Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for
REAR ENGINE RIDING MOWER
HYDRO DRIVE
SERIES 1
MODEL
381451HBVE
MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION
38 145
1 H B V E
CUTTING WIDTH ENGINE OPTIONS
ENGINE HP ENGINE TYPE
SERIES DESIGNATION ENGINE MODEL
DRIVE SYSTEM
38 – 38” Cutting Deck H – Hydrostatic Drive System
145 – 14.5 HP Engine B – Briggs Engine
1 – Series Designation V – Over Head Valve
E – Electric Start
Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your machine, 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 the operating instructions and common sense!
COPYRIGHT © 2001
SNAPPER INC.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
MANUAL No. 7-2214 (REV. 3, 8/29/01)