Snapper FLT19540RD, ELT2240RD manual

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    OPERA T OR’S MANU AL 19.5 HP Hydr o T ractors Mfg. No. Title Description 2690782 19.5 HP Simplicity Regent XL RD , 19.5 HP OHV 2690784 19.5 HP Snapper EL T19540RD 22 HP Hydr o T ractors Mfg. No. Title Description 2690783 22 HP Simplicity Regent XL RD , 22 HP V -T win 2690785 22 HP Snapper EL T2240RD Regent XL / RD Series 1736042 Revision 00 Rev. [...]

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    1 Air Filter & Pre-Cleaner Service (V-Twin Models) ....................................................27 Air Filter & Pre-Cleaner Service (Single Cylinder Models) .......................................28 Replace Spark Plugs ............................................29 T roubleshooting, Adjustment & Service .........31 Troubleshootin[...]

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    2 Safety Rules & Information Operating Safety Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is misused, or not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Rem[...]

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    3 Safety Rules and Information Slope Operation You could be seriously injured or even killed if you use this unit on too steep an incline. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep or where you don’t have adequate traction can cause you to lose control or roll over. A good rule of thumb is to not operate on any slope you cannot back up (in 2-wh[...]

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    4 Safety Rules & Information GENERAL OPERA TION 1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the unit before starting. 2. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. 3. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to opera[...]

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    5 Safety Rules and Information CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the unit and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. 1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adul[...]

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    6 Safety Rules & Information SER VICE AND MAINTENANCE Safe Handling of Gasoline 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition. 2. Use only approved gasoline containers. 3. Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling. 4. Never fuel the machine indoors. 5. Ne[...]

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    7 Identification Numbers Tractor ID Tag Mower ID Tag When contacting your authorized dealer for replacement parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers. Record your model name/number, manufacturer’s identification numbers, and engine serial numbers in the space provided for easy access. These numbers can be found in the locations s[...]

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    8 Safety Decals Warning: Read Operator’s Manual. Read and understand the Operator’s Manual before using this machine. Danger: Thrown Objects. This machine is capable of throwing objects and debris. Keep bystanders away. Warning: Remove Key Before Servicing. Remove the key and consult technical literature before performing repairs or maintenance[...]

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    9 CE Safety Icons Transmission Release Part No. 1735265 173xxxx Operating Instructions, CE Models, Part No. 1734027 Attachment Lift Part No. 1730264 Fuel Level Part No. S532-0-8732-762-3 R 4 3 2 R 4 3 2 Ignition Switch Positions Part No. 1722806 Decal Locations[...]

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    10 Features & Controls Throttle Contr ol The throttle controls engine speed. Move the throttle forward to increase engine speed and back to decrease engine speed. Always operate at FULL throttle. Choke Close the choke for cold starting. Open the choke once the engine starts. A warm engine may not require choking. Move the lever forward to close[...]

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    Rever se Mowing Option (RMO) The Reverse Mowing Option allows for mowing (or use of other PTO driven attachments) while traveling in reverse. If you choose to mow in reverse, turn the RMO key after the PTO is engaged. The L.E.D. light will illuminate, and the operator can then mow in reverse. Each time the PTO is engaged the RMO needs to be reactiv[...]

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    12 Features & Controls Figure 1. Engaging the Parking Brake A. Ground Speed Pedals B. Brake Pedal C. Parking Brake Knob D. Cruise Control Knob E. Hour Meter P arking Brake Function Applying the Parking Brake - See Figure 2. To lock the parking brake, release the ground speed pedals (A), fully depress the brake pedal (B), pull UP on the parking [...]

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    13 Operating the T ractor General Operating Safety Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Operation sections before attempting to operate this unit. Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the unit. Adding Fuel To add fuel: 1. Remove the fuel cap (A, Figure 3). 2. Fill the tank. Do not overfill. Leave room in the tank fo[...]

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    14 Operating the T ractor Stopping the T ractor & Engine 1. Return the ground speed control(s) to neutral. 2. Disengage the PTO and wait for all moving parts to stop. 3. Briggs & Stratton Models: Move the throttle control to SLOW position and turn the ignition key to OFF. Remove the key. Driving the T ractor 1. Sit in the seat and adjust th[...]

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    Figure 5. Removing & Installing Belt A. Idler Arm B. PTO Pulley 15 Operating the T ractor Figure 4. Mower Deck Removal and Installation (viewed from underneath right side of tractor) A. Hair Pins D. Upper Spring B. Trunions E. Lower Spring (2) C. Lift Arm F. Lift Rod A B Figure 3. Mower Lift Lever (Lowered Position) A. Lift Lever A Figure 6. Mo[...]

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    16 Operating the T ractor Installing the Mower Dec k 1. Park tractor, shut off PTO and engine, remove the key and apply parking brake. Turn the wheels fully to the left and slide mower deck under right side of tractor. 2. From the rear with the grass catcher open pull discharge chute to rear. 3. Push the discharge chute tube (A, Figure 7) toward th[...]

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    17 Operating the T ractor Figure 9. Raising & Lowering Mower A. Mower Lift Lever Cutting Height Adjustment The mower lift lever (A, Figure 9) is used to lower the deck to cutting position and raise the deck to transport position. To lower the deck, pull back slightly on the mower lift lever (A), push it to the left and slide it down. To raise t[...]

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    18 Regular Maintenance Maintenance Schedule & Pr ocedures The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your tractor and mower. • = All Models B & S = Briggs & Stratton Models * Refer to engine owner’s manual. Change original engine oil after initial break-in period. ** More often in hot (over 85° F: 30° C) weather [...]

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    19 Regular Maintenance Safety Interloc k System Check Service Interval: Every Fall & Spring Check the function of the safety interlock system using the test procedure found on page 13 of this manual. If the tractor fails any of the tests, see your dealer. Blade Brake Chec k Service Interval: Every 100 Hours or Fall & Spring Mower blades and[...]

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    20 Regular Maintenance Figure 13. Transmission ID Tag Location A. ID Tag TUFF TORQ K46Z 10010101010 10010101 T ransmission Identification To determine what transmission is in your tractor, check the identification tag attached to the axle of the transmission (Figure 13), or check your tractor’s parts book. T ransmission Maintenance The K46 transm[...]

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    21 Regular Maintenance Figure 16. Tractor Lubrication Points Lubrication Service Interval: Every 25 Hours Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 16- 20 as well as the lubrication points listed. Generally, all moving metal parts should be oiled where contact is made with other parts. Keep oil and grease off belts and pulleys. Wipe surf[...]

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    Regular Maintenance 22 Lubricate Rear Axle Shafts Service Interval: Yearly We recommend removing the rear wheel hubs and lubricating the axle shafts yearly. This prevents the wheel hubs from seizing onto the axle shaft and makes future service easier. 1. Turn off the ignition, turn off the PTO, engage the parking brake, and block the front tires. 2[...]

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    W ARNING For your personal safety, do not handle the sharp mower blades with bare hands. Careless or improper handling of blades may result in serious injury. W ARNING For your personal safety, blade mounting capscrews must each be installed with a hex washer and spring washer, then securely tightened. Tighten blade mounting capscrew to 30 +/- 3 Nm[...]

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    A A Figure 24. Blade Installation A. Capscrew B. Spring Washer C. Alignment Pin D. Blade E. Spline Washer F. Blade Adapter 24 Regular Maintenance Figure 25. Check Blade Timing Chec k Mower Blade Timing Service Interval: Yearly 1. Turn the PTO OFF, engage the parking brake, turn the engine off, and remove the key. Remove the mower deck (see “Mower[...]

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    25 Regular Maintenance Chec k & Fill Engine Oil Service Interval: Before each use, and every 8 hours. 1. Turn the engine off, and set the parking brake to PARK. 2. Clean the area around the dipstick (C, Figure 26 or 27). 3. Remove the dipstick (C) and clean it with a paper towel. 4. Insert the dipstick (C) back into the engine. Briggs & Str[...]

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    26 Regular Maintenance Figure 29. Oil Drain Valve A. Engine Block / Valve Base B. Oil Drain Valve C. Cover D. Nipple A A B B C C D Oil Drain V alve Operation 1. Place a suitable container with a 4 quart capacity under the oil drain valve (A, Figure 26 or 27). 2. Loosen or remove the dipstick (C). 3. Wipe oil drain valve (B, Figure 29) and cover (C)[...]

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    27 Regular Maintenance Figure 30. Air Filter Assembly - V-Twin Models A. Knobs B. Cover C. Air Filter D. Pre-Cleaner Air Filter & Pre-Cleaner Service V-TWIN MODELS Service Interval: Pre-Cleaner: Every 25 hours or as required. Air Filter: Every 50 hours or as required. Replacement Interval: Pre-Cleaner: As required. Air Filter: Every 200 hours o[...]

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    28 Regular Maintenance 1. 2. 3. Figure 32. Air Filter Assembly - Single Cylinder Models A. Latch B. Cover A B Air Filter & Pre-Cleaner Service SINGLE CYLINDER MODELS - BRIGGS & STRATTON Service Interval: Pre-Cleaner: Every 25 hours or as required. Air Filter: Every 50 hours or as required. Replacement Interval: Pre-Cleaner: As required. Air[...]

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    29 Figure 34. Spark Plug Gapping Replace Spark Plug Service Interval: Yearly Spark Plug Gap: .030” (.76mm) Replacement Spark Plug Resistor Spark Plug, Champion RC12YC 1. Stop the engine and allow it to cool. 2. Clean the area around the spark plug (see Figure 34 or 35). 3. Remove the spark plug. 4. Check the spark plug gap. It should be .030”. [...]

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    30 Regular Maintenance[...]

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    31 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service T r oubleshooting While normal care and regular maintenance will extend the life of your equipment, prolonged or constant use may eventually require that service be performed to allow it to continue operating properly. The troubleshooting guide below lists the most common problems, their causes, and re[...]

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    32 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service T ractor T roubleshooting Cont. Tractor drive belt slips. 1. Pulleys or belt greasy or oily. Clean as required. 2. Belt stretched or worn. See Dealer. 3. Idler pulley pivot bracket Remove idler pulley bracket, clean and lubricate. “frozen” in declutched position. Brake will not hold. 1. Internal br[...]

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    33 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Figure 36. Seat Adjustment A. Seat Adjustment Lever Figure 37. Fuse A. Fuse, 20-amp B. Fuse Holder B A Figure 38. Blade Type Fuse A. Good Fuse with Solid Fusible link B. No Good Fuse with Broken Fusible link Solid Fusible Link Broken Fusible Link B A Seat Adjustment The seat can be adjusted forward and[...]

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    34 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service PT O Clutch Adjustment Check the PTO clutch adjustment after every 250 hours of operation. Also perform the following procedure if the clutch is slipping or will not engage, or if a new clutch has been installed. 1. Remove key from ignition switch and disconnect spark plug wires to prevent the possibil[...]

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    35 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Mower Belt Replacement 1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, shut the engine off, and remove the key. 2. Remove the mower deck (see “Mower Deck Removal”). 3. Remove the belt cover for the PTO pulley (A, Figure 41). 4. R[...]

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    36 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service Figure 44. Tighten Idler Assembly Capscrew A. 3/8” Ratchet and Extension Figure 42. Mower Blade Timing A Arbor Drive Belt Replacement 1. With the deck installed, park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, shut the engine off, and[...]

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    37 ENGINE: 22 HP* Briggs & Stratton Make Briggs & Stratton Model Intek Horsepower 22 @ 2700 +/- 100 rpm Displacement 44.2 Cu. in (724 cc) Electrical System 12 Volt, 9 amp. Alternator, Battery: 230 CCA Oil Capacity 64 Oz. (1.9 L) 19.5 HP* Briggs & Stratton Make Briggs & Stratton Model Intek Horsepower 19.5 @ 2700 +/- 100 rpm Displace[...]

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    38 Parts & Accessories Replacement P ar ts Replacement parts are available from your authorized dealer. Engine Oil Touch-Up Paint Grease Gun Kit 8 oz. Grease Tube Tire Sealant Degrimer/Degreaser Gas Stabilizer Maintenance Items Many convenient and helpful service and maintenance items are available from you authorized dealer. Some of these item[...]

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    500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997 Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 www.MasseyLawn.com MANUFACTURING, INC. 500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997 Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 www.SimplicityMfg.com Briggs & Stratton Yard Power Products Group Copyright © 2008 Briggs & Stratton Corporation Milwaukee, WI USA. All Rights Reserved[...]