Operation, Stopping the rider – Snapper 1300 Series User Manual

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Operation

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)

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.

WARNING

Before leaving the operator’s

for any

reason, engage the parking brake, disengage the
PTO, stop the engine and remove the key.

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.