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Safety Instructions and Operator’s Manual for
PRO SERIES
WALK BEHIND
MOWER
SERIES 1
MODEL
SGV13321KW
MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION
S GV 13 32 1 KW
MODEL DESIGNATION ENGINE TYPE
MODEL TYPE SERIES DESIGNATION
ENGINE HP * DECK SIZE
S – Snapper 13 – 13 Engine HP 1 – Series Designation
GV – Model Designation 32 – 32” Cutting Deck KW – Kawasaki Engine
Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your PRO SERIES WALK BEHIND, read this man
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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. Each person operating the machine must be of sound mind
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PREPARATION OPERATION (Continued From Previous Page) (Continued From Previous Column) 11. Protect yourself when mowing and wear appropriate 3. Stop Blades when crossing gravel drive, walks, and clothing including safety glasses, long pants, ear under any conditions where thrown objects might be protection, hardhat and substantial footwear with a hazard. good traction. Long hair, loose clothing or jewelry 4. DO NOT raise deck with the blades running. may ge
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE 1. Shut off fuel while storing or transporting. DO NOT store machine or fuel container inside where fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light such as in a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliance. Allow engine to cool before storing machine in an enclosure. Store fuel container out of the reach of children in a well ventilated, unoccupied building. 2. Clean grass and debris from engine, mufflers,
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TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................................................2-4 TABLE OF CONTENTS ...............................................................................................................5 SECTION 1 – FAMILIARIZATION ............................................................................................6-7 SECTION 2 – DECAL IDENTIFICATION...................................................................
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SECTION 1 – FAMILIARIZATION OPERATOR’S DASHBOARD PRESENCE SEE FIGURE 1.2 CONTROL (OPC) (L&R) IMPORTANT FUEL CAP The figures and illustrations in this manual are provided for reference only and may differ from your specific model. Contact your Snapper dealer if you have questions. FUEL TANK TRACTION LOCK (L&R) TRACTION STARTER ROPE LEVER (L&R) TRANSMISSION SHIFT AIR FILTER LEVER DECK COVER DISCHARGE MUFFLER DEFLECTOR DECK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT SPACERS REAR TIRE COVER
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SECTION 1 – FAMILIARIZATION ENGINE SPEED BLADE CLUTCH KEY SWITCH CONTROL/ SWITCH LEFT HAND RIGHT HAND CHOKE CONTROL TRACTION LOCK TRACTION LOCK RIGHT HAND LEFT HAND OPERATOR’S OPERATOR’S PRESENCE PRESENCE CONTROL CONTROL (OPC) (OPC) RIGHT LEFT HANDLE HANDLE GRIP GRIP LEFT HAND RIGHT HAND TRACTION LEVER TRACTION LEVER REVERSE LOCKOUT TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER LEVER CONTROL LOCATIONS FIGURE 1.2 SECTION 2 – DECAL IDENTIFICATION DASHBOARD OVERL
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SECTION 2 – DECAL IDENTIFICATION DANGER! ROTATING BLADES KEEP CHILDREN AND OTHERS OUT OF THE MOWING AREA HEARING PROTECTION CAUTION! OPEN BELT DRIVE DANGER! ROTATING BLADES TRANSMISSION SHIFT INDICATOR IMPORTANT SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 8
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SECTION 3 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING DO NOT allow operation of the machine by untrained personnel. IMPORTANT! BEFORE OPERATING: Be thoroughly familiar with all controls and how to use HANDLE them before operating the machine. Know beforehand GRIP how to STOP machine motion, mower blades and engine in preparation for possible emergencies. 3.1 CONTROLS & THEIR FUNCTIONS 3.1.1. OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL (OPC) TRACTION LEVER The Operator Presence Control (OPC) is d
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SECTION 3 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.1 CONTROLS & THEIR FUNCTIONS PULL UP TO ENGAGE (continued) 3.1.4. KEY SWITCH The Key Switch provides or cuts power to the engine. See Figure 3.4. 1. To run engine, turn key to ‘RUN’. 2. To stop engine, turn key to ‘STOP’. ENGINE PUSH DOWN TO DISENGAGE “STOP” FIGURE 3.6 ENGINE “RUN” 3.1.7. TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER The Transmission has five forward speeds and one reverse speed. 1. To engage transmission in a forward gear, move
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SECTION 3 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.2 PRE-START CHECK LIST Make the following checks and perform the services as PUSH TRACTION LEVER required before each start-up: TRACTION SHOWN IN LOCKED LOCK 1. If required, make cutting height adjustments. Refer POSITION FORWARD to Section “CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT”. 2. Check tires and add air as needed to bring pressure to 25 psi in front and 12-15 psi in rear tires. 3. Check Guards, Deflector, and Belt Covers to make sure all are i
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SECTION 3 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: Engine will not start unless transmission is in 3.3 STARTING ENGINE - NEUTRAL position and Blade Clutch Switch is in OFF (Continued from previous page) position. 5. Move Engine Speed Control fully up to CHOKE position. See Figure 3.13. WARNING DO NOT leave machine with engine running. Stop engine. Stop blades. Lock traction levers. Remove key. DO NOT park machine on slopes. 3.4 MACHINE MOVEMENT 3.4.1. FORWARD MOTION. 1. With both
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SECTION 3 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.4 MACHINE MOVEMENT - (Continued from previous page) NOTE: Releasing the Operator’s Presence Control (OPC) while Transmission is in GEAR and/or Blades are ON will ground the Ignition Circuit and cause the Engine to STOP, allowing the Machine to travel only a few feet before coming to a complete STOP. SQUEEZE SQUEEZE LEFT RIGHT WARNING TRACTION TRACTION SQUEEZE BOTH TRACTION LEVER TO LEVER TO During initial training time with machine
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SECTION 3 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5. Push Blade Clutch Switch down to the OFF position 3.4 MACHINE MOVEMENT - when finished mowing. See Figure 3.20. NOTE: (Continued from previous page) Turn off blades as soon as mowing operation is NOTE: Releasing the Operator’s Presence Control complete. (OPC) while Transmission is in GEAR and/or Blades are ON will ground the Ignition Circuit and cause the 3.6 STOPPING MACHINE Engine to STOP, allowing the Machine to travel only a few feet
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SECTION 4 – TROUBLESHOOTING 4.1 ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION Engine....................Key OFF. .............................................................................................. Turn Key to Run. does not.................Fuel Tank empty................................................................................... Fill Fuel Tank. start........................Fuel Shut-Off Closed. .......................................................................
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SECTION 4 – TROUBLESHOOTING 4.2 MOWER TROUBLESHOOTING (Continued) SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION Blades DO ......................................Deck Belt slipping or broken. ....................................... Adjust or Replace Deck Belt. NOT engage. ..................................Blade Clutch does not engage..................................... Check Electrical Connections & Clutch Mower .............................................Travel speed too fast. .......................
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SECTION 5 – MAINTENANCE 5.1 GENERAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE HOURS PROCEDURE COMMENTS BREAK-IN .......................................Check all Grease Points and add if necessary. .........................................................Check all Fasteners for proper tightness. .........................................................Change Engine Oil and Filter at 5 hours...................... (See Engine Manual) DAILY..............................................Check Engine Oil.....
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SECTION 6 – ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIRS 6.1 LOWER TRACTION ROD ADJUSTMENT If mower does not stop firmly when Traction Levers are squeezed, or if mower veers to one side when Traction Levers are squeezed, one or both lower traction rods should be adjusted as follows: 1. Operate mower on level terrain with Transmission Shift Lever in No. 1 position. Determine which side requires adjustment. 2. Stop engine, remove the key from switch and disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. Secure
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SECTION 6 – ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIRS 6.4 HANDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 6.6 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The operator handle can be adjusted for operator The mower has two methods of adjusting cutting height: comfort as follows: 1. Moving position of CUTTING BLADE on cutting blade spindle shaft. 1. Loosen the two bolts on either side of handle 2. Moving position of CUTTING DECK. assembly. See Figure 6.4. 2. Raise or lower handle to desired height. 6.6.1. CUTTING BLADE ADJUSTMENT 3. Retigh
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SECTION 6 – ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIRS WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blades. Lock Traction Levers. Remove key. Disconnect spark plug wires from spark plugs and secure wires away from spark plugs. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before working on machine. 6.6.2. CUTTING DECK ADJUSTMENT LOOSEN Cutting height can be adjusted by raising or lowering the BOLTS Cutting De
