Snapper SERIES 16 250816B User Manual

Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for
REAR ENGINE RIDING MOWER
SERIES 16
MODELS
250816B
N250816B
250816BE
N250816BE
281016BE
N281016BE
301016BE
301216BE
331416BVE
331416KVE
PRECIX BODYI SUFFIXI
INi281 8i,6BEl
MODEL _ SERIES
DESIGNATION I DESIGNATION
• ENGINE
r- HP ENGINE &
CUTTING OPTIONS
WIDTH
i
MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION
PREFIX EXPLANATiON
N- California Model 25 - 25" Cutting Width
28.28" Cutting Width
30.30" Cutting Width
33.33" Cutting Width
BODY EXPLANATION
08.8.0 HP Engine 12.12.0 HP Engine
10.10.0 HP Engine 14.14.0 HP Engine
SUFFIX EXPLANATION
16. Series DesignaHon B. BHggs Engine
V. Overhead Valve
E. Electric Start
Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your REAR ENGINE RIDER, read this manual carefully
and pay particular attention to the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" on Page 2. Remember that all power
equipment can be dangerous if used improperly. Also keep in mind that SAFETY requires careful use in accordance
with the operating instructions and common sense!
COPYRIGHT O 1997
SNAPPER INC
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
MANUAL No. 3-5620 (REV. 1, 9/97)

Snapper SERIES 16 250816B Specifications

General

Engine Type	Briggs & Stratton
Deck Material	Steel
Weight	200 lbs
Mulching Capability	Yes
Drive System	Rear Wheel Drive

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN

Guidelines to prevent child injury during mower operation.

PROTECTION AGAINST TIPOVERS

Safety measures for operating on slopes to prevent tipping.

PREPARATION

OPERATIONAL PRECAUTIONS

Rules for safe operation, including controls, blade use, and environment.

Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST

Essential checks to perform before starting the mower engine.

2.3 STARTING & OPERATION

Procedures for starting the engine and basic operation of the mower.

2.3.1 ENGINE (ELECTRIC START)

Step-by-step guide for starting the engine using the electric start system.

2.3.2 ENGINE (MANUAL START)

Guide for starting the engine manually, for example, with a dead battery.

2.3.3. MOWER BLADE

Instructions for engaging and disengaging the mower blade assembly.

2.4 STOPPING

Procedures for safely stopping the mower's engine and operational components.

2.4.1. ENGINE

Steps to turn off the mower's engine using the ignition key.

2.4.2. WHEEL DRIVE

How to stop the mower's motion using the clutch/brake pedal.

2.4.3. MOWER BLADE

How to stop the mower blade rotation safely.

2.4.4. PARK BRAKE

Engaging and disengaging the parking brake system on the mower.

2.4.5. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

2.4.6. WHEEL DRIVE

Instructions for operating the mower's forward and reverse drive system.

Section 3 - MAINTENANCE

3.2 SERVICE - AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS

3.2.1. CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Procedure for changing the engine oil and filter as part of initial service.

3.2.2. CHECK MOWER BLADE

Inspecting the mower blade for wear, damage, and proper torque.

3.2.3. CHECK MOWER DRIVE BELT

Inspecting the mower drive belt for proper tension and condition.

3.3 AFTER EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS

3.3.1. ENGINE

3.3.2. MOWER COMPONENTS

3.3.3. REAR ENGINE RIDER - LUBRICATION

3.4 ANNUALLY (END OF EACH SEASON)

3.4.2. FUEL FILTER

Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR

4.2 MOWER DECK & COMPONENT ADJUSTMENTS

4.2.1. MOWER DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT

Adjusting the drive belt tension on 25" models.

4.2.2. BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT

Adjusting the blade brake tension for proper blade stopping.

4.2.3. ADJUSTING MOWER BLADE

4.2.4. MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT (LEVELNESS)

4.3 REAR ENGINE RIDER DRIVE COMPONENTS

4.3.1. CLUTCH - STARTING MOTION ADJUSTMENT

4.3.2. CLUTCH - SHIFTING ADJUSTMENT

4.3.3. WHEEL BRAKE ADJUSTMENT

Adjusting the wheel brake for proper stopping distance.

4.4 MOWER BLADE REPAIR/REPLACEMENT

Procedures for inspecting, sharpening, and replacing mower blades.

4.4.2. BLADE SHARPENING

4.5 MOWER DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT

Steps for removing and replacing the mower drive belt.

4.5.2. BELT REPLACEMENT

4.6 BATTERY

4.6.3. BATTERY SERVICE

4.6.5. BATTERY TESTING

SNAPPER. 5 - 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

COMPONENT PARTS - 5 YEARS

Warranty coverage for component parts over a 5-year period.

ENGINE - 2 YEARS

Engine warranty coverage provided by the manufacturer for 2 years.