Snapper CICFR5505HV, Safety Instructions & Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ... HP Horse Power 5 Series Designation B Briggs Engine H Honda Engine V Over Head Valve Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product Before operating your TILLER read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on Pages 2 3 Remember that all power equipment can be dangerous if used improperly Also keep in mind that SAFETY requires careful use in accordance with ...

Page 2: ...s wear long pants and substantial footwear with good traction 5 Fill fuel tank outdoors and replace fuel cap before starting engine Use approved fuel container DO NOT smoke near open fuel container DO NOT fill fuel tank indoors or when engine is running Allow engine to cool for at least ten minutes before refilling Wipe off any spilled fuel before starting engine DO NOT run engine indoors 6 Make s...

Page 3: ...ht or in good artificial light 11 Never operate tiller in wet areas Always be sure of your footing keep a firm hold on the handle 12 Do not operate on slopes 1 Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight and be sure tiller is in safe operating condition 2 Never store tiller with fuel in tank inside of a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclo...

Page 4: ...istance 10 Standing Tiller On End 10 Tiller Lubrication 10 Tiller Tines 11 Belt Adjustment Replacement 11 12 Off Season Storage 12 Tine Replacement 12 WARRANTY 13 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE 14 17 PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM 18 WARNING To avoid fuel leakage and FIRE HAZARD fuel must be drainedfrom tank beforestanding tiller on end I IMPORTANT I The pictures and illustrations in this manual are I provided fo...

Page 5: ... TRANSMISSION STAND UP CHAIN CASE BAR FIGURE 1 INTRODUCTION This manual covers the recommended operating procedure and routine service requirements on SNAPPER Intermediate Rear Tine Tiller It is recommended that all operators of this Tiller become thoroughly familiar with the controls and proper operation of the unit before operating Specific details involving the engine are found in the separate ...

Page 6: ...d clean tines as needed 2 2 4 CHECK GUARDS to make sure all are in proper position and securely tightened 2 2 5 FILL FUEL TANK where fumes will be safely dissipated Refer to engine manual for fuel specifications 2 3 BRIGGS ENGINE STARTING STOPPING Know beforehand how to stop the tines wheel drive and engine in preparation for possible emergencies The Briggs engine is stopped by moving the engine S...

Page 7: ... TINE DRIVE RELEASE WHEEL TINE CONTROL BAIL FIGURE 4 2 4 ENGINE STARTING PROCEDURE Step 1 Place the WHEEL and TINE SHIFT LEVER in the NEUTRAL position and make sure the WHEEL and TINE CONTROL BAIL is in the released position Step 2 Briggs Engine For cold starts move the CHOKE CONTROL on the engine forward into CHOKE position See Figure 5 MOVE THE ENGINE KILL SWITCH TO ON MOVE THE CHOKE CONTROL TO ...

Page 8: ...ep 5 Briggs Engine Allow a brief warm up period then move the CHOKE CONTROL rearward to RUN POSITION and the ENGINE SPEED CONTROL to the desired speed setting Refer to the tilling procedure section Step 5 Honda Engine Allow a brief warm up period then move the CHOKE CONTROL forward to the OFF POSITION Move the ENGINE SPEED CONTROL to the desired speed setting Refer to the tilling procedure section...

Page 9: ...h the bail released push the unit with the handle bar The Tiller may be pushed with the engine running or shut off STEPS Engage the WHEEL and TINE CONTROL Machine will start forward movement and tilling IMPORTANT To STOP forward movement and tine rotation release the wheel and tine control 2 7 TILLING PROCEDURE Tines are engaged ONLY when the WHEEL and TINE SHIFT LEVER is in the FWD FWD TIL or FWD...

Page 10: ...GINE SERVICE Refer to the engine owner s manual for details Engine oil is drained by removing front filler plug and standing Tiller on end See Figure 9 3 2 2 SERVICE NOTE Since a Tiller normally operates under extremely dusty or dirty conditions the air cleaner engine oil and cooling fins must be serviced as specified in the engine manual at frequent intervals The Tiller itself should be serviced ...

Page 11: ...3 5 BELT ADJUSTMENT REPLACEMENT BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT Remove the cotter pin that secures clevis pin to left wheel hub Remove clevis pin from left wheel hub and slide wheel out on axle about 1 Remove belt guard Measure the length idler pulley spring at the end of the control cable in a relaxed position Then move wheel and tine control bail up to the handle bar and measure the extended length of t...

Page 12: ...e manual for details STEP 2 After standing the Tiller on end check the plugs in the chain case for leakage After extended period some grease may seep through upper bearing races STEP 3 Remove both wheels and grease wheel shafts Reinstall wheels Remove both tines and grease tine shafts Reinstall tines Grease these shafts when tiller is stored for long periods to prevent rust buildup Rust buildup wi...

Page 13: ...nal purchase date SNAPPER will not be responsible for any installation cost incurred The battery warranty only covers original equipment batteries and does not cover damage to the battery or machine caused by neglect or abuse destruction by fire explosion freezing overcharging improper maintenance or use of improper electrolyte There is no other express warranty DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY Implied warr...

Page 14: ... avail able engines and components In their products in order to provide long satisfactory service However proper care is essential In prolonging engine life Dirt Is your engine s enemy number 11 The engine on your Snapper product spends Its entire life operating close to the ground at high speed creating a virtual storm of dust and dirtl 14 ...

Page 15: ...r loss 3 result In hard starting 4 create smoke from unburned fuel 5 produce carbon build up Internally 6 foul spark plug electrodes 7 score cylinder walls 8 burn valves 9 wear out the engine pre maturely 10 COST YOU MONEY Damage caused by a poorly serviced air cleaner is not covered under the engine warranties So save yourself unnecessary expenses and undue aggravation by keeping the air cleaner ...

Page 16: ...guides 2 sticking valves o 3 scuffed scored _ walls 4 overspeedlng 5 loss of power 6 complete failure of engine Dirt can also be Introduced Into an engine In dirty fuel from a contaminated container Always use clean fresh fuel from a clean container to guard against dirt sludge and water contamination Be aware that fuel breaks down in storage and forms gummy compounds which will block carburetor p...

Page 17: ...Fuel Tank 4 Choke 5 Primer on some engines 6 Safety Inter lock Switches 7 Switch Blade Control 8 Spark plug g Throttle control 10 Blade 11 Muffler To full level 4 cycle Properly mixed with gas 2 cycle Clean and properly serviced Full fresh clean gasoline Fuel valve open Cap vent open Inline filter clean Operating properly Used properly In proper position All wires properly connected Switch On Blad...

Page 18: ...ge Please mail your product registration card to Snapper at P O Box 777 McDonough Georgia 30253 Or you may register on line at www snapper com You can contact us at our web site or if you would like to speak with a Customer Service Representative Call us at the Snapper Customer Relations Center For faster service please have your Serial Number and Model Number available Call the Snapper Customer R...

Page 19: ...about your Snapper product contact your local authorized Snapper dealer or contact Snapper Customer Service at Snapper McDonough GA 30253 Phone 1 800 935 2967 WARNING BATTERY POSTS TERMINALS AND RELATED ACCESSORIES CONTAIN LEAD AND LEAD COMPOUNDS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER AND BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING WARNING ENGINE EXHAUST ...