Snapper 7600069 - 7600070 - Manual (Page 2)

Instruction Manual No. 7102356 (Rev. C, 06/04/2008)
TP 200-5352-C-AT-N
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
All safety instructions and operating instructions in the manuals provided with the Snapper
Lawn Tractor and this Grass Catcher attachment must be followed. Read, understand, and
follow ALL instructions and warnings in the Operator’s Manual provided with the machine,
with this attachment, and ALL instructions and warnings on the machine, engine and
attachment. Failure to comply with ALL instructions and warnings can result in damage,
serious injury or death to the operator or other persons.
1) DO NOT allow children or others in
the yard when the machine is
operated (even with the blades off).
2) DO NOT allow children or others to
ride on the machine or attachment
(even with the blades off).
3) DO NOT allow children to operate
the machine.
4) DO NOT operate blades in reverse.
STOP blades. LOOK and SEE
behind and down for children, pets,
and hazards before and while
backing.
5) DO NOT operate machine without
entire Grass Catcher and Bags
installed.
6) DO NOT operate machine on slopes
exceeding 10 degrees (18% grade)
when equipped with grass catcher.
7) Exercise EXTREME CAUTION on all
slopes. Turn blades off when
traveling uphill. Use a slow speed
and avoid sudden or sharp turns.
8) DO NOT operate machine across
face of slopes. Operate up and
down. Practice on slopes with
blades off.
9) AVOID uphill starts. If machine
stops going up hill or tires lose
traction, turn blades OFF and back
slowly straight down the slope.
10) GRASS CATCHER COMPONENTS
are subject to deterioration during
normal use. Inspect all components
frequently for signs of wear and
deterioration. Replace worn or
damaged components immediately.
11) DO NOT leave machine with engine
running. STOP engine, STOP
blades, SET brake, and REMOVE
key before leaving operator’s
position for any reason.
12) DO NOT attempt to remove or
unclog the grass catcher with
engine or blades running. Stop
engine and blades and make sure
all rotating components have come
to a complete stop before removing
any catcher component or
attempting to unclog catcher or
deck.
13) DO NOT operate machine with
Catcher open. The catcher must be
closed at all times, unless dumping
grass bags. Stop blades before
dumping grass catcher.