Page 2 - Where to Find Us; Model Number; Engine; Model; Date Purchased
Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Snapper product. We are pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the Snapper brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Snapper mower will provide manyyears of dependable service. This manual contains safety...
Page 3 - Table of Contents; WARNING
1 Table of Contents Operator Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Important Operator Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Safety Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 7 - CAUTION; Important Operator Safety Instructions (Continued)
GENERAL OPERATION 1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the unit before starting. 2. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at alltimes. 3. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instruc...
Page 9 - SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE; Safe Handling of Gasoline
7 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Safe Handling of Gasoline 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition. 2. Use only approved gasoline containers.3. Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling. 4. Never fuel the machi...
Page 10 - Safety Decals
8 www.snapper.com This unit has been designed and manufactured to provideyou with 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 provide you with the necessary basic...
Page 11 - SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM; Operational SAFETY Checks; Test 1 — Engine should NOT crank if:; Unit ID Tag; LLEE; Identification Tags
9 SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches. Thesesafety systems are present for your safety, do not attemptto bypass safety switches, and never tamper with safetydevices. Check their operation regularly. Operational SAFETY Checks Test 1 — Engine should NOT crank i...
Page 12 - Safety Icons; DANGER; CAUTION or NOTICE
10 www.snapper.com Safety Icons The alert symbol is used to identity safety information about hazards that can result in personal injury. A signalword (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used with thealert symbol to indicate the likelihood and the potentialseverity of the injury. In addition, a hazard ...
Page 13 - Assembly
11 Assembly Read and follow the assembly and adjustmentinstructions for your mower. All fasteners are in the parts bag. Do not discardany parts or material until the unit is assembled. NOTE: In this instruction book, left and right describe the location of a part with the operator on the seat. Parts...
Page 14 - Positioning the Ground Speed / Steering Control Levers:; Lever Alignment Adjustment:
12 www.snapper.com Figure 4. Lever Alignment & Placement AdjustmentA. Levers Misaligned (One Lever Tilted Behind the Other)B. Levers Aligned Incorrectly (One Lever Tilted In Front of the Other) C. Levers Aligned Correctly Figure 3. Install Control Levers (Left Side Shown)A. Control Lever B. Bott...
Page 15 - Seat & Safety Switch Assembly; Seat Adjustment
13 A B C D Figure 5. Seat InstallationA. SeatB. Seat PlateC. 5/16-18 Nylock Flange Nut (4)D. Seat Switch Wire Harness C Seat & Safety Switch Assembly 1. Pivot the ground speed / steering control levers out to the NEUTRAL position and pivot the seat plate (B, Figure5) forward. 2. Mount the seat (...
Page 16 - Charge The Battery
14 www.snapper.com Figure 7. BatteryA. Positive Cable & CoverB. Negative CableC. Rubber Hold-Down Strap B A C Charge The Battery IMPORTANT: Before attempting to operate the machine for the first time, check the battery date. The battery datewill tell you if the battery needs to be charged. 1. Ti...
Page 17 - Check Tire Pressures
15 Tire Pressure Front 25 psi (1,72 bar) Rear 15 psi (1,03 bar) Figure 8. Checking Tire Pressure Check Tire Pressures Tire pressure should be checked periodically, and maintainedat the levels shown in the chart. Note that these pressuresmay differ slightly from the “Max Inflation” stamped on theside...
Page 18 - Ground Speed / Steering Control Levers; Throttle Control; CONTROL FUNCTIONS; Features and Controls
16 www.snapper.com Ground Speed / Steering Control Levers These levers control the ground speed and steering controlof the rider. The left lever controls the left rear drive wheeland the right controls the right rear drive wheel. Moving a lever forward increases the FORWARD speed ofthe associated wh...
Page 20 - Operation; General Operating Safety; Never allow passengers to ride on the unit.
18 www.snapper.com Operation General Operating Safety Before first time operation: • Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Operation sections before attempting to operate thistractor and mower. • Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the unit. • Drive in an open area w...
Page 21 - Starting the Engine; NOTE: A warm engine may not require choking.; Stopping the Rider and Engine; DO NOT TOW RIDER
19 WARNING If you do not understand how a specific controlfunctions, or have not yet thoroughly read theFEATURES & CONTROLS section, do so now.Do NOT attempt to operate the tractor without firstbecoming familiar with the location and function of ALLcontrols. Starting the Engine 1. While sitting ...
Page 22 - Zero-Turn Driving Practice; Locate a smooth, flat area of your lawn; Basic Driving; Forward Travel Practice; Smooth Travel
20 www.snapper.com Zero-Turn Driving Practice The lever controls of the Zero Turn rider are responsive,and learning to gain a smooth and efficient control of therider’s forward, reverse, and turning movements will takesome practice. Spending some time going through the maneuvers shownand becoming fa...
Page 23 - Advanced Driving; Practice Turning Around a Corner; Practice Turning In Place
21 Advanced Driving Executing an End-Of-Row Zero Turn Your Zero Turn Rider’s unique ability to turn inplace allows you to turn around at the end of acutting row rather than having to stop and Y-turnbefore starting a new row. For example, to execute a left end-of row zeroturn: 1. Slow down at the end...
Page 25 - A good rule of thumb; Tall Grass Requires Incremental Cutting
23 Mowing Before mowing, set the cutting height as described in Cutting Height Adjustment. 1. Engage the parking brake. Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged and the ground speed / steering controllevers are in the NEUTRAL position. 2. Start the engine (see STARTING THE ENGINE).3. Set the throttle ...
Page 28 - Maintenance
26 www.snapper.com Maintenance Schedule & Procedures The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your rider and mower. You will need to keep a record of youroperating time. Determining operating time is easily accomplished by observing the elapsed time recorded by the hour meter...
Page 29 - Lubrication
27 Oil: • control handle pivots • discharge chute hinge Generally, all moving metal parts should be oiled wherecontact is made with other parts. Keep oil and grease offbelts and pulleys. Remember to wipe fittings and surfacesclean both before and after lubrication. Lubrication Lubricate the unit at ...
Page 30 - Servicing The Mower Blades
28 www.snapper.com Servicing The Mower Blades Removing the Mower Blade 1. See Figure 25. To remove the mower blade, wedge a wooden block between the mower blade and the mowerdeck housing to keep the mower blade from turning,then remove the mower blade and the mower bladeretaining hardware. Inspectin...
Page 31 - • Always wear safety eye protection when grinding.; Avoid injury! Keep mower blades balanced.
29 Figure 30. Tightening the Mower Blade for InstallationA. Mower Blade Mounting BoltB. Spring WasherC. Mower Blade Air Lift (Install With Points Up)D. 4 X 4 Wooden BlockE. Spline Washer D A B E Sharpening the Mower Blade 1. Sharpen the mower blades with grinder, hand file, or electric blade sharpen...
Page 33 - Change Engine Oil & Filter
31 Change Engine Oil & Filter 1. Warm the engine by running for a few minutes. (Refer to the engine operator’s manual for oil & filter replacementinstructions) 2. The oil drain hose (A, Figure 32) is located on the left side of the engine. Remove the oil drain hose from itsstorage position a...
Page 35 - Battery Maintenance
33 WARNING Be careful when handling the battery. Avoid spillingelectrolyte. Keep flames and sparks away from thebattery.When removing or installing battery cables, disconnectthe negative cable FIRST and reconnect it LAST. If notdone in this order, the positive terminal can be shorted tothe frame by ...
Page 37 - Parking Brake Adjustment
35 Figure 37. Parking Brake AdjustmentA. Brake SpringB. First Measurement - 1/2” (1,27 cm)C. Brake Spring RodD. Lock NutE. Second Measurement - 3/8” (0,95 cm)F. Set CollarG. Brake Shaft Weldment Parking Brake Adjustment If the unit creeps with the engine shut off and the parkingbrake engaged, the pa...
Page 38 - PTO Clutch Adjustment
36 www.snapper.com WARNING To avoid serious injury, perform adjustments only withengine stopped, key removed and rider on levelground. B A C A B B B Figure 38. PTO Clutch AdjustmentA. Adjustment Window (Qty. 3, one shown)B. Adjustment Nut Figure 39. Adjust PTO ClutchA. WindowB. Adjustment NutC. .016...
Page 39 - Mower Deck Leveling
37 Mower Deck Leveling Perform these adjustments on a flat level surface. SIDE-TO-SIDE LEVELING 1. With the mower installed, place the rider on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Turn the frontwheels so they are straight. 2. Check for bent blades and replace if necessary. 3. Place the...
Page 40 - Mower Belt Replacement
38 www.snapper.com Mower Belt Replacement 1. Park the rider on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parkingbrake, turn off the engine, remove the ignition key andwait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Remove the mower deck guards. 3. Raise the mower deck to ...
Page 41 - Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement
39 Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement 1. Park the rider on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parkingbrake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key. 2. Remove the PTO drive belt (see MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT for removal instructions). 3. Break t...
Page 42 - Troubleshooting; TROUBLESHOOTING THE RIDER; PROBLEM
40 www.snapper.com Troubleshooting While normal care and regular maintenance will extend thelife of your equipment, prolonged or constant use mayeventually require that service be performed to allow it tocontinue operating properly. The troubleshooting guide below lists the most commonproblems, thei...
Page 43 - Rider Troubleshooting Continued.; TROUBLESHOOTING THE MOWER
41 Rider Troubleshooting Continued. PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Engine runs, but rider will 1. Hydraulic release lever(s) 1. Move lever(s) forward to “drive” position. not drive. in “free-wheel” position. See Pushing The Rider By Hand. 2. Belt is broken. 2. See Drive Belt Replacement. 3. Drive belt slips. ...
Page 44 - TROUBLESHOOTING COMMON CUTTING PROBLEMS
42 www.snapper.com TROUBLESHOOTING COMMON CUTTING PROBLEMS PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Streaking. 1. Blades are not sharp. 1. Sharpen your blades. 2. Blades are worn down to far. 2. Replace your blades. 3. Engine speed is too slow. 3. Always mow at full throttle. 4. Ground speed is too fast. 4. Slow down. ...
Page 45 - Specifications; Product Specifications
43 Specifications Product Specifications 355ZB2654 Deck Size (inches) 54” Height of Cut (inches) 1.5” - 4.5” Transaxle Type HydroGear ZT2800 Ground Speed - Fwd/Rev (mph) 0 - 7 / 0 - 5 Engine Power (hp) 26.0* Engine Displacement (cc) 570 Fuel Tank Capacity (gal) 6.5 *Engine Power Rating Information T...
Page 47 - YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY; DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY
45 45 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For two (2) years from purchase date for the original purchaser’s residential, non-commercial use, SNAPPER, through anyauthorized SNAPPER dealer will replace, free of charge (except for taxes where applicable), any part or parts found uponexamination by the factory at M...
Page 48 - Engine Power Rating Information:
www.snapper.com Engine Power Rating Information: The gross power rating for individual gas engine models is labeled in accordance with SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) code J1940 (Small Engine Power & Torque Rating Procedure), and rating performance hasbeen obtained and corrected in accorda...
