Snapper 1300 User Manual

AGCO

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PERATOR

16 HP Hydro

Mfg. No. 1692375

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42” Mower Deck

Mfg. No. 1691662 Mfg. No. 1691663

ANUAL

48” Mower Deck

500 N. Spring Street, P.O. Box 997
Port Washington,

WI 53074.0997

17143w01

Printed In USA

01995 Revised

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ANUAL

16 HP Hydro

Mfg. No.

1692375

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42” Mower Deck

Mfg. No. 1691662 Mfg. No. 1691663

ERIES

48” Mower Deck

500 N. Spring Street, P.O. Box 997

Port Washington, WI

53074.0997

1714295-01

Printed In USA

01995 Revised

2195

Table Of Contents

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RIDER

SAFETY RULES.

DECALS..

FEATURES

Controls

Engine
Safety Interlock System

OPERATION

General.. ..............................................................................

Mower Installation.. .............................................................

Mower Removal

Operating The Mower.. .......................................................

Checks Before Starting.......................................................

Clutch/Brake Pedal
Starting The Engine
Selecting Ground Speed
Stopping The Rider

Pushing the Rider by

MOWING

MOWER

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PATTERN

IDENTIFICATION..

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CONTROLS..

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Operation

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Hand ................................................

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Engine Speed

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TROUBLESHOOTING & REPAIR

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General..

Troubleshooting The Rider.. ..............................................

Troubleshooting The

Checking the Battery

Charging A Completely

Jump Starting with

Auxiliary (Booster) Battery..

ADJUSTMENTS .........................................................

Seat Adjustment ................................................................

Neutral Adjustment..
Clutch/Brake Adjustment

PTO (Electric Clutch) Adjustment.. ....................................

Mower Adjustments...........................................................

BELT REPLACEMENT.. .............................................

Mower Belt.. .......................................................................

Power Unit Belt.. .................................................................

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Discharged Battery.

Leveling the Mower ........................................................

Blade Brake Check..

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Mower.. .............................................

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NORMAL CARE

Schedule .............................................................................

Checking/Adding Gasoline ................................................

Checking Tire Pressure

Lubrication ..........................................................................

Battery Maintenance

Checking Battery Fluid.....................................................

Cleaning the Battery and Cables
Check Transmission Fluid Level
Servicing the Mower

STORAGE

Temporary Storage.............................................................

Long Term Storage .............................................................

Starting After Storage..

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Blades..

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SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................

PARTS&ACCESSORIES .........................................

Common Replacement Parts. .............................................

Maintenance Items ............................................................

Optional Accessories.

Technical Literature ............................................................

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INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS ....................................

NOTE: In this manual, “left” and “right” are referred to as seen
fmm the operating position.

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Tractor & Mower Identification

Record your model number, manufacturer number and
engine serial number in the space provided for easy ref­erence.

The models and manufacturer numbers covered in this
manual are listed on the front cover.

The tractor I.D. tag is located on the right-side, below the
fuel tank, as shown below. The mower deck I.D. tag is on
the left side, top of the mower deck.

Refer to the engine Owner’s Manual for location of

engine serial number.

Be sure to fill out and return the Warranty Registration

Card supplied with your tractor.

Model Number:

Manufacturer Number:

Engine I.D. Number:

Dealer Name/Date Purchased:

MODEL REFERENCE

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Safety Rules

Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of
rider, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment.

k is caoable of

signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.

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hands and feet and throwina obiects. The triangle

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Ihis

in text

GENERAL OPERATION

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Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the

manual and on the unit before starting.

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Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with

the instructions, to operate the unit.

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Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire,

etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the
blade(s).

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Be sure the area is clear of other people before mow-

ing. Stop unit if anyone enters the area.

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Never carry passengers.

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Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.

Always look down and behind before and while trav-

elling

in reverse.

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Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do

not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher or the deflector

in place.

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Slow down before turning.

. Never leave a running unit unattended. Always

disengage the PTO, set parking brake, stop engine,
and remove keys before dismounting.

. Turn off the PTO switch to disengage the blades

when not mowing.

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Stop engine before removing grass catcher or

unclogging chute.

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Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

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Do not operate the unit while under the influence of

alcohol or drugs.

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Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing

roadways.

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Use extra care when loading or unloading the unit

into a trailer or truck.

SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and

tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or

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death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot
back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

Do

Do Not

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WARNING - SLOPE OPERATION
Never operate on slopes greater than 30 percent
(16.7’) which is a rise of three feet vertically in 10 feet
horizontally. Select slow ground speed before driving

onto slope. Use extra caution when operating on
slo es with rear-mounted grass catcher. Mow UP and

D&N

the slope never across the face use caution
when changing directions and DO NOT START OR
STOP ON SLOPE.

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Mow up and down slopes, not across.

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Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

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Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could

overturn the unit. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

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Use slow speed.

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Use extra care with grass catchers or other attach-

ments. These can change the stability of the unit.

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Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual.

Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.

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Do not start or stop on a slope. If tires lose traction,

disengage the blade(s) and proceed slowly straight
down the slope.

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Do notturn on slopes unless necessary, and then,

turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

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Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embank­ments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a
wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge
caves in.

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Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could

cause sliding.

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Do nottry to stabilize the unit by putting your foot on

the ground.

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Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

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 chil-

dren will remain where you last saw them.

l Keep children out of the mowing area and under the

watchful care of another responsible adult.

l Be alert and turn unit off if children enter the area.
l Before and when backing, look behind and down for

small children.

l Never carry children. They may fall off and be seri-

ously injured or interfere with safe unit operation.

l Never allow children to operate the unit.
l Use extra care when approaching blind comers, shrubs,

trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

l Always observe safe refueling and fuel handling prac-

tices when refueling the tractor after transportation or

storage.

l Always follow the engine manual instructions for

storage preparations before storing the tractor for
both short and long term periods.

l Always follow the engine manual instructions for

proper start-up procedures when returning the unit to
service.

l Never store the unit or fuel container inside where

there is an open flame or pilot light, such as in a

water heater. Allow unit to cool before storing.

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

. Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels.

They are flammable and vapors are explosive.

a) Use only an approved container.

b) Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine

running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do
not smoke.

c)

Never refuel the unit indoors.

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Never run a unit inside an enclosed area.

l Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment

bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.

. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper

operation regularly.

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Keep unit free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-

up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage.

. Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an

object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

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Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine

running unless spedified otherwise in the engine
manufacturer’s manual.

l Grass catcher components are subject to wear, dam-

age, and deterioration, which could expose moving
parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check
components and replace with manufacturer’s

racom-

mended parts, when necessary.

. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the

blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when

servicing them.

l Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service

as required.

l Use only factory authorized replacement parts when

making repairs.

l Always comply with factory specifications on all

settings and adjustments.

l Only authorized service locations should be utilized

for major service and repair requirements.

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Never attempt to make major repairs on this unit

unless you have been properly trained. Improper ser­vice procedures can result in hazardous operation,
equipment damage and voiding of manufacturer’s
warranty.

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Safety Decals

This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro­vide 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 equipment safely and effec-

tively, we have placed several safety labels on the unit to

remind you of this important information while you are

operating your tractor.
All WARNING, CAUTION and instructional messages on

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MOWER LIFT

A WARNING

lAVOl0 SERIOUS lNJURY OR OEATl

IGNITION SWITCH-

your tractor and mower should be carefully read and
obeyed. Personal bodily injury can result when these

instructions are not followed. The information is for your

safety and it is important! The safety decals shown below
are on your tractor and mower.

If any of these decals are lost or damaged, replace them

at once. See your local dealer for replacements.
These labels are easily applied and will act as a constant

visual reminder to you, and others who may use the

equipment, to follow the safety instructions necessary for
safe, effective operation.

OFF

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DO NOT OPERATE MOWER

WITHOUT DEFLECTOR

OR ENTIRE GRASS

Decal - Operating Information

Part No. 1708280

(AW~RNING

Decal

- Slope Operation

Part No. 1768280

Decal
Part No. 1704277

DO NOT PUT HANDS

OR

MOWER DECK WHILE

- Danger

FEET UNDER

BLADE IS ROTATING.

Decal - Danger
Part No. 1704276

CONTROLS

REF NAME

A Engine Speed Control Lever

B

Headlight Switch

C

Traction/Mower Transport Lever

D

G

Ground Speed Control Lever Controls ground speed and forward reverse motion. Push forward to go forward,

E

PTO (Electric Clutch) Switch Controls PTO for mowing. Pull up and push forward to engage mower. pull

F

Oil Pressure Light (Red)

Mower Height Adjustment Lever Controls height of mower cut. Seven cutting height positions from 1 -I/4” to 4”.

FUNCTION
Controls engine speed.
Push forward to turn headlight on, pull back to turn headlight off.
Raises

onto front drive wheels for additional traction.

pull back to go in reverse. Ground speed is controlled by how far lever is in

forward or reverse gate.

backwards to
Indicates low oil pressure when engine is running. Lights up with ignition key

turned on and should go out immediately after engine starts.

Place in forward slot for lowest cut.

mcwer

for transport. Pull back slightly to transfer weight of mower deck

disenage.

Activates PTO light

(K)

Figure 2. Controls

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ENGINE

Featms & Controls

Figure 2.16 HP Engine Compartment

Features & Controls

SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM

Your rider is equipped with a seat switch safely system
that will automatically shut the engine off when the oper-

ator leaves the seat with the transmission control lever in
gear or PTO engaged. Once the engine has stopped, the
electric PTO switch must be turned off (after operator
returns to the seat) in order to start the engine.

Check operation of dash safely lights. With operator in
seat and ignition switch turned to ON (engine not run­ning):

A. Neutral Indicator Light (J, figure 1) should go on with

transmission lever in neutral gate and should go out
when lever is moved to either the forward or reverse
gate.

B. PTO Light (K, figure 1) should go on and off with

operation of PTO switch.

C. Oil Pressure Light (F, figure 1) should be on and

should go out immediately after engine

Check the seat switch (A, figure 3) every fall and spring

with the following four tests:

Test 1 - Engine should NOT crank if:

A. seat is not occupied or

B. transmission lever out of neutral or

C. PTO switch engaged.

Test 2 - Engine should crank if:

A. seat is occupied and
B. transmission lever is in neutral and

C. PTO switch is disengaged.

Test 3 - Engine should shut off if:

A. operator rises off seat with transmission lever in

gear or

starts.

Figure 3. Seat Switch

A. Switch 8. Wiring Harness

B. operator rises off seat with PTO engaged.

NOTE: If operator returns to seat before engine stops,
the engine

will

re-start and electric PTO clutch

will

re-

engage.

Test 4 - PTO will disengage if:

A. operator rises off seat with engine running.

NOTE; If operator returns to seat before engine stops,
the engine
re-engage.

If the tractor does not pass the test, do not oper-

circumstance should you attempt to defeat the

will

resume speed and electric PTO clutch

will