Snapper LT180H48DBV2, LT160H42DBV2, LT160H42DBV Owner’s Manual

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Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for

LAWN TRA CTORS

ELECTRIC CLUTCH

SERIES D

MODELS

LT160H42DBV L T160H42DB V2

L T180H48DB V2

MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION

l LT I 160I I

oo ,o T,ON--JI

ENGINE HP DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE CUTTING WIDTH

LT- ModelDesiqnation I 160- 16.0HP(EngineHorsePower)

180 - 18.0 HP (Engine Horse Power)

H - Hydrostatic Transmission Drive System 42 - 42" Cutting Width Mower Deck

48 -48" Cutting Width Mower Deck

Thank you for buying a SNAPPER product! Before operating the Lawn Tractor, read and follow the

"IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" on pages 2 & 3, all other instructions contained in this manual and the

accompanying booklet "About Power Mower Safety". Lawn mowers and all power equipment can be potentially dangerous if used improperly. REMEMBER: SAFETY REQUIRES CAREFULL USE IN ACCORDANCE

WITH INSTRUCTIONS AND COMMON SENSE !

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ENGINE OPTIONS

ENGINE TYPE

ENGINE MODEL

SERIES DESIGNATION

D - Series Desicjnation

B - Briggs & Stratton Enqine V - Over Head Valve Type Engine 2 - Twin Cylinder Engine

MANUAL No. 3.5624 (REV. 1, 6/98)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: This powerful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can cause injury and damagel 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. If you have any questions pertaining to your machine which your dealer cannot answer to your satisfaction, call or write the Customer Service Department at SNAPPER, McDonough, Georgia 30253. Phone: (1-800-935-2967).

PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert

to the presence of children. Children are often

attracted to the machine 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 a responsible adult.

2. DO NOT allow children in yard when machine is operated (even with the blade OFF).

3. DO NOT allow children or other passengers to ride on machine or on attachments (even with the blade OFF). They may fall and be seriously

injured.

4. DO NOT allow pre-teenage children to operate

machine.

5. ALLOW only responsible adults & teenagers with

mature judgment under close adult supervision to

operate machine.

6. BE SURE the area is clear of others before

mowing and turn machine OFF if anyone enters the area.

7. DO NOT mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. LOOK BEHIND and down for small

children before and when backing.

8. USE EXTRA CARE when approaching blind

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

PROTECTION AGAINST TIPOVERS

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe

injury or death. All slopes require extra CAUTION. If

you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on

it, DO NOT mow it. Use extra care with grass catchers

or other attachments; these can change the stability of the machine.

1. DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 15 degrees (27% grade).

2. Exercise EXTREME CAUTION on slopes above 10 degrees (18% grade). Turn blade OFF when traveling uphill. Use first speed and avoid sudden or sharp turns.

3. DO NOT mow back and forth across face of slopes. Mow up and down.

PROTECTION AGAINST TIPOVERS (Continued From Previous Column)

4. AVOID uphill starts. If machine stops going uphill or tires lose traction, turn blade OFF and back slowly down the slope.

5. STAY ALERT for holes and other hidden hazards. Tall grass can hide obstacles. Keep away from

ditches, washouts, culverts, fences and protruding objects.

6. KEEP A SAFE DISTANCE (at least 3 feet) away

from edge of ditches and other drop offs. The mower could turn over if an edge caves in.

7. Always begin forward motion in the #1 speed

position.

8. Use weights or a weighted load carrier in accordance with instructions with a grass catcher on slopes above 10 degrees (18% grade).

9. DO NOT put your foot on the ground to try to stabilize the machine.

10. DO NOT mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding.

11. DO NOT mow under any condition where traction, steering or stability is doubtful without first test driving over the terrain with blade OFF.

PREPARATION

1. Read this manual, get to know where all controls

are located and practice how to use them before

starting for the first time, and at the beginning of

each season. Read and follow Warnings and

Instructions on engine and machine. Read and

follow operator's manual and instructions furnished with attachments.

2. Only mature, responsible persons shall operate the machine and only after proper instruction.

3. Handle fuel with extra care. Fuels are flammable and vapors are explosive. Use only an approved

fuel container. Never remove fuel cap or add fuel

with engine running. Add fuel outdoors only with engine stopped and cool. Clean spilled fuel from

machine. DO NOT smoke.

4. Practice operation of machine with BLADE OFF to learn controls and develop skills.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

PREPARATION

(Continued From Previous Page)

5. Check the area to be mowed and remove all objects such as toys, wire, rocks, limbs and other

objects that could cause injury if thrown by blade or interfere with mowing.

6. Keep people and pets a safe distance from machine.

7. Check shields, deflectors, switches, blade controls and other safety devices frequently for proper operation and location.

8. Make sure all safety decals are clearly legible. Replace if damaged.

9. Protect yourself when mowing and wear safety glasses, long pants and substantial footwear.

10. Know how to STOP blade and engine quickly in preparation for emergencies.

1t. Use extra care when loading or unloading the

machine into a trailer or truck.

12. Check grass catcher components frequently for signs of wear or deterioration and replace as needed to prevent injury from thrown objects

going through weak or worn spots.

OPERATION

1. Mount and dismount machine from left side.

2. Start engine from operator's seat, if possible.

Make sure blade is OFF and parking brake is set.

3. STOP blade, STOP engine, set parking brake and

remove key when leaving machine.

4. DO NOT operate machine unless properly seated

with feet on feet rests or pedal(s).

5. STOP BLADE and ENGINE and make sure blade

has stopped before removing grass catcher or

unclogging mower to prevent loss of fingers or hand.

6. Blade must be OFF except when cutting grass.

Set blade in highest position when mowing over rough ground.

7. Keep hands and feet away from rotating blade

underneath deck. NEVER place foot on ground while BLADE is ON or machine is in motion.

8. Deflector or entire grass catcher must be in place.

NEVER point discharge at people, passing cars, windows or doors.

9. Slow down before turning.

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

11. STOP engine immediately after striking an obstruction. Inspect machine and repair damage

before resuming operation.

12. Mow only in daylight or with good artificial light.

13. Move joystick (if equipped) SLOWLY to maintain control during speed and directional changes.

14. Exercise CAUTION when pulling loads. Limit

loads to those you can safely control and attach

loads to hitch plate as specified with SNAPPER attachment instructions.

MAINTENANCE

1. Never store machine or fuel container inside where fumes may reach an open flame, spark or

pilot light such as in a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliance. Allow engine to cool before storing machine in an

enclosure. Store fuel container out of the reach of children in a well ventilated, unoccupied building.

2. Keep engine free of grass, leaves or excess

grease to reduce fire hazard and engine overheating.

3. When draining fuel tank, drain fuel into an

approved container outdoors and away from open flame.

4. Check brakes frequently; adjust, repair or replace

as needed.

5. Keep all bolts, nuts and screws properly tight. Check that all cotter pins are in proper position.

6. Always provide adequate ventilation when running engine indoors. Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly poison.

7. Disconnect negative (black) cable from battery before performing maintenance or service. Cranking engine could cause injury.

8. Never work under machine without safety blocks.

9. Service engine and make adjustments only when engine is stopped. Remove spark plug wire(s) from spark plug(s) and secure wire(s) away from spark plug(s).

10. DO NOT change engine governor speed settings or overspeed engine.

11. Lubricate machine at intervals specified in manual to prevent controls from binding.

12. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blades or wear heavy leather gloves and use CAUTION when handling them.

13. NEVER test for spark by grounding spark plug

next to spark plug hole; spark plug could ignite

gas exiting engine.

14. Have machine serviced by an authorized SNAPPER dealer at least once a year and have the

dealer install any new safety devices.

15. Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts to assure that original standards are maintained.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............ 2-3

TABLE of CONTENTS ......................................... 4

FAMILIARIZATION ............................................. 5-6

Serial & Model Number Location ....................... 5

Controls .............................................................. 5

Components ...................................................... 6

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ........................ 7-11

Pre-start Checklist ............................................. 7

Adjusting Operator's Seat .................................. 7

Starting & Stopping Engine .............................. 7-8

Starting & Stopping Wheel Drive ........................ 9

Setting & Releasing Parking Brake ..................... 9

Starting & Stopping Mower Blades ...................... 9

Adjusting Cutting Height ................................... 10

Tips on Mowing ................................................. 10

Raising Chute Deflector .................................... 10

Rolling Tractor With Engine Off ........................ 11

ACCESSORIES .................................................. 11

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ....................... 12-13

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ................. 14-29

Service Schedule ......................................... 14

Maintenance Parts ....................................... 14

Hydrostatic Transmission Oil .................... 15

To Check Oil Level ........................................ 15

Changing Engine Oil ................................... 16

Lubrication (Tractor) .............................. 16-17

Front Wheel Bearings .................................... 16

Axle Spindles ................................................. 16

Steering Shaft ................................................. 16

Clutch/Brake Pivot ......................................... 17

Steering Sector Gear ..................................... 17

Steering Drag Link......................................... 17

Steering Tie Rod............................................ 17

Park Brake Latch ........................................... 17

Deck Lift Mechanism ..................................... 17

Mower Deck Spindles ..................................... 17

Engine Service ............................................. 18

Engine Air Pre-Cleaner .................................. 18

Engine Air Cleaner ........................................ 18

Spark Plug ..................................................... 18

Fuel Filter ...................................................... 18

Engine Cooling System ................................. 18

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS (Continued)

Battery Service .................................................. 19

Battery Electrolyte Check .............................. 19

Battery Removal ............................................ 19

Battery Charging............................................ 19

Activating New Battery .................................. 19

Mower Deck Removal/Reinstallation .......... 20-21

Standard Mower Blade Service .............. ..... 21-22

Standard Blade Wear Limits ..................... 21

Blade Removal/Replacement ........................ 21

42" Mower Blade............................................ 21

Sharpening Standard Blade(s) ............ :.. 21 & 22

Ninja Mower Blade Service .................................. 22

Ninja Blade Wear Limits ............................ 22

Ninja Blade Sharpening ............................. 22

Belt Service .................................................. 23-24

Mower Drive Belt Removal/Replacement 23

42 _Deck Drive Belt ...................................... 23

Traction Drive Belt Service .......................... 24

Traction Drive Belt Removal ..................... 24

Traction Drive Belt Replacement .............. 24

Traction Drive Belt Adjustment ................. 25

Deck Level Adjustment ................................ 25-27

Tires & Pressure ............................................ 25

Side to Side Level .................................... 25-26

Front to Rear Level ........................................ 27

Sector Plates ............................................ 27

Front Lift Cable ......................................... 27

Shifter Adjustment ............................................ 28

Steering Adjustment ......................................... 28

Wheel Brake Adjustment .................................. 29

Blade Brake Note .............................................. 29

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ................................. 30-31

20 Amp Fuse Protection ................................ 30

DIAGRAMS, Single Cylinder Models ............. 30

DIAGRAMS, Twin Cylinder Models ................ 31

WARRANTY ....................................................... 32

PRIMARY MAINTENANCE ............................ 33-36

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FAMILIARIZATION

The Serial and Model numbers of your SNAPPER Series D Lawn Tractor are located on the rear face

of the tractor frame as shown in Figure 1. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. The

numbers should be mentioned in all contacts

regarding service or when ordering replacements or

accessories for your tractor.

MODEL NUMBER

SERIAL NUMBER

i oFTRACTORISERIAL & MODEL NUMBER LOCATION

SER XXXXXXXX MODXXXXXXXXXXX

KW X=XX KG XXX

Hp--x.X ,-s xxx

RPM XXXX

% , ,

DATE OF PURCHASE

BAR CODE AREA 11

CONTROLS FIGURE t

All operators must become acquainted with the operator's controls before attempting start-up or operation of the Lawn Tractor. See Figures 2 and 3.

_: STEERING WHEEL & OPERATOR'S SEAT NOT SHOWN IN THIS VIEW.

ENGINE

CLUTCH/BRAKE SPEED

ON-OFF

(PTO) SWITCH

LEFT SIDE

ROLL RELEASE

LEVER

PARKING CHOKE CONTROL BRAKE LOCATION (ON PEDAL

LTI60H42DBV2)

RIGHT

SIDE

GROUND SPEED

CONTROL LEVER

HEADUGHT

SWITCH

IGNITION MOWERDECK SWITCH UFT LEVER

FIGURE 2 (TOP VIEW OF TRACTOR)

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FAMILIARIZATION

COMPONENTS

Figures 2 and 3 show the location of essential components of the SNAPPER Series D Lawn Tractors. It is

recommended that all operators of this equipment become thoroughly familiar with the components and their operation BEFORE OPERATING. Specific details involving the engine are found in the separate Engine Owner's Manual. Study the Important Safety Instructions in this Operator's Manual and the Engine Owner's

Manual before operating this machine. Keep these manuals available for future reference.

CONTROL

s_imt_ ON - OFF

WHEEL 8WITCH

PANEL HEADLIGHTs

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

REARTIRES (10psiPressure)

OPERATOR'8 8EAT

\ /

8TEERING WHEEL

DASHBOARD

CONTROLS

_.FUEL TANK

/ _JlUndw Hood)

ENGINE8PEED

CONTROL

(Model LTI60H4ZDBV

IGNITION KEY 8WITCH

CHUTE DEFLECTOR (42" Cutting Deck)

42' MOWING DECK

ENGINE (Single

Cylinder Model

(12 psi Pressure)

FIGURE 3

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

PRE-START CHECKLIST

Make the following checks and perform service

as required before each start.up.

Check tires and add air as needed to bring pressure to

12 psi in front tires and 10 psi in rear tires.

Check guards, deflectors and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tightened. If guards are

missing or damaged, replace before operating mower.

Check operator's seat readjust as needed following

instructions in the next column on this page.

Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck, engine and

tractor from any accumulation of grass clippings and debris. Keep engine air intake screens and cooling fins

clean at all times.

Raise Hood by lifting lower rear edges until spring latch releases then tilt hood forward.

Check engine oil. Add oil as needed to bring up to, but not over, the full mark. Refer to the Engine Owner's

Manual for oil specifications.

ADJUSTING OPERATOR'S SEAT

With engine "OFF", raise operator's seat and loosen the two adjusting knobs on the seat support. See Figure 5.

LOOSENADJUSTING KNOBSTOADJUST /

SEAT

FIGURE 5

With engine "OFF", move the tractor outside, raise hood and add fuel to the fuel tank. Securely tighten fuel cap after refueling. See figure 4. Refer to Engine

Owner's Manual for fuel specifications. Lower hood.

TIGHTEN CAP AFTER FILLING

TANK

FUEL

Lower the seat.

Sit in the operator's seat and slide the seat forward or backward until the clutch/brake pedal can be fully depressed comfortably.

Raise seat and tighten the adjusting knobs to secure seat in position.

STARTING & STOPPING ENGINE

STARTER INTERLOCK NOTE:

Engine will not start if :

1. BLADE (PTO) SWITCH is in ON position.

2. PARK BRAKE NOT set or CLUTCH/BRAKE pedal

is NOT fully depressed.

OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL NOTE:

FIGURE 4

Engine will shut down if operator leaves the seat without :

1. Pushing the BLADE (PTO) SWITCH "IN" to the

OFF position.

2. Setting the PARK BRAKE LEVER.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

DO NOT continue to operate your tractor if the

interlocks controlling any of the above functions

fail. Contact an authorized SNAPPER dealer to have

the interlock system repaired.

3. Shift Speed Control Lever to "N" Neutral.

4. Choke engine for cold starting by moving engine

speed control up to "CHOKE" position, or by pulling choke knob out on twin cylinder models. Little or no choking will be needed when restarting a warm en- gine. See Figure 8.

5. Insert Key in Ignition Switch.

STARTING/STOPPING ENGINE

After being seated on Tractor, look around before

starting to make sure that the area you are going to

mow is clear of people, children, and pets. Take NOTE

of and be prepared to avoid all stationary obstacles!

1. Push Blade (PTO) Switch down to the OFF posi- tion. See Figure 6.

BLADE (PTO) SWITCH SHOWN

iN OFF POSmON-- _--

CONTROL

STEERING ON - OFF

WHEEL 8WITCH

PANEL HEADUGHTS

ON - OFF

ENGINE 8PEED CONTROL

IGNmONKEY

_WrCH

FIGURE 8

6. Turn key to START position to crank engine and hold until engine starts (see "LIMIT CRANKING TIME" note), then release key. Key will return to RUN position and stay there until moved to OFF.

FIGURE 6

2. Push Clutch/Brake Pedal ALL the way down! The

engine cannot be started if this is NOT done. See Figure 7.

CLUTCHIBRAKE PEDAL (MUST BE ALL THE WA Y DOWN TO

FIGURE 7

NOTE: LIMIT CRANKING TIME: DO NOT crank engine

for more than five seconds at a time to prevent the

electric starter from overheating and/or running down the battery. If the engine does not start after being

cranked 5 seconds, locate and correct the cause of the starting problem.

7. After engine starts, release key, move the engine

speed control out of "CHOKE" to the "FAST" posi- tion or, on twin cylinder models, push choke knob in, then allow engine to warm up before proceeding. See

Figure 8.

8. STOP ENGINE by moving ignition key to STOP position.

Before leaving machine, STOP ENGINE. Stop blades. Shift to neutral. Engage park brake. Remove

WARNING

key. DO NOT park on slopes.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

STARTING & STOPPING WHEEL DRIVE

STARTING WHEEL DRIVE

1. Shift Speed Control Lever to neutral.

2. Start engine.

3. Release Brake Pedal.

4. Slowly shift the Speed Control Lever forward for forward motion or to the rear for reverse motion.

See Figure 9.

IMPORTANT: This tractor is equipped with a hydrostatic transmission. The transmission SPEED CONTROL LEVER, allows you to select the direction of motion

(FORWARD or REVERSE) and the speed of motion. The CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL does not have to be

depressed when shifting the SPEED CONTROL LEVER. Use caution and move lever slowly when shifting

SPEED CONTROL LEVER.

SPEED CONTROL HANDLE

REVERSE

SETTING & RELEASING PARK BRAKE

SETTING PARK BRAKE

1. Fully depress Clutch/Brake Pedal with your foot.

2. Pull the Park Brake Lever as shown in Figure 10

up into the slot to set Park Brake. See inset in Figure 10.

3. Remove your foot from the Clutch/Brake Pedal.

RELEASING PARK BRAKE

Fully depress the Clutch/Brake Pedal. The Park

Brake will release automatically.

IDo_o N WARNING

OT park the machine on slopes.

STARTING & STOPPING BLADES

1. Start the engine.

2. Pull the BLADE (PTO) Switch "OUT" to the ON

positionto start the BLADES. See Figure 11.

3. Push the BLADE (PTO) Switch "IN" to the OFF

positionto stop the BLADES. See Figure 11.

IIUIJ. 81.AI0mfl=qro_II1MTCX

FORWARD SPEED RANGE

FIGURE 9

STOPPING WHEEL DRIVE

Fully depress Clutch/Brake Pedal to stop wheel drive. See Figure 10.

NOTE: When the tractor is moving forward and the

Clutch/Brake Pedal is pushed all the way down, the Speed Control Handle will automatically return to

approximately 1/3 of full forward speed. Move handle

to desired position after releasing Brake Pedal.

O)PUSXPm_U.

_j.Txe _y oowN

(2) MOVE PARK BRAKE

PARK BRAKE

I SLOT

FIGURE 10

FIGURE 11

WARNING

Pushing Blade Switch in to the OFF position should cause blades to come to a complete STOP in 5 seconds or less. DO NOT operate machine if blades continue to rotate longer than 5 seconds. Contact your authorized SNAPPER dealer for inspection and repair.

i PULL (PTO) SWITCH "OUT" TO TURN CUTTING BLADES ON I

I PUSH (PTO) SWITCH "IN" TO TURN THE BLADES OFF I

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OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT

1. Depress the lock button on Deck Lift Lever shown in Figure 12 and pull lever backward to go to higher

cutting height or push lever forward to go to lower cutting height. Release button to lock at new setting.

2. The six cutting height positions provide a range of from 1-1/4" in low setting up to 3-3/4" in highest,

DEPRESSLOC_ BUTTON

UFT LEVER

HIGHEST,_

CUT

_J_ LOWEST

(6 PosmoNs -

1.114" to 3.314")

CUT

RAISING CHUTE DEFLECTOR

(For Clearance Through Gates or For Transporting Tractor).

1. Remove wing-nuts and flat washers (if used)

securing the Chute Deflector to the deck. See Figure 13.

2. Raise Chute Deflector and re-install flat washers

and wing-nuts onto deck studs to prevent loss.

3. Transport the tractor to the desired location,

4. Be sure to return the Chute Deflector to the down position and secure it to the deck before mowing.

__WING.NUTS

FIGURE 12

TIPS ON MOWING

FOR BEST RESULTS, USE THE FOLLOWING TIPS

WHEN MOWING:

When mowing, cut only 113 off of grass height. Cutting grass deeper could be harmful to your

lawn.

If cutting extremely tall grass, make one cutting

with the deck in its highest cutting position, then

lower the deck to desired position and make a second cut.

Mow when lawn is dry for best cutting. Mow often. Shorter grass clippings decompose

more quickly. Keep mower blades sharp. A dull blade tears and

shreds grass instead of cutting. Refer to "MOWER

BLADE SERVICE" in the Maintenance Section.

Alternate the mowing pattern every other time to reduce the possibility of grass matting.

CHUTE DEFLECTOR

(42" Cutting Deck)

FIGURE 13

A WARNING A I

Never attempt to operate mower without chute I deflector secured in the down position! I

Mow with engine speed control in FAST and ground speed control handle in a SLOW position.

Clean deck, removing all grass clippings and debris from the top and underside of deck after each use.

CHUTE DEFLECTOR

(48" Cutting Deck)

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......................................OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

ROLLING TRACTOR (With Engine OFF)

1. With engine "OFF" and Parking Brake set, move

to the rear of tractor.

2. Move the Roll Release Control to the right and down. This disengages the hydro transmission and

allows the tractor to be rolled. See Figure 14.

3. Release the Park Brake.

4. Push or pull tractor to desired location. NOTE: Be prepared to stop tractor from rolling too

quickly in this free wheeling mode by depressing

Parking Brake Pedal, or by shifting the Roll Release Control back into the engaged position.

5. Move Roll Release Control up and to the left to engage hydro transmission.

6. Set Park Brake.

ENGAGED' POSITION

NOT..__E:The transmission will not propel the tractor if the

Roll Release Control Is left in the "ROLL" position.

FIGURE 14

ROLL RELEASE

(Shown in Roll Position)

AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES

The SNAPPER Series D Lawn Tractor can be equipped with a variety of Accessories that increase its versatility. The Accessories available for each model are listed in the chart below. Contact an authorized SNAPPER Dealer for

ordedng any of the Accessories desired.

AVAILABLE

ACCESSORIES Thatcherizer

Snow Blower* Dozer Blade Support Kit

2-Stage Snow Thrower** Snow Thrower Support Kit

Weight Kit Tire Chains

Ninja Kit Single Bag Catcher***

Dump Cart

Twin Bag Catcher*** Adapter Mounting Kit

Air Lift Kit Bag-N-Wagon Bag-N-Wagon Hitch Kit

Hitch/Sub-Frame Kit**** 38" Snow Thrower****

46" Dozer Blade (Spring Trip)****

Debris Blower Kit **** Utility Trailer Kit

Aerator Kit

De-thatcher Kit

Lawn Sweeper Kit Lawn Sweeper (De-thatcher) Kit

Lawn Roller Broadcast Spreader

SERIES D LAWN TRACTOR MODEL

LT160H42DBV

6-1247 6-1352

6-1370

8-0871 6-1802 6-1245

6-1399 6-1220 6-1249

6-0697

Not Available

6-1334

6-0735 (2)

NA 6-1879 6-1880 6-1881

6-1883 6-1910 6-1911

6-1912 6-1913

6-1914 6-1915 6-1916

LT160H42DBV2

6-1247 6-1352

6-1301 8-0871

6-1802 & 6-1811

6-1245 6-1333 6-1220

6-0944

6-0697

Not Available

6-1334

6-0735 (2)

6-1879 6-1880 6-1881 6-1883

6-1910

6-1911

6-1912 6-1913

6-1914 6-1915 6-1916

* Requires Dozer

Blade Support Kit

** Requires Snow

Thrower Support Kit

*** Requires Adaptor

Mounting Kit

** * * Requires

HitchlSub-Frame

Kit (6-1879)

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (Part 1)

When using the Trouble-Shooting Guides on this page and the next, don't overlook the simplest cause first, even though it may seem too obvious to consider. For example, if the engine will not start, it simply

may be out of fuel. The Guides generally list the most simple causes first in each problem category to help you locate the cause through the process of elimination.

PROBLEM

Starter Will Not

Crank Engine

Engine Will Not

Start

Engine Stalls After

Running

Engine Loses

Power

Engine Backfires When Turned To

"STOP"

Excessive

Vibration

PROBABLE CAUSE

1. Battery dead.

2. Blown fuse.

3. Electrical connections loose or corroded.

4. Defective ignition switch.

5. Starter Spins without engaging.

1. Blade engagement switch in the "ON" position.

2. Park brake not set.

3. Fuel tank empty.

4. Engine needs choking.

5. Spark plug wire disconnected.

6. Battery weak or dead.

7. Faulty interlock switch.

1. Operator not in seat.

2. Engine speed control in the "CHOKE" position.

3. Fuel tank empty.

4. Engine air pre-cleaner and/or air cleaner dirty.

5. Spark plug defective or gap set

improperly.

6. Fuel filter stopped up.

7. Water, debris or stale fuel in fuel system.

1. Excessive load on engine.

2. Engine air pre-cleaner or air cleaner dirty.

3. Engine oil level low.

4. Engine cooling fins and air screens excessively dirty.

5. Spark plug faulty.

6. Water, debris or stale fuel in fuel system.

1. Engine speed control set too "FAST".

1. Damaged or bent mower blades.

2. Loose blade components.

3. Loose or missing air lift (if equipped).

CORRECTIVE ACTION

1. Service battery.

2. Replace fuse.

3. Clean and check connections for good

contact.

4. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.

5. Release Start key and repeat attempt. If starter continues to spin, contact Dealer.

1. Move blade engagement switch to =OFF".

2. Set park brake.

3. Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel.

4. Move engine speed control to "CHOKE".

5. Place spark plug wire onto spark plug.

6. Service battery.

7. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.

1. Sit in operator's seat.

2. Move engine speed control to "FAST".

3. Fill with fuel to proper level.

4. Clean free of all debris.

5. Service spark plug.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Drain and clean fuel system.

1. Lessen load by slowing ground speed.

2. Clean or replace filters.

3. Fill with engine oil to proper level.

4. Clean free of all debris.

5. Service spark plug.

6. Drain and clean fuel system.

1. Set engine speed control to "SLOW" and

allow engine to idle. Then, turn key to

"OFF".

1. Service mower blade(s).

2. Service and tighten loose parts.

3. Replace air lifts. Tighten to proper torque.

(Continued on next Page)

Page 13

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (Part 2)

PROBLEM

Tractor Will Not

Move Or Loss Of

Traction

Blade(s) Not

Turning

Cutting Grass

Improperly

Poor Grass

Discharge

Battery Will Not

Charge

Oil Leaking From

Transmission

PROBABLE CAUSE

1. Speed control handle in the neutral "N" position,

2. Roll release control in "ROLL" position (Hydro Models Only).

3. Low transmission oil level (Hydro Models Only).

4. Shifter out of adjustment.

5. Traction drive belt requires

adjustment.

6. Traction drive belt requires replacement.

1. Blade engagement switch in the "OFF" position.

.....2. Blade belt requires adjustment.

3. Blade belt requires replacement.

4. Electric clutch not functioning.

1. Uneven tire pressure.

2. Cutting height too low or high.

3. Engine speed too slow.

4. Forward speed too fast.

5. Deck side to side level requires adjustment.

6. Deck front to rear level requires adjustment.

7. Cutting Blade dull or damaged.

8. Blade belt requires replacement.

9. Blade belt slipping.

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Forward speed too fast.

3. Grass is wet.

4. Excessively worn or damaged blade(s}.

5. Build up of grass clippings and

debris under deck.

6. Improper blade(s) installed on

deck.

7. Blade(s) installed improperly on

deck.

1. Poor cable connections.

2. Bad battery cell(s).

3. Faulty alternator.

1. Loose or missing oil filler cap on

transmission.

2. Leaking axle seats.

3. Leaking at casing seal.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

1. Place speed control in desired speed.

2. Move roll release control to the engaged position.

3. Bring oil to proper level.

4. Adjust shifter.

5. Adjust traction drive belt.

6. Replace traction drive belt.

1. Move switch to the "ON" position.

2. Adjust mower belt.

3. Replace mower belt.

4. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.

1. Bring to proper pressure.

2. Adjust cutting height.

3. Move engine speed control to "FAST".

4. Move speed control to a slower speed.

5. Adjust side to side level

6. Adjust front to rear level.

7. Sharpen cutting edges or replace blade.

8. Replace blade belt.

9. Replace blade belt.

1. Move engine speed control to "FAST".

2. Move speed control to a slower speed.

3. Mow when grass is dry.

4. Service mower blade(s).

5. Clean deck.

6. Install proper SNAPPER blades.

7. Install blades properly.

1. Clean cables and battery terminals.

2. Replace with new battery.

3. Contact engine manufacturer's dealer.

1. Check oil level and re-install oil cap.

2. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.

3. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.

Page 14

SUBJECT

Engine

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

SERVICE SCHEDULE

SERVICE REFERENCE EACH 5 25

TO BE PERFORMED PAGES USE HOURS HOURS

Check Oil Level. Page 7 x

HOURS

10o

HOURS

EACH

SEASON

Engine

Air Pre-Cleaner

Air Cleaner

Spark Plug

Fuel Filter

Engine Cooling

System

Battery

Tires

....Drive Belts

Mower Blades

Initial Oil Change. Pages 16 X

Periodic Oil Change. Page 16

Service Sponge Pre- Engine Manual X** Cleaner Element. & Page 18

Replace Element. Engine Manual X**

Replace Plugs. Engine Manual

Replace Filter. Page 18

Clean Shrouds and Fins. Engine Manual

& Page 18

Check Electrolyte. Page 19 X Charge Battery. Page 19

Check Pressures. Page 7 & 25 X

Check For Wear and Page 23 X

Tension.

Check For Wear and Pages 21-22 X Damage.

X**

Mower Deck

Clean Debris Page 7 X X Accumulation.

Mower Deck

Lubrication

Clean Outside and Page 7 X X Underside.

Grease or Oil. Pages 16-17 X

Points

Hydrostatic

Check Oil Level. Page 15

Trans. Oil

*Change oil every 25 hours when operating under heavy load or high temperatures.

**Clean more often under dusty conditions or when debris is present.

MAINTENANCE PARTS

TRACTOR DRIVE BELTS

MODEL No. En_line to Deck Belt Deck Belt

LT160H42DBV 2-8585 2-9205

LT160H42DBV2 2-8585 2-9205 LT160H48DBV2 4-6926 2-8334

MOWER BLADES

Standard NINJA_

2-6691 2-4234 2-6691 2-4234

2-9247 ---

BATTERY

(Cold Crank Amp)

6-0618 (160 CCA) 1-8630 (220 CCA)

1-8630 (220 CCA)

Page 15

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Before attempting any adjustments, maintenance, or repairs, STOP engine. STOP blades. Shift to neutral.

Engage park brake. Remove key.

HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION

The hydrostatic transmission does not normally require maintenance, however, the oil level should

be checked after every season.

CHECKING OIL LEVEL IN TRANSMISSION The Operator's Seat, Battery, and Battery Tray must

be moved out of the way to gain access to the oil level Check Cap on the Transmission.

1. Remove Operator's Seat by removing Seat Adjust-

ment Knobs. See Figure 15.

WARNING

REMOVE SEAT

KNOBS

4. Slide the red protective boot away from its termi-

nal, then disconnect the Positive (RED) Battery Cable from the + Terminal.

5. Remove the Battery and the Battery Tray from the Tractor. Transmission is now accessible.

6. Clean debris off the Oil Fill Cap and surrounding area to prevent dirt from entering when removing

the Fill Cap. See Figure 17.

7. Remove the Oil Fill Cap and check oil level. The level should be about 3/4" from top of case.

8. If the level is lower than 1", add 10W-30 Motor Oil as required to bring the level up to 3/4".

OIL Fig. CAP

FIGURE 15

2. Lay Seat forward. NOTE: Be careful NOT to pull Seat Switch Wires from the Switches. See Fig-

ure 16.

3. Disconnect the Negative (BLACK) Battery Cable from the - Terminal first! See Figure 16.

SEAT WIRES

FIGURE 16

OIL LEVEL

FIGURE 17

9. Reinstall Oil Fill Cap.

10. Reinstall Battery Tray.

11. Reinstall Battery in Tray. See Figure 16

12. Connect battery Positive (+) RED cable first, then the Negative (-) BLACK Cable. Slide the protec-

tive red boot over Positive Terminal after connect-

ing Cable.

13. Reinstall and adjust seat. See Figure 15.

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MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

CHANGING ENGINE OIL

The engine is equipped with a no-tools type oil drain which can be opened and closed by hand.

Figure 18 shows the drain cylinder engine. On a new

after the first five hours of after, at 25 hour intervals.

Owner's Manual for specific

engine crankcase as follows:

1. Slip a hose over the nipple on the drain and place

the other end of the hose Into a container with at least a 2 quart capacity to catch the oil.

2. Turn the drain body by hand in counter-clockwise direction, then pull the drain body OUT to open the

drain.

3. Allow enough time for all of the old oil to drain out of

the crankcase and into the container.

4. After all oil has drained, disconnect the hose from

the nipple, then push the drain body IN and rotate it

clockwise until tight to close the drain.

5. Add new motor oil to bring level up to full mark on

dipstick with oil of weight and grade specified in the

Engine Owner's Manual.

NOTE: If the engine is equipped with an oil filter, change filter at every other oil change. Contact an Engine Dealer for the correct replacement filter.

location on a single

engine, drain the oil

operation and there- Refer to the Engine

details. Change oil in

LUBRICATION (Each 25 Hours)

The service points listed on this page 16 and the next page(17), should be lubricated as directed after each 25 operating hours to keep your Lawn Tractor and Mower Deck in top operating condi-

tion.

FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS LUBRICATION Lubricate both front Wheel Bearings through the

grease fittings on wheel hubs using general purpose grease from a grease gun. Add grease until grease

purges from bearings. See figure 19.

AXLE SPINDLE LUBRICATION FITTING

WHEEL

FITTING

ROTATECOUNTER- CLOCKWISE & PULL

OUTTO OPEN

FIGURE 18

OIL DRAIN

FIGURE 19

AXLE SPINDLES LUBRICATION

Lubricate Axle Spindles on both sides with 1 shot of

general purpose grease from the grease gun. The right side fitting is shown in Figure 19. Also, lubricate the

grease fitting located in the center of the axle pivot point on both LT160H42DBV and LT160H42DBV2

Models.

NOTE: The right hand spindle fitting faces forward as shown in Figure 19 and the left hand spindle fitting

faces to the rear of the tire.

STEERING SHAFT LUBRICATION Lubricate the Steering Shaft at wear points with a light

coat of motor oil from an oil can.

Page 17

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

LUBRICATION (Continued)

CLUTCHIBRAKE PIVOT LUBRICATION

The ClutchlBrake Pivot is located on the left underside of the tractor and is lubricated with 1 shot of

general purpose grease from the grease gun. See Figure 20.

CLUTCHIBRAKE PIVOT LUBRICATION FITTING

FIGURE 20

STEERING SECTOR GEAR LUBRICATION

Raise the hood and lubricate the steering Sector Gear

with a light coat of motor oil from an oil can. See

Figure 21.

STEERING TIE ROD LUBRICATION Lubricate both ends of the Steering Tie Rod with

motor oil from an oil can. See Figure 23.

FIGURE 23

PARK BRAKE LATCH LUBRICATION

STEERING

.SECTOR

FIGURE 21

STEERING DRAG LINK LUBRICATION

Lubricate the left end of the Steering Drag Link with a

small amount of motor oil from an oil can. See Figure

22.

DRAG LINK / / LUBRICATION /_ / _"

Lubricate the Park Brake Latch mechanism pivot points which are located on the Left underside of the

tractor with motor oil from an oil can. See Figure 24.

PARK BRAKE LATCH

LUBRICATE COMPONENTS

FIGURE 24

DECK LIFT MECHANISM LUBRICATION Lubricate all wear and pivot points of the Deck Lift

Mechanism with a thin coat of motor oil from an oil can.

FIGURE 22

MOWER DECK SPINDLES LUBRICATION Lubricate the Mower Deck Spindles with 1 shot of

general purpose grease through the fitting located on each spindle on the underside of the deck.

Page 18

................. MAINTENANCE

SERVICE

The engine components listed on this page should

be serviced on a regular basis to keep it in top

working condition. Refer to the "SERVICE SCHEDULE" on page 13 of this manual for the

recommended intervals. Refer to the Engine

Owner's Manual for specific instructions.

ENGINE PRE-CLEANER

The engine pre-cleaner should be removed and cleaned every 25 operating hours. See Figure 25 and 25A. Refer to the Engine Owner's Manual for specific

cleaning instructions.

ENGINE AIR CLEANER

The engine air cleaner element should be cleaned each time the pre-cleaner is serviced and should be replaced every 100 operating hours. See Figure 25 and 25A.

Refer to the Engine Owner's Manual for specific details

_---_'_-_- "_,,_ COVER RETAINING KNOB

INSTRUCTIONS I

• i

SPARK I PLUG

.030"(0.76mm)

WIRE GAGE

FIGURE 26

SPARK PLUG Remove and replace engine Spark Plug(s) after 100

operating hours. Refer to Engine Owner's Manual for correct replacement Plug and Spark gap specifica-

tions. See Figure 26.

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

The engine cooling system consists of an engine shroud

and engine fins. These should be kept clean and free of debds as needed or cleaned at least every 100 operating hours or more often under dusty, dirty

conditions.

L_ _=""----AIR CLEANER COVER

ELEMENT RETAININGKNOB

IDGE ELEMENT I

RETAINING STUD

AIR CLEANER BASE

ISINGLE CYLINDER ENGINE TYPE I

FIGURE 25

AIR CLEANER

CARTRIDGE

NG PLATE

FUEL FILTER The engine Fuel Filter should be replaced every 100

operating hours. Remove and replace the fuel filter as follows (when Engine is cold):

1. Raise tractor hood, remove Spark Plug Wire(s)

from Plug(s) and secure the Wire(s) away from the Spark Plug(s).

Locate the Fuel Filter. On single cylinder engines,

the Fuel Filter is located under the air cleaner. On

the twin cylinder models, it is located above the valve cover.

3. Drain gasoline from Fuel Tank before removing Fuel Filter to prevent gasoline spillage. Drain fuel

into a clean container if fuel is to be re-used.

Have a container handy to drain the fuel into, then remove the hose clamps above and below the fuel

filter and drain fuel from the tank and carburetor into

the container.

Install a new SNAPPER Part Number 1-4359 Fuel Filter in place of the old Filter. Re-install the Hose

Clamps and reconnect the Fuel Lines. See Figure

27.

Re-fill Fuel Tank with gasoline. Re-connect Spark Plug Wire(s) to Spark Plug(s) and lower the tractor

hood.

RETAINING KNOB

"AIRCLEANER COVER

RETAINING CLIPS

ITWINCYLINDERENGINETYPEI

FIGURE 25A

FIGURE 27-

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MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

BATTERY SERVICE

The battery should be checked and serviced every 25 hours of operation as follows:

Tilt Operator's Seat forward and remove the two adjusting knobs then lift the seat assembly off tractor

frame and move it forward out of the way. Be careful not to disconnect wires from seat switches. See Figure

28.

REdNSTALL BATTERY PER DECAL

FILL

CLEAN TERMINALS, CABLES, BOLTS &

NUTS BEFORE RE4NSTALLING POSITIVE(_

BATTERY

(RED)

GREASE NEGATIVE (-) TERMINALS TERMINAL AFTER (BLACK)

CONNECTING

FIGURE 28

CHECKING BATTERY ELECTROLYTE

WARNING

The Electrolyte (Acid) produces a highly explosive gas. Keep all Sparks, Flame and Fire away from the

area when charging battery or when handling electrolyte or battery. Electrolyte (Acid) is a highly

corrosive liquid. Wear eye protection. In case of

eye or skin contact with Electrolyte (Acid), wash

all affective areas of the body immediately with water.

Clean top of battery, disconnect battery positive cable

to prevent arching, then carefully remove the battery

cell covers.

Visually check electrolyte level in each cell. Level should be 3116"above cell plates up to the fill rings.

Using distilled water, fill cells as needed to bring level up to, but not over, the fill rings. See Figure 29.

Replace cell covers and reconnect the positive cable if disconnected earlier.

FIGURE 29

BATTERY CHARGING PROCEDURE The engine is equipped with a flywheel altemator to charge battery. If the tractor is not run regularly,

connect battery to a charger monthly to maintain charge. If low, battery liquid could freeze at zero

degree temperatures causing cracking of the battery case. To prevent freezing, keep the charge up or remove the battery from the tractor and store battery in

warm, well ventilated area during the off season. Store

on wooden surface, not on cement floor.

Always remove the Negative (.) cable first to prevent arching and remove Positive (+) cable last.

To charge, connect a constant current charger (not trickle type) and follow instructions furnished

with the charger.

If time allows, slow charge at 1 amp for 10 hours, or as an alternate, fast charge at not more than 2.5 amps for four hours. Observe ALL Precautions

while charging.

Install Positive (+) cable first and install Negative(-) cable last. Apply a small amount of grease over the

terminals to prevent corrosion.

Re-install seat assembly over battery and secure in position with adjusting knobs. Leave knobs loose

until the seat is adjusted, then tighten.

ACTIVATING A NEW BATTERY Activating a new Battery with Electrolyte (Acid) will

bring it up to 80 % of full charge state. It must be brought up to full charge, which means 20% additional

charge is needed. Charge a new Battery for 2 hours on a slow charge rate of I Amp to bring it up to full charge

before installing it in tractor.

Page 20

.............. MAINTENANCE

MOWER DECK SERVICE

MOWER DECK REMOVAL (42" Mower Deck)

The Mower Deck will have to be removed to replace blades or deck belts as described on following

pages. Remove deck as follows:

1. Place tractor on a firm, level surface such as a driveway or garage floor and set the park brake.

2. Tum engine "OFF" and remove key. Raise hood and remove spark plug wire(s) from spark plug(s). Secure wire(s) away from plug(s). See Figure 30.

REMOVE WIRE BOOT FROM SPARK PLUG

SPARK

PLUG

INSTRUCTIONS -.....................

6. Disconnect the Deck Front Lift Cable by removing

the Hairpin and Washer first. See Figure 32.

WASHER

FRONT UFT

CABLE

CLEVIS UFT PIN ARM

FIGURE 32

Hold front of Deck up and remove Clevis Pin from Front Lift Arm, then lower the front of the Deck to the ground.

FRONT

ISINGLE CYLINDER ENGINE SHOWN I

FIGURE 30

3. Lower the Deck to lowest setting by pushing lock button in on lift lever, then moving lever full forward.

4. Remove both Hairpins from the Front Deck Hanger Rod. See Figure 31.

RIGHT SIDE

SHOWN_

FRONT

FRONT DECK

FRONT

LIFT

ARM

HAIRPIN

Make note of hole used in sector plates so same holes are used during re-assembly. See Figure 33.

Remove hairpins and fiat washers from rear deck hanger bracket on both sides of tractor.

Slide both sector plates off of rear deck hanger brackets. See Figure 33.

SECTOR

PLATES

REMOVE &WASHER FROM

BOTH SECTOR PLATES'

FIGURE 33

9. Slide deck forward to allow idler spring to release

tension. See Figures 40 and 42 on page 22.

10. Remove deck drive belt from the electric clutch.

11. Pull deck out from under tractor from right hand side.

12. Reverse this procedure to reinstall mower deck.

• FIGURE 31

(48" DECK REMOVAL INFO ON NEXT PAGE)

Page 21

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

48" MOWER DECK REMOVAL

,._ /.7_,\_. ) / / HAIRPIN&

Follow steps 1 and 2 (42" Mower Deck Removal on previous page20),

then lower the deck onto the gage wheels

prior to disconnecting the front and rear lift arms.

A. Disconnect the front lift arm first by

removing the hairpin, washer, and clevis pin. ,, _., _

After disconnecting front lift arm, remove _ , _ _,.

,... .,;./" sW=VSL-.-......__ \_.,_ IJo'

ol • ._

I " ,. HAIRPIN &

.,_!,,.. _-_" "\ WASHER ] BRACKL=I'.,,.,_ .._

"\ ""x ""_ ;_ UFTARM

hairpins and washers from rear deck swivels, then _-_ "-, \cumin slide each swivel out from rear deck brackets. ..,, _..._ PiN

NOTE: It may be necessary to slightly prop up the

front of the deck when removing clevis pin to take

pressure off of front lift arm. The same procedure should be used when removing swivels from the rear

deck brackets.

4. Install sharpened or new Blades, (SNAPPER Part

WEAR LIMITS - STANDARD BLADES

Mower Blades should be checked for excessive wear and damage before each use. See Figure 34 for Blade

No. 2-6691) and secure each with the Cone Wash- er and Mounting Bolt. Torque Mounting Bolts to

40 ft. Ibs.

wear conditions on a standard Blade.

5. If Blade is in good condition but cutting edge is dull,

NOTCH _'_ FORMING-._ _ _',,_ _J

sharpen at a 25 degree angle as shown in Figure 36.

SILHOUETTE OF 48" DECK

sW=VEL ;,; .;_" ?,

_._'..,'._..._

(c)DANaE.OUSCONOmON,

DONOT USE ON MOWER!

FIGURE 34

Blades should be kept sharp at all times. Sharpen Blades ONLY if good condition. Replace if worn or

damaged. Install new Air Lifters on Blades if so equipped when the Blades are being replaced.

Never use a blade that shows signs of excessive

wear or damage. Refer to Figure 34 for STANDARD

STANDARD MOWER BLADES - REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT

1. Remove the Mower Deck from Tractor following instructions on page 20 under, "MOWER DECK

REMOVAL".

2. Carefully position the Deck to access Blades and

inspect both Blades for signs of damage or wear.

3. Remove Blade(s) Mounting Bolt(s) and Cone Washer(s) from each Blade and remove Blades to

sharpen or replace as needed. See Figure 35.

WARNING

blade wear limits.

/MOUNTING BOLT

,a_.."v (TORQUE TO 40

FOOT POUN0S)

FIGURE 35

SHARPENING STANDARD BLADE(S)

Blades should be kept sharp at all times. When the Blade(s) are dull, cut grass will be ragged and lawn will usually turn brown. Sharpen standard Blades as

follows:

1. Sharpen the 2-1/2" cutting edges on standard mower Blades at a 25° angle. See Figure 36.

2. Tighten the Blade Mounting Bolt to torque

specified as shown in Figure 35.

BLADE TIP /

1/2"

FIGURE 36

Page 22

• t

MAINTENANCE

AIR LIFTS - REPLACEMENT NOTE

INSTRUCTIONS !

On units equipped with Grass Catchers and Blades

with Air Lifts, alwavs replace the Air Lifts when the

Blades need replacement. DO NOT TRANSFER USED Air Lifts to the new Bladesl Instructions are

provided in the Air Lift Kits. Use Air Lift Kit Part Num- ber 6-0735. See Figure 37.

AIR UFT

P,N, 9-0391

FIGURE 37

NINJA MOWER BLADE SERVICE

NINJA_IBLADE WEAR LIMITS SNAPPER NINJATM Recycling Blades require more

frequent service intervals than standard Blades. Check the NINJATM Recycling Blades for excessive wear or

damage after every use. See Figure 38.

I WARNING I

I Never use a BLADE that, shows signs of e.....ivTue

IwearBladeOrweardamage.limits.Referr to Figure_38 for N!NJA I

NINJATMBLADE SHARPENING PROCEDURE

SNAPPER NINJA TM Recycling Blades require more frequent sharpening than standard Blades because of

their recycling function.

Remove each NINJA_Blade by removing the Mount- ing Bolts and Cone Washers. Retain this Hardware

for re-installation of Blades.

Inspect each NINJA TM Blade for excessive wear or

damage. See Figure 38 for NINJATMBlade wear limits.

Replace Blades if in poor condition. Use Kit 6-1220

on 42" Decks.

Sharpen dull cutting edges if the Blade is in otherwise

good condition.

Sharpen all four cutting edges of each NINJATM Recycling Blade at 27° for best performance. See

Figure 39.

BLADE

USE ON MOWER!

FIGURE 38

FIGURE 39

Re-install the sharpened or new NINJA TM Blades in

the reverse order of removal.

Re-install Cone Washers and tighten Mounting Bolts on 42" Cutting Decks to 40 ft. Ibs. torque value.

Refer to Figure 35 for 42" Cutting Decks.

Page 23

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

DECK DRIVE BELT SERVICE

42" DECK DRIVE BELT REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT

Remove Mower Deck from Tractor following instruc- TIONS on page 21 under, "MOWER DECK RE- MOVAL".

Loosen Locknuts securing the Spindle Pulley Belt Guards and swing Guards away from Pulleys.

Disconnect Idler Tension Spring from the Deck Bracket

as shown in Figure 40.

BELT

For 42" Cutting Deck, remove old Belt and install new Belt, SNAPPER P.N. 2-8582 on Model LT160H42DBV

or P.N. 2-9205 on LT160H42DBV2. Install new Belt in the reverse order of removal. (For 48" Cutting Deck,

Model LT140H48DBV2, use SNAPPER P.N. 4-6926 for Deck/Drive Belt, and SNAPPER P.N. 2-8334 doe Deck

Belt.) On the 42" Cutting Deck, adjust Idler Pulley Belt Guides by sliding in or out before tightening Idlers to

obtain 1/16" clearance between Belt and Belt Guide. See Figure 41. NOTE: There are no Belt Guides on the 48" Cutting Deck.

STATIONARY (TYPICAL) IDLER--_._

_TENSION

"_'_- IDLER

TENSION SPRING

142"CUTTINGDE._.C_J

BELT

GUARD

FIGURE 40

48" DECK/DRIVE BELT AND DECK BELT REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT

Remove Mower Deck from Tractor following instructions on Page 21, under, "MOWER DECK REMOVAL".

STEP 1: The Deck/Drive Belt should be removed first by applying pressure on the Idler Assembly and then

sliding the Belt off of the center Pulley/Spindle Assembly. See Illustration.

CENTER

PULLEY/SPINDLE ASSEMBLY

PUSH AGAINST

IDLER ASSEMBLY TO RELEAVE

TENSION

DECK/DRIVE BELT P.N. 44926

FIGURE 41

STEP 2. The Spindle Pulley Belt Guards must be removed completely by removing Locknuts of which

secure Belt Guards to Deck. STEP 3. The Idler Arm Tension Spring has to be

detached from the Spacer by removing the Nut and Washer and sliding the Spring up and OFF of the

Spacer. This releases the tension on the Idler Arm for easy removal of Deck Belt. Check Illustration for

verification of Belt Part Numbers.

ELECTRIC PULLEY

TENSION SPRING

ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY

DECK BELT P.N.

DECK/DRNE BELT P.N. 4-6926

(LEFT SIDE)

48" DECK & BELT II_LUSTRATION

SPACER

(RIGHT SLOE)

TENSION SPRING

Page 24

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS .............................

TRACTION DRIVE BELT SERVICE ...................

Check the Traction Drive Belt for damage and wear after 25 operating hours. The Traction Drive Belt is located on the underside of the Tractor and spans the Engine

Pulley's top groove to the Transmission Pulley. See Fig- ure 42. If this Belt shows signs of excessive wear or

damage, replace it as follows:

ENGINE PULLEY TRANSMISSION TOP GROOVE DRIVE PULLEY

__lll__/ STATIONARY TENSION

DRIVE BELT IDLER IDLER

FIGURE 42

Loosen Mounting Nuts on Traction Drive Belt Idlers just enough to allow Belt to clear Belt Guides. Remove Trac-

tion Drive Belt from top groove of Engine Pulley. See

Figure 43. Remove Belt from Belt Guide, then pull Belt back until it can be removed from Transmission Pulley.

TRACTION DRIVE BELT- REPLACEMENT Place new Traction Drive Belt over Transmission Pulley and span to Engine Pulley. Place Belt into top groove of

Engine Pulley (groove above Electric Clutch). See Fig- ure 43. Route Belt through Stationary and Tension Idlers. NOTE: When installing a new Belt, make certain

the Stationary Idler is mounted in the hole closest to the

left hand side ofthe Tractor. See Figure 45.

STATIONARY

IDLER BRACKET _ . /| ,, -.

TRACTION DRIVE BELT REMOVAL NOTE: Although it is possible to replace the Traction

Drive Belt without removing the Mower Deck, Deck re- moval will make Belt replacement easier. Remove Mow-

er from Tractor following: instructions on page 20 under "MOWER DECK REMOVAL". Depress Clutch/Brake

Pedal and set Parking Brake. Roll Mower Drive Belt out of groove in the Electric Clutch Pulley and lower Belt for

access to Traction Drive Belt. See Figure 43.

TOP GROOVE OF

ENGINE PULLEY DRIVE BELT

ELECTRIC

CLUTCH

ROLL MOWER DRIVE BELT OFF

OF ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY

FIGURE 43

j_/ll BELT" _ _ _ I._ /

STATIONARY I

IDLER TRANSMISSION

PULLEY

BELT GUIDE

(_ IDLER

FIGURE 45

Make certain Belt is within Belt Guides and that Idlers

turn freely. Re-connect tension Idler Spring to Tractor

Frame. See Figure 44. Re-install Mower Deck (if re- moved) in reverse order of removal. Refer to page 20.

MOUNTING

BELT GUIDE /

1 1 _ _ HT FOR

BRACKET

Disconnect the Idler Pulley tension Spring from Tractor Frame. See Figure 44.

OF TRACTOR FRAME

IDLER TENSION SPRING CONNECTION

TO FRAME

FIGURE 44

MOUNTING BOLT

LVIEWED FROM UNDERNEATH TRACTOR ]

FIGURE 46

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MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

TRACTION DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT,

If a gradual loss of traction is noticed, it may be neces-

sary to adjust the Traction Drive Belt tension by reposi- tioning the Stationary Idler as follows:

NOTE the position of Belt Guide on Stationary Idler and make certain it remains the same after moving Idler. Re- move the Traction Drive Belt Stationary Idler Mounting

Bolt. See Figure 46.

Move the Stationary Idler one hole towards right side of

Tractor for more Belt tension. NOTE: Right and Left

sides indicated in Figures 46 and 47 are as viewed from Operator's position on Seat.

USE RIGHT SIDE

_,_._ HOLE FOR MORE

LEADING

BLADE

TIP

BLADE

DISCHARGE

;IDE

TRAILING BLADE

FIGURE 48

TENSION

LESS

MOUNTING _

BRACKET

MOUNTING

= _BELT GUIDE(MAKE

--TENSION

CERTAIN BELT GUIDE' ORIENTATIONIS

MAINTAINE_

IDLER

BOLT I

FIGURE 47

Secure Stationary Idler by tightening the Mounting Bolt. When properly adjusted, the Traction Drive Belt will not

rotate with the Park Brake set and Engine running.

TIRES and PRESSURE

It is a good idea to check Tire Pressure before each

mowing job. Uneven Tire Pressure can cause poor cutt- ing patterns, especially uneven cutting from Side-To-

Side. Keep pressure in Front Tires at 12 psi and Rear Tires at 10 psi (pounds per square inch) at all times!

Remove Hairpins and Washers securing rear of Deck to Sector Plates. See Figure 49. Slide Sector Plates off of

Pins and carefully lower Deck onto Angle Iron or similar

object. Measure distance from Blade Tip to floor on each side of deck. Blade Tips should be within 118"of

each other for the Deck to be considered level. If this differs more than 1/8", adjust as follows:

PLATES

REMOVE HAIRPINS

BOTH SECTOR PLATES

& WASHERS FROM

FIGURE 49

SIDE TO SIDE LEVEL ADJUSTMENT (42" CUTTING DECK)

Loosen front Lift Arm Pivot Bolt on front of right side rail. See Figure 50. Turn Eccentric "UP" or "DOWN" as re-

quired to level Deck, then securely tighten the Eccentric

Shoulder Bolt and the Pivot Bolt.

LOOSEN O PIVOT BOLT

DECK LEVEL ADJUSTMENTS If the mowed path is uneven from Side-To-Side and the

Tires are properly inflated, check Mower Deck for correct Side-To-Side levelness and adjust if needed.

SIDE TO SIDE LEVEL CHECK Move Tractor to a firm, level surface, turn Blades and

Engine OFF, then raise Hood and remove Spark Plug

Wire(s) from Spark Plug(s) and secure Wire(s) away from Plug(s). Rotate both Blades until Blade Tips are at

each side of Deck as shown in Figure 48. Place a piece

of Angle Iron or similar object under center rear of Deck.

LOOSEN BOLT _

TURN ECCENTRIC

AS REQUIRED

FIGURE 50

Place Sector Plates back onto rear Lift using hole that most closely lines up with Pin. Secure with Washer and

Hairpins.

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MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT (LEVELNESS)

Side To Side Level (48" Cutting Deck)

Before making deck leveling adjustments, check the tire

pressure. Add or release air as needed to bring pressure to 10 PSI in front and 10 PSI in rear tires. If tires are

property inflated and mowing ts still uneven, adjust side- to-side deck levelness first as follows:

1. Place machine on a smooth level surface.

2. Rotate outside blades so tips are pointed to the

sides of deck. See Figure 51. Measure the

distance from blade tips to floor. If the

measurement is within 1/8" from side-to-side, the deck levelness is satisfactory. If the difference from side-to-side is greater than 1/8", continue to

next step for adjustment.

3. Place a 2 x 4 piece of wood under the front middle portion of deck. Place one 2 x 4 piece of

wood under the rear of deck on both sides behind the two outside blades. See Figure 51.

4. Lower deck down to rest on the three 2 x 4

pieces of wood. Make sure there is no deck tension on the lift rods supporting the deck.

5. Loosen the bolt and nut that secures the front lift

arm weldment to the front lift arm. See Inset.

6. Remove both hair pins and washers from swivel

located on rear lift rods and pull rod out of lift brackets.

7. Rotate swivels on both sides up or down to

achieve the proper levelness. See Figure 51A.

8. Reinstall swivel into deck bracket. Reinstall

washers and hair pins.

9. Tighten nut and bolt on front lift arm securely.

4.3.4. MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT (LEVELNESS) Front to Rear Deck Pitch (48" Deck) Before making deck leveling adjustments, check the

tire pressure. Add or release air as needed to bring

pressure to 10 PSI in front and 10 PSI in rear tires. If

tires are properly inflated and mowing is still uneven, check side-to-side deck levelness first then proceed

to front to rear adjustment. Adjust front to rear deck levelness as follows:

1. Place machine on a smooth level surface.

2. Rotate outside blades so tips are pointed to the front and rear of deck. Measure the distance

from blade tips to floor. The distance should be

the same. If the rear blade tip is higher lower than the front, proceed to Step 4 for adjustment.

3. Remove the hair pin & washer from swivel located on front lift rod. Remove swivel/lift rod

from hanger bracket.

4. Rotate swivel up or down to achieve the proper levelness.

5. Reinsert swivel/lift rod into hanger bracket. Reinstall washer & hair pin. See Figure 51A.

TOP VIEW OF DECK

REMOVE WASHER & HAIR PIN & ROTATE SWIVEL UP (

_'_ HANGER

BRACKET

FRONT

"-, LIFT

\ ROD__ -_1_

% %

'%% %,%,

% % ' _ /!

FRONT OF DECK ""'--_.._. \_;_'/ ..."

, FIGURE 51A

REAR UFT FIGURE 51

REMOVE WASHER & HAIR PIN. & ROTATE SWIVEL UP OR DOWN

" "-_,.... "_ UFT

LIFT BRACKE'r

"-.-........ -.....'__\ /.t ...j /

.... -t\_--/ I--- /

SWIVEL, , s_/

t I • r

PLACE THREE 2 x 4 UNDER FRONT ANDREAR OF DECK

FRONT

s _,s (\ $7

' LOOSEN

NUT

TOP VIEW OF DECK

FRONT UFT ARM

WELDMENT

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MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

FRONT TO REAR LEVEL ADJUSTMENT

at SECTOR PLATES

Remove Hair-Pins and Washers securing Sector Plates to rear Lift Arms. See Figure 52.

Move Sector Plates the same number of holes as required to raise or lower the Deck.

The Deck should be set 1/4" lower at the rear than at

the front.

If the Sector Plates are in the lowest possible setting and the correct front to rear level is not obtained, adjust

according to section about front Lift Rods.

PLATES

Remove Hair-Pin and Washer securing FRONT Lift Cable to FRONT Lift Arm. See Figure 53.

HAIR4PIN

PIN CLEVIS

FRONT

LIFT CABLE

JAM-NUT

FIGURE 53

Remove the front Lift Cable and carefully lower front of Deck onto the 2" block.

LOWEST

"-" HIGHEST

DECK SETTING

REMOVE & WASHER

SETTING

FIGURE 52

FRONT TO REAR LEVEL ADJUSTMENT at FRONT LIFT CABLE

If the Sector Plates are in their lowest setting and proper level cannot be obtained, adjust the front

Lift Rod as follows:

Move Deck Lift Lever to the highest position.

Place a 2" wooden block or similar object under front

center of Deck.

Place a 3" wooden block or similar object under rear center of Deck.

Turn front Lift Cable after loosening Jam-Nut until it can be re-installed to Lift Arm without lifting Deck off

of the blocks.

Secure Lift Rod to Lift Arm with Washer and Hair-

Pin.

Place Sector Plates onto rear Hanger Brackets and secure with Washers and Hair-Pins.

Raise Deck and remove wooden blocks or similar ob-

jects.

Repeat steps for Front-To-Rear level adjustment. Refer to FRONT TO REAR LEVEL at SECTOR PLATES section.

Remove Hair-Pins and Washers securing Sector

Plates (See Figure 52). Lower rear of Deck onto the 3" block.

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INSTRUCTIONS

SHIFTER ADJUSTMENT

If movement of Tractor does not correspond with

the selected speed or Shift Quadrant, adjust the Speed Control Lever as follows:

With Engine running, drive Tractor and move Shift Lever to locate NEUTRAL.

Turn Engine "OFF".

Locate Speed Control Lever Mount inside right rear tire, See Figure 54.

SPEED

CONTROL

LEVER

I STEERING ADJUSTMENT

Should excessive "Play" be noted in the steedng,

adjust at the Steering Sector as follows:

Turn Engine "OFF" and raise Tractor Hood.

From left side of Tractor, locate the Steering Sector below Fuel Tank. See Figure 56.

Loosen the Eccentric Mounting Nut and rotate the Eccentric clockwise until Steering "Play" is reduced.

Tighten Eccentric Mounting Nut and lower Hood into operating position.

STEERING SHAFT

FUEL TANK

FIGURE 54

Move the Speed Control Lever until it is in direct relation to the Neutral "N" position on Quadrant. See

Figure 55.

Tighten Mounting Nuts and test Shifter operation.

SPEED CONTROL

LEVER

MOVE TO I

NEUTRAL (N)

POSITION

ECCENTRIC ECCENTRIC CLOCKWISE TO MOUNTING /

LESSEN FREE-PLAY HEX-NUT

FIGURE 56

• FIGURE 55

.... 28 .........

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.....................................MAINTENANCE

INSTRUCTIONS

WHEEL BRAKE ADJUSTMENT

When the Wheel Brake is properly adjusted, the rear Wheels will lock and skid when the Tractor is pushed forward with the Parking Brake set. Make sure the

Engine is STOPPED and Key is removed before

testing.

Adjust Brake if rear Wheels turn and DO NOT lock with Parking Brake set as follows:

Turn Engine "OFF" and remove Key.

Raise Hood, remove Spark Plug Wire(s) from Spark Plug(s) and secure Wire(s) away from Plug(s).

Locate Brake Adjustment on right side of Tractor in

front of and inside dght rear Wheel. See Figure 63.

Turn Nut clockwise to increase Braking action or

counter-clockwise to decrease Braking action. See Figure 57.

Replace Spark Plug Wire(s), start Engine and test Brake.

Continue adjustment as described above until proper

adjustment is achieved.

BLADE BRAKE NOTE

In addition to engaging the Blade Belt when the

Blades are switched ON by pulling the PTO Switch

out to "ON", the Electric Clutch functions to Brake and STOP the Blades from rotating when the PTO Switch is pushed in to the "OFF" position. The

Electric Clutch is non-adjustable. If it fails to engage

the Blade Belt or fails to STOP Blade rotation, contact

an Authorized SNAPPER Dealer to correct.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

20 AMP FUSE PROTECTION

A 20 Amp, Automotive Type Fuse is used to protect the Electrical Circuit. See Figure 58 for the location

of this Fuse.

If the Engine fails to crank and the Battery is fully

charged, a blown Fuse could be the cause.

Pull the Fuse out of the holder and check to see if the metal Fuse Wire is broken. If the Wire is intact, re- install the Fuse in the holder and check for some other

cause.

LOOSEN (COUNTER-

FIGURE 57

TIGHTEN

BRAKE ADJUSTING

NUT

WARNING

Proper wheel brake and blade brake function is very important. DO NOT operate machine if brake(s) are not functioning properly.

If the Fuse is blown, install a new 20 Amp Fuse, (SNAPPER Part Number 2-3653) in the holder.

FUEL

CON:

- FUSE HOLDER

20 AMP FUSE

FIGURE 58

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,_

BRAKE swrr_t

(SHOWN DISENGAGED)

BLACK

SWITCH CLUTCH LOAD'

OFF)

GREEN

PURPLE

STARTER

ENGINE

ANTI-AFTER

SOLENOID

,,d=.,,--IGNITIONGROUND

ALTERNATOR

BLA

RED

GREEN WHITE

-'='. BLUE

PURPLE

RED

ILLUSTRATED DIAGRAM for Model LT160H42DBV

YELLOW

RED

UGHT SWITCH

KEY_

PINK

SCHEMATIC WIRING DIAGRAM for MODEL LT160H42DBV

TO RELAY

ENGINE GROUND

ANTI.AFTF.R FIRE SOLENOID GROUND

TO ENGINE

ALTERNATOR

TO ENGINE STARTER

GREEN

TO ELECTRIC

CLUTCH

TO PEDAL SWITCH

FIGURE 69

SWITCH

STARTER

SOLENOID

TO 8ATI'ERY

SOLENOIO

20AMP RISE

_-- IGNITION

SWITCH

'_TO PTO SWITCH

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,ELECTRICAL

BRAKE SWITCH (SHOWN DISENGAGED)

SYSTEM,

Pro SWITCH

BLACK (SHOWN OFF)

CLUTCH LOAD

GREEN

ENC, SENSOR

PURPLE

STARTER

PURPLE

[

I- HCi RED

ANTI-AFTER .---

RRE SOLENOID'.

,_,,IGNITION GROUND

RED

BLACK

RED

SOLENOID

WHITE

RELAY

YELLOW

RED

-- -I-

GREEN WHITE

BATTERY .-_ 8LUE

PURPLE

OIL PRESSURE

uaN,y

SCHEMATIC WIRING DIAGRAM for MODELS LT160H42DBV2 & LT180H48DBV2

LIGHT

ILLUSTRATED DIAGRAM for MODELS LT160H42DBV2 & LT180H48DBV2

TO ANTI- AF'r-P.RRRE SOLENOID

IGNITION

GROUND

TO 1

ALTERNATOR

TO OIL PRESSURE

GROUND

RED

TO ELECTRIC CLUTCH

TO PEDAL SWITCH

FUSE

TO RELAY

SWITCH

TO STARTER

OLENOID

TO BATTERY

SOLENOID

TO COIL

,SOLENOID

SWITCH

TO ENGINE' STARTER

GREEN

FIGURE 60

SWITCH

ro PTO SWITCH

+o/

INDICATOR UGHTS

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i i i

SNAPPER

3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

For three (3) years from purchase date for the original purchaser's residential, non-commercial use, SNAPPER, through

any 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 material or workmanship or both.

For ninety (90) days from purchase date for the original purchaser's commercial, rental, or other non-residential use, SNAPPER, through any SNAPPER dealer will replace, free of charge, any part or parts found upon examination by the

factory at McDonough, Georgia, to be defective in material or workmanship or both.

All transportation costs incurred by the purchaser in submitting material to a SNAPPER dealer for replacement under this

!warranty must be paid by the purchaser.

This warranty does not apply to engines and their components, hydro transmissions, gear drive transmissions and batteries, as these items are warranted separately. This warranty does not apply to parts that have been damaged by

accident, alteration, abuse, improper lubrication, normal wear, or other cause beyond the control of SNAPPER. This

warranty does not cover any machine or component part that has been altered or modified changing safety,

performance, or durability.

There is no other express warranty.

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY Implied warranties, including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to three (3) years from purchase date for the original purchaser's residential or other non-commercial use, and ninety

(90) days from purchase for the original purchaser's commercial, rental or other non-residential use, and to the extent permitted by law, any and all implied warranties are excluded. This is the exclusive remedy. Liabilities for

consequential damages, under any and all warranties are excluded.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

WARNING: THE USE OF REPLACEMENT PARTS OTHER THAN GENUINE SNAPPER PARTS MAY IMPAIR THE SAFETY OF SNAPPER PRODUCTS AND WILL VOID ANY LIABILITY AND WARRANTY BY SNAPPER

ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF SUCH PARTS.

IMPORTANT: Please fill out the attached SNAPPER Product Registration Card immediately and mail to:

Snapper's Product Registration Center, P.O. Box 777, McDonough, Georgia 30253

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SERVICE NOTES

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PRIMARY MAINTENANCE

vs.DIRT#

IIII

illustration of

how dirt can

' ; damage your

,engine & how

Snapper uses the best avail- able engines and components

In their products In order to provide long, satisfactory

service. However, proper care is essential In

prolonging engine life. Dirt is your engine's enemy

number 11

reasonable

maintenance

can protect it!

The engine on your Snapper

product spends Its entire life operating close to the ground at high speed creating a virtual

storm of dust and dlrtl

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PRIMARY MAINTENANCE

gulp about 12,000

gallons of air for

every gallon of used. Because of

Its working environ. ment, the air available

to your Snapper engine Is "

heavily saturated with air- borne dirt particles.

g that dirt will

quickly ruin an engine,

manufacturers equip their

engines with extremely efficient air cleaners to

out the harmful dirt.

As the dirt particles are stopped, they build up and begin to clog

the outside of the filter. This reduces the amount of air

available to the engine and causes an over-rich fuel mixture which re-

sults In the following adverse

effects:

An Improperly serviced, dirt clogged air cleaner will:

Increase fuel consumption

cause power loss

3. result In hard starting

4. create smoke from unburned fuel

5. produce carbon build-up ;

Internally

6. foul spark plug electrodes

7. score cylinder walls

8. burn valves

9. wear out the engine pre-

,°

maturely

10. COST YOU MONEY!

Damage caused by a poorly serviced air cleaner is not covered under the engine warranties. So, save yourself unnecessary

expenses and undue aggravation by keeping the air cleaner properly serviced at the Interval. specified In the engine owner's manual.

It doesn't take long to service an air cleaner. Follow the specific instructions in the engine

owner's manual for the type filter used. Pre- vent dirt from falling Into the carburetor Intake when servicing your air cleaner. Make sure

components are Installed In correct sequence after servicing to prevent unfiltered air from entering the engine. Some servicing hints on

several common types are:

Page 36

Generally, wash foam-type filters in a dishwashlng detergent and

water soluUon. RinsE) and wring

dry, then saturate with oil and

squeeze out excess. Failure to

re-oil this type filter will ruin the engine.

Clean paper elements by tapping IighUy. Blowing with air will

rupture paper elements.

Use a flashlight to detect clogged or torn paper elements - replace if

damaged In any way.

PRIMARY MAINTENANCE

Fallura to keep external surfaces clean not only presents fire hazards, but

causes overheating and

resulting engine damages such as:

1. dlstortad valve guldee

2. sticking valves

t° o. 3. scuffed, scored

walls

4. overapeedlng

_) 5. loss of power

6. complete failure of engine.

Air Is also needed to keep your engine cool. Dirt, dust & debris build up to restrict

and clog cooling air Intake screens and fins. Clean

screens and fins at frequent Intervals. The engine blower housing and shrouds should

be removed at least once

each season or more often

l under dry, dusty conditions

for a thorough cleenlng of fins.

Dirt can also be Introduced Into an engine In dirty fuel

from a contaminated contslner. Always use clean

fresh fuel from a clean container to guard against dirt, sludge and water

contsmlnatlon.

Be aware that fuel breaks

storage and forms

gummy compounds which will block carburetor pass-

ages. Never use fuel more than 3 months old. Drain

tank then run the engine out of fuel before storing during the off-season.

An engine must also have proper lubriceUon. All englnee use some oil On 4-cycle enginee,

CHECK OIL LEVEL BEFORE EACH START-UP. Wipe area clean around the oll check plug or

dipstick opening to keep dirt from falling Into the engine when checking the oil Always

check with the machine on a level surface. On engines with dipstick, keep the level up to,

but not over, the FULL mark. When adding o11, allow time for all of the oil to flow down the fill

tube to prevent a false full reading when the level could actually be low and result In engine

damage.

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PRIMARY MAINTENANCE

On 4-cyle engines with an oil level plug, don't be fooled into thinking the engine has

sufficient lubricating oil if you can see "some" oil in the opening - the level should always be brought up to the point of overflowing at the

top of the fill hole.

On 2-cycle engines, lubrication must be provided by an exact mixture of gasoline

and 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil. A 2-cycle engine that Is mistakenly run on straight

gasoline will be ruined In less than 5

minutesl If you keep straight gasoline in

addition to pre-mixed 2-cycle engine fuel,

be sure the containers are clearly marked to avoid mix-up.

Snapper 2-cycle engines require a 32 to 1 mixture of gasoline and BIA certified TC-W

oll such as Snapper's 2-cycle engine oil

Many of the 2-cycle engine oils on the market today make fantastic claims, but for

the best performance and long engine life,

always use Snapper 2-cycle o11. Pre-mix

the fuel and always shake the container

before filling the tank.

Change oil at regular Intervals using a a high

quality oll such as Snapper's small engine

formulated 4-cycle engine o11. Refer to the engine owner's manual for oil details.

STARTING CHECK UST

1. Engine OII

2. Air Cleaner

3. Fuel Tank

4. Choke

5. Primer (on some engines)

6. Safety Inter- lock Switches

7. Switch & Blade Control

8. Spark plug

9. Throttle control

10. Blade

11. Muffler

• To full level (4-cycle)

• Properly mixed with gas (2 cycle)

• Clean and properly serviced

• Full fresh clean gasoline

• Fuel valve open

• Cap vent open

• Inline filter clean

• Operating properly

• Used properly

• In proper position

• All wires properly connected

• Switch On

• Blade control properly positioned on walk mower

• Wire connected

• Good connection

• Start position

• Properly Installed and torqued

• Sharpened

• Good condition

• Not clogged

• Grass & leaves cleaned away

and follow all safety

Instructions In safety book- lets and manuals.

Keep In mind that dirt Is your engine's enemy #1 both Internally and externallyl Internally,

dirt will quickly ruin an engine and externally It will cause overheating and resulting Internal

Damage caused by Improper lubri-

poor air cleaner service or overheating

due to dirt cannot be covered under warranty.

It only takes a few moments to service the engine (and equipment) on a routine basis

but the rewards will be a quick starting, re- sponsive engine that will provide long

satisfactory service with minimum maintenance cost. The prestart check,st In the next column and Instructions in your Snapper Operator's Manual are designated to help you keep your

Snapper In top operating condlUon with

minimum effortl

I I

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Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual'for

LAWN TRACTORS ELECTRIC CLUTCH

SERIES D

J_ WARNI NG: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State J

j==m., of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. I

MANUAL No. 3-5624 (REV. 1, 6/98)

Page 39

Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for

LAWN TRA CTORS

ELECTRIC CLUTCH

SERIES D

MODELS

LT160H42DBV L T160H42DB V2

L T180H48DB V2

MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION

l LT I 160I I

oo ,o T,ON--JI

ENGINE HP DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE CUTTING WIDTH

LT- ModelDesiqnation I 160- 16.0HP(EngineHorsePower)

180 - 18.0 HP (Engine Horse Power)

H - Hydrostatic Transmission Drive System 42 - 42" Cutting Width Mower Deck

48 -48" Cutting Width Mower Deck

Thank you for buying a SNAPPER product! Before operating the Lawn Tractor, read and follow the

"IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" on pages 2 & 3, all other instructions contained in this manual and the

accompanying booklet "About Power Mower Safety". Lawn mowers and all power equipment can be potentially dangerous if used improperly. REMEMBER: SAFETY REQUIRES CAREFULL USE IN ACCORDANCE

WITH INSTRUCTIONS AND COMMON SENSE !

11421=

ENGINE OPTIONS

ENGINE TYPE

ENGINE MODEL

SERIES DESIGNATION

D - Series Desicjnation

B - Briggs & Stratton Enqine V - Over Head Valve Type Engine 2 - Twin Cylinder Engine

MANUAL No. 3.5624 (REV. 1, 6/98)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert

to the presence of children. Children are often

attracted to the machine 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 a responsible adult.

2. DO NOT allow children in yard when machine is operated (even with the blade OFF).

3. DO NOT allow children or other passengers to ride on machine or on attachments (even with the blade OFF). They may fall and be seriously

injured.

4. DO NOT allow pre-teenage children to operate

machine.

5. ALLOW only responsible adults & teenagers with

mature judgment under close adult supervision to

operate machine.

6. BE SURE the area is clear of others before

mowing and turn machine OFF if anyone enters the area.

7. DO NOT mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. LOOK BEHIND and down for small

children before and when backing.

8. USE EXTRA CARE when approaching blind

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

PROTECTION AGAINST TIPOVERS

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe

injury or death. All slopes require extra CAUTION. If

you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on

it, DO NOT mow it. Use extra care with grass catchers

or other attachments; these can change the stability of the machine.

1. DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 15 degrees (27% grade).

2. Exercise EXTREME CAUTION on slopes above 10 degrees (18% grade). Turn blade OFF when traveling uphill. Use first speed and avoid sudden or sharp turns.

3. DO NOT mow back and forth across face of slopes. Mow up and down.

PROTECTION AGAINST TIPOVERS (Continued From Previous Column)

4. AVOID uphill starts. If machine stops going uphill or tires lose traction, turn blade OFF and back slowly down the slope.

5. STAY ALERT for holes and other hidden hazards. Tall grass can hide obstacles. Keep away from

ditches, washouts, culverts, fences and protruding objects.

6. KEEP A SAFE DISTANCE (at least 3 feet) away

from edge of ditches and other drop offs. The mower could turn over if an edge caves in.

7. Always begin forward motion in the #1 speed

position.

8. Use weights or a weighted load carrier in accordance with instructions with a grass catcher on slopes above 10 degrees (18% grade).

9. DO NOT put your foot on the ground to try to stabilize the machine.

10. DO NOT mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding.

11. DO NOT mow under any condition where traction, steering or stability is doubtful without first test driving over the terrain with blade OFF.

PREPARATION

1. Read this manual, get to know where all controls

are located and practice how to use them before

starting for the first time, and at the beginning of

each season. Read and follow Warnings and

Instructions on engine and machine. Read and

follow operator's manual and instructions furnished with attachments.

2. Only mature, responsible persons shall operate the machine and only after proper instruction.

3. Handle fuel with extra care. Fuels are flammable and vapors are explosive. Use only an approved

fuel container. Never remove fuel cap or add fuel

with engine running. Add fuel outdoors only with engine stopped and cool. Clean spilled fuel from

machine. DO NOT smoke.

4. Practice operation of machine with BLADE OFF to learn controls and develop skills.

(Continued on Next Page)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

PREPARATION

(Continued From Previous Page)

5. Check the area to be mowed and remove all objects such as toys, wire, rocks, limbs and other

objects that could cause injury if thrown by blade or interfere with mowing.

6. Keep people and pets a safe distance from machine.

7. Check shields, deflectors, switches, blade controls and other safety devices frequently for proper operation and location.

8. Make sure all safety decals are clearly legible. Replace if damaged.

9. Protect yourself when mowing and wear safety glasses, long pants and substantial footwear.

10. Know how to STOP blade and engine quickly in preparation for emergencies.

1t. Use extra care when loading or unloading the

machine into a trailer or truck.

12. Check grass catcher components frequently for signs of wear or deterioration and replace as needed to prevent injury from thrown objects

going through weak or worn spots.

OPERATION

1. Mount and dismount machine from left side.

2. Start engine from operator's seat, if possible.

Make sure blade is OFF and parking brake is set.

3. STOP blade, STOP engine, set parking brake and

remove key when leaving machine.

4. DO NOT operate machine unless properly seated

with feet on feet rests or pedal(s).

5. STOP BLADE and ENGINE and make sure blade

has stopped before removing grass catcher or

unclogging mower to prevent loss of fingers or hand.

6. Blade must be OFF except when cutting grass.

Set blade in highest position when mowing over rough ground.

7. Keep hands and feet away from rotating blade

underneath deck. NEVER place foot on ground while BLADE is ON or machine is in motion.

8. Deflector or entire grass catcher must be in place.

NEVER point discharge at people, passing cars, windows or doors.

9. Slow down before turning.

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

11. STOP engine immediately after striking an obstruction. Inspect machine and repair damage

before resuming operation.

12. Mow only in daylight or with good artificial light.

13. Move joystick (if equipped) SLOWLY to maintain control during speed and directional changes.

14. Exercise CAUTION when pulling loads. Limit

loads to those you can safely control and attach

loads to hitch plate as specified with SNAPPER attachment instructions.

MAINTENANCE

1. Never store machine or fuel container inside where fumes may reach an open flame, spark or

pilot light such as in a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliance. Allow engine to cool before storing machine in an

enclosure. Store fuel container out of the reach of children in a well ventilated, unoccupied building.

2. Keep engine free of grass, leaves or excess

grease to reduce fire hazard and engine overheating.

3. When draining fuel tank, drain fuel into an

approved container outdoors and away from open flame.

4. Check brakes frequently; adjust, repair or replace

as needed.

5. Keep all bolts, nuts and screws properly tight. Check that all cotter pins are in proper position.

6. Always provide adequate ventilation when running engine indoors. Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly poison.

7. Disconnect negative (black) cable from battery before performing maintenance or service. Cranking engine could cause injury.

8. Never work under machine without safety blocks.

9. Service engine and make adjustments only when engine is stopped. Remove spark plug wire(s) from spark plug(s) and secure wire(s) away from spark plug(s).

10. DO NOT change engine governor speed settings or overspeed engine.

11. Lubricate machine at intervals specified in manual to prevent controls from binding.

12. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blades or wear heavy leather gloves and use CAUTION when handling them.

13. NEVER test for spark by grounding spark plug

next to spark plug hole; spark plug could ignite

gas exiting engine.

14. Have machine serviced by an authorized SNAPPER dealer at least once a year and have the

dealer install any new safety devices.

15. Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts to assure that original standards are maintained.

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