Snapper NZMX30614KH, NZMX32734BV - Manuals

5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5STATEMENT OF USAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5ENGINE POWER RATING INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATI...

6 Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION FIGURE 1.1 1.1 INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared for the operator’s of theSNAPPER MID MOUNT Z-RIDER. Its purpose, aside fromrecommending standard operating procedures and routineservice requirements, is to promote SAFETY through theuse of accepted operating pra...

7 Section 2 - SAFETY MESSAGES AND SYMBOLS DANGER ! ROTATING PARTS KEEP AWAY FROM MOVING PARTS PARKING BRAKE LEVER OPERATION MOTION CONTROL LEVER OPERATION WEAR HEARING PROTECTION WARNING ! AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH STARTING, OPERATION & STOPPING OF MACHINE

11 Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ROLL RELEASE: To roll the machine without theengine running, pressure within the hydraulic pumpsmust be released. There is a hydraulic pressure reliefvalve on the upper side of each pump that is used torelease the pressure. Use...

13 Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.3 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 1. Depress deck lift pedal fully to lock deck in trans- port position. See Figure 3.9. 2. Insert stop pin to desired cutting height. See Figure 3.10. 3. Depress deck lift pedal while flipping back transport lever, and slowly release...

14 Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.4.2. STOPPING MACHINE1. Return motion control levers to the neutral position & the neutral lock position. IMPORTANT: Operator must use hand assistance to bring both motion control levers to the neutral position& the neutral lock position. 2. Engage par...

16 Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Section 4 - MAINTENANCE 4.2.3. CHECK MOWER DRIVE BELT1. Lower deck to lowest setting. 2. Remove footrest. See Figure 4.3. 3. Removal of footrest will allow access to deck belt. 4. Check the belt tension. The idler pulleys and springs provide proper tension and r...

17 Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4.5 ANNUALLY (END OF EACH SEASON) Perform all maintenance as described in Section"AFTER EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS". Refer toSection "Service Schedule". 4.5.1. ENGINE Service engine according to engine owner's manual. Section 4 - MAINTENANCE 4.3.3....

20 Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 10. If wheel(s) are rotating, loosen the hydro pump activation assembly retaining screw. Move activationassembly forward or rearward to stop rotation ofwheel. Retighten retaining screw. Repeat this step forother hydro pump. See Figure 5.3. NOTE: On some pumps, t...

22 Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 5.2.1. MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT (LEVELNESS)SIDE to SIDE and FRONT to REAR8. Loosen the bottom nuts that secure both rear deck support eyebolts. Adjust top nuts until eyebolts aretight, then tighten bottom nuts securely. See Figu...

23 Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 5.3 TRACTION BELT TENSION The traction drive belt tension does not require adjustment.If the belts are slipping, they will have to be replaced. 5.4 TRACTION BELT REPLACEMENT 1. Remove clutch to deck belt. Refer to Section “Mo...

24 Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 5.6 TRACKING ADJUSTMENT If the machine does not track straight when the MotionControl Levers are in the maximum forward speedposition, perform the following adjustment. Rear tirepressure must be set to 12 PSI before making th...

25 Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 5.8 ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR Refer to the engine owner's manual for engine adjust-ments and/or repairs. 5.9 MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT 5.9.1. BLADE WEAR LIMITS1. Inspect blade frequently for signs of excessive wear or dam...

27 Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 5.10.4. BATTERY TESTING1. Remove battery. Refer to Section "BATTERY REMOVAL". 2. Using a voltmeter, check the battery's state of charge by comparing the voltmeter reading with thechart below. (Remember to hook the pos...

29 Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Starter Will Not Crank Engine 1. Battery dead. 1. Service battery. 2. Blown fuse. 2. Replace fuse. 3. Electrical connections loose or corroded. 3. Clean and check connections for good contact. 4. Defective...

31 Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SERVICE SCHEDULE ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED REF. NUMBER EACH USE 5 HRS 25 HRS 50 HRS 100 HRS EACH SEASON Engine Oil Check Oil Level Page 10 X Initial Oil Change Page 15 X Periodic Oil Change Page 16 X* Air Cleaner Clean or Replace Engine Manual X** Spark Plug Replac...

37 SNAPPER PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM IMPORTANT: KEEP THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR PERSONAL RECORDS (Complete the following information on your Snapper purchase) Model Number_________________________________________________________ Serial Number _________________________________________________________ ...

40 Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for IMPORTANT Snapper products are built using engines that meet or exceed all applicable emissions requirements on the datemanufactured. The labels on those engines contain very important emissions information and critical safetywarnings. Read, Underst...