Snapper 2690627 manuale d’uso

OPERA T OR’S MANU AL 27HP Hydro Tractors & Mower Decks 2690628 STGT2754D, 27HPD, 4WD, 3P 2690629 STGT2754D, 27HPD, 4WD, 3P 2690626 STGT2754D, 27HPD, 4WD, 3P & 54” Mower 2690627 STGT2754D, 27HPD, 4WD, 3P & 54” Mower 54” Mower Decks Mfg. No. Description 1695197 54" Mower Deck 1695198 54" Mower Deck GT600 Series 1733761 R[...]

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1 Check Mower Deck Gear Box Oil .........................30 Safety Interlock System Check .............................30 Blade Brake Check ...............................................30 Check Tire Pressures ...........................................31 Battery Maintenance .............................................31 Lubrication .............[...]

2 Safety Rules & Information TP 600-2459-08-UV-SMA Operating Safety Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is misused, or not properly maintained, it[...]

3 Safety Rules and Information Slope Operation You could be seriously injured or even killed if you use this unit on too steep an incline. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep or where you don’t have adequate traction can cause you to lose control or roll over. A good rule of thumb is to not operate on any slope you cannot back up (in 2-wh[...]

4 Safety Rules & Information GENERAL OPERA TION 1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the unit before starting. 2. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. 3. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to opera[...]

5 Safety Rules and Information CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the unit and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. 1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adul[...]

6 SER VICE AND MAINTENANCE Safe Handling of Gasoline 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition. 2. Use only approved gasoline containers. 3. Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling. 4. Never fuel the machine indoors. 5. Never store the machine or fuel c[...]

7 Identification Numbers Tractor ID Tag Mower ID Tag ENGINE REFERENCE DATA Model Description Name/Number Unit MFG Number PRODUCT REFERENCE DATA Unit SERIAL Number Dealer Name Date Purchased Engine Make Engine Type/Spec Engine Model Engine Code/Serial Number Mower Deck MFG Number Mower Deck SERIAL Number When contacting your authorized dealer for re[...]

8 Safety Decals Safety Decals This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro- vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment manufacturing. Although reading this manual and the safety instructions it contains will provide you with the necessary basic knowledge to operate this equipm[...]

9 Safety Icons / Safety Interlock T est Warning: Read Operator’s Manual. Read and understand the Operator’s Manual before using this machine. Danger: Thrown Objects. This machine is capable of throwing objects and debris. Keep bystanders away. Warning: Remove Key Before Servicing. Remove the key and consult techni- cal literature before perform[...]

10 Features & Controls Choke (Select Models) Close the choke for cold starting. Open the choke once the engine starts. A warm engine may not require chok- ing. Pull the choke control out to close the choke. Throttle Contr ol The throttle controls engine speed. Move the throttle for- ward to increase engine speed and back to decrease engine spee[...]

11 Attachment Lift Contr ol Lever When using the mower deck, lift the deck off the ground while transporting to and from the job site. DO NOT cut with the mower in the raised, transport position. The attachment lift control lever raises and lowers attachments that utilize the tractor’s hydraulic lift cylinder. This lever also controls attachments[...]

12 Features & Controls Figure 2. Engaging the Parking Brake A. Ground Speed Pedals B. Brake Pedal C. Parking Brake Knob P arking Brake Function Applying the Parking Brake - See Figure 2. To lock the parking brake, release the ground speed pedals (A), fully depress the brake pedal (B), pull the parking brake knob (C) out, and then release brake [...]

13 Features & Controls K B D F E I J C G Dashboar d Display Functions The dashboard display shows a variety of engine opera- tion and control status information, as explained in the descriptions below. A. Irregular V oltage Indicates that the voltage being produced by the charg- ing system and battery is higher or lower than normal levels. B. R[...]

14 Operating the T ractor Star ting The Engine 1. While sitting in the operator’s seat, fully depress the brake pedal or set the parking brake. 2. Set the cruise control lever in neutral and make sure that your feet are not depressing the ground speed control pedals. 3. Disengage the PTO. 4. Set the throttle to middle position (set throttle to FU[...]

15 Operating the T ractor 1. Return the ground speed control(s) to neutral and engage the parking brake. 2. Disengage the PTO and wait for all moving parts to stop. 3. Place the throttle control in the position specified in the engine owner’s manual provided in the operator's packet shipped with your tractor. Follow any recom- mended stoppin[...]

16 Operating the T ractor Hydraulic System Functions General All of the inboard and auxiliary hydraulics are controlled by the attachment lift control lever. The attachment lift control lever raises and lowers attachments that utilize the tractor’s hydraulic lift cylinder. This lever also con- trols attachments that use the tractor’s auxiliary [...]

17 Operating the T ractor A. B. A. B. Figure 8. Auxiliary Hydraulics A. Lift B. Lower Figure 7. Auxiliary Hydraulics A. Angle Left B. Angle Right Using A uxiliar y Hydraulics The attachment lift control is also used to control attach- ments that use the tractor’s auxiliary hydraulic couplers located on the right and left front frame rails. The le[...]

18 Operating the T ractor 0 200 400 1' 0' 2' 600 3' 4' Max. Attachment Weight (Lbs .) Max. Attachment W eight Distance from End of Hitch Arm to Attachment Center of Gra vity (Feet " ") X' Weight Range Approv ed End of Hitch Arm Attachment Attachment's Center of Gra vity X' Distance from End of Hitch[...]

19 Operating the T ractor Figure 12. Install Sway Arms A. Sway Arms B. Hair Pin Clips C. Clevis Pins D. Upper Link Assembly E. Safety Clips F. Clevis Pins Figure 13. Install Chains A. Right Sway Arm B. Clevis Pin & Safety Clip C. Capscrew, 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 & Locknut D. Chains E. Left Sway Arm Figure 14. Install Lift Links A. Left Sway Arm B. [...]

20 Operating the T ractor 540 Rear PT O Operation (Select Models) Checks Bef ore Star ting Refer to the Maintenance & Adjustments sections of this manual and perform any needed service. Connecting a Drive Shaft 1. Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, stop the engine, and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Pull back on the locking collar[...]

21 Operating the T ractor 540 Attachment Recommendations GENERAL This rear PTO was designed and tested with the 540 RPM rear tiller sold by Simplicity Manufacturing. There are a wide variety of other 540 attachments available from numerous manufacturers. It is impossible for us to test every one of them. There are a few basic, common- sense criteri[...]

22 Operating the T ractor Mower Dec k Remov al & Installation NOTE: Perform mower removal and installation on a hard, level surface such as a concrete floor. Removing the Mo wer Deck 1. Start the engine 2. Set the mower cutting height to its lowest setting. 3. Fully raise the attachment lift. 4. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to [...]

23 Operating the T ractor Installing the Mower Dec k 1. Slide the mower under the tractor. 2. Hook up the electrical connection (Figure 20). 3. Start the engine. 4. Set the cutting height to maximum. 5. Fully lower the attachment lift. 6. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 7. Make sure the mower lift chains (A, Figure 19) ar[...]

24 Operating the T ractor Attaching a T railer The maximum weight of a towed trailer should be less than 800 lbs (363 kg). Secure the trailer with an appro- priately sized clevis pin (A, Figure 23) and clip (B). Excessive towed loads can cause loss of traction and loss of control on slopes. Reduce towed weight when operating on slopes. The surface [...]

25 Regular Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your tractor and mower. * Refer to engine owner’s manual. Change original engine oil after initial break-in period. ** More often in hot (over 85° F: 30° C) weather or dusty operating conditions. *** Service after the first 50 hours of opera[...]

26 Regular Maintenance Engine Maintenance - General Refer to the engine owner’s manual for all engine main- tenance procedures and recommendations. Clean Debris Out of Engine Compar tment Service Interval: Every 25 Hours, or As Necessary Stop the engine and allow the unit to cool. Remove all debris from the engine compartment. Be sure all cooling[...]

27 Regular Maintenance Drain Fuel Separator Service Interval: Seasonally or as Needed The fuel filter assembly has a built in water separator that should be drained when the indicator light in the dashboard display turns on or once per season. Replace the fuel filter element every 800 hours of opera- tion or as required. To drain the fuel filter: 1[...]

28 Regular Maintenance Figure 25. Transmission Fluid Check A. Dip Stick A Chec k T ransmission Oil Level Service Interval: Every 25 Hours Oil Type: Type F Automatic Transmission Fluid 1. Clean the area around the transmission dip stick (A, Figure 25). 2. Remove the dip stick (A) from the transmission and wipe it clean. 3. Insert the dip stick into [...]

29 Change T ransmission Oil & filter Service Interval: After first the 50 hours, then every 250 hours. Oil Type: Type F Automatic Transmission Fluid Oil Capacity: 2WD: 7.3-8.4 qt. (7-8L), 4WD: 7.7-8.8 qt. (7,3-8,3L), 4WD w/ 540PTO: 9-10 qt. (8,5-9,5L) Oil Filter Part No.: 1726194 The transmission fluid and filter should be changed at the interv[...]

30 Regular Maintenance Safety Interloc k System Check Service Interval: Every Fall & Spring Check the function of the safety interlock system using the test procedure found on page 9 of this manual. If the tractor fails any of the tests, see your dealer. Blade Brake Chec k Service Interval: Every 100 Hours or Fall & Spring The mower should [...]

31 Regular Maintenance Battery Maintenance Cleaning the Battery and Cables Service Interval: Every 100 Hours 1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative cable first (C, Figures 30). 2. Remove the battery clamp (B) and battery. On diesel models the battery clamp is secured with bolts to both frame rails (D, Figure 30). 3. Clean the battery c[...]

32 Regular Maintenance Lubrication Service Interval: Every 25 Hours Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 31- 37 as well as the lubrication points listed. Generally, all moving metal parts should be oiled where contact is made with other parts. Keep oil and grease off belts and pulleys. Wipe surfaces clean before and after lubrica- t[...]

33 Regular Maintenance Grease the Electric Lift Rod Grease Fitting Yearly Grease the Deck Belt Idler Pulley Arm Grease Fitting Yearly Figure 37. Mower Drive Shaft Figure 36. Mower Arbor Lubrication Figure 35. Deck Lubrication Every 10 Hours[...]

34 Regular Maintenance Servicing The Mower Blades 1. Remove mower from the tractor. See Mower Installation & Removal. 2. Blades should be sharp and free of nicks and dents. If not, sharpen blades as described in following steps. 3. To remove blade for sharpening, use a wood block to hold blade while removing the blade mounting cap- screw (Figur[...]

35 Regular Maintenance MAINTENANCE RECORDS[...]

36 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service TR OUBLESHOO TING While normal care and regular maintenance will extend the life of your equipment, prolonged or constant use may eventually require that service be performed to allow it to continue operating properly. The troubleshooting guide below lists the most common problems, their causes, and re[...]

37 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service T r actor T roubleshooting Cont. Brake will not hold. 1. Brake is incorrectly adjusted. See Brake Adjustment. 2. Internal brake worn. See your dealer. Tractor steers hard or 1. Hydraulic system filter clogged. Replace filter. handles poorly. 2. Improper tire inflation. Check and correct. TR OUBLESHOO T[...]

38 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Brake Adjustment 1. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, block the wheels, remove the ignition key, and engage the parking brake. 2. Remove the mower deck (see Mower Deck Removal). 3. Locate the brake spring (A, Figure 42). Measure the length of the compressed brake spring with the park- ing brake on. T[...]

39 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Headlight Replacement 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the forward heat shield. 3. Remove the light bulb socket from the bezel by twist- ing it counterclockwise and pulling it out. 4. Use a rag or gloves to remove and replace the light bulb with an identical halogen bulb. DO NOT TOUCH THE BULB WITH YOUR BAR[...]

40 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service W ARNING Before checking mower, shut off PTO and engine. Allow all moving parts to stop. Remove ignition key, then disconnect the spark plug wires and fasten them away from the spark plugs. Mower Adjustments Gauge Wheel Adjustment The mower gauge wheels can be placed in two positions depending on the h[...]

41 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service W ARNING Before checking mower, shut off PTO and engine. Allow all moving parts to stop. Remove ignition key, then disconnect the spark plug wires and fasten them away from the spark plugs. Figure 46. Side-to-Side Adjustment A. Lock Nut, 5/16-18 B. Spacer C. I-Bolt Leveling The Mo wer If the cut is une[...]

42 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service To avoid damaging belts, DO NOT PRY BELTS OVER PULLEYS. Figure 48. Mower Belt Routing Center Pulley Belt Double V Outer Pulley Outer Pulley V Idler Drive Pulley BELT ROUTING VIEWED FROM TOP FRONT Mower Belt Replacement Mower Drive Belt Replacement 1. Remove the mower deck. See Mower Removal and Install[...]

43 Specifications ENGINE: 27 HP* Briggs & Stratton Make Briggs & Stratton Model DM 950 D - Model 582447 Horsepower 27 @ 3600 rpm Displacement 58.1 cu in (952cc) Electrical System 12 Volt, 40 amp. Alternator, Battery: 500 CCA Oil Capacity 3.2 qt. (3L) CHASSIS: Fuel Tank Cap. 5.5 gal (20,8L) Rear Wheels: Turf Tires Tire Size: 26x12-12 Inflati[...]

44 Parts & Accessories Replacement P ar ts Replacement parts are available from your authorized dealer. Always use genuine Simplicity Service Parts. T echnical Manuals Additional copies of this manual are available, as well as fully illustrated parts lists. These manuals show all of the product’s components in exploded views (3D illustrations[...]

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