Snapper SPA610 Manuel D’Utilisation

 
Make the following checks and perform the services as 
required before each start-up. 
 
IMPORTANT: Before starting your SNAPPER Pro 
Hydro machine, the hydraulic reservoir and engine 
MUST be filled to the proper level with oil. 
 
3.1.1.  HYDRAULIC OIL RESERVOIR: Use SAE 10W-
30 oil.  Fill reservoir with oil until the level comes to 
within 3 to 4 inches from the top of the filler neck.  See 
Figure 3.1. 
 

 

 

 
3.1.2. ENGINE OIL: Add oil as needed to bring up to, 
but not over, the FULL mark.  Refer to the Engine 
Owner’s Manual for oil specifications. 
 
1.  If required, make cutting height adjustments.  Refer 

to ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT. 

2.  Check tires and add air as needed to bring pressure 

to 25 psi in front tires and 12-15 psi in rear tires. 

3.  Check Guards, Deflectors and Belt Covers to make 

sure all are in place and secure. 

4.  Check condition of Cutter Deck Belt(s). If damaged, 

replace with original part. Refer to Cutter Deck Belt 
removal. 

5.  Clean Interior and Exterior surfaces of Cutting Deck 

and clean Engine of any accumulation of dirt, grass, 
oil, etc. Keep Engine Air Intake Screens and Cooling 
Fins clear at ALL times. 

6.  Check Engine Oil Reservoir and add oil as needed to 

bring level up to but not over the FULL mark. (Refer 
to Engine Owner’s Manual for oil specifications). 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
7.  Add fuel to tank after pushing the machine outside 

where FUMES can be dissipated. Make sure Fuel 
Tank Cap is tightened after refueling. (Refer to 
Engine Owner’s Manual for Fuel specifications). 

 
3.1.3. BEFORE 

Be thoroughly familiar with ALL controls and know how 
to use them before operating the mower. Know 
beforehand how to STOP the Traction Drive Wheel 
Motors, Mower Blades and Engine in preparation for a 
possible emergency.