Snapper 285Z - Manual

5 Operator Safety 20 3.5 Slope Operation Operation on slopes can be dangerous. Using the unit on aslope that is too steep where you do not have adequate wheeltraction (and control) can cause sliding, loss of steering, control,and possible rollover. You should not operate on a slope greaterthan a 3.5...

10 www.Snapper.com Safety and Instructional Decals This unit has been designed and manufactured to provide youwith the safety and reliability you would expect from anindustry leader in outdoor power equipment manufacturing. Although reading this manual and the safety instructions itcontains will pro...

11 Decal, Control Panel, LHPart No. 7104229 7104229 Decal, Control Panel, RHPart No. 7104230 7104230 Decal, Ground SpeedLever, LHPart No. 7104226 7104226 Decal, Ground SpeedLever, RHPart No. 7104227 7104227 Decal, Transmission ReleasePart No. 7104231 7104231 Decal, Weight LimitPart No. 7101940 Opera...

12 www.Snapper.com Ground Speed Levers These levers control the ground speed and direction of therider. The left lever controls the left rear drive wheel and theright controls the right rear drive wheel. Moving a lever forward increases the FORWARD speed of theassociated wheel, and pulling back on a...

Do not load this zero-turn rider on a trailer or truck usingtwo separate ramps. Only use a single ramp that is at leastone foot wider than the width of the rear wheels of thisrider. This rider has a zero turning radius and the rearwheels could fall off the ramps, or the rider could tip overinjuring ...

15 Starting the Engine NOTE: The engine on this unit features an Electronic FuelManagement (EFM) system, and does not require choking. 1. While sitting in the operator’s seat, make sure the PTO switch is disengaged, the parking brake is engaged, andthe ground speed levers are locked in the START/PAR...

16 www.Snapper.com Zero TurnDriving Practice The ground speed levers of the zero turn rider are responsive,and learning to gain a smooth and efficient control of the rider’sforward, reverse, and turning movements will take somepractice. Spending some time going through the maneuvers shown andbecomin...

17 Advanced Driving Executing an End-Of-Row Zero Turn Your zero turn rider’s unique ability to turn in placeallows you to turn around at the end of a cuttingrow rather than having to stop and Y-turn beforestarting a new row. For example, to execute a right end-of row zeroturn: 1. Slow down at the en...

18 www.Snapper.com Figure 9. Trailer Weight Recommendations A B Attaching a Trailer The maximum weight of a towed trailer should be less than 200lbs (91kg). Secure the trailer with an appropriately sized clevispin (A, Figure 9) and clip (B). Excessive towed loads can cause loss of traction and loss ...

19 RIDER AND MOWER Every 8 Hours or Daily Check safety interlock system Clean debris off rider and mower deck Clean debris from engine compartment Check transmission oil levels Every 25 Hours or Annually * Check tire pressure Check mower blade stopping time Check rider and mower for loose hardware E...

20 www.Snapper.com Check Tire Pressures Tire pressure should be checked periodically, and maintained atthe levels shown in the chart. Note that these pressures maydiffer slightly from the “Max Inflation” stamped on the side-wallof the tires. The pressures shown provide proper traction,improve cut qu...

21 Mower Deck Washout Port The washout port allows you to connect a typical garden hoseto the trim side (L.H.) of the mower deck to remove grass anddebris from the underside of the deck. This ensures proper andsafe operation of the mower. 1. Park the rider on a smooth, level surface such as a concre...

22 www.Snapper.com Seat Adjustments The seat and ground speed levers should be adjusted so thatoperator’s elbows are supported by the arm rests when his/herhands are on the controls, and the ground speed levers can bemoved through their full range of motion without contactingthe operator’s legs. Sea...

25 WARNING To avoid serious injury, perform adjustments only withengine stopped, key removed and rider on level ground. B A C A B B B Figure 19. PTO Clutch Adjustment Figure 20. Adjust PTO Clutch PTO Clutch Adjustment Check the PTO clutch adjustment after the initial 25 hour break-in period and then...

26 www.Snapper.com Mower Deck Leveling Perform these adjustments on a flat level surface. Be sure tocheck and adjust tire pressures before leveling the mower deck. Side-To-Side Leveling 1. With the mower installed, place the rider on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Turn the front w...

27 Figure 25. Mower Leveling - Front-to-Back A B B C C A Servicing the Mower Blades 1. Remove mower deck (see “Mower Deck Removal”). 2. See Figure 26. To remove blade for sharpening, use a block of wood to prevent blade rotation while looseningthe hardware. 3. Remove the bolt (C, Figure 28), blade w...

28 www.Snapper.com Oil: • ground speed lever pivot points• discharge chute hinge • deck lift pivot points Generally, all moving metal parts should be oiled where contactis made with other parts. Keep oil and grease off belts and pul-leys. Remember to wipe fittings and surfaces clean bothbefore and a...

29 Figure 30. Battery Compartment WARNING Be careful when handling the battery. Keep flames andsparks away from the battery.When removing or installing battery cables, disconnect thenegative cable FIRST and reconnect it LAST. If not done in thisorder, the positive terminal can be shorted to the fram...

30 www.Snapper.com While normal care and regular maintenance will extend the lifeof your equipment, prolonged or constant use may eventuallyrequire that service be performed to allow it to continue operat-ing properly. The troubleshooting guide below lists the most common prob-lems, their causes and...

32 www.Snapper.com BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, L.L.C. OWNER WARRANTY POLICY LIMITED WARRANTY Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC will repair and/or replace, free of charge, any part(s) of the equipment that is defective in material or workmanship or both. Briggs & Str...

Engine: 27 HP Briggs & Stratton Make Briggs & Stratton Model 27 hp PRO Twin w/EFM Horsepower 27 @ 3500 rpm Displacement 44.0 Cu. in (724 cc) Electrical System 12 Volt, 16 amp. Alternator, Battery: 230 CCA Oil Capacity 64 Oz. (1.9 L) w/ Filter Chassis: Fuel Tank Capacity: 3.0 Gallons (11.4 L)...