Snapper 7800920-00, 7800932-00, 7800918-00 User Manual

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Operator’s Manual

Rear Engine Riding Mower

Model No.

7800918-00

7800920-00

7800921-00

7800932-00

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7105921 Rev. -

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Thank You for purchasing this quality-built Snapper product. We’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 and risks associated with the machine and how to avoid them. This machine is designed and intended only for finish cutting of established lawns and is not intended for any other purpose. It is important that you read and understand these instructions thoroughly before attempting to start or operate this equipment. Save these original instructions for future reference.

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Table of Contents

 

Operator Safety.................................................................................................

 

 

4

Features and Controls...................................................................................

 

13

Operation.........................................................................................................

 

 

14

Before Starting............................................................................................

 

 

14

How To Adjust The Operator Seat..............................................................

15

How To Start The Engine............................................................................

16

How To Engage The Mower Blade.............................................................

17

How To Engage The Transmission.............................................................

17

How To Stop The Engine, Transmission And Mower Blade.......................

18

How To Set The Parking Brake..................................................................

19

How To Adjust The Cutting Height.............................................................

19

 

Reproduction

 

Reverse Mowing Option (RMO)..................................................................

19

How To Install The Discharge Deflector.....................................................

19

How To Push The Unit By Hand.................................................................

20

Towing Implements.....................................................................................

 

20

Storage.......................................................................................................

 

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29

Maintenance....................................................................................................

 

 

21

Maintenance Chart.....................................................................................

 

21

Engine Maintenance...................................................................................

 

22

Rider Maintenance......................................................................................

 

24

Battery Service...........................................................................................

 

 

27

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Repair.........................................................................................................

 

 

30

Troubleshooting..............................................................................................

 

 

34

Warranties.......................................................................................................

 

 

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Operator Safety

Operating Safety

Operating Safety

Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is misused, or not

Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is misused, or properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember, you are responsible not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember, you are

for your safety and that of those around you.

responsible for your safety and that of those around you.

UseUsecommoncommonsense,nse,andandthinkthinkthroughthroughwhat whatyou areyoudoingare.doingIf you. areIf younot surearethatnotthesuretaskthatyouthearetaskaboutyoutoareperformaboutcantobeperformsafely candonebewithsafelythe equipmentdone withyouthehaveequipmchosen,t askyou ahaveprofessional:chosen, askcontact your local authorizedprofdealerssional:. contact your local authorized dealer.

ReadReadthe Manualthe Manual

TheTheoperator’soperator’smanualmanualcontainscontainsimportantimportantsafetysafetyinformationinformationyou needyou needto be to be awareawareofofBEFOREBEFOREyouyouoperateoperateyouryourunitunitas wellas wellas DURINGas DURINGoperationoperation. .

Safe operating techniques, an explanation of the product’s features and

Safe operating techniques, an explanation of the product’s features and controls,

ChildrenC il renReproductioRevReversenrse

controls, and mainten nce information is included to lp you get the

and maintenance information is included to help you get the most out of your

most out of your quipment investment.

 

 

equipment investment.

 

 

Be sure to completely read the Safety Rules and Information found

Be sure to completely read the Safety Rules and Information found

the fol-

on the following pages. Also completely read the Operati n section.

lowing pages. Also completely read the Operation section.

 

Not

for

 

 

 

TragicTragicaccidentsaccidentscancanoccuroccurwithwithchildrenchildren. Do. notDo allownot allowthemthemanywhere near the area of operation. Children are often attracted

anywhere near the area of operation. Children are often at- to the unit and mowing activity. Never assume that children will

tracted to the unit and mowing activity. Never assume that remain where you last saw them. If there is a risk that children children will remain where you last saw them. If there is a may enter the area where you are mowing, have another respon- risk that children may enter the area where you are mow-

sible adult watch them.

ing, have another responsible adult watch them.

DODONOTNOTGIVEGIVECHILDRENCHILDRENRIDESRIDESONONTHISTHISUNIT!UNIT!This encourThis - agesencouragesthem to comethemnearto comethe unitearin tthe unitfutureinwhilet e futureit is running,while it andis running,they couldandbethseriouslyy couldhurtbe.seriouslyThey mayhurtthen. approachThey maythethen unitapprofor achridethewhenunityouf r areridenotwhenexpectingyou areit, andotyouexpectingmay runit, overandthemyou .may run over them.

Do notnotmowmowininreversereverseunlessunlessabsolutelyab- necessary. Always look down and solutely necessary. Always look down

behind before and while traveling and behind before and while

in reverse even with the mower traveling in reverse even with blades disengaged.

the mower blades disen- gaged.

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Operator Safety

Slope Operation

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 adequateYou couldtractionbe seriouslycan causeinjuredyou toorloseevencontrolkilledorif rollyouoveruse.this unit on too

steep an incline. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep or where you

A gooddon’trulehaveof thumbadequateis totractionnot operatec n causeon anyyouslopeto loseyou cannoto tr l backor rollupover(in.

2-wheelA gooddriverulemode)of thumb. You isshouldto notnotperateoperateononanyinclinesslope youwithcannotslopebackgreaterup than(ina 32.5-wheelft (1,5drivem) risemode)over. Youa 20should.0 ft (6,0notm)operalengthe.onAlwaysinclinesdrivewithupaandslope downgreaterslopes:thannevera 3cross.5 ft (1,5them)facerise. over a 20.0 ft (6,0 m) length. Always

drive up and down slopes: never cross the face.

Also note that the surface you are driving on can greatly impact stability and

Also note that the surface you are driving on can greatly impact stability control. Wet grass or icy pavement can seriously affect your ability to control

and control. Wet grass or icy pavement can seriously affect your ability the unit.

to control the unit.

If youIf feelyou unsurefeel unsureaboutaboutoperatingoperatingthe unittheonunitanonincline,an incline,don’tdon’tdo it.doIt’sitnot. It’s worthnottheworthrisk. the risk.

Moving Parts

Moving Parts

This equipment has many moving parts that can injure you or someone else. However, if youThisarequipmentseated inhasthe manyseat properly,moving partsand followthat callntheinjurerulesyouinorthisomeonebook, thelseunit. Howis - safever,to operateif you are. seated in the seat properly, and follow all the rules in this book, the

unit is safe to operate.

The mower deck has spinning mower blades that can amputate hands and feet. Do

The mower deck has spinning mower blades that can amputate hands and feet. not allow anyone near the equipment while it is running!

Do not allow anyone near the equipment while it is running!

To Tohelphelpyou,you,thetheoperator,operator,useusethisthisequipmentequipmentsafely,safely,it isit equippedis equippedwithwithananoperatoroperator- presentpresentsafetysafetysystemsystem. Do. DoNOTNOTattemptattemptto alterto alteror bypassor bypassthethesystemsystem. See. Seeyouryourdealer immediatelyd aler immediatelyif the systemif thedoessystemnot passdoesallnotthepasssafetyall theinterlocksafetysysteminterlocktestssystemfound in thistestsmanualfound. in this manual.

Fuel and MaintenanceReproduction

 

Thrown Objects

 

Thrown Objects

This unit has spinning mower blades. These blades can pick up and throw debris

This unit has spinni g mower bla s These blades can pick up nd throw debris

that forcould seriously injure a bystander. Be sure to clean up the area to be mowed

that could seriously injure a bystander. Be sure to clean up the area to be

BEFORE you start mowing.

mowed BEFORE you start mowing.

Do not operate this unit without the entire grass catcher or discharge guard (de-

Do not operate this unit without the entire grass catcher or discharge guard (deflec-

flector) in place.

tor) in place.

Also, do not allow anyone in the area while the unit is running! If someone does

NotAlso, do not allow anyone in the area while the unit is running! If someone does enter

enter the area, shut the unit off immediately until they leave.

the area, shut the unit off immediately until they leave.

Fuel and Mai

ance

GasolineGasolineis extremelyis extr meflammabley flammable. Its. vaporsIts vapoares alsore alsoextremelyxtremelyflammableflammableandandcan travelcantotraveldistantto distantignitionignitionsourcessources. Gasoline. Gasolinemust onlymustbe onlyusedbeasuseda fuel,asnota fuel,as anotsolventasora cleanersolvent.orIt shouldcleanernever. It shouldbe storedneveranybe placestor dwhereany placeits vaporswherecanits vaporsbuild up or travelc n buildto anupignitionor travelsourceto anlikegnitiona pilotsourcelight. likeFuelabelongspi t lightin. anFuelapproved,belongs plastic,in an sealedapproved,gas can,plastic,or in sealedthe tractorgasfuelcan,tankor inwiththethetractorcapfusecurelyl tank withclosedthe. Spilledcap se-fuel needscurelyto beclosedcleaned. Spilledup immediatelyfuel needs .to be cleaned up immediately.

Proper maintenance is critical to the safety and performance of your unit. Be

Proper maintenance is critical to the safety and performance of your unit. Be sure sure to perform the maintenance procedures listed in this manual, especially pe-

to perform the maintenance procedures listed in this manual, especially periodically riodically testing the safety system.

testing the safety system.

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Operator Safety

!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 must allow only persons who understand these instructions to operate machine. Each person operating the machine must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any substance, which might impair vision, dexterity or judgment.

 

 

 

 

 

Protection Against Tip-Overs/Roll-Overs

 

 

WARNING

 

 

 

 

 

 

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

 

 

POISONOUS GAS HAZARD. Engine exhaust contains carbon

over/roll-over accidents, which can result in severe injury

 

 

 

 

monoxide, a poisonous gas that could kill you in minutes. You

or death. All slopes require extra CAUTION. If you cannot

 

 

CANNOT see it, smell it, or taste it. Even if you do not smell

back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on the slope, DO

 

 

 

 

exhaust fumes, you could still be exposed to carbon monox-

NOT mow it. Use extra care with grass catchers or other

 

 

ide gas. If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak while using this

 

 

product, shut it off and get to fresh air RIGHT AWAY. See a

attachments; these affect the handling and the stability of

 

 

doctor. You may have carbon monoxide poisoning.

the machine.

 

 

• Operate this product ONLY outside far away from windows, doors and

1. DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 10

 

vents to reduce the risk of carbon monoxide gas from accumulating and

degrees (18% grade).

 

 

potentially being drawn towards occupied spaces.

 

 

 

• Install battery-operated carbon monoxide alarms or plug-in carbon

2. Turn blades OFF when traveling uphill. Use a slow

 

monoxide alarms with battery back-up according to the manufacturer’s

speed and avoid sudden or sharp turns.

 

instructions. Smoke alarms cannot detect carbon monoxide gas.

3. DO NOT operate machine back and forth across face of

 

• DO NOT run this product inside homes, garages, basements, crawlspac-

slopes. Operate up and down. Practice on slopes with

 

es, sheds, or other partially-enclosed spaces even if using fans or open-

blades off.

 

 

ing doors and windows for ventilation. Carbon monoxide can quickly

 

 

build up in these spaces and can linger for hours, even after this

4. AVOID starting, stopping or turning on slopes. If

 

has shut off.

 

 

machine stops going uphill or tires lose traction, turn

 

• ALWAYS place this product downwind and point the engine exhaust

blades OFF and back slowly straight down the slope.

 

away from occupied spaces.

 

 

5. STAY ALERT for holes and other hidden hazards. Tall

 

 

 

 

 

grass can hide obstacles. Keep away from ditches,

 

 

 

 

 

Protection for Children

 

washouts, culverts, fences and protruding objects.

 

6. KEEP A SAFE DISTANCE (at least two mower widths)

 

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the

away from edge of ditches and other drop offs. The

 

presence of children. Children are often attracted to the

machine could turn over if an edge caves in.

 

machine and the mowing activity. Children who have been

7. Always begin forward motion slowly and with caution.

 

given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing

8. DO NOT begin forward motion while the machine is roll-

 

area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the

ing backwards. A rearward tip-over may result.

 

 

 

 

for

9. Use weights or a weighted load carrier in accordance

 

machine. Never assume that children will remain where you

 

last saw them.

 

 

with instructions supplied with a grass catcher or other

 

1. KEEP children out of the mowing area and under the

attachments. DO NOT operate machine on slopes

 

watchful care of a responsible adult other than the

exceeding 10 degrees (18% grade) when equipped with

 

operator.

 

 

grass catcher or other attachments.

 

2. DO NOT allow children in yard when machine is

10. DO NOT put your foot

the ground to try to stabilize

 

 

 

Not

 

the machine.

 

 

operated (even with the blade OFF).

 

 

 

3. DO NOT allow children or others to ride machine,

11. DO NOT operate machine on wet grass. Reduced trac-

 

attachments or towed equipment (even with the blades

could cause sliding.

 

OFF). They may fall and be seriously injured.

12. Choose a low enough speed setting so that you will not

 

4. DO NOT allow pre-teenage childrenReproductionto operate machine.

 

5. ALLOW only responsible adults & teenagers with mature

have to stop or shift

a slope. Tires may lose traction

 

on slopes even though the brakes are functioning prop-

 

judgment under close adult supervision to operate

erly.

 

 

machine.

 

 

13. DO NOT operate machine under any condition where

 

6. DO NOT operate blades in reverse unless absolutely

traction, steering or stability is doubtful.

 

necessary. STOP BLADES. LOOK and SEE behind and

14. Always keep the machine in gear when going down

 

down for children, pets and hazards before and while

slopes. DO NOT shift to neutral (or actuate hydro roll

 

backing.

 

 

release) and coast downhill.

 

7. USE EXTRA CARE when approaching blind corners,

15.Machine stability is tested in accordance with the appli-

 

shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

cable ANSI B71 standard using an operator weight of

200 lbs. To minimize the risk of a tip-over or roll-over, operators weighing more than 200 lbs. should further limit the ground speed and the degree of slope to be mowed.

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Preparation

 

7. Remove gas-powered equipment from the vehicle or

1.

Read, understand, and follow instructions and warnings

trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible,

 

in this manual and on the machine, engine and attach-

then refuel equipment using a portable container, rather

 

ments. Know the controls and the proper use of the

than a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

2.

machine before starting.

 

8. DO NOT start gas powered equipment in enclosed

Only mature, responsible persons shall operate the

vehicles or trailers.

3.

machine and only after proper instruction.

9. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or

Data indicates that operators age 60 and above, are

container opening at all times until fueling is complete.

 

involved in a large percentage of mower-related injuries.

DO NOT use a nozzle lock-open device

 

These operators should evaluate their ability to operate

10. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immedi-

 

the mower safely enough to protect themselves and oth-

ately.

4.

ers from serious injury.

 

11. Never overfill a fuel tank. Replace fuel cap and tighten

Handle fuel with extra care. Fuels are flammable and

securely.

 

vapors are explosive. Use only an approved fuel con-

Operation

 

tainer. DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with engine

 

running. Add fuel outdoors only with engine stopped and

1. Mount and dismount machine from left side. Keep clear

5.

cool. Clean spilled fuel from machine. DO NOT smoke.

of discharge opening at all times.

Practice operation of machine with BLADES OFF to

2. Start engine from operator’s seat, if possible. Make sure

6.

learn controls and develop skills.

 

blades are OFF and parking brake is set.

Check the area to be mowed and remove all objects

3. DO NOT leave machine with engine running. STOP

 

such as toys, wire, rocks, limbs and other objects that

engine, STOP blades, SET brake, and remove key

 

could cause injury if thrown by blade or interfere with

before leaving operators position of any reason.

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mowing.

 

4. DO NOT operate machine unless properly seated with

Keep people and pets out of mowing area. Immediately

feet feet rests or pedal(s).

 

STOP blades, STOP engine, and STOP machine if any-

5. STOP BLADES and ENGINE and make sure blades

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one enters the area.

 

have stopped before removing grass catcher or unclog-

Check shields, deflectors, switches, blade controls and

ging mower to prevent loss of fingers or hand.

 

other safety devices frequently for proper operation and

6. Blades must be OFF except when cutting grass. Set

9.

location.

 

blades in highest position when mowing over rough

Make sure all safety decals are clearly legible. Replace if

ground.

 

damaged.

 

7. Keep hands and feet away from rotating blades under-

10. Protect yourself when mowing and wear safety glasses,

neath deck. DO NOT place foot on ground while

 

a dust mask, hearing protection, long pants and sub-

BLADES are ON or machine is in motion.

 

stantial footwear.

 

8. DO NOT operate machine without entire grass catcher

11. Know how to STOP blades and engine quicklyforin prepa-

or guards in place and working. DO NOT point dis-

 

ration for emergencies.

 

charge at people, passing cars, windows or doors.

12. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine

9. Slow down before turning.

 

into a trailer or truck.

 

10. Watch out for traffic when near or crossing roadways.

13. Check grass catcher components frequently for signs of

11. STOP engine immediately after striking an obstruction.

 

wear or deterioration and replace as needed to prevent

Inspect machine and repair damage before resuming

 

injury from thrown objectsNotgoing through weak or worn

operation.

 

spots.

 

12. Operate machine only in daylight or with good artificial

Safe Handling of Gasoline

 

light.

 

13. Exercise CAUTION when pulling loads. Limit loads to

Reproductionthose you can safely control and attach loads to hitch

To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme

plate as specified with attachment instructions.

care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable

and the vapors are explosive.

 

14. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may

1.

Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources

cause loss of traction and loss of control. When towing,

2.

of ignition.

 

travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.

Use only an approved fuel container.

15. DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas. Engine

3.

DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine

exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, a deadly poi-

4.

running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.

son.

DO NOT refuel the machine indoors.

16. DO NOT discharge material against a wall or obstruc-

5.

DO NOT store the machine or fuel container inside

tion. Material may ricochet back towards the operator.

 

where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as

17. Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer.

6.

on a water heater or other appliances.

See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation and

DO NOT fill fuel containers inside a vehicle or on a truck

installation of accessories.

 

or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place the con-

 

 

tainers on the ground away from the vehicle before fill-

 

 

ing.

 

 

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Operator Safety

Towing

1.

Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for

6. Always provide adequate ventilation when running

 

 

towing. DO NOT attach towed equipment except at the

engine. Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an

2.

hitch point.

 

 

 

 

odorless and deadly poison.

 

Refer to “Towing Implements” in the Operation section

7. Disconnect negative (black) cable from battery before

 

regarding weight limits for towed equipment and towing

performing maintenance or service. Cranking engine

3.

on slopes.

 

 

 

 

could cause injury.

 

DO NOT allow children or others on towed equipment.

8. DO NOT work under machine without safety blocks.

4.

On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may

 

 

9. DO NOT stand unit on end.

 

 

cause loss of traction and loss of control. Use caution

10. Service engine and make adjustments only when engine

5.

while operating on slopes.

 

 

 

is stopped. Remove spark plug wire(s) from spark

 

Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.

 

 

plug(s) and secure wire(s) away from spark plug(s).

 

Maintenance

 

 

 

 

11. DO NOT change engine governor speed settings or

 

 

 

 

overspeed engine.

 

1.

DO NOT store machine or fuel container inside where

12. Lubricate machine at intervals specified in manual to

 

fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light such

prevent controls from binding.

 

 

as in a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas

13. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blades

 

appliance. Allow engine to cool before storing machine

or wear heavy leather gloves and use CAUTION when

 

in an enclosure. Store fuel container out of the reach of

handling them.

 

 

2.

children in a well ventilated, unoccupied building.

 

 

14. DO NOT test for spark by grounding spark plug next

Keep engine and machine free of grass, leaves or

 

 

to spark plug hole; spark plug could ignite gas exiting

 

excess grease to reduce fire hazard and engine over-

engine.

 

 

in Section 4442, maintained in effectiveReproductionworking order.

 

3.

heating.

 

 

 

 

15. Have machine serviced by an authorized dealer at least

When draining fuel tank, drain fuel into an approved con-

once a year and have the dealer install any new safety

4.

tainer outdoors and away from open flame.

 

 

devices.

 

 

Check brakes frequently; adjust, repair or replace as

16. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as nec-

5.

needed.

 

 

 

 

essary.

 

 

Keep all bolts, nuts and screws properly tight. Check

17. Use only factory authorized replacement parts or equiv-

 

that all cotter pins are in proper position.

for

alent when making repairs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

!

WARNING

 

!

 

!

WARNING

!

It is a violation of California PublicNotResource Code, Section

 

Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain

4442, to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered,

 

lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of

brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the exhaust

 

California to cause cancer and birth defects or other repro-

system is equipped with a spark arrester, as defined

 

 

ductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Other states or federal jurisdictions may have similar laws.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Contact the original equipment manufacturer, retailer, or

 

 

 

 

dealer to obtain a spark arrester designed for the exhaust

 

 

 

 

!

WARNING

!

system installed on this engine.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the

 

 

 

 

 

 

State of California to cause cancer or other reproductive

 

 

 

 

 

 

harm.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Operator Safety

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFEOPERATION

 

 

FOLD

 

 

 

 

 

 

THIS

ALONG

 

 

 

 

 

 

DOTTED

 

 

 

IS

 

 

LINE

 

 

 

A

 

 

 

 

 

10

 

 

E

 

 

 

 

DEGREE

 

 

 

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SLOPE

 

 

ONLYRIDEUPUPANDANDDOWNHILL,

 

 

NOTACROSSSHILLL

 

 

 

 

 

for

 

 

 

10 DEGREES MAX.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Not

 

WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your unit up and

 

WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your unit up and

 

 

eproduction

 

down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not oper-

 

down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not operate

 

ate on slopes greater than 10 degrees. Make turns gradually

10 degreesthan. Make turnsongraduallyslopes greaterto

 

 

 

 

 

 

to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution

 

prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution

Braking may be affected by

when

 

 

on

 

.Braking may be affected by

when changing direction on slopes.

 

 

attachments..Reduce speed on slopes..

 

1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.

 

1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.

2.

Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or

2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree other upright structure.

trunk or other upright structure.

3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure.

3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure.

4. Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill.

4. Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill.

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Safety and Instructional Decals

All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and instructional messages on your rider 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 below are on your rider and mower.

If any of these decals are lost or damaged, replace them at once. See an authorized 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.

Cutting Height

DANGER

 

Not

Amputation and thrown objects hazard

Keep hands and feet

 

away from deck.

 

Do not operate mower

 

unless discharge chute

 

or entire grass catcher

 

is in its proper place.

7101665

Warning - Deflector

(2 - one on each side of deck)

Engine Speed

Weight Limitation

Brake/Blade,

Warning/Danger

Forward

Speed

Reverse

Speed

Warning -

Fire Hazard

Transmission

Release

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Operator Safety

Explanation of Safety Decals

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E

 

B

DANGER

Amputation and thrown objects hazard

Keep hands and feet away from deck.

Do not operate mower

unless discharge chute or entire grass catcher is in its proper place.

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F

 

 

 

 

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A. Read the operator’s manual before using the

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E. Keep hands and feet away / Do not operate without

B. Do not mow when others are in the area, especially

 

discharge chute or grass catcher in place.

 

F. Use extreme caution when refueling.

children.

 

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C. Use extreme caution when operating

 

 

slopes.

 

 

D. Do not operate near walls and other drop-offs.

 

 

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Explanation of Instructional Decals

 

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B

 

C

A.Clutch/Brake. Shows operation of clutch (manual drive models) and brake. Refer to Operation section.

B.Blade Engage. Shows operation of blade engage lever. Refer to Operation section.

C. Engine Speed Control. Shows operation of engine speed control and choke control (on applicable models). Refer to Operation section.

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D. Cutting Height. Shows position of cutting height adjust

E. Forward Speed. Shows forward speed operation (manual

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lever. Refer to Operation section.

 

drive models). Refer to Operation section.

 

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F. Reverse Speed. Shows reverse speed operation (manual

G. Transmission Release. Shows operation of transmission

drive models). Refer to Operation section.

 

release lever (hydro drive models). Refer to Operation sec-

Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.

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H. Weight Limitation. Notes limits of weight when towing implements. Refer to Operation section.

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