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    Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for REAR ENGINE RIDING MOWER SERIES 23 MODEL 421823BVE 422023BVE MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION 42 18 23 B V E CUTTING WIDTH ENGINE OPTIONS ENGINE HP * ENGINE TYPE SERIES DESIGNATION ENGINE MODEL 42 - 42” Cutting Deck 18 - 18.0 HP Engine 20 - 20.0 HP Engine 23 – Series Designation B - Briggs Engine V - Ov[...]

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    2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: This pow erful cutting machine is capable of am putating hands and feet and can throw objects that can cause injury and damage! Failure to comply w ith 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 in[...]

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    3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PREPARATION (Continued From Previous Page) 6. Check the area to be mow ed and remove all objects such as toys, w ire, rocks, limbs and other objects that could cause injury if thrown by blade or interfere w ith mowing. 7. Keep people and pets out of mowing area. Immediately STOP blades, STOP engine, and STOP machine [...]

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    4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TOWING 1. Tow only w ith a machine that has a hitch designed for tow ing. DO NOT attach towed equipment except at the hitch point. 2. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for w eight limits for tow ed equipment and towing on slopes. 3. DO NOT allow children or others on tow ed equipment. 4. On slopes, the w eig[...]

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    5 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIO NS ........................................................................ 2-4 TABLE OF CO NTENTS ..................................................................................................... 5 SECTION 1 - FAMI LIARIZATI ON .....................................................................[...]

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    6 Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION FIGURE 1.1 1.1 INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared for the operator’s of the SNAPPER Rear Engine Rider. Its purpose, aside from recommending standard operating procedures and routine service requirements, is to promote SAFETY through the use of accepted operating practices. Read, Understand and Follow the IMPO[...]

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    7 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST 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 12 psi in front and 12 psi in rear tires. 2.1.2. Check guards, deflectors and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tighte[...]

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    8 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 2.4). The operator should be in [...]

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    9 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3 STARTING & OPERATION 2.3.1. ENGINE (ELECT RIC START) (Continued) 8. Should the battery be too weak to start the engine, Refer to Section “ENGINE (MANUAL START)” to manually start the electric start engines. 2.3.2. ENGINE (MANUAL START) IMPORTANT: When the ignition key is turned to “RUN”, and the [...]

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    10 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Once blade is disengaged, it should come to a complete stop in 3 seconds or less. If the blade continues to rotate after 3 seconds, the blade brake must be adjusted. Refer to Section “BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT” for adjustment procedures or return machine to an authorized SNAPPER dealer for adjustment. [...]

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    11 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING DO NOT leave machine w i th the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Shift to neutral. Engage parking brake. Remove key . 2.4 STOPPING - ENGINE, WHEEL DRIVE, BLADE 2.4.1. ENGINE 1. Stop engine by turning key to the “OFF” position. See Figure 2.13. FIGURE 2.13 2.4.2. WHEEL DRIVE 1. Stop motion of[...]

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    12 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.4 STOPPING - ENGINE, WHEEL DRIVE, BLADE 2.4.4. PARK BRAKE 1. Engage park brake by pushing clutch/brake pedal “DOWN” and moving the park brake latch over to the “ENGAGED” position. While holding the park brake latch “ENGAGED”, release clutch/brake pedal to set park brake. See Figure 2.16. FIGURE 2.[...]

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    13 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.6 REVERSE LOCKOUT MECHANISM Data indicates that tragi c 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 dangerous piece of machinery as fun rather than bein[...]

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    14 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs w ith the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before w orking on mach[...]

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    15 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs w ith the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before w orking on mach[...]

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    16 Section 3 – MAINTENANCE 3.2 SERVICE - AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS INTERLOCK SYSTEM SAFETY CHECKS (Cont.) ENGINE MUST NOT START IF: 1) Clutch/brake pedal is not fully depressed OR, 2) Blade Control is in the “ON” (blades engaged) position. ENGINE SHOULD START IF: 1) Blade Control is in the “OFF” (blades disengaged) position AND, 2) Clutch/brake[...]

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    17 Section 3 – MAINTENANCE WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remov e key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before w orking on ma[...]

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    18 Section 3 – MAINTENANCE WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs w ith the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before w orking on ma[...]

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    19 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs w ith the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before w orking on mach[...]

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    20 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.6 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 Engine Rider will operate properly when taken out of storage. 3.6.1. Thoroughly clean the Rear Engine Rider by removing all grass clippings and debris. 3.6.2. Perform maintena[...]

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    21 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs w ith the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key . Remove spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before w[...]

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    22 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs w ith the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before w o[...]

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    23 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs w ith the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before w o[...]

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    24 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs w ith the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before w o[...]

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    25 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs w ith the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before w o[...]

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    26 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs w ith the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before w o[...]

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    27 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs w ith the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before w o[...]

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    28 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remov e key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before w o[...]

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    29 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING The electrolyte (acid) produces a highly explosive gas. Keep all sparks, flame and fire aw ay from area when charging battery or when handling electrolyte or battery. Electroly te (acid) is a highly corrosive liquid. Wear eye protection. Wash affected areas immediately after having ey e or skin contac[...]

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    30 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.6.6. BATTERY TESTING Batter y Condition Chart State of Charge Syringe Hy drometer Di gital Voltmeter Five Ball Hy drometer 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 Two B[...]

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    31 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine Will Not 1. Fu el ta nk em pty . 1. Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel to proper level. Start Using 2. Engine needs choking. 2. Move choke control to “CHOKE” position. Recoil Starter 3. Spark plug wire disconnected. 3. Pl ace spark plug wire onto spark plug. 4. Faulty parking brake,[...]

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    32 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Rider Will Not Move 1. Drive disc worn or dama g ed. 1. Re p lace drive disc. Loss Of Traction 2. Rubber drive disc is not tracking properly on drive disc. 2. Adjust rubber drive disc. 3. Tapered axle bolt and nut missing. 3. Replace with SNAPPER tapered bolt & nut. 4. Axle bearing sei[...]

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    33 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SUBJECT SERVICE TO BE PERFORMED REFERENCE PAGES EACH USE 5 HOURS 25 HOURS 50 HOURS 100 HOURS EACH SEA SON Engine Check Oil Level Page 7 X Tires Check Pressures Page 7 X Engine Initial Oil Change Page 14 X Engine Periodic Oil Change Page 16 X* Air Pre-Cleaner Service Sponge Pre- Cleaner Element Engine Manual X** Air Cleaner R[...]

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    34 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For two (2) years from purchase date for the orig inal purchaser'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, to be defective in materi[...]

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    35 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE[...]

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    36 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE[...]

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    37 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE[...]

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    38 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE[...]

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    39 SNAPPER PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM IMPORTANT: KEEP THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR PERSONAL RECORDS (Complete the following informa tion on your Snapper purchase) Model Number _____________________________________________________________ Serial Number _____________________________________________________________ Date of Pu rchase ______________________[...]

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    40 Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for REAR ENGINE RIDING MOWER SERIES 23 IMPORTANT Snapper products are built using engines that meet or exceed all applicable emissions requirements on the date manufactured. The labels on those engines contai n very important emissions information and critical safety warnings. Read, Understand, and F[...]