Snapper GT600 User Manual
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Regular Maintenance
Safety Interlock System Check
Service Interval: Every Fall & Spring
Check the function of the safety interlock system using
the test procedure found on page 9 of this manual. If the
tractor fails any of the tests, see your dealer.
Check the function of the safety interlock system using
the test procedure found on page 9 of this manual. If the
tractor fails any of the tests, see your dealer.
Blade Brake Check
Service Interval: Every 100 Hours or Fall & Spring
The mower should come to a complete stop within five
seconds after PTO switch is turned off.
The mower should come to a complete stop within five
seconds after PTO switch is turned off.
1. With tractor in neutral, PTO disengaged and operator
in seat, start the engine. Make sure the area is clear
of bystanders.
of bystanders.
2. Engage the PTO and wait several seconds.
Disengage the PTO and check the amount of time it
takes for the mower to stop.
takes for the mower to stop.
3. If the mower does not stop within five seconds, see
your dealer.
Figure 28. Gear Box Fill Plug Location
A. Top Fill Plug
B. Side Level Plug
A. Top Fill Plug
B. Side Level Plug
A
B
Check Mower Deck Gear Box Oil
Service Interval: Every Fall & Spring
To check the mower deck gear box oil:
To check the mower deck gear box oil:
1. Remove the plugs from the top and side of the gear
box (see Figure 28).
2. Place a shop towel under the side opening to keep oil
off the belt and pulleys. Add SAE 85W-90 oil through
the top hole until oil comes out the side fill hole.
the top hole until oil comes out the side fill hole.
3. Replace the plugs and wipe up any spilled oil.