Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for PRO HYDRO WALK BEHIND MOWERS MID-SIZE SERIES 0 POWER UNIT MOWER MODELS SPLH140KW SPLH170KW SPLH140KH SPLH150KH SPLH160BV SPLH140KWE SPLH180KHE SPLH220KHE Model SPLH140KW UNIT MODELS SP360 SP480 SPA360 SPA480 SPA520 SPA610 shown MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION IslPILIHI14101KWl MODE" DES,GNATION / I MODEL TYPE MODEL OPTION DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE S - Snapper Commercial P - Pro Mid Size Model SERIES DESIGNATION ENGINE HP Model L - Loop Type Handle Model H - Hy
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PREPARATION 10. Watch out for roadways. OPERATION (Continued From Previous Page) 4. 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. 5. Practice operation of machine with BLADE OFF to learn controls and develop skills. 6.
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................... 2-3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................................................................................ 4 SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION ................................................................................................. 5 SECTION 2 - CONTROLS .......................................................................................
SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION RIGHT HAND TRACTION CONTROL OPERATOR'S SPEED CONTROL LEVER LEFT HAND TRACTION CONTROL PRESENCE BLADE CLUTCH CONTROLSWITCH CONTROL CONTROL(OPC) FILLER CAP NEUTRAL LATCH LEVER KEY SWITCH ROPE FILL/CHECK HYDRAULIC CAP FILTER (Hydraulic Reservoir) PUMPS(Not Shown)_ REAR TIRES DECK HEIGHT (See Page 20 for Adjustment) FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE (Not Shown) COVER RETAINING KNOBS -_ "_ HYDRAULIC DRIVE MOTOR (Behind Each Rear Wheel) WHEEL ASSEMBLY DISCHARGE CHUTE FRONT TIRE
SECTION 2 - CONTROLS 2,2 Before operating, become familiar with all the controls (See Figure 2.1A) and how to use them. Know beforehand how to STOP the Right Hand and Left Hand Traction Wheel Drives, the Mower Blades, and the Engine in preparation for a possible emergency. 2,1 ENGINE CONTROLS A. Engine Speed Control B. Keyswitch C. Operator's Presence Control (OPC) D. Engine Recoil Starter Handle (Not shown) BLADE AND TRACTION CONTROLS 1. BIade Clutch Control Switch 2. R.H. Steering Control 3. L.H.
SECTION 3 - OPERATING 3.1 PRE-START INSTRUCTIONS CHECKLIST WARNING IMPORTANT: Before starting your SNAPPER Pro Hydro machine, the hydraulic reservoir and engine MUST be filled to the proper level with oil. Use approved fuel container. DO NOT smoke near open fuel container. DO NOT fill fuel tank indoors or when engine is running. Allow engine to cool for at least ten minutes before refilling. Wipe off any spilled fuel before starting engine. DO NOT run engine indoors. 3.1.1.
SECTION 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.2 STOPPING CHOKE CONTROL KNOB IMPORTANT: Pulling backward on both Traction Controls back past Neutral position will cause the machine to back up. 1. Pull back on both Traction Controls simultaneously towards handle bar. Manually engage the Neutral Latch Lever. See Figure 3.2. LEFT HAND TRACTION CONTROL RIGHT HAND TRACTION CONTROL_ / FUEL TANK & HANDLE BRACKET PULL OUT TO CHOKE POSITION L OUTLINE OF REAR WHEEL (Left Side Shown) FIGURE 3.
SECTION 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING I WARNING The SNAPPER Pro Hydro Mowers have a Transport Speed, which allows the machine to travel forward at a speed of 6 MPH - it is NOT to be used while walking! Use the Transport Speed ONLY when the machine is equipped with a Riding Sulky! NEVER make sharp turns at high speed! The machine has "zero-turn" capability; NEVER use "zero-turn" at high speed.
SECTION 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.7 3.5 MOWER OPERATION (Continued from Previous Page) 4. Move Engine Speed Control to the FAST (Rabbit) position. Refer to Figure 3.4. 5. While holding both Traction Controls in the neutral position, release Neutral Latch Lever by pulling controls slightly backwards. 6. Simultaneously (and slowly), release both Traction Controls. Machine will begin to move forward. 7. Adjust Speed Control Lever to a comfortable travel speed. 8.
SECTION 3 - OPERATING 3.7 HANDLE HEIGHT INSTRUCTIONS ADJUSTMENT STEP 6: Pivot the Handlebar up or down and reinsert bolt and nut into desired hole position on each side. Tighten both upper and lower bolts and nuts on each side to 35 to 45 ft. Ibs. (Continued from previous page) STEP3: Insert rod (5/16" diameter x 7 3/4" long) through alignment holes in the left and right traction control shift lever arms and the switch bracket.
SECTION 3 - OPERATING 3.8 ADJUSTING Decks) CUTTING HEIGHT INSTRUCTIONS (Fixed SLOT The Mower has three methods of adjusting cutting height listed as follows: 1. Moving position of BLADE on cutter spindle shaft. 2. Moving position of CASTER WHEEL on support. 3. Moving position of MOWER DECK on power unit. SPACERS "X NOTE! THOSE SPACERS REMOVED FROM BOTTOM OF CASTER SHOULD BE REINSTALLED AT TOP BEFOREINSERTING RETAINER PIN.
SECTION 3 - OPERATING 3.11 ADJUSTING INSTRUCTIONS FIXED DECK ATTACHMENT SPACERS The Mower Deck has four different positions for attaching it to the power unit. The lowest setting provides a cutting height range from 1 1/2" to 2 1/2", the middle low cut from 2 1/4" to 3 1t4", the middle high cut from 3" to 4", and the highest cut from 3 3/4" to 4 3/4". Make sure the Spacers on the Caster Wheels are moved UP or DOWN as shown below to correspond with the bolt positions to keep the Mower Deck level.
SECTION 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4. With cell caps removed, connect battery charger to battery terminals. RED to positive (+) terminal and BLACK to negative (-) terminal. 5. Slow charge battery at 1 amp for 10 hours. An alternative fast charge should be no more than 2.5 amps for four hours. 6. If battery will not accept charge or is partially charged after 10 hours of charging at 1 amp, replace with new battery. WARNING Shield the positive terminal with terminal cover located on battery harness.
SECTION 3 - OPERATING 3.17 NEW BATTERY INSTRUCTIONS PREPARATION 1. Remove battery from carton. 2. Place battery in a welI ventilated area on a level nonconcrete surface. 3. Remove battery ceil caps. Fill cells as required with electrolyte (purchased separately) to proper level. Fill to 3/16" above cell plates. Filling battery with electrolyte will bring the battery to 80% charged state.
SECTION 4 - SERVICE TABLE OF CONTENTS ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................... 17 MOWER TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................................................. 18 HYDRO TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................... 20 SERVICE & LUBRICATION CHART .............................................................
SECTION 4 - ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION PAGE Engine does not start.. Key OFF. Fuel Tank empty. Fuel Shut-Off Closed. Engine Throttle Control not at FAST (Rabbit) position. Choke NOT closed. Spark Plug Wire loose or disconnected. Blade Clutch Switch in ON position. Spark Plug bad. Dirty Air Filter. Traction Controts not Latched in Neutral. Turn Key to Run. Fill Fuel Tank. Open Fuel Shut-Off. Put Engine Throttle Control to FAST (Rabbit) position.
SECTION 4 - SERVICE & LUBRICATION CHART ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, TRACTION Lubricate each with Pump Oiler (hand held oil can). IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (Not Illustrated) Replace every 100 LINKAGES Before each mowing period, coat all wear points, hinge points and sliding parts with medium duty oil. Inspect switches for ease of operation. DO NOT LUBRICATE! =......................................... • Change Oil Filter after first 5 hours of operation.
SECTION 4 - SERVICE 2. WARNING Once blades are disengaged, they should come to a complete stop in 7 seconds. If the blades continue to rotate after 7 seconds, the electric clutch should be checked. Replacement of electric clutch may be necessary. Return machine to dealer for replacement. DO NOT CONTINUE to operate mower if blades fail to stop in 7 seconds. 4.1 ELECTRIC CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT 4,2,2, PUM P/MOTOR REPLACEMENT The Pro Hydro Mowers are equipped with an Electric Blade Control.
SECTION 4 - SERVICE 4,2,3. HYDRAULIC PUMP REMOVAL (Continued) 2. Loosen Nut on Belt Guide at rear of Engine Pulley and remove Cutter Deck Belt from Engine Pulley. 3. Remove Hydraulic Pump Belt. 4,3 MACHINE SPEED CONTROL RANGES 4.3.1. TO CHANGE MACHINE SPEED RANGES 4.2,4, HYDRAULIC PUMP BELT INSTALLATION 1. STOP ENGINE! Place Hydraulic Belt on Engine and Pump Pulleys. 2. Attach Idler Spring to Bolt and reattach Nut to Bolt. 3. Place Cutter Deck Belt on Engine Pulley.
SECTION 4 - MOWER ATTACHMENT SERVICE 4.4 CUTTER DECK INSTALLATION & BELT REMOVAL ELECTRIC RIGHT HAND SPINDLE PULLEY 4.4.1. 36" CUTTING DECK BELT REMOVAL 1. Move Mower onto a smooth, level surface. Turn Ignition Key to STOP position, remove Key, disconnect Spark Plug Wire and secure Wire away from Spark Plug. 2. Remove Mower deck belt cover. REMOVE BE LT,_".--.';_... ''_ __ \ CLUTCH "_" _ pCuLLE&y,, , ,.__.. LEFT HAND _. SPINDLE PULLEY ? -',7/ 3.
SECTION 4 - SERVICE & LUBRICATION HOURS PROCEDURE BREAK-IN Check all fasteners for proper tightness Change Engine Oil and Filter at 5 hours .............................. Change Hydraulic Oil and Filter at 25 hours ........................ Check/Change Engine Oil ................................................... Clean Air Filter ...................................................................... Clean Blower screen ............................................................
SECTION 4 - MOWER ATTACHMENT 4.4.6. SPINDLE TO SPINDLE DECK BELT INSTALLATION - 48", 52", & 61" CUTTING DECKS 1. Route new belt for 48" cutting deck, 52" cutting deck, and 61" cutting decks, onto bottom ,qroove of center Spindle Pulley and left hand Spindle Pulley. Refer to Figure 4.8. 2, InstalI cutting deck belt according to CUTTING DECK BELT INSTALLATION. SERVICE 4. Refer to the STANDARD REPLACEMENT BLADES chart above for correct SNAPPER replacement Blades. 5.
1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For one (1) year from purchase date for the original purchaser's use, SNAPPER, through any authorized SNAPPER dealer will replace, free of charge (except for taxes where applicable), any part or parts found upon examination by the factory at McDonough, Georgia, to be defective in material or workmanship or both.
PRIMARY MAINTENANCE an illustration of how dirt can dama & how naintenance can protect it! Snapper uses the best available engines and components In their products In order to _= provide long, satisfactory service. However, proper • = care Is essential In "" prolonging engine life.
PRIMARY MAINTENANCE that dirt will quickly ruin an engine, manufacturers equip their englnse with extremely efficient air cleaners to filter out the harmful dirt, gulp about 12,000, gallons of air for every gallon of f= used. Because of its working environment, the air available to your Snapper engine Is " heavily saturated with airborne dirt particles. As the dirt particles are stopped, they build up and begin to clog the outside of the filter.
PRIMARY Generally, wash foam-type filters In a dlshwashlng detergent and water solution. Rinse and wring dry, then saturate with oll and squeeze out excess. Failure to re-oil this type _ter will ruin the engine. Clean paper elements by tapplng MAINTENANCE Air Is also needed to keep your engine coot. Dirt, dust & debris build up to restrict and clog cooling air Intake screens and fins. Clean screens and fins at frequent Intervals.
PRIMARY MAINTENANCE On 2-cycle engines, lubrication must be provided by an exact mixture of gasoline and 2-cycle sir-cooled engine oil A 2-cycle engine that Is mistakenly run on strelght gasoline will be reined in less than 5 mlnutasl If you keep straight gasoline In addition to pre-mlxed 2-cycle engine fuel, be sure the containers are clearly marked to avoid mix-up.
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Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for PRO HYDRO MID-SIZE WALK BEHIND MOWERS SERIES 0 J_i_IL WARN ING: TheCalifornia engine exhaust this birth product contains chemicals known harm. to the State of to causefrom cancer, defects or other reproductive SNAPPERMcDonough, GA. 30253 U.S.A. COPYRIGHT © / 999 SNAPPER INC ALL RIGHTS RESERVED MANUAL No. 4-3799 (REV.
