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Manual No. 7104742 (Rev. '-') Operator's Manual REAR ENGINE RIDING MOWER SERIES 24 Model No. Description 7800784 2811524BV 7800785 2812524BVE 7800786 3014524BVE 7800787 3317524BVE RNeoptrfoodruction !
Manual No. 7104742 (Rev. '-') Operator's Manual REAR ENGINE RIDING MOWER SERIES 24 Model No. Description 7800784 2811524BV 7800785 2812524BVE 7800786 3014524BVE 7800787 3317524BVE RNeoptrfoodruction !
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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 ... 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 Guide...
...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 ... 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 Guide...
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... are explosive. slopes. DO NOT allow only persons who have any questions pertaining to your satisfaction, contact Customer Service (1-800-935-2967 or www.snapper.com). STOP BLADES. USE EXTRA CARE when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that children will not have to stop or shift... that could turn blades OFF and controls and develop skills. Always keep the machine in serious injury or death to loss-of mower-related injuries. 1. these instructions to ride on the ground to try to protect themselves and others to operate machine...
... are explosive. slopes. DO NOT allow only persons who have any questions pertaining to your satisfaction, contact Customer Service (1-800-935-2967 or www.snapper.com). STOP BLADES. USE EXTRA CARE when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that children will not have to stop or shift... that could turn blades OFF and controls and develop skills. Always keep the machine in serious injury or death to loss-of mower-related injuries. 1. these instructions to ride on the ground to try to protect themselves and others to operate machine...
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... care in highest position when mowing over rough into a trailer or truck. See manufacturer's instructions for traffic when near or crossing roadways. 11. ly. 11. mower to hitch plate as on the ground. ration for proper operation and engine, STOP blades, SET brake, and Remove key before filling. 7. Use extra care...
... care in highest position when mowing over rough into a trailer or truck. See manufacturer's instructions for traffic when near or crossing roadways. 11. ly. 11. mower to hitch plate as on the ground. ration for proper operation and engine, STOP blades, SET brake, and Remove key before filling. 7. Use extra care...
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...hazard and engine overheating. 3. Check brakes frequently; Use only factory authorized replacement parts or like parts when making repairs. 6 www.snapper.com Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for towed equipment and towing on towed equipment. DO NOT allow extra distance to spark plug hole...Continued From Previous Column) towing. On slopes, the weight of children 12. Travel slowly and allow children or others on slopes. 7. Mower blades are in a well ventilated, unoccupied building. Lubricate machine at the hitch 6. Wrap the blades in proper position. 13. Tow ...
...hazard and engine overheating. 3. Check brakes frequently; Use only factory authorized replacement parts or like parts when making repairs. 6 www.snapper.com Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for towed equipment and towing on towed equipment. DO NOT allow extra distance to spark plug hole...Continued From Previous Column) towing. On slopes, the weight of children 12. Travel slowly and allow children or others on slopes. 7. Mower blades are in a well ventilated, unoccupied building. Lubricate machine at the hitch 6. Wrap the blades in proper position. 13. Tow ...
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... • Keep hands and feet away from deck. A spark arrestor may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation. 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.
... • Keep hands and feet away from deck. A spark arrestor may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation. 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.
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...machine to an authorized dealer for children, pets and hazards before and while backing. A Starting and Operation (Continued) Mower Blade 1. This combination will allow the mower blades to begin forward motion. 5. DO NOT operate blades in any desired forward speed without depressing the clutch/brake...and SEE behind and down for adjustment. A Figure 11: Engaging the clutch/brake pedal Not fodruction B pro Figure 10: Engaging the mower blade Re Wheel Drive A 1. Release the clutch/brake pedal to lift the grass while cutting smoothly and evenly. 13 If the blade ...
...machine to an authorized dealer for children, pets and hazards before and while backing. A Starting and Operation (Continued) Mower Blade 1. This combination will allow the mower blades to begin forward motion. 5. DO NOT operate blades in any desired forward speed without depressing the clutch/brake...and SEE behind and down for adjustment. A Figure 11: Engaging the clutch/brake pedal Not fodruction B pro Figure 10: Engaging the mower blade Re Wheel Drive A 1. Release the clutch/brake pedal to lift the grass while cutting smoothly and evenly. 13 If the blade ...
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... until blade brake is adjusted and functioning properly. DO NOT CONTINUE to a complete stop in 3 seconds or less. WARNING ! STOP engine. Stopping - 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 the "OFF" position.... RepA Figure 14: Engaging the clutch/brake pedal 14 www.snapper.com Stop the mower blade by turning the key (A, Figure 13) to neutral and engage park brake. STOP Blade. Shift to the "OFF" position. Remove key...
... until blade brake is adjusted and functioning properly. DO NOT CONTINUE to a complete stop in 3 seconds or less. WARNING ! STOP engine. Stopping - 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 the "OFF" position.... RepA Figure 14: Engaging the clutch/brake pedal 14 www.snapper.com Stop the mower blade by turning the key (A, Figure 13) to neutral and engage park brake. STOP Blade. Shift to the "OFF" position. Remove key...
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... children are released, at which time the system N d will return to your previous mowing method but we encourage you operate your local Snapper dealer for assistance. ! It is our recommendation that this equip- Reverse Lockout Mechanism mode, release blade pedals to ment develop the habit ...the blade and will reset to reverse. DO NOT operate machine if Reverse Lockout Mechanism is an o override lever provided. Contact your mower near roadways or use the Reverse Lockout Mechanism then shift to Reverse Lockout. DANGER ! DO NOT allow reverse operation until the blade ...
... children are released, at which time the system N d will return to your previous mowing method but we encourage you operate your local Snapper dealer for assistance. ! It is our recommendation that this equip- Reverse Lockout Mechanism mode, release blade pedals to ment develop the habit ...the blade and will reset to reverse. DO NOT operate machine if Reverse Lockout Mechanism is an o override lever provided. Contact your mower near roadways or use the Reverse Lockout Mechanism then shift to Reverse Lockout. DANGER ! DO NOT allow reverse operation until the blade ...
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...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 ...or when airborne debris is present. 17 Replace Air Filter Replace pre-cleaner See Dealer Annually to r n Lubricate tractor and mower fo tio Check/replace mower blades ** t * Whichever comes first c ** Check blades more often in regions with sandy soils RNeoprodu or high dust conditions.
...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 ...or when airborne debris is present. 17 Replace Air Filter Replace pre-cleaner See Dealer Annually to r n Lubricate tractor and mower fo tio Check/replace mower blades ** t * Whichever comes first c ** Check blades more often in regions with sandy soils RNeoprodu or high dust conditions.
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... plug. the correct part or information for service instructions. t c 4. N d A wear or damage on its rear bumper. 18 www.snapper.com Refer to the engine manual for a particular Rear Engine 5. IMPORTANT To avoid damaging the emissions system: • Do not overfill the fuel... 19: Oil drain plugs 5. Engage parking brake. DANGER ! After all parts to lower the rear of the Rear ! Engine Check Mower Blade and components are HOT. the Engine Manual for oil specifications. 7. Check the blade for proper blade inspection and service procedures. WARNING...
... plug. the correct part or information for service instructions. t c 4. N d A wear or damage on its rear bumper. 18 www.snapper.com Refer to the engine manual for a particular Rear Engine 5. IMPORTANT To avoid damaging the emissions system: • Do not overfill the fuel... 19: Oil drain plugs 5. Engage parking brake. DANGER ! After all parts to lower the rear of the Rear ! Engine Check Mower Blade and components are HOT. the Engine Manual for oil specifications. 7. Check the blade for proper blade inspection and service procedures. WARNING...
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... allow all B parts to the deck. sion. 1. Remove the four self-tapping screws (A, Figure 21), two on the left side of mower drive belt cover (B). 3. Check the blade brake for proper function: Engage the park brake, and push the machine. Blades must be adjusted.... "OFF", move the blade lever e back to the section entitled "BLADE DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT". Blade Brake 1. Refer do not operate the machine. SNAPPER dealer for assistance. * IMPORTANT: The blade drive belt on machine. for signs of cut position (middle p notch). WARNING ! The machine should ...
... allow all B parts to the deck. sion. 1. Remove the four self-tapping screws (A, Figure 21), two on the left side of mower drive belt cover (B). 3. Check the blade brake for proper function: Engage the park brake, and push the machine. Blades must be adjusted.... "OFF", move the blade lever e back to the section entitled "BLADE DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT". Blade Brake 1. Refer do not operate the machine. SNAPPER dealer for assistance. * IMPORTANT: The blade drive belt on machine. for signs of cut position (middle p notch). WARNING ! The machine should ...
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...with a engine cover, or the compartment will appear clean. 2. Depress and hold the clutch/brake pedal. 3. Contact your SNAPPER dealer immediately for inspection. LUBRICATION". 2. Mower Blade Spindle. The Blade Control is not in the "ON" (blades engaged) posi- The Clutch/Brake Pedal is r not... interlock or safety device is in place and functioning properly. N d ! refer to remove the air cleaner cover (B). LUBRICATION". 20 www.snapper.com Change the air filter: • Pull up and rotate the air cleaner latch (A, Figure 23) to engine manual) • Remove...
...with a engine cover, or the compartment will appear clean. 2. Depress and hold the clutch/brake pedal. 3. Contact your SNAPPER dealer immediately for inspection. LUBRICATION". 2. Mower Blade Spindle. The Blade Control is not in the "ON" (blades engaged) posi- The Clutch/Brake Pedal is r not... interlock or safety device is in place and functioning properly. N d ! refer to remove the air cleaner cover (B). LUBRICATION". 20 www.snapper.com Change the air filter: • Pull up and rotate the air cleaner latch (A, Figure 23) to engine manual) • Remove...
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... WARNING ! Engage parking brake. Fuel Filler Cap must be on the rear o u bumper. (See statement below .) 4. Clean Mower Deck Figure 24: Mower blade spindle grease fitting 1. Clean the underside of motor oil. Lubrication t c 1. Lubrication Lubricate the shift lever grease fitting (A, Figure... the front wheel grease fittings (A, Figure 25) with the engine running. A Figure 26: Shift lever grease fitting 21 A Mower Deck Levelness Check the mower deck for longer p than two hours, remove the battery. r n 5. Lubricate the spindle grease fitting (A, Figure 24) with...
... WARNING ! Engage parking brake. Fuel Filler Cap must be on the rear o u bumper. (See statement below .) 4. Clean Mower Deck Figure 24: Mower blade spindle grease fitting 1. Clean the underside of motor oil. Lubrication t c 1. Lubrication Lubricate the shift lever grease fitting (A, Figure... the front wheel grease fittings (A, Figure 25) with the engine running. A Figure 26: Shift lever grease fitting 21 A Mower Deck Levelness Check the mower deck for longer p than two hours, remove the battery. r n 5. Lubricate the spindle grease fitting (A, Figure 24) with...
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... to the Section entitled "BATTERY STORAGE". 6. inspected regularly for leaks. 2. All bushings and pivot areas. 2. Check both front wheel king pins. 3. Clutch disc. 5. Clutch yoke. 6. Mower deck linkage and pivot areas. Perform the following ! grass clippings and debris. 1. Drain the fuel from plug. Remove the hose clamps (B, Figure 30) from the...
... to the Section entitled "BATTERY STORAGE". 6. inspected regularly for leaks. 2. All bushings and pivot areas. 2. Check both front wheel king pins. 3. Clutch disc. 5. Clutch yoke. 6. Mower deck linkage and pivot areas. Perform the following ! grass clippings and debris. 1. Drain the fuel from plug. Remove the hose clamps (B, Figure 30) from the...
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...by an authorized dealer. If the blades take machine immediately to prevent fuel spillage. ! Figure 32: Adjusting blade brake tension 24 www.snapper.com Fuel Filler Cap must be achieved with the adjustment procedure described above, take longer than 3 seconds to stop the blades within ... tio Blade Brake Adjustment The automatic Blade Brake should stop , N d perform the following mower deck and component adjustments and repairs can be closed securely to an authorized Snapper dealer. Reinstall the belt cover and tighten the bolts securely. DO NOT continue to cool ...
...by an authorized dealer. If the blades take machine immediately to prevent fuel spillage. ! Figure 32: Adjusting blade brake tension 24 www.snapper.com Fuel Filler Cap must be achieved with the adjustment procedure described above, take longer than 3 seconds to stop the blades within ... tio Blade Brake Adjustment The automatic Blade Brake should stop , N d perform the following mower deck and component adjustments and repairs can be closed securely to an authorized Snapper dealer. Reinstall the belt cover and tighten the bolts securely. DO NOT continue to cool ...
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...Rear X-1/8" (28, 33") X+1/8" (30") B B A C C Figure 33: Adjusting deck levelness (side-to-side) (View of machine) D A Figure 34: Adjusting the mower deck (front-to cool before working on a smooth, level surface, rotate the blade until the o blade tips are HOT. Remove spark plug wire from spark...25 Remove the angle iron, pipe, or similar object, and pro- ! of rota- 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 prevent fuel spillage. Adjustment 1. WARNING ...
...Rear X-1/8" (28, 33") X+1/8" (30") B B A C C Figure 33: Adjusting deck levelness (side-to-side) (View of machine) D A Figure 34: Adjusting the mower deck (front-to cool before working on a smooth, level surface, rotate the blade until the o blade tips are HOT. Remove spark plug wire from spark...25 Remove the angle iron, pipe, or similar object, and pro- ! of rota- 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 prevent fuel spillage. Adjustment 1. WARNING ...
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... (B) through the hole (C) in the pedal to prevent fuel spillage. Refer to the section entitled "CHECK MOWER DRIVE BELT". Make sure the hardware is less than 1". Figure 37: Clutch/brake cable adjustment 26 www.snapper.com Engine and components are HOT. Fuel Filler Cap must be closed securely to attain slack in...
... (B) through the hole (C) in the pedal to prevent fuel spillage. Refer to the section entitled "CHECK MOWER DRIVE BELT". Make sure the hardware is less than 1". Figure 37: Clutch/brake cable adjustment 26 www.snapper.com Engine and components are HOT. Fuel Filler Cap must be closed securely to attain slack in...
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...Reinstall the blade. A (C) Dangerous condition - Replace with the engine running. WARNING ! R Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working on mower! Follow the WARNING statement found on its Blade Sharpening rear bumper. 1. Carefully stand the Rear Engine Rider on this page. 2. Inspect the... condition of the blade. 28 www.snapper.com If the blade is in the filler neck. • Empty the fuel tank before working Figure 42: Removing the mower blade B A Figure 43: Sharpening the mower blade IMPORTANT around cutting blades. Fuel Filler Cap must...
...Reinstall the blade. A (C) Dangerous condition - Replace with the engine running. WARNING ! R Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working on mower! Follow the WARNING statement found on its Blade Sharpening rear bumper. 1. Carefully stand the Rear Engine Rider on this page. 2. Inspect the... condition of the blade. 28 www.snapper.com If the blade is in the filler neck. • Empty the fuel tank before working Figure 42: Removing the mower blade B A Figure 43: Sharpening the mower blade IMPORTANT around cutting blades. Fuel Filler Cap must...
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..., service or repairs with your hand and work the belt between the drive disc and the rubber driven disc. 6. Remove key. Check the mower drive belt tension and adjust if necessary (28" & 30" decks only). Refer to the neutral (N) position. 5. Move the transmission shift ...sure the belt is inside the spindle belt guide (D) and the idler belt guide (B). Engage parking brake. Reinstall the mower drive belt cover. Mower Drive Belt Replacement Inspect the mower drive belt as shown. Follow the WARNING statement found on machine. Remove the idler (A, Figures 45 and 46). 8....
..., service or repairs with your hand and work the belt between the drive disc and the rubber driven disc. 6. Remove key. Check the mower drive belt tension and adjust if necessary (28" & 30" decks only). Refer to the neutral (N) position. 5. Move the transmission shift ...sure the belt is inside the spindle belt guide (D) and the idler belt guide (B). Engage parking brake. Reinstall the mower drive belt cover. Mower Drive Belt Replacement Inspect the mower drive belt as shown. Follow the WARNING statement found on machine. Remove the idler (A, Figures 45 and 46). 8....