Snapper 18HP

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Table of Contents
Safety Rules & Information.................................2
Identification Numbers........................................8
Safety Decals .......................................................9
Safety Interlock System ....................................10
Safety Icons .......................................................11
Features & Controls ..........................................12
Control Functions..................................................12
Operation ...........................................................14
General Operating Safety .....................................14
Checks Before Starting .........................................14
Starting the Engine ...............................................15
Stopping the Rider & Engine.................................15
Pushing the Rider by Hand ...................................15
Zero Turn Driving Practice.....................................16
Mower Removal & Installation...............................18
Mowing..................................................................19
Mowing Recommendations...................................19
Mowing Methods...................................................20
Attaching a Trailer..................................................21
Regular Maintenance ........................................22
Schedule ...............................................................22
Lubrication ............................................................23
Servicing the Mower Blades .................................24
Checking Tire Pressures.......................................25
Checking/Adding Fuel...........................................25
Fuel Filter ..............................................................25
Engine Maintenance .............................................25
Check/Fill Transmission Oil ...................................26
Transmission Oil Filter Change .............................26
Battery Maintenance .............................................27
Storage..................................................................27
Troubleshooting, Adjustments & Service .......28
Troubleshooting the Rider .....................................28
Troubleshooting the Mower ...................................29
Common Cutting Problems...................................30
Seat Adjustment....................................................31
Ground Speed Control Lever Adjustment .............31
Speed Balancing Adjustment................................32
Cutting Height Adjustment ....................................32
Neutral Adjustment................................................32
Parking Brake Adjustment.....................................33
Suspension Adjustment ........................................34
PTO Clutch Adjustment.........................................35
Blade Brake Check ...............................................35
Mower Deck Leveling ............................................36
Roller Bar Leveling................................................37
Mower Belt Replacement......................................37
Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement..............38
Battery Charging ...................................................38
Specifications ....................................................39
Technical Manuals.............................................39
NOTE: In this manual, “left” and “right” are referred to as
seen from the operating position.
Safety
Controls
Operation
Maintenance
Troubleshooting Specifications