Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product GM2513BS Snapper
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OPERA T OR’S MANU AL SIMPLICITY Mfg. No. Description 1694240 13HP Honda Walk-Behind Brush Mower 1694204 13HP Briggs Walk-Behind Brush Mower 1694205 13HP Kawasaki Walk-Behind Brush Mower FERRIS Mfg. No. Description 1694249 13HP Briggs Walk-Behind Brush Mower (BC25BE) 1694251 13HP Honda Walk-Behind Brush Mower (BC25H) GIANT-VAC Mfg.
1 T roub leshooting, Adjustment and Service .....14 Chart .....................................................................14 Travel Control Adjustment ....................................16 Blade Clutch Adjustment ................................
2 SAFE OPERA TION PRA CTICES FOR W ALK-BEHIND MO WERS This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the follow- ing safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. GENERAL OPERA TION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s).
3 Safety Rules and Information SLOPE OPERA TION Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall acci- dents, which can result in severe injury. All slopes require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it. Do • Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down.
4 Safety Rules & Information SER VICE AND MAINTENANCE • Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. a) Use only an approved container. b) Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running.
5 Safety and Instructional Decals Decal - Warning (7028490) Important Safety Operating Instructions. Read and understand before operating machine Decal - Engine Throttle Control (7029167) Models - All.
6 Features & Controls Engine On/Starter Rotate this key switch to the ON position before pulling on the starter rope. If the mower is equipped with the optional electric start- ing system, rotate the key past the ON position to engage the starter.
7 Operating the Mower Engage Disengage Figure 4 - Traction Drive / Freewheel Control ST AR TING THE ENGINE NOTE - The procedures outlined within this section are general guidelines, and are in no way meant to replace or supercede engine manufacturer's operating instruc- tions.
8 Operating the Mower T o Pr opel Unit Forward: • Grasping both upper handle/safety bar (A, Figure 5) and lower portion of traction drive engagement bar (B) with both hands, slowly begin squeezing engage- ment bar up toward handle. The unit should begin moving forward.
9 Operating the Mower OFF RUN ST ART A Figure 7 - PTO Engaged A. Blade Engagement Lever in engaged position. OFF RUN ST ART A Figure 8 - PTO Disengaged A.
10 Operating the Mower A D C C B Figure 9 - Adjusting Height A. Skid B. Capscrew C. Washer D. Nut T O ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT The front skids on the brush cutter have 3 sets of holes (Figure 9) for heig.
11 Regular Maintenance LUBRICA TION Service Interval: Every 25 Hours Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figure 10 as well as the lubrication points listed. Generally, all moving parts should be oiled where contact is made with other parts. Keep oil and grease off belts and pulleys.
12 Regular Maintenance TIRE PRESSURE Tire pressure is 20 psi (1.4 bar). B A TTER Y SER VICE Cleaning the Battery and Cables - 9HP Models Service Interval: Every 100 Hours 1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative cable first (C, Figure 13a).
13 Regular Maintenance SER VICING THE MO WER BLADES Service Interval: Every 100 Hours or As Required 1. Raise the front end of the brush mower and securely support in the raised position. 2. Blades should be sharp and free of nicks and dents. If worn or damaged, replace the blades as described in following steps.
14 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service TR OUBLESHOO TING PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Engine will not turnover or start. 1. PTO lever in the engaged position. Place in disengaged position. 2. Out of fuel. If the engine is hot, allow it to cool, then refill the fuel tank.
15 T roubleshooting, Adjustment & Service T r oubleshooting Cont. Blade will not engage. 1. Blade clutch rod too loose. See Blade Clutch Adjustment Section. 2. Blade belt worn or broken. Turn off engine and inspect belt. Adjust or replace as required.
16 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service TRA VEL CONTROL ADJUSTMENT Serial Number 0-011903999 1. The Travel Control engagement bars (A, Figure 16a) should be an equal distance from the Upper Handle Bar. If they are not, adjust their position. 2.
17 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service A D C B E Figure 17 - Blade Clutch Adjustment A. Clutch Rod B. Clutch Rod Lever C. Clutch Rod Fitting D.
18 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT The mower blade should stop within 5 seconds after the Blade Engagement Lever is moved to the DISEN- GAGED position. This adjustment is checked by: 1. Remove blade clutch cover plate (A, Figure 19).
19 T roubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service A D B 1/8” Max. C Figure 21 - Traction Drive Belt Adjustment A. Transmission Pulley B. Drive Belt C. Engine Pulley D.
20 T roubleshooting, Adjustment & Service E D G F B C A Figure 24 - Belt Alignment A. Blade Drive Pulley B. Mower Belt C. Mower Tension Idler D. Transmission Pulley E.
21 Specifications Parts & Accessories ENGINEl BRIGGS HONDA KAWASAKI BRIGGS Engine 13 HP B&S 13 HP Honda 15 HP V-twin 16 HP B&S Transmission Hydro/Variable Hydro/Variable Hydro/Variable Hydro/Variable Ground Speed (mph) Infinite (.01 - 6) Infinite (.
22 Notes.
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