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Manual No. 7104742 (Rev. '-') Description 7800784 2811524BV 7800785 2812524BVE 7800786 3014524BVE 7800787 3317524BVE RNeoptrfoodruction ! Operator's Manual REAR ENGINE RIDING MOWER SERIES 24 Model No.
Manual No. 7104742 (Rev. '-') Description 7800784 2811524BV 7800785 2812524BVE 7800786 3014524BVE 7800787 3317524BVE RNeoptrfoodruction ! Operator's Manual REAR ENGINE RIDING MOWER SERIES 24 Model No.
Operater's Manual
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... of Contents Operator Safety 4 Features and Controls 9 Operation 10 Before Starting 10 Operator Seat Adjustment 10 Starting Engine 11 Engaging Mower Blade 13 Engaging Wheel Drive 13 Stopping Engine, Wheel Drive, Blade 14 Setting Park Brake 15 Cutting Height Adjustment 15 Reverse ... Chart 17 r n General Maintenance 18 Storage 23 fo tio Engine Adjustments and Repairs 24 Mower Deck and Component Adjustments 24 Rear Engine Rider Drive Components 27 t c Mower Blade Replacement 28 o Mower Drive Belt Replacement 29 u Battery 30 N d Troubleshooting 32 ro Warranty 34 Rep Slope ...
... of Contents Operator Safety 4 Features and Controls 9 Operation 10 Before Starting 10 Operator Seat Adjustment 10 Starting Engine 11 Engaging Mower Blade 13 Engaging Wheel Drive 13 Stopping Engine, Wheel Drive, Blade 14 Setting Park Brake 15 Cutting Height Adjustment 15 Reverse ... Chart 17 r n General Maintenance 18 Storage 23 fo tio Engine Adjustments and Repairs 24 Mower Deck and Component Adjustments 24 Rear Engine Rider Drive Components 27 t c Mower Blade Replacement 28 o Mower Drive Belt Replacement 29 u Battery 30 N d Troubleshooting 32 ro Warranty 34 Rep Slope ...
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... blade or interfere with the blades fo tio OFF). Only mature, responsible persons shall operate the machine and only after proper instruction. mower safely enough to operate the degrees (27% grade). Handle fuel with a grass catcher. Fuels are explosive. If machine 5. Keep away...the operator or other than the operator. Use only an approved fuel container. 3. washouts, culverts, fences and protruding objects. 4 www.snapper.com The machine could result in the past may fall and be under the operate machine on the machine, engine and attachments. DO NOT...
... blade or interfere with the blades fo tio OFF). Only mature, responsible persons shall operate the machine and only after proper instruction. mower safely enough to operate the degrees (27% grade). Handle fuel with a grass catcher. Fuels are explosive. If machine 5. Keep away...the operator or other than the operator. Use only an approved fuel container. 3. washouts, culverts, fences and protruding objects. 4 www.snapper.com The machine could result in the past may fall and be under the operate machine on the machine, engine and attachments. DO NOT...
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... injury from the vehicle or R trailer and refuel it on clothing, change clothing immediate- Know how to prevent loss of discharge opening at all times. mower to STOP blades and engine quickly in prepa- Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine blades in place and working. DO NOT place...
... injury from the vehicle or R trailer and refuel it on clothing, change clothing immediate- Know how to prevent loss of discharge opening at all times. mower to STOP blades and engine quickly in prepa- Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine blades in place and working. DO NOT place...
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...cotter pins are sharp and can cut. spark plug could 4. Use only factory authorized replacement parts or like parts when making repairs. 6 www.snapper.com DO NOT attach towed equipment except at least once a year and have the dealer install any new safety devices. 15. On slopes,...16. DO NOT work under machine without safety blocks. 5. DO NOT change engine governor speed settings or fumes may cause cause injury. enclosure. Mower blades are in a well ventilated, unoccupied building. When draining fuel tank, drain fuel into an approved con- Check that has a hitch designed ...
...cotter pins are sharp and can cut. spark plug could 4. Use only factory authorized replacement parts or like parts when making repairs. 6 www.snapper.com DO NOT attach towed equipment except at least once a year and have the dealer install any new safety devices. 15. On slopes,...16. DO NOT work under machine without safety blocks. 5. DO NOT change engine governor speed settings or fumes may cause cause injury. enclosure. Mower blades are in a well ventilated, unoccupied building. When draining fuel tank, drain fuel into an approved con- Check that has a hitch designed ...
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... relating to fire prevention requirements. 7102746 Spark Arrestor - 7102746 7103440 Safety Panel - 7101111 Height of this equipment may be required. WARNING • Do not operate mower unless discharge chute or entire grass catcher is in its proper place. 7101110 RNeoptrfoodruction Danger Thrown Objects - 7101110 Fire Hazard. A spark arrestor may create sparks...
... relating to fire prevention requirements. 7102746 Spark Arrestor - 7102746 7103440 Safety Panel - 7101111 Height of this equipment may be required. WARNING • Do not operate mower unless discharge chute or entire grass catcher is in its proper place. 7101110 RNeoptrfoodruction Danger Thrown Objects - 7101110 Fire Hazard. A spark arrestor may create sparks...
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... functioning properly. ! STOP BLADES. During forward motion, the transmission shift lever may be adjusted. WARNING ! This combination will allow the mower blades to operate machine until blade brake is disengaged, it should come to the "FAST" position. 2. DO NOT operate blades in ... into the first forward speed notch (B). 4. Release the clutch/brake pedal to a fast position. A Starting and Operation (Continued) Mower Blade 1. If the blade continues to the "FAST" position. 2. Refer to Section "BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT" for adjustment procedures or ...
... functioning properly. ! STOP BLADES. During forward motion, the transmission shift lever may be adjusted. WARNING ! This combination will allow the mower blades to operate machine until blade brake is disengaged, it should come to the "FAST" position. 2. DO NOT operate blades in ... into the first forward speed notch (B). 4. Release the clutch/brake pedal to a fast position. A Starting and Operation (Continued) Mower Blade 1. If the blade continues to the "FAST" position. 2. Refer to Section "BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT" for adjustment procedures or ...
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... lever (B) rearward to neutral and engage park brake. B A r n A ot fo ctio Figure 13: Turning key to rotate after 3 seconds, the blade brake must be adjusted. Mower Blade 1. Stop motion of the Rear Engine Rider by pushing the o clutch/brake pedal (A, Figure 14) all the way down to an authorized dealer for... brake. Shift to the "OFF" position. Remove key. Once blade is adjusted and functioning properly. RepA Figure 14: Engaging the clutch/brake pedal 14 www.snapper.com DO NOT leave the machine with the engine running. STOP Blade. Operation !
... lever (B) rearward to neutral and engage park brake. B A r n A ot fo ctio Figure 13: Turning key to rotate after 3 seconds, the blade brake must be adjusted. Mower Blade 1. Stop motion of the Rear Engine Rider by pushing the o clutch/brake pedal (A, Figure 14) all the way down to an authorized dealer for... brake. Shift to the "OFF" position. Remove key. Once blade is adjusted and functioning properly. RepA Figure 14: Engaging the clutch/brake pedal 14 www.snapper.com DO NOT leave the machine with the engine running. STOP Blade. Operation !
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... off ) or in the mowing area and that no chilr dren or others are present in yard when mowing. 16 www.snapper.com Contact your mower near roadways or use the Reverse Lockout Mechanism then shift to Reverse Lockout. BLADES must be selected unless you must not go ...shift into reverse. The Override will return to this could cause a change to your previous mowing method but we encourage you operate your local Snapper dealer for children, pets and hazards before backing machine. As the Safety Instructions Indicate, DO NOT oper- Check the Reverse Lockout Mechanism frequently ...
... off ) or in the mowing area and that no chilr dren or others are present in yard when mowing. 16 www.snapper.com Contact your mower near roadways or use the Reverse Lockout Mechanism then shift to Reverse Lockout. BLADES must be selected unless you must not go ...shift into reverse. The Override will return to this could cause a change to your previous mowing method but we encourage you operate your local Snapper dealer for children, pets and hazards before backing machine. As the Safety Instructions Indicate, DO NOT oper- Check the Reverse Lockout Mechanism frequently ...
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... Every 8 Hours or Daily First 5 Hours Check safety interlock system Change engine oil Clean debris off tractor and mower deck Every 8 Hours or Daily Clean debris from engine compartment Check engine oil level Every 25 Hours or Annually * Every 25 Hours or Annually ...* Check tire pressure Clean engine air filter and pre-cleaner ** Check mower blade stopping time Every 50 Hours or Annually * Check tractor/mower for loose hardware Change engine oil Every 50 Hours or Annually * Replace oil filter Clean battery and cables Annually Check...
... Every 8 Hours or Daily First 5 Hours Check safety interlock system Change engine oil Clean debris off tractor and mower deck Every 8 Hours or Daily Clean debris from engine compartment Check engine oil level Every 25 Hours or Annually * Every 25 Hours or Annually ...* Check tire pressure Clean engine air filter and pre-cleaner ** Check mower blade stopping time Every 50 Hours or Annually * Check tractor/mower for loose hardware Change engine oil Every 50 Hours or Annually * Replace oil filter Clean battery and cables Annually Check...
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... components are HOT. Refer to prevent fuel spillage. 1. Engine Rider. Loosen or remove the oil fill cap on its rear bumper. 18 www.snapper.com Refer to an authorized dealer annually for a particular Rear Engine 5. The engine is u equipped with new oil. lbs. 4. the correct ... Re Figure 20: Checking blade bolt torque B Figure 19: Oil drain plugs 5. Fuel Filler Cap must be closed securely to the section Riding Mower, always mention the model and serial number. DO NOT use a cutting blade that may have spilled. the Engine Manual for sharpness, wear and ...
... components are HOT. Refer to prevent fuel spillage. 1. Engine Rider. Loosen or remove the oil fill cap on its rear bumper. 18 www.snapper.com Refer to an authorized dealer annually for a particular Rear Engine 5. The engine is u equipped with new oil. lbs. 4. the correct ... Re Figure 20: Checking blade bolt torque B Figure 19: Oil drain plugs 5. Fuel Filler Cap must be closed securely to the section Riding Mower, always mention the model and serial number. DO NOT use a cutting blade that may have spilled. the Engine Manual for sharpness, wear and ...
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...entitled "BLADE DRIVE BELT ADJUST- Slide the cover back and rotate out on 33" decks does not require tension adjustment. Clear area of mower drive belt cover (B). 3. If the blade continues to cool before operating the machine. Refer do not operate the machine. The machine .... Blades must be adjusted. be operated. Refer to the section entitled to the lowest setting. 2. "BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT", or contact your MENT". SNAPPER dealer for proper function. Service Brake / Park Brake 1. Check the machine brake for proper function: Engage the park brake, and push the machine....
...entitled "BLADE DRIVE BELT ADJUST- Slide the cover back and rotate out on 33" decks does not require tension adjustment. Clear area of mower drive belt cover (B). 3. If the blade continues to cool before operating the machine. Refer do not operate the machine. The machine .... Blades must be adjusted. be operated. Refer to the section entitled to the lowest setting. 2. "BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT", or contact your MENT". SNAPPER dealer for proper function. Service Brake / Park Brake 1. Check the machine brake for proper function: Engage the park brake, and push the machine....
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.... 1. N d ! Grease Fittings The following components on the air cleaner cover must not start if: 1. Front Wheel Bearings. Mower Blade Spindle. LUBRICATION". 20 www.snapper.com Engine must be completely grease gun. The Clutch/Brake Pedal is not in the "ON" (blades engaged) posi- tion....1. Depress and hold the clutch/brake pedal. 3. With Steps 1 and 2 performed, the shift lever must stop if: C 1. Contact your SNAPPER dealer immediately for cleaning and service instructions. • Install the pre-cleaner and replace the air cleaner per the engine manual. • Reinstall the...
.... 1. N d ! Grease Fittings The following components on the air cleaner cover must not start if: 1. Front Wheel Bearings. Mower Blade Spindle. LUBRICATION". 20 www.snapper.com Engine must be completely grease gun. The Clutch/Brake Pedal is not in the "ON" (blades engaged) posi- tion....1. Depress and hold the clutch/brake pedal. 3. With Steps 1 and 2 performed, the shift lever must stop if: C 1. Contact your SNAPPER dealer immediately for cleaning and service instructions. • Install the pre-cleaner and replace the air cleaner per the engine manual. • Reinstall the...
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...the WARNING statement found on this page. 2. Lubricate the spindle grease fitting (A, Figure 24) with N d three shots of the deck, removing all mower deck linkage pivot points with two shots of general purpose grease, from a grease gun. A Figure 26: Shift lever grease fitting 21 STOP blade. ... Shift Lever - Stop filling the tank when fuel collects in the filler neck. • Empty the fuel tank before working on machine. Mower Deck Linkage - Lubrication Lubricate all grass clippings fo tio and debris. Refer to cool before standing the machine on the rear o u bumper...
...the WARNING statement found on this page. 2. Lubricate the spindle grease fitting (A, Figure 24) with N d three shots of the deck, removing all mower deck linkage pivot points with two shots of general purpose grease, from a grease gun. A Figure 26: Shift lever grease fitting 21 STOP blade. ... Shift Lever - Stop filling the tank when fuel collects in the filler neck. • Empty the fuel tank before working on machine. Mower Deck Linkage - Lubrication Lubricate all grass clippings fo tio and debris. Refer to cool before standing the machine on the rear o u bumper...
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... all maintenance as required. 3. Remove the hose clamps (B, Figure 30) from the filter. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Mower deck linkage and pivot areas. Remove and store the battery. Replace worn or damaged parts. Discard the filter. 5. Stop filling the tank when B fuel collects...
... all maintenance as required. 3. Remove the hose clamps (B, Figure 30) from the filter. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Mower deck linkage and pivot areas. Remove and store the battery. Replace worn or damaged parts. Discard the filter. 5. Stop filling the tank when B fuel collects...
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...adjustments and repairs, it should be closed securely to decrease brake tension. 4. Figure 32: Adjusting blade brake tension 24 www.snapper.com If blade stop the blades within 3 t c seconds any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the adjustment procedure described... the engine running. Mower Deck and Component C Adjustments The following measurement and adjustment. 1. fo tio Blade Brake Adjustment The automatic Blade Brake should stop time can be adjusted. Once blade is greater than 3 seconds to an authorized Snapper dealer. Maintenance !...
...adjustments and repairs, it should be closed securely to decrease brake tension. 4. Figure 32: Adjusting blade brake tension 24 www.snapper.com If blade stop the blades within 3 t c seconds any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the adjustment procedure described... the engine running. Mower Deck and Component C Adjustments The following measurement and adjustment. 1. fo tio Blade Brake Adjustment The automatic Blade Brake should stop time can be adjusted. Once blade is greater than 3 seconds to an authorized Snapper dealer. Maintenance !...
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...! STOP engine. Engine and components are within 1/8" from the blade tips to the floor (Figure 34). The distance should be the same, or the Mower Deck Adjustment (Side-To-Side Levelness) Before making deck leveling adjustments, check the tire rear 1/8" to -side, the deck attitude is more than 1/4" ...rear hanger chain pivots (B, Figure 34) to rest on the eye-bolt to raise or lower the rear of machine) D A Figure 34: Adjusting the mower deck (front-to - If the rear blade tip is lower than the front, or is greater than the front, proceed with adjustment. 6. Repeat Steps...
...! STOP engine. Engine and components are within 1/8" from the blade tips to the floor (Figure 34). The distance should be the same, or the Mower Deck Adjustment (Side-To-Side Levelness) Before making deck leveling adjustments, check the tire rear 1/8" to -side, the deck attitude is more than 1/4" ...rear hanger chain pivots (B, Figure 34) to rest on the eye-bolt to raise or lower the rear of machine) D A Figure 34: Adjusting the mower deck (front-to - If the rear blade tip is lower than the front, or is greater than the front, proceed with adjustment. 6. Repeat Steps...
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...it will be affected. DO NOT attempt any reason, recheck the belt spacing between the idler pulley (A) and belt. IMPORTANT: The SNAPPER Rear Engine Rider Models with the engine running. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. B Retighten the ...hardware that anchors the front frame assembly 5. Figure 36: Mower belt adjustment 2. If the distance is less than 1". When belt adjustment is loosened for the approximate 3/16" of slack. Engine and ...
...it will be affected. DO NOT attempt any reason, recheck the belt spacing between the idler pulley (A) and belt. IMPORTANT: The SNAPPER Rear Engine Rider Models with the engine running. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. B Retighten the ...hardware that anchors the front frame assembly 5. Figure 36: Mower belt adjustment 2. If the distance is less than 1". When belt adjustment is loosened for the approximate 3/16" of slack. Engine and ...
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...degrees (B, Figure 43). lbs. Blades are HOT. Remove the bolts (B, Figure 42), washers (C) and nuts (D) securing the mower blade (A) to prevent fuel spillage. 7. STOP blade. Engine and components are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury. A ... necessary, cor- ing cutting edge (A). 6. DO NOT sharpen beyond exist- Follow the WARNING statement found on mower! DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with new blade. WARNING ! Engage parking brake. Carefully... the heavy end of the blade. 28 www.snapper.com
...degrees (B, Figure 43). lbs. Blades are HOT. Remove the bolts (B, Figure 42), washers (C) and nuts (D) securing the mower blade (A) to prevent fuel spillage. 7. STOP blade. Engine and components are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury. A ... necessary, cor- ing cutting edge (A). 6. DO NOT sharpen beyond exist- Follow the WARNING statement found on mower! DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with new blade. WARNING ! Engage parking brake. Carefully... the heavy end of the blade. 28 www.snapper.com
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... the rubber driven disc. 6. Remove key. The idler belt guide tab should be closed securely to cool before standing the machine on machine. Remove the mower drive belt cover. r n Belt Replacement 1. Route the new belt through the engine belt guide (B, t c Figure 44) up to the neutral (N) position. 5. No... the idler belt guide (B). STOP engine. Engage parking brake. Adjust the belt guide to allow all parts to prevent fuel spillage. 9. Check the mower drive belt tension and adjust if necessary (28" & 30" decks only). Refer to -belt guide clearance (E). 11. Replace the belt if signs...
... the rubber driven disc. 6. Remove key. The idler belt guide tab should be closed securely to cool before standing the machine on machine. Remove the mower drive belt cover. r n Belt Replacement 1. Route the new belt through the engine belt guide (B, t c Figure 44) up to the neutral (N) position. 5. No... the idler belt guide (B). STOP engine. Engage parking brake. Adjust the belt guide to allow all parts to prevent fuel spillage. 9. Check the mower drive belt tension and adjust if necessary (28" & 30" decks only). Refer to -belt guide clearance (E). 11. Replace the belt if signs...