Snapper 7800342 Owner's manual

Brand: Snapper

Model: 7800342

Category: Lawnmowers

Type: Owner's manual

SafetyInstructions& Operator'sManual for

LAWNTRACTOR

SERIES0

Models

LT195420(7800206)

CLT195420 (7800313)

LT23460(7800207)

CLT23460(7800315)

LT24520 (7800212)

CLT24520(7800317)

SLT23460 (7800342)

SLT24520 (7800343)

CSLT23460(7800344)

CSLT24520(7800345)

SLT23460FC (7800316)

SLT24520FC (7800318)

NOTE:Specifications are correctat time of printing and are subjectto changewithout notice.

* Actual sustainedengine power will likely be lower dueto operating limitations and environmentalfactors. Please refer to 'EnginePower Rating Information' for

further details.

SNAPPERMcoooooo.o_.,_o_o_,

Manual No.7102556 (Rev. '-', 4/17/2008)

TP lO0-5396---TC-N

Thankyoufor purchasing this quality-built Snapper product. We are pleasedthat you've placedyour confidencein the Snapper

brand. When operatedand maintained according to the instructions in this manual,your Snapper mower will provide many

years of dependableservice.

Thismanualcontainssafety information to makeyou awareof the hazardsand risks associatedwith mowers and howto

avoid them. BecauseSnapper does not necessarily know all the applications this mower could be usedfor, it is important that

you readand understand these instructions. Keepthis manualnear the mower for convenient reference.

Thismowerrequiresfinal assemblybeforeuse. Referto the Assembly section of this manualfor instructions on final

assembly procedures. Follow the instructions completely.

Where to Find Us

You never haveto lookfar to find Briggs & Stratton support and servicefor your mower. Consultyour Yellow Pages.There are

over 30,000 Briggs & Stratton authorized service dealersworldwide who provide quality service. You canalso contact Snapper

Customer Service at 1-800-317-7833, or on the Internet at www.snapper.com.

Mower

Model Number

Serial Number

Engine

Model

Type

Trim

DatePurchased

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It is very important that you registeryour purchasewith Snapperto ensurewarranty coverage.Pleasemailyour product

registration cardto:

Snapper at P.O.Box 1379, McDonough, Georgia 30253.

SNAPPERis a trademarkof

Briggs& StrattonPower ProductsGroup,LLC

Jefferson,WI, USA.

Briggs& StrattonYard Power ProductsGroup

Milwaukee, WI, USA. All RightsReserved.

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Operator Safety .................................. 2

Important OperatorSafety Instructions ............................. 2

International Pictorials.......................................... 5

Assembly ...................................... 6

Parts Bag- Contents ........................................... 6

Installing the Seat ............................................. 7

Assembling the SteeringWheel................................... 7

MaintenanceFreeBattery........................................ 8

IMPORTANT!BeforeYou Start Mowing ............................ 9

FeaturesandControls.............................. 11

Operation ...................................... 12

Attachments.................................................. 12

Using Controls................................................ 12

Driving and Stopping the Unit .................................... 13

Mowing ..................................................... 16

Engine Operation.............................................. 18

Tips ........................................................ 19

Maintenance.................................... 20

MaintenanceSchedule.......................................... 20

GeneralRecommendations ...................................... 21

Inspection ................................................... 21

Adjustments.................................................. 22

MaintenanceFreeBattery........................................ 26

Lubrication................................................... 27

Mower DeckMaintenance....................................... 28

Misc........................................................ 38

Storage ..................................................... 39

Troubleshooting.................................. 40

Specifications ................................... 42

SlopeGuide .................................... 43

Warranties ..................................... 45

GeneralWarranty.............................................. 45

WARNING

Batteryposts, terminals and relatedaccessoriescontain

lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the Stateof

Californiato cause cancer and birth defects or other

reproductiveharm. Wash handsafter handling.

WARNING

Engineexhaust, some of its constituents, and certain

vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to

the State of California to causecancer or other reproductive

harm.

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ImportantOperatorSafetyInstructions

WARNING:This powerful cutting machine is capableof amputating hands and feet and can throw objects

that cancause injury and damage! Failureto comply with the following SAFETYinstructions could result in

serious injury or deathto the operator or other persons. Theowner of the machine must understandthese

instructions and must allow only persons who understandtheseinstructions to operatemachine. Each

person operating the machine must be of sound mind and body and must not be underthe influenceof any

substance,which might impair vision, dexterity or judgment. If you haveany questions pertainingto your

machine which your dealercannot answerto your satisfaction, call or write the Customer Service

Department at SNAPPER,McDonough,Georgia30253. Phone:(1-800-317-7833).

Protection for Children

Tragic accidents canoccur if the operator is not alertto the

presenceof children. Children are often attracted to the

machine andthe mowing activity. Childrenwho havebeen

given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing

areafor another ride and be run over or backedover by the

machine.Never assumethat children will remain whereyou

last saw them.

1. KEEPchildren out of the mowing area and under the

watchful careof a responsible adult other than the operator.

2. DONOTallow children in yard when machine is operated

(evenwith the bladeOFF).

3. DONOTallow children or others to ride on machine,

attachmentsor towed equipment (evenwith the blades

OFF).Theymay fall and be seriously injured.

4. DONOTallow pre-teenagechildren to operate machine.

5.ALLOW only responsible adults & teenagerswith mature

judgment under close adult supervision to operate machine.

6. DONOToperatebladesin reverse.STOPBLADES.LOOK

and SEEbehind and down for children, pets and hazards

beforeand while backing.

7. USEEXTRACAREwhen approaching blind corners,

shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

Protection against Tipovers

Slopesare a major factor relatedto loss-of-control and tip-

overaccidents, which can result in severe injury or death.

All slopes require extra CAUTION.If you cannot back up the

slopeor if you feel uneasyon the slope, DONOTmow it.

Useextra care with grass catchers or other attachments;

these affect the handling and the stability of the machine.

Referto the Slope Guideat the end of this manual.

1. DONOToperatemachine on slopes exceeding15

degrees(27% grade).

2. ExerciseEXTREMECAUTIONon slopes above10

degrees(18% grade).Turn bladesOFFwhen traveling

uphill. Usea slow speedand avoidsudden or sharp turns.

3. DONOToperatemachine back and forth acrossface of

slopes.Operateup and down. Practiceon slopes with

bladesoff.

4. AVOID starting, stopping or turning on slopes. If

machine stops going uphill or tires losetraction, turn

bladesOFFand back slowly straight down the slope.

5. STAYALERTfor holesand other hidden hazards.Tall

grass can hide obstacles. Keepawayfrom ditches,

washouts, culverts, fencesand protruding objects.

Protection against Tipovers

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6. KEEPA SAFEDISTANCE(at least 3 feet) away from edge

of ditches and other drop offs. Themachine could turn over

if an edge cavesin.

7. Alwaysbegin forward motion slowly and with caution.

8. Useweights or a weighted load carrier in accordance

with instructions supplied with a grass catcher. DONOT

operate machine on slopes exceeding10 degrees(18%

grade) when equippedwith grass catcher.

9. DONOTput your foot on the ground to try to stabilize

the machine.

10. DONOToperatemachine on wet grass. Reduced

traction could causesliding.

11. Choosea low enough speedsetting so that you will not

haveto stop or shift on a slope. Tires may lose traction on

slopes eventhough the brakes are functioning properly.

12. DONOToperatemachine under any condition where

traction, steering or stability is doubtful.

13. Always keepthe machine in gear when going down

slopes. DONOTshift to neutral (or actuatehydro roll

release)and coastdownhill.

Preparation

1. Read,understand, and follow instructions and warnings

in this manualand on the machine, engine and

attachments. Know the controls and the proper use of the

machine beforestarting.

2. Onlymature, responsible persons shall operatethe

machineand only after proper instruction.

3. Dataindicates that operators age 60 and above,are

involved in a large percentageof mower-related injuries.

These operators should evaluatetheir ability to operatethe

mower safely enough to protect themselvesand others

from serious injury.

4. Handlefuel with extra care. Fuelsareflammable and

vapors are explosive. Useonly an approvedfuel container.

DONOTremovefuel capor addfuel with engine running.

Add fuel outdoors only with engine stopped and cool. Clean

spilled fuel from machine. DONOTsmoke.

5. Practiceoperation of machinewith BLADESOFFto learn

controls and developskills.

6. Checkthe areato be mowed and removeall objects such

as toys, wire, rocks, limbs and other objects that could

cause injury if thrown by bladeor interfere with mowing.

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Protection againstTipovers

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7. Keeppeople and pets out of mowing area.Immediately

STOPblades,STOPengine, and STOPmachine if anyone

entersthe area.

8. Checkshields, deflectors, switches, blade controls and

other safety devicesfrequently for proper operation and

location.

9. Make sure all safety decals are clearly legible. Replaceif

damaged.

10. Protectyourself when mowing andwear safety glasses,

a dust mask, long pants and substantial footwear.

11. Know how to STOPbladesand engine quickly in

preparationfor emergencies.

12. Useextra carewhen loading or unloading the machine

into a trailer or truck.

13. Checkgrass catchercomponents frequently for signs of

wear or deterioration and replaceas neededto prevent

injury from thrown objects going through weak or worn

spots.

Safe Handling of Gasoline

To avoid personal injury or property damage,use extreme

carein handling gasoline.Gasolineis extremelyflammable

andthe vapors are explosive.

1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources

of ignition.

2. Useonly an approvedfuel container.

3. DONOTremove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine

running. Allow the engineto cool before refueling.

4. DONOTrefuelthe machine indoors.

5. DONOTstore the machineor fuel container inside where

there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as on a

water heateror other appliances.

6. DONOTfill fuel containers inside a vehicle or on atruck

or trailer bed with aplastic liner. Always placethe

containerson the ground away from the vehicle before

filling.

7. Removegas-poweredequipment from the vehicle or

trailer and refuelit on the ground. If this is not possible,

then refuelequipment using a portablecontainer, rather

than a gasolinedispenser nozzle.

8. DONOTstart gas poweredequipment in enclosed

vehicles or trailers.

9. Keepthe nozzlein contact with the rim of the fuel tank or

container opening at all times until fueling is complete. DO

NOTusea nozzle lock-open device

10. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing

immediately.

11. Neveroverfill a fueltank. Replacefuel cap andtighten

securely.

Operation

1. Mount and dismount machine from left side. Keepclear

of discharge opening at all times.

2. Start engine from operator's seat, if possible. Makesure

bladesare OFFand parking brakeis set.

3. DONOTleavemachinewith engine running. STOP

engine, STOPblades, SETbrake, and Removekey before

leavingoperators position of any reason.

4. DONOToperatemachine unless properly seatedwith

feet on feet rests or pedal(s).

5. STOPBLADESand ENGINEand makesure bladeshave

stopped before removing grass catcher or unclogging

mower to prevent loss of fingers or hand.

6. Bladesmust be OFFexceptwhen cutting grass. Set

bladesin highest position when mowing over rough

ground.

7. Keephandsand feet awayfrom rotating blades

underneathdeck. DONOTplacefoot on ground while

BLADESareONor machine is in motion.

8. DONOToperatemachine without entire grass catcher or

guards in placeand working. DONOTpoint discharge at

people,passing cars, windows or doors.

9. Slow down beforeturning.

10. Watchout for traffic when near or crossing roadways.

11. STOPengine immediately after striking an obstruction.

Inspect machine and repair damagebefore resuming

operation.

12. Operatemachine only in daylight or with good artificial

light.

13. ExerciseCAUTIONwhen pulling loads. Limit loadsto

those you can safelycontrol and attach loadsto hitch plate

as specified with SNAPPERattachment instructions.

14. Onslopes, the weight of the towed equipment may

cause loss of traction and loss of control. When towing,

travel slowly and allow extra distanceto stop.

15. DONOToperateengine in enclosedareas. Engine

exhaust gasescontain carbon monoxide, a deadly poison.

16. DONOTdischarge material against a wall or

obstruction. Material may ricochet back towards the

operator.

17. Onlyuse accessoriesapprovedby the manufacturer.

See manufacturer's instructions for proper operation and

installation of accessories.

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Towing

1.Tow only with a machine that hasa hitch designedfor

towing. DONOTattachtowed equipment exceptat the hitch

point.

2. Follow the manufacturer's recommendationfor weight

limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes.

3. DONOTallow children or others on towed equipment.

4. On slopes,the weight of the towed equipment may cause

loss of traction and loss of control.

5.Travel slowly and allow extra distanceto stop.

Maintenance

1. DONOTstore machineor fuel container inside where

fumes may reachan 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 reachof

children in a well ventilated, unoccupied building.

2. Keepengine free of grass, leavesor excess greaseto

reducefire hazardand engineoverheating.

3.When draining fuel tank, drain fuel into an approved

container outdoors and away from open flame.

4. Checkbrakesfrequently; adjust, repair or replaceas

needed.

5. Keepall bolts, nuts and screws properly tight. Checkthat

all cotter pins are in proper position.

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6. Alwaysprovide adequateventilation when running

engine. Exhaustgasescontain carbon monoxide, an

odorless and deadly poison.

7. Disconnect negative(black) cablefrom battery before

performing maintenanceor service. Cranking enginecould

cause injury.

8. DONOTwork under machinewithout safety blocks.

9. Serviceengine and makeadjustments only when engine

is stopped. Removespark plug wire(s) from spark plug(s)

and securewire(s) away from spark plug(s).

10. DONOTchangeengine governor speedsettings or

overspeed engine.

11. Lubricate machine at intervals specified in manualto

prevent controls from binding.

12. Mower bladesare sharp and can cut. Wrap the blades

or wear heavy leathergloves and useCAUTIONwhen

handling them.

13. DONOTtest for spark by grounding spark plug next to

spark plug hole; spark plug could ignite gas exitingengine.

14. Havemachine serviced by an authorized SNAPPER

dealer at least once ayear and havethe dealerinstall any

newsafety devices.

15. Maintain or replacesafetyand instruction labelsas

necessary.

16. Use only genuine SNAPPERreplacementparts to

assure that original standards are maintained.

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International Pictorials

IMPORTANT:Some of the following pictorials are located on your unit or on literature supplied with the product. Beforeyou

operatethe unit, learn and understand the purpose for eachpictorial.

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Figure 1:Safety warningpictorials

A - Warning

B - Shield Eyes.Explosive GasesCan

CauseBlindness Or Injury.

C - No Sparks,Flamesor Smoking.

D - Sulphuric Acid CanCauseBlindness

OrSevereBums

E - Flush EyesImmediately With Water.

GetMedical HelpFast.

F- IMPORTANT.ReadOwner'sManual

BeforeOperating ThisMachine.

G- WARNING:Thrown Objects.Keep

BystandersAway. ReadUser

Instructions Before OperatingThis

Machine.

H - WARNING:DoNot Use This

Machine OnSlopes GreaterThan15

Degrees.

I - DANGER:KeepPeople,Especially

Children,Away From Unit.

J - DANGER:No Step.

K - DANGER:KeepFeetAnd Hands

Away From Rotating Blade.

L- DANGER:KeepHandsAway From

Rotating Blade.

M - DANGER:Disconnect SparkPlug

WireBeforeServicing Unit.

N - WARNING:Hot Surface.

0 - WARNING:UseCaution When

Connecting Or Disconnecting

Accessories.

P - WARNING:CrushedFingers.

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Figure2: Control and operatingpictorials

A - Enginestart

B- Lights

C - Engineoff

D - Engine on

E- Brake

F- Parkingbrake

G- Clutch

H - Slow

I - Fast

J - Choke

K- Oil

L - Blade rotation control

M- Raise

N - Fuel

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Assembly

Readand follow theassemblyand adjustment

instructionsfor yourmower.

Allfastenersare inthe parts bag. Do notdiscard

anypartsor material untilthe unit

isassembled.

NOTE:In this instruction book, left and right describe the

location of a part with the operator on the seat.

Parts Bag - Contents

Thefasteners and other loose parts areshown below. Thefasteners

areshown full size. The quantity is shown in brackets ().

,_ WARNING:Beforedoinganyassemblyor

maintenanceto themower, removethe wire from

the sparkplug.

Figure3: Parts bag components

A - (2) Carriagebolt

B - (2) Wingnut

C- (1) Bolt

D- (1) Washer

E- (2) Knob

F- (2) Washer

G- (1) Keys& ring

H- (1) Terminal cover

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Installing the Seat

Howto Install the Seat

1. Carefully removethe plastic bagfrom the seat. Usethe

fasteners shown belowto install the seat. Thefasteners

are shown at full size.

Assemblingthe SteeringWheel

Howto AssembletheSteeringWheel

Tools Required:3/8" SocketWrench

Attachthe steering wheel asfollows:

Figure4: Seatparts

A - Wingbolt (Also see 'E'in Figure3)

B - Washer(Also see 'F'in Figure 3)

NOTE:Fastenersmay be attachedto seat for shipping

purposes, if so remove fasteners before proceeding.

2. Align the holes inthe seat hinge to the holes in the

seat (Figure 5). Fastenthe seat to the seat hingewith

the fasteners asshown.

3. Checkthe operating position of the seat. If the seat

needsto be adjusted,loosen the two wing bolls.Slide

the seat forward or backwardalong the seat adjusting

holesas shown. Tighten the wingbolts(A).

Figure 6: Steering wheelparts

A - Screw (Also see 'C' in Figure3)

B- Washer (Also see 'D' in Figure3)

1. Make sure the front wheels point forward.

2. Slide the bellows overthe steering post

(Figure7).

NOTE:Beforeattachment of the steering wheel, make

surethat the front wheels point forward and are

straight. Forproper alignment of the steering wheel,

seeFigure7.

3. Slide the steeringwheel onto the steeringpost.

4. Usethe fasteners shown aboveto secure the steering

wheel. Thefasteners are shown at full size.Tighten the

screw until snug and then add 1/4 turn. DONOTover

tighten.

5. Attach the coverto the steeringwheel.

6. Some models havean optional decal in the parts bag.

Attach the decal to the center of the steeringwheel as

shown.

Figure5: Seat

A - Wingbolt

B - Washer

C - Seatadjusting hole

D- Seathinge

E - Seat

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Figure 7. Steeringpost

A - Screw

B - Washer

C - Cover

D- Decal (Optional)

E- Steering wheel

F- Bellows

G - Steeringpost

H- Straight

MaintenanceFreeBattery

IMPORTANT:Beforeyou attachthe batterycables to the

battery, checkthe battery date.The battery datetells if the

battery must be charged.

1. Checkthe top and the side of the batteryfor the

location of the battery date (Figure9).

2. If the batteryis put into service beforethe batterydate,

the battery cables can be attachedwithout charging the

battery.See"How To Install The BatteryCables".

3. If the batteryis put into serviceafterthe batterydate,

the batterymust be charged. See"How To ChargeThe

MaintenanceFreeBattery".

Howto ChargetheMaintenanceFree Battery

,_ WARNING:Whenyou chargethe battery,do not

smoke. Keepthebatteryaway from anysparks.The

fumesfrom the batteryacid cancausean

explosion.

1. Removethe batteryand batterytray.

2. Removethe protective cap from the batteryterminal.

3. Use a 12 volt battery chargerto chargethe battery.

Chargeat a rate of 6 amperesfor one hour. If you do

not havea battery charger, havean authorized service

center chargethe battery.

4. Install the batteryandbatterytray. Make surethe

positive (+) terminal is on the left side.

Howto Install the BatteryCables

WARNING:To preventsparks,fastenthered cable

to the positive(+) terminal beforeyou connectthe

blackcable.

Usethe fasteners shown belowto install the batterycables.

Thefasteners are shown at full size.

Figure8: Batterycableparts

A - Carriagebolt (Also see 'A' in Figure3)

B- Wing nut (Also see 'B'in Figure 3)

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1. Removethe protective capfrom the batteryterminal.

2. Fastenthe red cable and terminal cover(if equipped)

to the positive(+) terminal with the fasteners as

shown (Figure9).

3. Fastenthe blackcableto the negative(-) terminal with

the fasteners asshown.

Figure 9: Battery

A - Carriagebolt

B - Wingnut

C - Blackcable

D - Positive (÷) terminal

E - Redcable

F- Battery

G - Battery tray

H - Terminalcover (Also see 'H' in Figure 3)

IMPORTANT!BeforeYouStart Mowing

• Checkthe engineoil.

• Fill the fuel tank with gasoline.

• Checkthe air pressure of the tires.

• Checkthe levelof the mower housing.

• Make sure the battery cables areattached,

• Make surethe wire is attachedto the spark plug.

,_ WARNING:Beforedoing anyassemblyor

maintenanceto themower, removethe wire from

thesparkplug.

NOTE:In this instruction book, left and right describe the

location of a part with the operator on the seat.

OperatorPresenceSystem(Seat)

Theseat has an Operator PresenceSystemto shut off the

engine whenthe operator leavesthe seat.This system is not

intendedfor regular use in stopping the engine or the

blade(s). Beforeleavingthe seat, movethe blade rotation

control to the DISENGAGEposition, shift to neutral, set the

parking brake,and stop the engine.

HowTo CheckThe Safety InterlockSwitches

To checkthe function of the safety interlock switches, follow

the steps below.

1. Checkthe bladerotation controlswitch. Sit in the seat.

Depressthe clutch/brake pedal.Move the blade rotation

control to the ENGAGEposition. Turn the ignition

switch to the STARTposition. The engine should not

start. If the engine starts, the switch is defective and

must be replaced.

2. Checkthe clutch/brakeswitch.Sit in the seat. Movethe

blade rotation control to the DISENGAGEposition. DO

NOTdepressthe clutch/brake pedal.Turn the ignition

switch to the STARTposition. The engine should not

start. If the engine starts, the switch is defective and

must be replaced.

3. Checkthe OperatorPresence System switch.DONOT

sit in the seat. Depressthe clutch!brake pedal.Move

the blade rotation controlto the DISENGAGEposition.

Turn the ignition switch to the STARTposition. The

engine should not start. If the engine starts, the switch

is defective and must be replaced.

4. Checkthe ReverseMlowingOption(RIVlO)switch.Sit

in the seat. Depressthe clutch/brake pedal. Move the

blade rotation control to the DISENGAGEposition. Start

the engine and move the drive control to the reverse

(R) position. With the engine running, move the blade

rotation control to the ENGAGEposition. The engine

should stop running. If the engine continues to run, the

RIVlOswitch is defective and must be replaced.

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Howto Preparethe Engine

NOTE:Theenginewas shipped from the factory filled with

oil. Checkthe level of the oil. Add oil as needed.

NOTE:Theoperation of a newengine will sometimes result

in a slight amount of smoke. This smoke is causedby paint

or oil on or around the muffler. This is normal and only

expectedduring initial operation.

A separateengine manual is also included with the unit. See

this engine manual for the manufacturer's instructions for

the type of gasolineand oil to use. Beforeyou usethe unit,

read the information on safety, operation, maintenance,and

storage.

,_ WARNING:Followthe enginemanufacturer's

instructionsfor thetype ofgasolineand oil touse.

Alwaysusea safety gasolinecontainer. Do not

smokewhenaddinggasolinetothe engine.When

insidean enclosure,do notfill with gasoline.

Beforeyouadd gasoline, stopthe engine. Letthe

enginecoolfor several minutes.

IMPORTANT:This unit is equippedwith an internal

combustion engine and must not be used on or nearany

unimproved forest-covered, brush-coveredor grass-covered

land unlessthe engine'sexhaust system is equippedwith a

spark arrester meeting applicablelocal or state laws (if any).

If a spark arrester is used, it must be maintained in effective

working order bythe operator.

In the State of Californiathe aboveis required by law

(Section 4442 of the California Public ResourcesCode).

Otherstates may havesimilar laws. Federallaws apply on

federal lands. Seean Authorized Service Centerfor a spark

arrester for the muffler.

In some areas,local law requiresthe useof a resistor spark

plug to control the ignition signals. Seean Authorized

Service Centerfor a resistor spark plug for the engine.

NOTE:Actual sustained horsepowerwill likely be lower due

to operating limitations and environmentalfactors.

ChecktheTires

NOTE:The tires may be over inflated for shipment.

Checkthe air pressure in the tires. Tires with too much air

pressure will cause the unit to riderough. Also, the wrong

air pressure will keepthe mower housing from cutting level.

Recommendedair pressure is 14 PSI(1 BAR).

Checkthe Level ofthe MowerDeck

Make sure the levelof cut is still correct. After you mow a

short distance, look atthe areathat was cut. If the mower

deck does not cut level, seethe instructions on "HowTo

LevelThe Mower Deck" inthe Maintenancesection of this

instruction book.

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FeaturesandControls

A - ThrottleControl/Choke Control Levers -- Throttle

control increasesor decreasesthe speedof the engine.

Chokecontrol engagesthechoke to start a cold engine.

(Note: Thechoke control lever is incorporated into the

throttle control lever on 42" models.)

B - Steering Wheel(Removedfor clarity) -- Steers the unit.

C - BrakePedal-- Quicklystops the unit.

D - Deck Lift Lever-- Changesthe height of cut.

E - PTOSwitch (46 & 52" Models) -- Starts and stops the

rotation of the blades.

F - BladeRotation Control (42" Models) -- Starts and stops

the rotation of the blades.

G- Cruise Control -- Locks ground speed in forward.

H- ReverseMowing Option (RMO) -- Allows engaging of

mowing deck whiletraveling in reverse.

I - Ignition Switch -- Starts and stops theengine. (Note: The

headlight switch is incorporated into the ignition switch.)

J - ParkingBrakeLever -- Engagesthebrake whenyou

leavethe unit.

K - SpeedControl Pedal-- Changesthe speedand the

direction of the unit.

L - Automatic Drive Disconnect (not shown, locatedbehind

theunit) -- Disengagesthetransmission.

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Operation

Attachments

This unit can use many different attachments.

For all pull-behind attachments or trailers, the maximum

gross weight is 250 pounds. Grossweight is the weight of

the attachment or trailer and any load that might be on or in

it.

Do not operateon a slopethat is greater than 10 degrees

when using a pull-behind attachmentor trailer. We have

included a slope guide in this bookto helpyou determine the

slope on which you will be operating your unit. Neverallow

someone to stand or ride on or in an attachmentor trailer.

Howto Engagethe Blades(42" Models)

Theblade rotationcontrolis located abovethe steering

wheel (Figure10). Usethe blade rotationcontrolto engage

the blades.

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Using Controls

Howto UsetheThrottleControl

Usethe throttle controlto increaseor decreasethe speedof

the engine.

CAUTION:Alwaysoperatethe enginewith the throttle

controlin the FASTposition.If the enginerunsfor several

minutesat slowerthanthe FASTposition,the engine and

transmissionwill overheatand canbe damaged.

1. TheFASTposition is markedwith a detent. For normal

operation and when using a grass bagger, move the

throttlecontrolto the FASTposition. For maximum

charging of the battery and for a cooler runningengine

and transmission, operatethe engine in the FAST

position.

2. Fortransport and to tow pull behind attachments,

control the ground speedwith the speedcontrol pedal.

3. Theengine governor is set at the factory for maximum

performance. Donot adjust the governor to increase

the speedof the engine.

Figure 10:Bladerotation control (42" Models Only)

A - DISENGAGEposition

B - Bladerotation control ENGAGEposition

Beforeyou start the engine, makesure the blade

rotationcontrolis in the DISENGAGEposition.

Move the blade rotationcontrol to the ENGAGE

positionto rotatethe blades.

NOTE:If the engine stops when you engagethe blades,

the seat switch is not activated.Make sure you sit in

the middle of the seat.Also, make surethe wire is

connectedto the seat switch.

Move the blade rotationcontrolto the DISENGAGE

positionto stop the blades. Beforeyou leavethe

operator's position, makesure the bladeshavestopped

rotating.

Beforeyou ride the unit across a sidewalkor a road,

move the blade rotationcontrolto the DISENGAGE

position.

WARNING:Alwayskeepyourhandsandfeet away

from the blade, deflectoropening,and the mower

housingwhen the engineruns.

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Howto Engagethe Blades(46 & 52" models)

The PTOswitchis aboveand to the right of the steering

wheel (Figure11). Usethe PTOswitchto engagethe blades.

Figure 11.PTOswitch (46 & 52" models only)

A - PTOswitch (shown in the DISENGAGEposition)

Beforeyou start the engine,make sure the PTOswitch

is pusheddown inthe DISENGAGEposition.

Pullthe PTOswitchup to the ENGAGEpositionto

rotatethe blades.

NOTE:If the engine stops when you engagethe blades,

the seat switch is not activated. Makesure you sit in

the middle of the seat.Also, make surethe wire is

connectedto the seat switch.

Pushthe PTOswitchdown to the DISENGAGEposition

to stop the blades. Beforeyou leavethe operator's

position, make surethe bladeshavestopped rotating.

Beforeyou ride the unit across a sidewalk or a road,

push the PTOswitchdown to the DISENGAGEposition.

WARNING:Always keepyourhandsandfeet away

fromthe blade, deflectoropening,and the mower

housingwhenthe engineruns.

Howto Use the SpeedControlPedal

Thedrive system uses a Hydrostatic Automatic Drive

transmission. The Hydrostatic transmission is very easyto

operate.This type of drive system does not require a shift

lever or a clutch pedal.

Thespeedand direction of travel is controlled by a single

speedcontrolpedal operatedwith your right foot. Do not

usethe left brakepedal in normal operation. Only usethe left

brake pedalto quickly stop in an emergency.

Driving and Stopping the Unit

Howto Drive Forward

1. Theautomaticdrive disconnectmust be in the DRIVE

position (Figure14).

2. Slowly releaseyour leftfoot from the brakepedal.

3. Movethe throttle control to the FASTposition.

4. Slowly push the speedcontrolpedal forward to the

desired speed(Figure12).

5. To increaseforward speed,slowly move the speed

control pedalforward. To reduceforward speed,slowly

releasethe speed control pedal until the unit slows to

the desired speed.

Figure 12:Speedcontrol operation

A - Reverse

B - Neutral

C- Forward

D- Forward movement

E - Reversemovement

F - Speedcontrol pedal

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Howto Usethe CruiseControl

To engagethe cruise control:

1. Slowly push the speedcontrolpedal forward to the

desired speed(Figure12).

2. Pull up on the cruisecontrolknob(Figure13). Release

the speedcontrolpedal. Theunit should continue

traveling forward at the desiredspeed.

NOTE:The cruise control only operatesin forward

speeds.

To disengagethe cruise control:

1. Pushthe speedcontrolpedal (Figure12), OR

2. Pushthe brakepedal.

,_ WARNING:Do notengagethe cruisecontrolwhen

drivingon slopes,or whenpeopleor animalsare in

thevicinity.

Figure 13:Cruisecontrol

A - Cruise Control knob

Howto Drive in Reverse

1. Look to the rear.

2. Slowly push the speedcontrolpedal to the REVERSE

position.

Howto ChangeDirection

CAUTION:To changedirections,do not usetheleft brake

pedal. Useonlythespeed controlpedal.

1. Slowly removeyour foot from the speed controlpedal.

Thespeedcontrolpedal will automatically returnto the

NEUTRALposition.

2. Whenthe unit stops, slowly move the speed control

pedal to the desired direction.

SpeedControlPedal Positions

Theforward speedis controlled by the position of the speed

controlpedal. Thefollowing chart provides functions along

with the pedal positions.Always operatethe engine with the

throttlecontrolin the FASTposition.

Function

Trimming

Snow Thrower

Bagging Grass

Normal Mowing

EasyMowing

Snow Blade

Transport

Pull Behind

Attachments

Pedal Positon

1/3

1/3 to 1/2

1/2 to 2/3

1/2 to 3/4

FULL

1/3 to 1/2

ThrottlePosition

FastThrottle

Howto DisconnecttheTransmission

To push the unit, usethe automaticdrivedisconnectto

releasethe transmission. Theautomaticdrive disconnectis

locatedon the right rear of the unit.

1. Theengine must be off.

2. Pull out and lockthe automaticdrivedisconnectinthe

PUSHposition (Figure13). Thetransmission is now

releasedandthe unit can be pushed.

NOTE:In cold weather, the heavyviscosity oil in the

transmission will makethe unit difficult to push.

3. To engagethe transmission, unlock and push in the

automaticdrivedisconnect.The transmission is now

connectedand readyto operate.

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Figure 13.Automatic drive disconnect

A - Automatic drive disconnect DRIVEposition

B - Automatic drive disconnect PUSHposition

C - Automatic drive disconnect

How to Set the Parking Brake

1. Completely push the brakepedal forward.

2. Lift the parking brake lever (Figure14).

3. Removeyour foot from the brakepedal and then

releasethe parking brake lever. Make surethe parking

brakewill hold the unit.

4. To releasethe parking brake,completely push the brake

pedal forward. The parking brakewill automatically

release.

WARNING:Beforeyou leavethe operator'sposition,

movethespeedcontrolpedaltothe neutral(N)

position.Set theparkingbrake. Movethe blade

rotationcontroltothe DISENGAGEposition.Stopthe

engineand removethe ignitionkey.

Howto Changethe CuttingHeight

To changethe cutting height, raiseor lower the deck ift

lever as follows:

1. Move the deck lift lever forward to lower the mower

housing and backto raisethe mower deck (Figure 15).

2. Whenyou ride on a sidewalk or road,move the deck lift

leverto the highest position and disengagethe blades

(Figures 10, 11).

Figure 15.Lift control

A - Deckrift lever

Howto Stopthe Unit

1. Slowly removeyour foot from the speedcontrol pedal.

Thespeedcontrol pedalwill automatically return to the

NEUTRALposition and the unit will stop.

2. Move the bladerotationcontrol to the DISENGAGE

position.

3. Setthe parking brake.

,_ WARNING:Make sure theparking brakewill holdthe unit.

4. Move the throttle control to the SLOWposition.

5. To stop the engine,turn the ignition key to the OFF

position. Removethe key.

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Figure 14.Parkingbrake

A - Brakepedal

B - Parkingbrake lever

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Row toTransportthe Unit

Totransport the unit, follow the steps below.

1. Disengagethe blades.

2. Raisethe deck lift leverto the highest position.

3. Move the throttle control to the FASTposition.

4. Slowly push the speedcontrol pedalforward to the

desired speed.

Mowing

Howto Operate the MowerDeck

,_ WARNING:The deflectoris a safety device. Donotremovethedeflector.The deflectorforcesthe

dischargedmaterial towardthe ground.Always

keepthedeflectorin the downposition.If the

deflectorisdamaged, replacethe deflectorwith an

originalequipmentpart froman authorizedservice

center.

1. Start the engine.

2. Releasethe parking brake.

3. Move the deck lift leverto a height of cut position. In

high or thick grass, cutthe grass in the highest

position first and then lower the mower deck to a lower

position.

CAUTION:Do notoperatewith the mowerdeckin the

LEVELADJUSTMENTposition.If youoperatein the LEVEL

ADJUSTMENTposition,the mowerdeckand bladescanbe

damaged.

4. Move the throttle control to the SLOWposition.

5. Engagethe blades.

6. Move the throttle control to the FASTposition.

7. Slowly push the speedcontrol pedalto the desired

speed.

NOTE:When you mow in heavygrass or mow with a

grass bagger,use a slow forward speed.

8. Make sure the levelof cut set at the factory is still

correct. After you mow a short distance, look at the

areathat was cut. If the mower deck does not cut level,

seethe instructions on "How To LevelThe Mower

Deck"in the Maintenancesection.

WARNING:Forbetter controlofthe unit, always

select a safe speed.

ReverseMowingOption(RMO)

WARNING:Mowingin reversecanbe hazardousto

bystanders.Tragic accidentscanoccurif the

operatoris notalert tothe presenceofchildren.

Neveractivate RIVIOif childrenare present.

Childrenare oftenattractedtothe unitand the

mowingactivity.

1. Engagethe blades.

2. Insert the supplied key into the RMOswitch,locatedto

the right of the steering wheel bellows (Figure 16).

3. Turn the key. The L.E.D.light will illuminate, indicating

thet the RMOfeature hasbeen activated. The mower

deck can now be operatedwhile the unit is traveling in

reverse.

The reversemowing option is deactivatedwhen the

bladesare disengaged,and must be reactivatedeach

time the bladesare engaged,if desired.

Removethe key to restrict accessto the RMOfeature.

WARNING:The enginewill shutoff if thespeed

controlpedal ismovedintoreversewhile the

bladesare engagedand the RMO isnot activated.

Figure 16:ReverseMowing Option (RMO)

A - Key

B - RMOswitch

C- L.E.D.light

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Howto Operate the Unit on Hills

WARNING:Donot ride upor downslopesthatare

too steepto backstraightup. Never ride theunit

acrossa slope. See the "Slope Guide" in the back

ofthis bookfor informationon howto checkslopes.

1. Control the speedonly with the speed control pedal. Do

not usethe brake pedalon a hill.

2. To help prevent an accident, slowly move the speed

control pedal.Avoid suddenturns or changesin speed.

3. To reduceforward speedwhen going down a hill,

slowly releasethe speedcontrol pedal until the unit

slows to the desired speed.

Howto Stopon a Hill

1. Avoid stopping on a hill. If you must quickly stop in an

emergency, removeyour right foot from the speed

control pedaland quickly depress the left brakepedal.

2. Setthe parking brake.

3. Beforeyou dismount from the seat, move the throttle

control to SLOWposition, move the blade rotation

control to the DISENGAGEDposition, turn off the

engine and set the parking brake.

Howto Start Operationona Hill

1. Start the engine.

2. Move the bladerotation control to the ENGAGED

position.

3. Move the throttle control to the FASTposition.

4. Depressthe brake pedaland releasethe parking brake.

Asyou releasethe parking brake, pushthe speed

control pedalto the desiredspeed.

,_ WARNING:Slowlypushthe speedcontrolpedal as

you release the parkingbrake.The parkingbrake

mustbe disengagedbeforethespeed controlpedal

isable to engagethe transmission.

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EngineOperation

BeforeStartingthe Engine

Checkthe Oil

NOTE:Theenginewas shipped from the factory filled with

oil. Checkthe level of the oil. Add oil as needed.Seethe

engine manufacturer's instructions for the type of gasoline

and oil to use.

1. Make sure the unit is level.

NOTE:Do not checkthe levelof the oil while the engine

runs.

2. Checkthe oil. Followthe procedurein the engine

manufacturer's instructions.

3. If necessary,add oil until the oil reachesthe FULLmark

on the dipstick. The quantity of oil neededfrom ADD to

FULL is shown on the dipstick. Donot add too much

oil.

AddGasoline

,_ WARNING:Alwaysusea safety gasolinecontainer.

Donot smokewhen addinggasolinetothe fuel

tank. Do notadd gasolinewhenyouare insidean

enclosure.Beforeyouadd gasoline, stopthe

engineand let the enginecoolfor several minutes.

Fillthe fuel tank with regular unleadedgasoline. Do not use

premium unleadedgasoline. Makesure the gasoline is fresh

and clean. Leadedgasolinewill increasedeposits and

shorten the life of the valves.

Figure 17.Gastank

A - Fueltank

B - Fullfine

CAUTION:A mixtureofalcohol(ethanol or methanol)and

gasoline(called gasohol),will attractmoistureand cause

acid depositsduringstorage.While the unitis in storage,

theacids in the fuel can damagethefuel system.

To prevent engine problems with the fuel system, empty the

fuel system before storage of 30 daysor longer as follows.

1. Drainthe fuel tank.

2. Start the engine. Letthe engine run until the fuel lines

and the carburetor are empty.

3. After storage, makesure you use fresh fuel. Seethe

storage instructions for additional information.

4. Never useengine cleaneror carburetor cleanerin the

fuel tank or permanent damagecan occur.

Carburetor

Donot attempt to adjust the carburator. Engineadjustments

and repairsshould be performed only by an authorized

dealer.

Howto Startthe Engine

,_ WARNING:The electrical systemhasan operator

presencesystemthat includesa sensorswitchfor

the seat. These componentstell theelectrical

system ifthe operatorissittingon the seat. This

systemwill stopthe enginewhenthe operator

leavestheseat. Foryourprotection,always make

sure this systemoperatescorrectly.

NOTE:The enginewill not start unless you depress the brake

pedal or engagethe parking brake and disengagethe blades.

1. Push the brakepedal completely forward. Keepyour

foot on the pedal.

2. Make surethe bladesare disengaged.

3. Move the throttle control completely forward to the

FASTposition.

4. Move the choke control completely forward.

NOTE:On42" Models,the choke is incorporated into

the throttle control. Move the throttle control past the

FASTposition to the CHOKEposition.

5. Turn the ignition key to the STARTposition. Release

the key whenthe engine starts.

NOTE:If the engine does not start after four or five

tries, seethe TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART.

6. Turn off the choke, and slowly move the throttle control

to the SLOW position.

7. Let a cold engine run for several minutes. Beginwork

when the engine is warm. To start a hot engine,move

the throttle control to a position betweenFASTand

SLOW.

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Snapper 7800342 Owner's manual

Brand: Snapper

Model: 7800342

Category: Lawnmowers

Type: Owner's manual

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