Manuale d’uso / di manutenzione del prodotto 5900549 del fabbricante Snapper
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Table of Contents 1 Operator Safety .................................................. 2 Safety Rules and Information .................................2 Safety Decals ...................................................... 8 Safety Interlock System & Safety Icons .
2 Safety Rules & Information Operating Safety Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. Do not operate this machine unless you have been trained.
3 Safety Rules & Information Slope Operation You could be seriously injured if you use this unit on too steep of a slope. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep where you do not have adequate footing and unit traction (and control) can cause you to lose control and possibly slip and fall or roll the unit over.
4 Safety Rules & Information Enclosed Areas Only operate this unit outdoors and away from unventilated areas such as inside garages or enclosed trailers. The engine emits poisonous carbon monoxide gas and prolonged exposure in an enclosed area can result in serious injury or death.
5 2. Mow only in the daylight or with good artificial light, keeping away from holes and hidden hazards. 3. Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake is engaged before starting engine. Only start engine from the operator’s position. Use seat belts if provided.
6 Safety Rules & Information 23. Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure vision. 24. To reduce fire hazard, keep unit free of grass, leaves & excess oil. Do not stop or park over dry leaves, grass or combustible materials.
7 Safety Rules & Information SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Safe Handling of Gasoline 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition.
8 www.SnapperPro.com Operator Safety Safety Decals Before operating your unit, read the safety decals. The cautions and warnings are for your safety. To avoid a personal injury or damage to the unit, understand and follow all safety decals.
9 Operator Safety Safety Interlock System This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches. These safety systems are present for your safety, do not attempt to bypass safety switches, and never tamper with safety devices. Check their operation regularly.
10 www.SnapperPro.com Figure 1. Identification Numbers A. Identification Tag Features and Controls Identification Numbers When contacting your authorized dealer for replacement parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers. Record your model / serial number and engine serial numbers on the space provided for easy access.
11 Ignition Switch (Manual Start Models) The ignition switch starts and stops the engine, it has two positions: OFF Stops the engine RUN Rotate the ignition switch to the RUN position before pulling on the starter rope to start the engine. Recoil Starter Handle (Manual Start Models) The recoil starter handle is used to start the engine.
12 www.SnapperPro.com Ignition Switch (Electric Start Models) The ignition switch starts and stops the engine, it has three positions: OFF Stops the engine and shuts off the electrical system. RUN Allows the engine to run and powers the electrical system.
13 Starting the Engine (Manual Start Engines) 1. Engage the parking brake and make sure that the PTO switch is disengaged and the forward speed control lever is in the NEUTRAL position. 2. NOTE: A warm engine may not require choking. Set the engine throttle control to FULL throttle position.
14 www.SnapperPro.com Figure 4. Checking Tire Pressure Check Tire Pressures Tire pressure should be checked periodically, and maintained at the levels shown in the chart. Note that these pressures may differ slightly from the “Max Inflation” stamped on the side-wall of the tires.
15 Pushing the Mower By Hand 1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn the ignition OFF, and remove the key. 2. Locate the transmission release levers (A, Figure 7) by the rear wheels of the unit.
16 www.SnapperPro.com Operation Driving The Mower Before attempting to drive the mower make sure you have read the Features and Controls section and understand the location and function of the controls.
17 Operation Mowing Before mowing, set the cutting height as described in CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT. 1. Engage the parking brake. Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged and the forward speed control lever is in the NEUTRAL position 2. Start the engine (see Starting The Engine ).
18 www.SnapperPro.com Operation When and How Often to Mow The time of day and condition of the grass greatly affect the results you’ll get when mowing. For the best results, follow these guidelines: 1. Mow when the grass is between three and five inches high.
19 Operation Proper Mulching Mulching consists of a mower deck which cuts and recuts clippings into tiny particles and which then blows them down INTO the lawn. These tiny particles decompose rapidly into by-products your lawn can use. UNDER PROPER CONDITIONS, your mulching mower will virtually eliminate noticeable clippings on the lawn surface.
20 www.SnapperPro.com Regular Maintenance Maintenance Schedule The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your mower and mower deck. You will need to keep a record of your operating time. Determining operating time is easily accomplished by observing the elapsed time recorded by the hour meter.
21 Regular Maintenance Checking / Adding Fuel To add fuel: 1. Remove the fuel cap (E, Figure 9). 2. Fill the tank to the bottom of the filler neck. This will allow for fuel expansion. NOTE: Do not overfill. Refer to your engine manual for specific fuel recommendations.
22 www.SnapperPro.com Regular Maintenance Lubrication Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 10 & 11 as well as the following lubrication points. Grease: • front caster wheel axles & yokes • deck lift pivot blocks & linkages • mower deck spindles • mower deck idler arm Not all greases are compatible.
23 Regular Maintenance Check / Fill Transmission Oil Oil Type: 20W-50 conventional detergent motor oil. 1. Check the oil level when the unit is cold. Locate the transmission oil reservoirs (A, Figure 12) located on the handle bar assembly. The oil should be up to the “FULL COLD” mark (B).
24 www.SnapperPro.com Regular Maintenance Servicing The Mower Blades Removing the Mower Blade 1. To remove the mower blade, use a 1” wrench on the flats of the spindle shaft and remove the mower blade mounting bolt with a 15/16” wrench (Figure 14).
25 Sharpening the Mower Blade 1. Sharpen the mower blades with grinder, hand file, or electric blade sharpener. 2. Sharpen the mower blade by removing an equal amount of material from each end of the mower blade. 3. Keep the original bevel (A, Figure 17) when grinding.
26 www.SnapperPro.com Regular Maintenance Figure 20. Neutral Adjustment A. Ball Stud B. Nuts C. Adjustment Linkage Rod Neutral Adjustment If the unit “creeps” while the forward speed control lever.
27 Regular Maintenance (S/N: 2014523388 & Above) To Reduce the Speed of the Faster Wheel: There are three (3) nuts (A, Figure 22) on the linkage rod (B). The first two are to be used together to turn the rod and the third is used to lock the rod in place.
28 www.SnapperPro.com Figure 23. Parking Brake Adjustment A. Brake Spring B. First Measurement - 2-1/2” (6,35 cm) C. Brake Spring Rod D. Lock Nut E. Second Measurement - 1/8” (0,32 cm) F. Set Collar G. Brake Pivot Link A Parking Brake Adjustment 1.
29 Regular Maintenance Deck Leveling Adjustment S/N: 2014523388 & Above 1. Park the machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine and engage the parking brake. Rear tires must be inflated to 15 psi (1,03 bar). 2. Remove the mower deck guard.
30 www.SnapperPro.com Figure 28. 2 x 4 Locations A. 2 x 4 Blocks B. Arrow Indicating the Front of the Machine Deck Leveling Adjustment S/N: 2014523387 & Below 1. Park the machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine and engage the parking brake.
31 Regular Maintenance Mower Belt Replacement 1. Park the unit on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key. 2. Lower the mower deck to its lowest cutting position and remove the mower deck guard.
32 www.SnapperPro.com Transmission Drive Belt Replacement 1. Park the unit on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine and remove the ignition key. 2. Loosen and remove the hardware that secures the skid plate assembly (A, Figure 31) to the engine deck.
33 Regular Maintenance Figure 33. Reverse Speed Control Levers Comfort Adjustment A. Reverse Speed Control Levers B. Lock Nut Reverse Speed Control Levers Comfort Adjustment (S/N: 2014522399 & Bel.
34 www.SnapperPro.com Battery Maintenance This unit is equipped with a maintenance-free BCIU1 battery. Cleaning the Battery and Cables 1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative [-] cable first (A, Figure 35). 2. Clean the battery terminals and cable ends with a wire brush until shiny.
35 Regular Maintenance Battery Service Checking Battery Voltage A voltmeter can be used to determine the condition of the battery. When engine is off, the voltmeter shows battery voltage, which should be 12 volts. When engine is running, the voltmeter shows the voltage of the charging circuit which normally is 13 to 14 volts.
36 www.SnapperPro.com To Starter Switch Starting V ehicle Battery T o Gr ound To Starter Switch Dischar ged V ehicle Battery Engine Block THIS HOOK-UP FOR NEGA TIVE GR OUND VEHICLES MAKE CERT AIN VEHICLES DO NO T T OUCH Jumper Cab le Jumper Cab le Figure 36.
37 Regular Maintenance Storage Temporary Storage (30 Days Or Less) Remember, the fuel tank will still contain some gasoline, so never store the unit indoors or in any other area where fuel vapor could travel to any ignition source. Fuel vapor is also toxic if inhaled, so never store the unit in any structure used for human or animal habitation.
38 www.SnapperPro.com Troubleshooting Chart While normal care and regular maintenance will extend the life of your equipment, prolonged or constant use may eventually require that service be performed to allow it to continue operating properly. The troubleshooting guide below lists the most common problems, their causes and remedies.
39 Troubleshooting Mower Troubleshooting Continued. Problem Cause Remedy Engine runs, but mower will 1. Transmission release lever(s) 1. Move transmission release lever(s) not drive. in “disengaged” position. to the “engaged” position. 2. Belt is broken.
40 www.SnapperPro.com Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems Problem Cause Remedy Streaking. 1. Blades are not sharp. 1. Sharpen your blades. 2. Blades are worn down to far. 2. Replace your blades. 3. Engine speed is too slow. 3. Always mow at full throttle.
41 Specifications Specifications Note: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. ENGINE: 18 Gross HP† Kawasaki Manual Start Make Kawasaki Model FX541V Displacement 36.8 Cu. in (603 cc) Oil Capacity 1.8 US qt.
42 www.SnapperPro.com THIS IS A 15 DEGREE SLOPE INSTRUCTIONS 1. Fold this page along the dotted line indicated above. 2. Align the left edg e of this guide with a vertical tree , a power line pole, a fence post, or any vertical structure. 3. Compare the angle of the fold with the angle of the hill.
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BRIGGS & STRA TTON PRODUC TS W ARRANTY POLIC Y September 2012 LIMITED W ARRANTY Briggs & Stratton warr ants that, during the warr anty period specified below , it will repair or replace, fr ee of charge, an y par t that is defective in material or w orkmanship or both.
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