Snapper R5000 - Pre-Start Checklist

INTRODUCTION
This manual covers the recommended operating
procedures and routine service requirements for the
Snapper model R5000 rear tine tilier. Specific
detaiis invoiving the engine are found in the
separate engine owner’s manuai. Study these
manuais before operating and keep both handy for
future reference.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Be thoroughiy familiar with ali controis and how to
use them before operating your tiiler. Make the
foilowing checks and perform the services as re¬
quired before each start up.
FIG. 2 - ENGiNE STOP-START CONTROL
CHECK ENGINE OIL and bring ievei up to fuil (refer
to engine manuai for oii specifications).
CHECK AIR CLEANER and service according to in¬
structions in Engine Manuai.
CHECK EXTERNAL SURFACES and remove dirt,
dust accumuiation and clean tines as needed.
CHECK GUARDS to make sure all are in proper posi¬
tion and securely tightened.
FILL FUEL TANK where fumes will be safely
dissipated. Refer to engine manual for fuel
specifications.
The driving wheels and tines are engaged by moving
the CLUTCH CONTROL up to the handle bar. Before
attempting to start the engine, check to make sure
the CLUTCH CONTROL is in disengaged position
away from the handle bar. The engine starting¬
stopping control is locate on the front left side of the
engine. Operate engine as follows:
STEP 1: On cold start, move the engine control all
the way forward to FAST position.
STEP 2: Pull rope starter out in smooth steady mo¬
tion until engine runs. Guide rope starter handle
back to engine rather than allowing it to snap back.
PRE-START CHECK LIST
STARTING-STOPPING
STEP 3: Allow brief warm up period then move
engine control rearward out of full forward (choke)
position to desired speed setting.
STEP 3: To stop engine, move engine control rear¬
ward to STOP position.
FIG. 4 - SKID ARM (DEPTH LEVER)
FIG. 3 ■ TRACTION & TINE CLUTCH CONTROL
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