Snapper 1600 Series Bedienungsanleitung

OPERATOR’SMANUAL18HP Hydro TractorsMfg. No. Description1694629 Broadmoor, 18HP1694630 Broadmoor, 18HP1694631 Broadmoor, 18HP (CE)1694683 Broadmoor, 18

8Safety DecalsSafety DecalsThis unit has been designed and manufactured toprovide you with the safety and reliability you wouldexpect from an industry

9CE Safety IconsWarning: Read Operator’sManual.Read and understand theOperator’s Manual before usingthis machine.Danger: Thrown Objects. This machine

10Features & ControlsThrottle ControlThe throttle controls engine speed. Move the throttleforward to increase engine speed and back to decreaseeng

PTO SwitchThe PTO (Power Take-Off) switch engages anddisengages attachments that use the PTO. To engagethe PTO, pull UP on the switch. Push DOWN todis

12Features & ControlsFigure 2. Engaging the Parking BrakeA. Ground Speed PedalsB. Brake PedalC. Parking Brake KnobParking Brake FunctionApplying

13Operating the TractorSafety Interlock SystemTestsThis unit is equipped with safety interlock switches and othersafety devices. These safety systems

14Operating the TractorStarting the Engine1. While sitting in the operator’s seat, fully depress thebrake pedal or set the parking brake. 2. Make sur

15Operating the TractorDO NOT TOW TRACTORTowing the unit will cause transmissiondamage. • Do not use another vehicle topush or pull this unit. • Do no

16Operating the TractorFigure 7. Raising & Lowering Mower - 40” MowersA. Mower Lift LeverB. Mower Height AdjusterABAdjusting Mower Cutting Height

17Operating the TractorLift Variations When UsingAttachmentsWhen a front-mounted attachment such as asnowthrower or dozer blade is used with the tract

18Operating the TractorMower Deck Removal & Installation Simplicity, Massey Ferguson or AGCOModelsRemoving the Mower Deck1. Park tractor on a hard

19Operating the TractorMower Deck Removal & Installation Snapper ModelsRemoving the Mower Deck1. Park tractor on a hard, level surface such as aco

20Operating the TractorStorageBefore you store your unit for the off-season, read theMaintenance and Storage instructions in the SafetyRules section,

21Lawn Care & Mowing InformationHow and When to Water,Fertilize & AerateMost lawns are watered too often,but with too little water. Howevertoo

22Lawn Care & Mowing InformationWhen and How Often to MowThe time of day and condition of the grass greatly affect the results you’llget when mowi

23Lawn Care & Mowing Information Using a Mulching Mower Benefits of Proper MulchingMulching consists of a mower deck which cuts andrecuts clipping

24RegularMaintenanceMAINTENANCE SCHEDULE & PROCEDURESThe following schedule should be followed for normal care of your tractor and mower. * Refer

25Regular MaintenanceSafety Interlock System CheckService Interval: Every Fall & SpringCheck the function of the safety interlock system usingthe

26Regular MaintenanceBattery MaintenanceCleaning the Battery and CablesService Interval: Every 100 Hours1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, neg

27Regular MaintenanceLubricationService Interval: Every 25 HoursLubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 19-23 as well as the lubrication

1Regular Maintenance ...24Maintenance Schedule ...24Safety Interlock System

28Regular MaintenanceServicing the Mower BladesService Interval: Every 100 Hours or As RequiredNOTE: Mower blades must be timed perpendicular toeach o

29Regular MaintenanceCheck Mower Blade Timing - 40”MowersService Interval: Yearly1. Turn the PTO OFF, engage the parking brake, turnthe engine off, a

30Regular MaintenanceFigure 29. Transmission ID Tag LocationA. ID TagTUFF TORQ K611001010101010010101Transmission MaintenanceK57 MaintenanceThe K57 i

31Regular MaintenanceMaintenance Records

32Troubleshooting,Adjustment, & ServiceTroubleshootingWhile normal care and regular maintenance will extendthe life of your equipment, prolonged o

33Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceTractor Troubleshooting Cont.Tractor drive belt slips. 1. Clutch/brake is out of adjustment. See Adjustme

34Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceFigure 30. Seat AdjustmentA. Seat Adjustment LeverB. Carriage Bolt, Spacer, Washer, & NutC. Seat Spri

35Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceSteering Wheel AdjustmentNOTE: The steering wheel on Snapper models is notadjustable. 1. Use a suitable pu

36Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServicePTO clutch adjustmentCheck the PTO clutch adjustment after every 250 hoursof operation. Also perform the

Mower AdjustmentsGauge Wheels (Select Models)The mower gauge wheels can be placed in severalpositions depending on the height of cut. When usinghighe

2Safety Rules & InformationTP 600-2459-08-UV-SMAOperating SafetyCongratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn andgarden equipment

38Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceLeveling The MowerIf the cut is uneven, the mower may need leveling.Unequal or improper tire pressure may

39Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceFigure 41. Mower Belt Routing A. Idler Pulley Arm C. Belt Guide (44” & 50”)B. PTO Clutch Pulley D. Arb

40Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & ServiceArbor Drive Belt Replacement - 44” & 50” MowersNOTE: Be sure to use only genuine Simplicityreplacement

41Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service40” Mower PTO Belt Replacement1. With the mower deck installed, park the tractor on asmooth, level surface

42Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service40” Mower Arbor Drive Belt Replacement1. With the mower deck installed, park the tractor on asmooth, level

43Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service38” Mower Drive Belt ReplacementNOTE: Be sure to use only genuine Simplicityreplacement parts. Check the

44SpecificationsENGINE:20 HP* Briggs & StrattonMake Briggs & StrattonModel VanguardHorsepower 20 @ 3600 rpmDisplacement 34.8 Cu. in (570 cc)El

45Parts &AccessoriesReplacement PartsReplacement parts are available from your authorizeddealer. Always use genuine Simplicity Service Parts.Tech

500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997Port Washington, WI 53074-0997www.MasseyLawn.comMANUFACTURING, INC.500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997Port Washington, W

3Safety Rules and InformationSlope OperationYou could be seriously injured or even killed if you use this unit on toosteep an incline. Using the unit

4Safety Rules & InformationGENERAL OPERATION1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions in themanual and on the unit before starting.2. Do no

5Safety Rules and InformationCHILDRENTragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to thepresence of children. Children are often attracted

6Safety Rules & InformationSERVICE AND MAINTENANCESafe Handling of Gasoline1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and othersources of igniti

7Identification NumbersTractor ID TagMower ID TagENGINE REFERENCE DATAModel Description Name/NumberUnit MFG NumberPRODUCT REFERENCE DATAUnit SERIA