Safety Instructions and Operator's Manual for PRO GEAR EXPRESS WALK BEHIND MOWERS MID-SIZE SERIES 0 POWER UNIT MODEL SPEL 150KH MOWER UNIT MODEL SPE361 SPE481 MODEL S NUMBER P IELI EXPLANATION is o KH MODEL DESIGNATION MODEL TYPE MODEL OPTION S - Snapper Commercial P - Pro Mid Size Model ENGINE TYPE SERIES DESIGNATION ENGINE HP Model E - Express Model ENGINE HORSE POWER 15- 15.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: This powerful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can cause injury and damage! Failure to comply with the following SAFETY instructions could result in serious injury or death to the operator or other persons. The owner of the machine must understand these instructions and must allow only persons who understand these instructions to operate machine.
A IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A PREPARATION OPERATION (Continued From Previous Page) 11. Protect yourself when mowing and wear appropriate clothing including safety glasses, long pants, ear protection, hardhat and substantial footwear with good traction. Long hair, loose clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts. 12. Know how to STOP blades and engine quickly in preparation for emergencies. 13. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck. 14.
A IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE (Continued From Previous Page) 7. Disconnect battery before performing maintenance or service. Cranking engine could cause injury. Disconnect negative (black) cable from battery first and positive (red) last. Reconnect positive first and negative last. Charge battery in an open well ventilated area, free from spark and flames. Unplug charger before connecting or disconnecting from battery. Wear protective clothing and insulated gloves. 8.
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................... 2-4 TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................................................................................ 5 SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION ................................................................................................. 6 SECTION 2 - SAFETY MESSAGES & SYMBOLS ...................................................................
SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION KEY SWITCH TRACTION OPERATOR'S PRESENCE (OPC) R.H. TRACTION LEVER LEVER TRANSMISSION LEVER ENGINE SPEED CONTROL SHIFT FUEL CAP STARTER ROPE AIR FILTER BELT COVER DECK (36"SHOWN ,DECK COVER COVER RETAINING REAR TIRES DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR DECK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENTSPACERS CASTER WHEEL ASSEMBLY FRONTTIRES FIGURE 1.1 1.1 INTRODUCTION 1.
SECTION 2 - SAFETY MESSAGES AND SYMBOLS CHOKE I_ LEFT TRACTION LEVER SQUEEZEFORLEFTTURN FAST I ENGINE I CONTROL SPEED I SLOW ]_ 5TH'FASTEST I RIGHT TRACTION LEVER SQUEEZE FOR RIGHT TURN SPEEDS FORWARD 1 1ST'sLOWEST I NEUTRAL ] REVERSE ] ENGINE "RUN" ENGINE "STOP" I BLADES ENGAGED-"ON" LOCKED UNLOCKED TRACTION LOCK READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE I I TRACTION LOCK LEVER - USE TO LOCK TRACTION LEVERS IN THE TRACTION "LOCKED" PosmoN I 7 I I I ] / /
SECTION 2 - SAFETY MESSAGES AND SYMBOLS TO_!0 _l_m _ gEliD _N_ S0Tlt_ T_ _ WM_EN S_ n _NG IMPORTANT SAFETY _B _NE AND OPERATING 8 _T f_#_ SEmV_ INSRUCTIONS
SECTION 2 - SAFETY MESSAGES AND SYMBOLS DANGER! ROTATING BLADES. KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY.
SECTION 2 - CONTROLS TRACTION OPERATOR'S PRESENCE CONTROL KEY SWITCH SHOWN IN "STOP" BLADE CLUTCH RIGHT HAND TRACTION LEVER TRANSMISSION ENGINE SPEED CONTROL FIGURE 2.1 NOTE: TRACTION LOCK SHOWN IN THE TRACTION LEVER "LOCKED" POSITION avoid ITo stopping sudden and unexpected turning, both Traction Levers must be moved the same way when starting _ WARNING _1= machine motion.
SECTION 3 - OPERATING 3.1 BEFORE INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING 3.3 Be Thoroughly familiar with all controls and how to use them before operating the machine. Know beforehand how to STOP the Traction Wheel Drives, Mower Blades and Engine in preparation for possible emergencies. 3.2 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. STOPPING CHECK LIST Make the following checks and perform the services as required before each start-up: 1. If required, make cutting height adjustments. Refer to Section "CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT".. 2.
SECTION 3 - OPERATING 3.4 STARTING & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - LEFT SIDE (Continued from previous page) RIGHT HAND TRACTION LEVER MOVE ENGINE SPEED CONTROL TO CHOKE POSITION BLADE CONTROL SWITCH SHOWN IN "OFF" POSITION TRACTION LOCK SHOWN IN TRACTION LOCKED POSITION FIGURE 3.4 IMPORTANT: DO NOT jerk the engine recoil starter handle or allow it to snap back.
SECTION 3 - OPERATING 3.4 STARTING & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - 12. The machine is TURNED by squeezing either the left or right Traction Lever. Squeezing the control declutches the drive belt and applies a brake. Turn left by squeezing the left Traction Lever or turn right by squeezing the right Traction Lever. See Figure 3.9. The more pressure applied while squeezing the traction lever, the sharper the machine will turn. 13.
SECTION 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SLOWLY WARNING TRACTION LOCK UNLOCKED DO NOT operate blades in reverse. Stop blades. LOOK and SEE behind and down for children, pets and hazards before and while backing. Engine speed must be set to SLOW before operating in reverse. RELEASE BOTH TRACTION LEVERS, ALLOWING MACHINE TO START REARWARD MOVEMENT 3.5 REVERSE OPERATION 1. To REVERSE DIRECTION OF MACHINE, STOP Machine and lock Traction Levers in the Traction Locked position. 2.
SECTION 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2, WARNING Brakes require maintenance. operation before operating Section "ADJUSTMENTS, BRAKES". 3,6 1. 2, 3. 4, TRACTION LOCK Inspect for proper machine. Refer to STEERING AND OPERATION With machine in Forward motion gradually squeeze the left hand traction lever. The machine will turn to the left.
SECTION 3 - OPERATING 3.9 CUTTING HEIGHT INSTRUCTIONS ADJUSTMENT (Fixed Decks) Mower has three methods of adjusting cutting height: 1. Moving position of BLADE on cutter spindle shaft. 2. Moving position of CASTER WHEEL on support. 3. Moving position of MOWER DECK on power unit. WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blades. Lock Traction Levers. Remove key.
SECTION 3 - OPERATING 3.11 ADJUSTING INSTRUCTIONS BLADE ON CUTTER SPINDLE (Continued) SPACERS CUTTER SPACERS HOUSING PULLEY t!l_ _ ON TOP _......--, ._... ,....,,,.,,,,,,....._ CUTTER I r- BLAO' l f HOUSING FIGURE 3.14C: MIDDLE HIGH CUT 3" TO 4" BOTTOM r-"'-_l SPACERS ON u_ SPACERS FIGURE 3.13 3.12 ADJUSTING FIXED DECK ATTACHMENT The mower deck has four different positions for attaching it to the power unit.
SECTION 4 - TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM Engine ................... does not ................ stare ...................... ............................... ............................... Key OFF. .............................................................................................. .Turn Key to Run. Fuel Tank empty. .................................................................................. Fill Fuel Tank. Fuel Shut-Off Closed. ..................................
SECTION 4 - TROUBLESHOOTING MOWER TROUBLESHOOTING (Continued) SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION Mower not ...................................... cutting full ...................................... width. Broken or slipping Blade Belt ....................................... Dull, Damaged or Worn Blades ................................... Replace Belt. Check idler and spring. Sharpen Blades or Install new Blades Discharge ....................................... Deflector Becomes ........................
SECTION 5 - ADJUSTMENTS 5.1 STEERING/BRAKES 5. If adjustment is required use the threaded swivel on the Traction Rods. To reduce the gap, turn the swivel clockwise. IMPORTANT! Traction Levers/Rod must be adjusted correctly to insure proper function of the traction belt and Traction Levers If machine is not as responsive as desired when either Traction Lever is squeezed, one or both brakes should be adjusted as follows: 1. 2. 3. Operate mower on level terrain with Transmission Shift Lever in No.
SECTION 5 - ADJUSTMENTS 5.3 HANDLE HEIGHT The operator handle can comfort as follows: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. be adjusted for speed control lever or the transmission Reinstall hair pin. See Figure 5.5. operator Loosen the upper carriage bolt and nut on both left and right lower handles. See Figure 5.3. Remove lower carriage bolt and nut from both left and right handles. Raise or lower handlebar to desired height. See Figure 5.3.
SECTION 6 - POWER UNIT SERVICE 6,1 REPLACEMENT 6.2,2, TRANSMISSION The Peerless MST 205 Series Transmission requires no routine maintenance. Return machine to an authorized Snapper dealer for service, maintenance or problems. PARTS To retain the quality of your mower, use Genuine SNAPPER Replacement Parts only! Contact your local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. For the correct part or information for your mower, always mention Model and Serial Number of Power Unit and 6.2,3.
SECTION 7 - MOWER ATTACHMENT 7.1 TRANSMISSION BELT 2, REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT Should it become necessary to replace the transmission drive belt, contact an authorized SNAPPER Dealer for service. Place Traction Belt on Wheel Pulley followed by Transmission Output Pulley. Reinstall belt cover and tighten two wing-nuts. Adjust Traction Rod and Brake Rod as necessary. Refer to Section "ADJUSTMENTS STEERING/BRAKES and TRACTION LEVERS/RODS". 3.
SECTION 7 - MOWER ATTACHMENT 7.4 CUTTING BLADE SERVICE SERVICE WARNING Check blades after each use for signs of excessive wear and damage. See Figure 7.4 for blade wear limits. " Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury. Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around blades. DO NOT use a blade that is excessively worn or damaged. NEW BLADE" HEAVY END OF BLADE 22 ° TO 28° BLADE _'_t_ WEAR LIMIT _._.
SECTION 7 - MOWER ATTACHMENT 7.5 MOWER SPINDLES (Field Serviceable Spindles) BEARING REPLACEMENT In the event that a spindle bearing requires replacement, the SNAPPER Field Serviceable Spindles have been designed so that no special tools or presses are required. 1. Remove belt. Loosen blade nut and remove. Allow blade bolt, washer, blade and four spacers to drop down out of the spindle housing. See Figure 7.7. 5. Thoroughly clean all parts removing all old contaminated grease. 6.
SECTION 8 - ELECTRICAL ELECTRIC (iIT(B YELLOW BLUE BLACK ENGINE o---- iSA FUSE BREEtt 5( t BLADE SWITCH RED I J BLAC_ YELLOW O_ OPC SWITCH RED _o YELLOW BLACK J TRANSNISSiON SWITCH BLACK FIGURE 8.
2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For two (2) years from purchase date for the original purchaser's use, SNAPPER, through any authorized SNAPPER dealer will replace, free of charge (except for taxes where applicable), any part or parts found upon examination by the factory at McDonough, Georgia, to be defective in material or workmanship or both.
PRIMARY MAINTENANCE an illustration of how dirt can dama & how naintenance can protect it! Snapper uses the best available engines and components In their products In order to _= provide long, satisfactory service. However, proper • = care Is essential In "" prolonging engine life.
PRIMARY MAINTENANCE that dirt will quickly ruin an engine, manufacturers equip their englnse with extremely efficient air cleaners to filter out the harmful dirt, gulp about 12,000, gallons of air for every gallon of f= used. Because of Its working environment, the air available to your Snapper engine Is " heavily saturated with airborne dirt particles. As the dirt pertlclse are stopped, they build up and begin to clog the outside of the filter.
PRIMARY MAINTENANCE Generally, wash foam-type filters In a dlshwashlng detergent and water solution. Rinse and wring dry, then saturate with oll and squeeze out excess. Failure to re-oil this type _ter will ruin the engine. Clean paper elements by tapplng Air Is also needed to keep your engine coot. Dirt, dust & debris build up to restrict and clog cooling air Intake screens and fins. Clean screens and fins at frequent Intervals.
PRIMARY MAINTENANCE On 2-cyele engines, lubrication must be provided by an exact mixture of gasoline and 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil. A 2-cycle engine that Is mistakenly run on strelght gasoline will be ruined in less than 5 mlnutosl If you keep straight gasoline In addition to pre-mlxed 2-cycle engine fuel, be sure the containers are clearly marked to avoid mix-up.
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Safety Instructions and Operator's Manual for PRO GEAR EXPRESS MID-SIZE WALK BEHIND MOWERS SERIES 0 IMPORTANT Snapper products are built using engines that meet or exceed all applicable emissions requirements on the date manufactured. The labels on those engines contain very important emissions information and critical safety warnings. Read, Understand, and Follow all warnings and instructions in this manual, the engine manual, and on the machine, engine and attachments.
