Snapper 1300 Series - Manual (Page 17)

Operation
A. Engine Speed Control Lever
B. Headlight Switch
C. Mower Transport Lever
D. Ground Speed Control Lever
E. PTO Switch
F .
Oil Pressure Light (Red)
G. Mower Height Adjustment
Lever
H. Clutch/Brake Pedal
Parking Brake Lever
J. Neutral Light (Green)
K. PTO Light (Red)
L. ignition Switch Key
M. Choke Knob
Figure 13. Controls
5. Move the ground speed control lever (D, figure 13) to 4. Set the engine speed control lever (A, figure 13) to
the desired direction and speed of travel to set the throttle setting and allow the engine to idle for 20
rider in motion. seconds. Stopping a hot engine too fast may cause
6. Adjust engine speed control lever (A, figure 13) to the
engine damage.
desired speed. Between and full speed is 5. Turn key (L, figure 13) to OFF and remove it.
mended for mowing.
STOPPING THE RIDER
Move the ground speed control figure 13)
into the NEUTRAL position to make a gradual stop.
To make a more rapid stop, depress the clutch/brake
pedal figure 13).
2. Engage the parking brake by fully depressing
clutch/brake pedal and locking it over the footrest.
A
WARNING
Before leaving the operator’s for any
reason, engage the parking brake, disengage the
PTO, stop the engine and remove the key.
A
WARNING
To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, rider and
mower free of grass, leaves and excess grease.
3. Use the PTO switch (E, figure 13) to disengage the
Do not stop or-park rider over dry leaves, grass
PTO.
or combustible materials.
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