Page 2 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN
2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: This powerful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can cause injury and damage! Failure to comply with the following SAFETY instructions could result in serious injury or death to the operator or other persons. Th...
Page 3 - PREPARATION
3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PREPARATION (Continued From Previous Page) 6. Check the area to be mowed and remove all objects such as toys, wire, rocks, limbs and other objects that could cause injury if thrown by blade or interfere with mowing. 7. Keep people and pets out of mowing area. Immediat...
Page 4 - TOWING
4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TOWING 1. Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing. DO NOT attach towed equipment except at the hitch point. 2. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes. 3. DO NOT allow children or others ...
Page 5 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
5 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS........................................................................ 2-4 TABLE OF CONTENTS ......................................................................................................5 SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION............................
Page 6 - Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION
6 Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION FIGURE 1.1 1.1 INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared for operators of the SNAPPER SCRAMBLER ZERO-TURN MOWER. Its purpose, aside from recommending standard operating procedures and routine service requirements, is to promote SAFETY through the use of accepted operat...
Page 8 - Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS; OPERATION; WARNING; ENGINE
8 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING DO NOT attempt to operate the machine until you have read this manual thoroughly and become familiar with all controls and operating procedures. Serious injury or damage can result. 2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST Make the following checks and perform the servic...
Page 9 - CONTROL; This machine is equipped with; READY; Sit squarely in the operator seat, with feet firmly
9 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3 MOTION CONTROL IMPORTANT: This machine is equipped with hydrostatic drive. The direction and speed of movement are controlled by dual motion control levers. A small amount of movement of either lever may cause the machine to move instantly, and can result in ...
Page 10 - To turn left; To roll the machine without the engine running
10 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3.4. CONVENTIONAL TURNING 1. To turn left , slowly ease back on the left lever while keeping or increasing pressure on the right lever. See Figure 2.6. The more you ease off on the left lever and/or push on the right lever, the tighter the turn. 2. To turn rig...
Page 11 - MOWER OPERATION; CONNECTING BAR OMITTED
11 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.4 MOWER OPERATION 2.4.1. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT This machine has seven different cutting height positions. IMPORTANT: When positioning the cutting deck into a higher cutting position, pull up on the deck lift handle only, it is not necessary to pull up on t...
Page 12 - SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM CHECKS; ENGINE MUST NOT START IF:; Parking Brake is not engaged OR; ENGINE SHOULD START IF:; Park Brake is engaged AND; ENGINE MUST BEGIN TO STOP IF:; Engine will continue to run if Operator
12 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.5 SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM CHECKS This machine is equipped with an electrical safety interlock system that is provided for the safety of the operator and others. All safety devices must be in place and functioning properly before operating the machine. Perform ...
Page 13 - Section 3 - MAINTENANCE; SINGLE BLADE DECK
13 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.1 INTRODUCTION To retain the quality of the SCRAMBLER, use genuine SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact a local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. For the correct part or information for a particular mower, always mention the model and serial number. 3.2...
Page 14 - Pull deck lift handle to highest cutting position.; Checking Mower Belt Tension; Refer to engine owner’s manual for service
14 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns,...
Page 15 - UNDERSIDE VIEW OF 33” DECK
15 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns,...
Page 16 - Mower Deck Linkage; The pivot shaft grease fitting can be accessed; Parking Brake Pivot Bushings
16 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns,...
Page 17 - Filter
17 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns,...
Page 19 - Remove footrest/floor pan assembly. Refer to
19 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid s...
Page 20 - BELT REPLACEMENTS; Follow Steps 1
20 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid s...
Page 22 - FRONT OR REAR VIEW OF DECK
22 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid s...
Page 23 - 8” DECK SHOWN
23 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid s...
Page 24 - WHEEL BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
24 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid s...
Page 25 - BLADE REPLACEMENT CHART
25 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid s...
Page 26 - TESTING; Battery Condition Chart; State of Charge
24 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.6.5. BATTERY TESTING There are two types of battery tests: Unloaded and Loaded. The unloaded test is the procedure that will be discussed. It’s the simplest and most commonly used. An unloaded test is made on a battery without discharging current. To perform...
Page 27 - TROUBLESHOOTING; PROBLEM
23 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Starter Will Not Crank 1. Battery dead. 1. Service battery. Engine 2. Blown fuse. 2. Replace fuse. 3. Electrical connections loose or corroded. 3. Clean and check connections for good contact. 4. Defective ignition switch. 4. Contact author...
Page 29 - SERVICE SCHEDULE; MAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT PARTS
25 SERVICE SCHEDULE ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED REF. EACH USE 5 HRS 25 HRS 50 HRS 100 HRS EACH SEASON Engine Oil Check Oil Level Page 8 X Initial Oil Change Page 13 X Periodic Oil Change Page 14 X* Oil Filter Initial Oil Change Engine Manual & Page 13 X Periodic Oil Change Engine Manual & Page 14...
Page 30 - DECAL IDENTIFICATION
26 DECAL IDENTIFICATION (1) WARNING INSTRUCTIONS (FLOOR PAN) (2) WARNING (FLOOR PAN): Read, understand and follow instructions and warnings in operator’s manuals, and on the mower, engine and attachments before operating. . (3) WARNING (RIGHT SIDE OF DECK): Do Not operate without entire Grass Catche...
Page 31 - Indicates certification by the European
27 DECAL IDENTIFICATION (4) WARNING (LEFT SIDE OF MOWER DECK; ALSO DISCHARGE CHUTE): It advises operator of the danger of the rotating blade. (5) CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT (FLOOR PAN): It demonstrates operation of Cutting Height Adjustment Handle. (6) PARKING BRAKE ENGAGE (PARKING BRAKE): Indicates ...
Page 32 - YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY; any authorized; SNAPPER
24 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For two (2) years from purchase date for the original purchaser's residential, non-commercial use, SNAPPER , through any authorized SNAPPER dealer will replace, free of charge (except for taxes where applicable), any part or parts found upon examination by the factory at M...
Page 33 - NOTES
25 NOTES ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________...
