck in the same attitude through all heights of cut. If suspecting the timing rod requires adjustment, contact an authorized SNAPPER dealer for service. See Figure 4.12. ADJUSTMENT OF THE [...]

  • Page 102

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR CAUTION Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, stop the engine, remove the key, remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug, and secure spark plug wire away from spark plug. 1. Follow procedures for standing Rear Engine Rider on rear bumper. Refer to Section 3.2.2. 2. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the[...]

  • Page 103

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR HOUSING CABLE COTTER-, 3. Measure the distance between end of clutch/brake cable and bottom of housing. Measurement should be no less than 112" and no greater than 3/4". See inset, Figure 4.18. CHAIN- CASE HOUSING COTTER- PIN FIGURE 4.18 4. If measurement is less than 1/2" or greater than 3/4&qu[...]

  • Page 104

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 3. Inspect condition of blade. Refer to Figure 4.20. 4. If blade is in good condition, sharpen at 22 to 28 degrees. DO NOT sharpen beyond existing cutting edge. See Figure 4.22. I DO NOT SHARPEN ] BEYOND ORIGINAL CUTTING EDGE J BLADE TIP / / SPINDLE BELT GUIDE 112" 25" MODELS 28", 30"1 &[...]

  • Page 105

    Section 4 -ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.6.2. BELT REPLACEMENT (Continued) 9. Adjust bait guide. See Figure 4.25 for proper bait-to-belt guide clearances. 10. Check mower drive belt tension and adjust if necessary. Refer to 4.2.1., MOWER DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT on Page 13. 11. Reinstall mowerdrive belt cover. ._6" N=== OMINAL -f 26" MODELS 28&[...]

  • Page 106

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR CAUTION 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[...]

  • Page 107

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.6.5. BATTERY TESTING Methods of Checking Battery Condition State of Charcje 100% Charged w/Sulfate Stop 100% Charged 75% Charged 50% Charged 25% Charged 0% Charcjed Syringe Hydrometer 1.280 1.265 1.210 1.160 1.120 Less than 1.100 Digita! Voltmeter 12.80v 12.60v 12.40v 12.10v 11.90v Lessthan 11o80v Five Ball Hy[...]

  • Page 108

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SUBJECT Engine Engine Engine Air Pre-Cleaner Air Cleaner Spark Plug Fuel Filter Engine Cooling System Battery Battery Tires Drive Belts Mower Blades Mower Deck Lubrication Points Lubricate Chain Case & Transmission Blade Stop Time Clutch/Brake System SERVICE TO BE PERFORMED Check Oil Level Initial Oil Change Periodic Oil Ch[...]

  • Page 109

    SNAPPER. 5 - 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY COMPONENT PARTS - 5 YEARS For five (5) years from purchase date for original purchaser's residential non-commercial _' use, Snapper, through any Snapper dealer will replace free of charge any part or parts found upon examination by the factory to be defective in material or workmanship or both. ENGINE [...]

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    SERVICE NOTES i[...]

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    SERVICE NOTES[...]

  • Page 112

    Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for • REAR ENGINE RIDING MOWER SERIES 16 The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of I AWARNING: California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. 8NAPPER,coo°o°o,. o,.. _o=_ u.s.,. COPYRIGHT © 1997 SNAPPER INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED MANUAL No.[...]