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    Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for LAWN TRACTOR HYDROSTATIC DRIVE SERIES I MODELS LT180H33IBV LT180H38IBV MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION LT 180 H 38 I B V MODEL DESIGNATION ENGINE HP * ENGINE TYPE DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE ENGINE MODEL CUTTING WIDTH SERIES DESIGNATION LT – Law n Tractor Model Designation 33 – 33” Cutting Width Mow er 180 –[...]

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    2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: This pow erful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can cause injury and damage! Failure to comply w ith the follow ing SAFETY instructions could result in serious injury or death to the operator or other persons. The owner of the machine must understand these in[...]

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    3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PREPARATION (Continued From Previous Page) 6. Check the area to be mow ed and remove all objects such as toys, w ire, rocks, limbs and other objects that could cause injury if thrown by blade or interfere w ith mow ing. 7. Keep people and pets out of mow ing area. Immediately STOP blades, STOP engine, and STOP machin[...]

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    4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TOWING 1. Tow only w ith a machine that has a hitch designed for tow ing. DO NOT attach tow ed equipment except at the hitch point. 2. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for w eight limits for tow ed equipment and tow ing on slopes. 3. DO NOT allow children or others on tow ed equipment. 4. On slopes, the w e[...]

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    5 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......... 2 - 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS ......................................... 5 SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION .......................... 6 Compone nts ....................................................... 6 Controls ................................................................ 6 SECTION 2 - OPERATI[...]

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    6 Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION COMPONENTS The nomenclature drawings above, illustrate the essential components of the SNAPPER Lawn Tractor. It is recommended that all operators of this equipment become thoroughly familiar with the components and their operation BEFORE OPERATING. Specific details involving the engine are found in the separate Engine [...]

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    7 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 PRE-START CHECKLIST Make the following checks and perform service as required before each start-up. 2.1.1. Check tires and add air as needed to bring pressure to 12 P.S.I. in front tires and 12 P.S.I. in rear tires. 2.1.2. Check guards, deflectors and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tighten[...]

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    8 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3 STARTING & OPERATION 2.3.1. STARTING ENGINE 1. Take a comfortable position in seat of machine, look around to make sure that the area you are going to mow is clear of people, children and pets. Take note of any stationary obstacles! NOTE: The interlock system will prevent the engine from starting if the [...]

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    9 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3 STARTING & OPERATION (continued) 2.3.2. STARTING WHEEL DRIVE 1. Shift speed control lever to neutral. 2. Start engine. Refer to Section “STARTING ENGINE”. 3. Release clutch/brake pedal. 4. Slowly shift speed control lever forward for forward motion or to the rear for reverse motion. See Figure 2.7. F[...]

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    10 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.4 STOPPING 2.4.3. STOPPING MOWER BLADE 1. Stop mower blade by moving blade engagement lever down to the "OFF" position. See Figure 2.11. FIGURE 2.11 WARNING Once blade is disengaged, it should come to a complete stop in 5 seconds or less. If the blade continues to rotate after 5 seconds, the blade b[...]

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    11 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.6. ROLLING TRACTOR WITH ENGINE OFF 2.6.1. Rolling Hydro Models 1. With engine "OFF", move to rear of tractor. 2. Pull the roll release control all the way out to disengage the hydro transmission. See Figure 2.15. FIGURE 2.15 3. Move tractor to desired location. 4. Push roll release control all the w[...]

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    12 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.7. REVERSE LOCKOUT MECHANISM Data indicates that tragi c back-over accidents occur each year. These accidents usually involve unsupervised children. Many times these children have been given rides on the machine and have been trained to view this potentially danger ous piece of machinery as fun rather than be[...]

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    13 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.1 INTRODUCTION To retain the quality of the Tractor, use genuine SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact a loca l SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. For the correct part or information for a particular Tractor, always mention the model and serial number. SNAPPER recommends returning the Tractor to an autho[...]

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    14 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.2.3. CHECK MOWER BLADE (Continued) FIGURE 3.3 3.2.4. CHECK 33" DECK DRIVE BELT 1. With engine "OFF", move blade engagement lever to "ON". 2. Measure blade cable extension spring. Spring should extend 1" +/-1/8" fo r proper belt tension. See Figure 3.4. FIGURE 3.4 3. To adjust tension, [...]

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    15 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.3.2. MOWER COMPONENTS 1. Check deck drive belt for proper tension. Refer to Section “CHECK DECK DRIVE BELT”. 2. Check blades for sharpness, wear, damage and torque. Refer to Section “MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT”. 3. Check mower deck for proper levelness. Refer to Section “MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT - LEVELNESS”. 4. C[...]

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    16 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 6. Steering Drag Link Lubricate both ends of steering drag link with a small amount of SAE30 oil. See Figure 3.10. FIGURE 3.10 3.3.4. TRACTOR LUBRICATION (Continued From Previous Page) 7. Steering Tie Rod Lubricate both ends of steering tie rod with a small amount of SAE30 oil. See Figure 3.11. FIGURE 3.11 8. Blade Engage[...]

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    17 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.4 SERVICE - ANNUALLY 3.4.2. FUEL FILTER 1. Service fuel filter as instructed below, on COLD ENGINE ONLY! NOTE: It may be necessary to drain the fuel tank before removing fuel filter to prevent spillage of gasoline. 2. Locate fuel filter. Remove hose clamps and fuel hoses from both sides of f uel filter. See Figure 3.14.[...]

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    18 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key . Remove spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure w ire aw ay from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Av oid burns by allowing engine and compo[...]

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    19 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key . Remove spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure w ire aw ay from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Avoid burns by allow ing engine and compo[...]

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    20 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR 4.2.4. ADJUSTING MO WER BLADE – 33” DECK (Continued from prev ious page) FIGURE 4.5 WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key . Remove spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure w ire aw ay from spark plu[...]

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    21 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key . Remove spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure w ire aw ay from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Av oid burns by allowing engine and compo[...]

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    22 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key . Remove spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure w ire aw ay from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Av oid burns by allowing engine and compo[...]

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    23 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key . Remove spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure w ire aw ay from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Av oid burns by allowing engine and compo[...]

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    24 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key . Remove spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure w ire aw ay from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Av oid burns by allowing engine and compo[...]

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    25 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR 4.3.4. TRACTION DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT Should a gradual loss of traction be noticed, it may be necessary to adjust the traction drive belt tension. Adjust as follows: 1. Move trac tor to a firm, level surface. 2. Turn engine "OFF". Remove key. 3. Remove mowing deck. 4. Remove the traction drive belt s[...]

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    26 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key . Remove spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure w ire aw ay from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Av oid burns by allowing engine and compo[...]

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    27 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key . Remove spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure w ire aw ay from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Av oid burns by allowing engine and compo[...]

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    28 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key . Remove spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure w ire aw ay from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Av oid burns by allowing engine and compo[...]

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    29 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key . Remove spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure w ire aw ay from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Av oid burns by allowing engine and compo[...]

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    30 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key . Remove spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure w ire aw ay from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Av oid burns by allowing engine and compo[...]

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    31 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR 4.5 BATTERY NOTE: The battery in this machine is maintenance- free. It has been filled to the proper level w ith acid and is sealed. Do not attempt to open battery. 4.5.1. BATTERY REMOVAL 1. Raise operator's seat. 2. Remove the two adjusting knobs. 3. Remove seat assembly and move forward. Use care not to[...]

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    32 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt to charge the battery while it is installed on the machine. DO NOT use “BOOST” chargers on the battery. 4.5.5. BATTERY TESTING 1. Remove battery. Refer to section “BATTERY REMOVAL”. 2. Using a voltmeter, check the battery’s state of charge by comparing the voltmeter reading wit[...]

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    33 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES The SNAPPER Series H LAWN TRACTOR can be equipped with a va riety of accessories that increase its versatility. The accessories available for each model are listed in the chart below. Contact an authorized SNAPPER dealer for ordering any of the accessories desired. AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES L[...]

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    34 SECTION 5 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SCHEMATIC – WIRING HARNESS P.N. 2-8404 LT160H33IBV & LT160H38IBV SCHEMATIC – WIRING HARNESS P.N. 7-3998 LT150H38HKV[...]

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    35 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Starter Will Not 1. Battery dead. 1. Service battery. Crank Engine 2. Blown fuse. 2. Replace fuse. 3. Electrical connections l oose or corroded. 3. Clean and check connections for good contact. 4. Defective ignition switch. 4. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 5. Starter Spins witho[...]

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    36 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (Continued From Previous Page) PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Tractor Will Not Move Or Loss Of Traction 1. Speed control handle in the neutral “N” position. 1. Place speed control in desired speed. 2. Roll release control in “ROLL” position. 2. Move roll release control to the engaged position. 3. Low tran[...]

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    37 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SUBJECT SERVICE TO BE PERFORMED REFERENCE PAGES EACH USE 5 HOURS 25 HOURS 50 HOURS 100 HOURS EACH SEASON Engine Check Oil Level Page 7 X Engine Initial Oil Change Page 13 X Engine Periodic Oil Change Page 14 X* Air Pre-Cleaner Service Sponge Pre- Cleaner Element Engine Manual & Page 14 X** Air Cleaner Replace Element Eng[...]

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    38 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For two (2) years from purchase date for the orig inal purchaser's residential, non-commercial use, SNAPPER , through any authorized SNAPPER dealer will replace, free of charge (except fo r taxes where applicable), any part or parts found upon examination by the factory at Mc Donough, Georgia, to be defective in mate[...]

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    39 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE[...]

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    40 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE[...]

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    41 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE[...]

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    42 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE[...]

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    43 SNAPPER PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM IMPORTANT: KEEP THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR PERSONAL RECORDS (Complete the following informa tion on your Snapper purchase) Model Number _________________________________________________________ Serial Number __________________________________________________________ Date of Pu rchase _____________________________[...]

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    44 Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for LAWN TRACTOR HYDROSTATIC DRIVE SERIES I 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 w arnings. Read, Understand, [...]