Snapper SPE361 Manuale Utente

 

 

 

  

Be Thoroughly familiar with all controls and how to use 
them before operating the machine. Know beforehand 
how to STOP the Traction Wheel Drives, Mower Blades 
and Engine in preparation for possible emergencies. 
 

 

1.  To  STOP forward or reverse motion, firmly squeeze 

both Traction Levers towards the handle and hold. 
Using your right thumb, push Traction Lock forward 
to the “Locked” position and hold. See Figure 3.1. 

2.  Make sure that the Traction Lock has fully engaged 

both the right and left Traction Levers. 

3.  Release Traction Levers slowly and with caution. 

Remove thumb from Traction Lock. 

4.  Move Transmission Shift Lever to “Neutral”. 
5.  Move Blade Clutch Switch down to the OFF position. 

See Figure 3.1. 

6.  Move Engine Speed Control Lever to SLOW (turtle) 

position.  See Figure 3.1. 

7. STOP ENGINE by turning Key Switch to “Stop” 

position. Remove key. See Figure 3.1. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 

 
 
 
 
 

Make the following checks and perform the services as 
required before each start-up: 
1.  If required, make cutting height adjustments.  Refer 

to Section “CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT”.. 

2.  Check tires and adjust inflation pressure as needed. 

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

3.  Check Guards, Deflector, and Belt Covers to make 

sure all are in place and secure. 

4.  Check Condition of Cutter Deck Belt(s).  If dam-

aged, replace with original part.  Refer to Section 
“CUTTER DECK BELT REMOVAL”. 

5.  Inspect condition of cutter blades. If worn or 

damaged, replace before operating machine. Refer 
to Section “Cutter Blade Service”. 

6.  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. 

7.  Check Engine Oil and add oil as needed to bring 

level up to (but not over) the FULL mark.  (Refer to 
Engine manual for oil specifications). 

8.  Add Fuel to tank after pushing the Mower outside 

where  fumes can be dissipated.  Make sure Fuel 
Tank Cap is tightened after refueling.  (Refer to 
Engine manual for fuel specifications).  

 
NOTE: DO NOT add fuel while engine is running or hot. 
Use fresh, clean, lead-free gasoline. DO NOT use 
gasoline that has been stored for long periods.  Leaded 
gasoline or gasohol is NOT recommended. 
 

3.4.1. ENGINE:  START ENGINE AS FOLLOWS: 
1.  Turn Fuel Shut-Off Valve to the OPEN position. See 

Figure 3.2. 

2.  Pull both Traction Levers firmly rearward towards the 

handle. Using the Traction Lock Lever, lock both 
Traction Levers in the Traction “Locked” position. 
Make sure that the Traction Lock has fully engaged 
both Traction Levers. See Figure 3.2.  

3.  Place Transmission Shift Lever in 

NEUTRAL (N) 

position.  See Figure 3.3 

4.  Move Blade Clutch Switch down to the OFF position.  

See Figure 3.1. 

5.  Move Engine Speed Control Lever to the CHOKE 

position.  See Figure 3.4.  

6. 

Turn Key Switch to RUN position.