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Snapper ST1942 User Manual

Snapper ST1942
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Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine.
The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty.
09.24.2020 CL
114 06 39-49 Rev. 1 Printed in the U.S.A.
Model 96044001500
ST1942
Operator's Manual
WARNING:
Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings
and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so
can re sult in serious in ju ry.

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Snapper ST1942 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSnapper
ModelST1942
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

Essential instructions for safe and effective tractor operation.

CHILDREN

Safety guidelines for children's interaction with lawn mowing equipment.

GENERAL OPERATION

Essential instructions for safe and effective tractor operation.

SAFETY RULES

SLOPE OPERATION

Guidelines for safely operating the tractor on inclines and slopes.

TOWING

Safe practices for towing attachments with the tractor.

SERVICE

General maintenance and safety checks for the tractor.

SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE

Precautions for safely handling flammable gasoline.

GENERAL SERVICE

General maintenance and safety checks for the tractor.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity and type

Specifies the fuel tank capacity and type of gasoline to use.

Oil Type

Details the recommended oil classification and viscosity grades.

Oil Capacity

Specifies the engine oil capacity with and without filter.

Spark Plug

Identifies the recommended spark plug type and gap setting.

IDENTIFICATION TAG LOCATION

IDENTIFICATION TAG LOCATION

Instructions on finding the product identification tag on the tractor.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

ASSEMBLY

UNASSEMBLED PARTS

List of parts that require assembly after shipping.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

Tools needed to complete the tractor assembly process.

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

Steps for safely removing the tractor from its shipping carton.

UNPACK CARTON

Steps for safely removing the tractor from its shipping carton.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID

Procedures to follow before removing the tractor from the skid.

CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

Procedure for connecting the tractor's battery terminals.

ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Instructions for adjusting the tractor seat for operator comfort.

ASSEMBLY

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID

Steps to safely move the tractor off its shipping skid.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

Ensuring tires are properly inflated for optimal performance.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

Procedure for leveling the mower deck for best cutting results.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

Procedures to ensure the tractor's brake system is functioning correctly.

OPERATION

SYMBOL MEANINGS

Understanding hazard symbols and their associated warnings.

OPERATIONAL SYMBOLS

Explanation of various symbols used on tractor controls and literature.

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS

Understanding hazard symbols and their associated warnings.

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

Familiarization with the tractor's controls and features.

CONTROL IDENTIFICATION

Identification and function of all tractor controls and levers.

OPERATION

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

Guidance on operating the tractor's primary functions.

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 5)

Steps to properly engage and disengage the parking brake.

STOPPING (See Fig. 6)

Procedures for safely stopping mower blades, ground drive, and engine.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 8)

How to control tractor movement using drive pedals.

OPERATION

TO USE CRUISE CONTROL (J) (See Fig. 8)

Instructions for engaging and disengaging the cruise control feature.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 9)

How to set the desired cutting height for the mower deck.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig.10)

Procedure for adjusting mower gauge wheels to prevent deck scalping.

TO OPERATE MOWER

Steps for safely starting and operating the mower blades.

OPERATION

TO STOP MOWER BLADES

Method to safely disengage the mower blades.

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) (See Fig. 12)

How to use the ROS to allow mowing in reverse, with safety precautions.

USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM

How to use the ROS to allow mowing in reverse, with safety precautions.

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

Safety guidelines and techniques for operating on slopes.

TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 4 & 13)

Procedures for safely transporting the tractor.

OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

Checks and procedures before starting the tractor engine.

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

Instructions for checking the engine oil level before operation.

ADD GASOLINE

Guidance on adding the correct type and amount of gasoline.

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 4)

Step-by-step instructions for starting the tractor engine.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50°F/10°C and above)

Procedure for starting the engine in warm conditions.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50°F/10°C and below)

Procedure for starting the engine in cold weather conditions.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

Steps to warm up the transmission before operating in cold weather.

OPERATION

PURGE TRANSMISSION

Procedure to remove air from the transmission for proper operation.

MOWING TIPS

Recommendations for optimal mowing performance and results.

MAINTENANCE

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

General advice on maintaining warranty and tractor condition.

BEFORE EACH USE

Daily checks to perform before operating the tractor.

MAINTENANCE

TRACTOR

Maintenance tasks related to the tractor chassis and components.

BRAKE OPERATION

How to check and adjust the tractor's brake system.

TIRES

Maintaining proper tire pressure and care.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM AND REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) (See Fig. 15)

Checking the functionality of safety systems like OPS and ROS.

BLADE CARE

Tips for maintaining mower blades for optimal performance.

BATTERY

Information on battery maintenance and care.

MAINTENANCE

V-BELTS

Checking V-belts for wear and deterioration.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Ensuring proper cooling of the transmission.

ENGINE

Maintenance procedures related to the tractor's engine.

LUBRICATION

Guidance on selecting and using the correct engine oil.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 18)

Step-by-step instructions for changing the engine oil.

ENGINE OIL FILTER

When and how to replace the engine oil filter.

AIR FILTER

Importance of a clean air filter for engine performance.

MAINTENANCE

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

How to clean the air screen to prevent engine overheating.

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 19)

Ensuring the engine's air cooling system is free of debris.

MUFFLER

Inspection of the muffler and spark arrester for damage.

SPARK PLUGS

When to replace spark plugs for optimal engine performance.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 20)

Procedure for replacing the fuel filter.

CLEANING

General cleaning instructions for the tractor and its components.

MAINTENANCE

DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 22)

Instructions for using the deck wash system for cleaning.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

Critical safety precautions before performing any service.

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 23)

Step-by-step guide for detaching the mower deck from the tractor.

TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 24-28)

Procedure for reattaching the mower deck to the tractor.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO CHASSIS

Connecting the mower's side suspension arms to the tractor chassis.

ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C)

Connecting the rear lift links to the mower and tractor.

ATTACH FRONT LINK (E)

Connecting the front link assembly to the tractor.

IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES.

Ensuring mower belts are correctly routed through all pulley grooves.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO LEVEL MOWER

Adjusting the mower deck for optimal cutting performance.

VISUAL SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 29)

Adjusting mower deck side-to-side for even cutting appearance.

PRECISION SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 30)

Fine-tuning side-to-side mower deck levelness.

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 31 & 32)

Adjusting mower deck front-to-back for optimal cutting height.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 33)

Instructions for replacing the mower blade drive belt.

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 34)

Instructions for replacing the tractor's motion drive belt.

TO CHECK BRAKE

Procedure for checking the tractor's brake system functionality.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

Information on front wheel alignment settings.

TO REMOVE WHEEL (See Fig. 35)

Steps for safely removing a tractor wheel.

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 36)

Procedure for jump-starting the tractor with a weak battery.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES

Procedure for jump-starting the tractor with a weak battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER

Steps for safely disconnecting jumper cables.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 37)

Instructions for safely removing and installing the tractor battery.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 38)

Steps for removing the tractor's hood and grill assembly.

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

Procedure for replacing a burnt-out headlight bulb.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Troubleshooting wiring issues related to safety interlocks.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Instructions for replacing the tractor's fuse.

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT

Information on transmission removal, replacement, and purging.

ENGINE

Engine-related adjustments and maintenance procedures.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

Adjusting the throttle control cable for proper engine speed.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

Adjusting the choke control for starting and cold weather.

STORAGE

TRACTOR

Preparing the tractor for storage.

BATTERY

Proper procedures for storing the tractor battery.

ENGINE

Engine-related procedures for long-term storage.

FUEL SYSTEM

Important steps to prepare the fuel system for storage.

ENGINE OIL

Procedure for changing engine oil before storage.

CYLINDER(S)

Protecting engine cylinders during long-term storage.

OTHER

Additional storage recommendations for the tractor.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Will not start

Causes and corrections for the engine failing to start.

Hard to start

Troubleshooting steps for a tractor that is difficult to start.

Engine will not turn over

Diagnosing and fixing issues when the engine won't crank.

Engine clicks but will not start

Resolving problems when the engine only clicks.

Loss of power

Causes and solutions for reduced engine power.

Excessive vibration

Identifying causes and remedies for excessive tractor vibration.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged

Troubleshooting safety system failures causing engine to run.

Poor cut - uneven

Diagnosing and fixing issues causing uneven grass cutting.

Mower blades will not rotate

Causes and corrections for mower blades failing to spin.

Poor grass discharge

Troubleshooting issues with grass clippings discharge.

Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped)

Diagnosing and fixing problems with tractor headlights.

Battery will not charge

Troubleshooting why the tractor battery is not charging.

Loss of drive

Identifying causes and solutions for loss of tractor drive.

Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF"

Resolving engine backfiring issues when shutting off.

Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse

Troubleshooting engine stalling when shifting into reverse.

LIMITED WARRANTY

Visit us at www.snapper.com

Official website for Snapper product information and support.

Call a Customer Support Representative at 800-317-7833

Contact number for Snapper customer support.

Briggs & Stratton Power Power Products Group, LLC

Manufacturer's contact information for warranty claims.

WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS

Summary of what is covered and not covered by the tractor warranty.

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

SLOPE MEASUREMENT WARNING

Important safety warning and instructions for measuring slopes.

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