Snapper 10 Series User Manual

Release the key (to cool starter) IF the engine has been"
cranked for approximately 5 seconds fails iQ start .
Check the fuel and controls and then try again.
NOTE: Should the battery ever be too weak to start the
engine (on Electric Start models), remove the battery
and connect to a charger. Never "Boost" charge a
battery. To prevent possible battery damage when
charging, always slow ("Trickle") charge the battery.
STEP 5: ENGINE WARM-UP - After a brief period at
the CHOKE position, move the Engine Control Lever
(8-C) rearward until the engine runs smoothly. Set
the lever at or near FAST for best cutting and bagg¬
ing performance.
STEP 6: STOP ENGINE by turning the Ignition Key (11-
C) LEFT to OFF.
STARTING/STOPPING RIDER
Become thoroughly familiar with the location and
function of the forward & reverse direction controls:
CLUTCH/BRAKE pedal (5-C), PARKING BRAKE
Lever (13 C), and the TRANSMISSION SHIFT lever
(17-C). Refer to FIG. 1-F & page 3.
FORWARD DIRECTION: When partially depressed,
the CLUTCH/BRAKE pedal (5-C) functions as a
clutch, permitting shifting from neutral into either
forward or reverse. Further depression of the pedal
provides braking. When depressed, the pedal can be
set for parking . Refer to page 3. ^
After shifting the TRANSMISSION SHIFT lever (17-C)
Into the #1 speed position, release the pedal to begin
forward movement. Move the lever forward or rearvwwd
while traveling forward (withoiA depressing the pedal) to
shift into higher or lower FORWARD speeds. Always
depress the CLUTCH/BRAKE J>^l before shifting Into
or out of NEUTRAL. FAILURE TO DO THIS WILL
RESULT IN DRIVE TIRE DAMAGE. I
REVERSE DIRECTION: Before shifting into reverse,
fully depress the CLUTCH/BRAKE pedal (5-C) to
stop. Move the TRANSMISSION SHIFT lever (17-C)
rearward Into REV position and then completely
release the pedal to begin moving in reverse. To stop
while in reverse, fully depress the pedal.
SMOOTH START CLUTCH OPERATION
AFTER the ground speed selector has been engaged,
releasing foot pressure (xi the clutch pedal brings the
rubber surface of the driven disc into contact with the
relating metal surface of the drive disc, and begins the
driven disc's rotation mode. As more fod pressure is
released, the brake lining (yn the inside of the rubber disc
will continue to srTKX>thly exert MORE (x-essure (ad¬
ditional frietbn) against the surface of the driven disc
hub. The driven disc then transfers the rotatior^i
movement (energy) to the chain case, which in turn,
drives the transmission. The more pressure applied, the
better the pulling power! _ _ '
NOTE: If the operator "rides the ciutch" excessively
during operation, or when starling motion, or releases
foot pressure on the pedal too slowly, the machine may
have a tendency to lope or make jerky movements. The
unpleasant grinding sound which is emitted is a
symptom of the condition. This method of operation wili
not harm the machine; however, the operator should be
instructed to smoothly and slowly "FULLY" release the
foot from the pedal to eliminate this condition.

Snapper 10 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Snapper
Model	10 Series
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English