Snapper EZF6100M, EZF2100DKU, EZF2300GKU, EZF5200M - Manual

5 Section 1 – FAMILIARIZATION FIGURE 1.1 1.1 INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared for the operator’s of the SNAPPER OUT FRONT Z-RIDER. Its purpose, aside from recommending standard operating procedures and routine service requirements, is to promote SAFETY through the use of accepted operating...

6 MACHINE MOTION CONTROL - Single lever, multi- directional & continuously variable, controls direction of motion & speed of motion. Forward displacement of control produces forward motion. Rearward displacement of control produces rearward motion. Increased control displacement produces inc...

7 SYMBOLS ENGINE SPEED CONTROL RABBIT - FAST TURTLE - SLOW DIESEL FUEL ONLY CUTTING HEIGHT CONTROL SWITCH - Move switch in direction of plus symbol to increase cutting height/ Move switch in direction of minus symbol to decrease cutting height. Keep a safe distance from the machine. Always clear the...

9 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up. 2.1.1. Check tires and add or release air as needed to bring pressure in drive tires to: 12 psi (Turf Type Tires), 5 psi (All Terrain Type Tires) and 25 psi ...

12 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.2.4. PARKING BRAKE 1. Engage parking brake by pulling the parking brake lever back to the “ON” position. See Figure 2.8. 2. Release parking brake by moving brake lever down to the “OFF” position. See Figure. 2.9. FIGURE 2.8 FIGURE 2.9 2.2.5. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJ...

13 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3. OPERATION – MOTION CONTROL 2.3.1. DRIVING MACHINE IMPORTANT: The joystick lever has to be manually moved to propel machine. Always return the joystick with hand assistance to the neutral position to stop machine. Release the joystick and it will gradually r...

14 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.1 INTRODUCTION To retain the quality of the SNAPPER Out Front Z-Rider, 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 SNAPPER Out Front Z-Rider, always ment...

15 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.2.3. CHECK MOWER DRIVE BELT 1. Drive Belt Cover Removal a. Lower deck to lowest setting. b. Remove knobs that secure the deck cover. See Figure 3.3. c. Remove cover to gain access to deck belt. FIGURE 3.3 2. Checking Belt Tension The idler and spring provide proper belt ...

17 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.5 ANNUALLY (END OF EACH SEASON) (Continued from previous Page) 3.5.2. FUEL FILTER (DIESEL ENGINE ONLY) Service fuel filter as instructed in engine owner’s manual. Turn key to “OFF” position. Engine MUST be stopped and MUST be cold before removing filter. 1. Move the fuel...

19 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR DANGER Exercise EXTREME CAUTION when making this adjustment, due to close proximity of moving parts. 4.1 NEUTRAL POSITION ADJUSTMENTS The joystick controls the movement and stopping of the machine. Move the joystick to the center or neutral position to stop ma...

21 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.5 MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT 4.5.1. BLADE WEAR LIMITS (Continued from previous page) FIGURE 4.5 WARNING DO NOT use a cutting blade that shows signs of excessive wear or damage. Refer to Figure 4.5. Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutti...

24 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.7 BATTERY Battery Condition Chart State of Charge Syringe Hydrometer Digital Voltmeter Five Ball Hydrometer 100% Charged w/ Sulfate Stop 1.280 12.80v Five Balls Floating 100% Charged 1.265 12.60v Four Balls Floating 75% Charged 1.210 12.40v Three Balls Float...

25 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.8 MOWER SPINDLES (Field Serviceable Spindles) BEARING REPLACEMENT In the event that a spindle bearing requires replacement, the SNAPPER Field Serviceable Spindles have been designed so that no special tools or presses are required. 1. Remove belt. Loosen bla...

26 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...

28 SERVICE SCHEDULE ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED REF. EACH USE 5 HRS 25 HRS 50 HRS 75 HRS 100 HRS EACH SEASON Engine Oil Check Oil Level Page 9 X Initial Oil Change Page 15 X Periodic Oil Change Page 14 X* Change Oil Filter Engine Manual X Air Cleaner Clean or Replace Engine Manual X** X Fuel Filter Repla...

29 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For two (2) years from purchase date for the original purchaser's 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 McDonough, Georgia, to be defe...

32 Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for OUT FRONT Z-RIDER HYDRO DRIVE SERIES 0 IMPORTANT Snapper products are built using engines that meet or exceed all applicable emissions requirements on the date manufactured. The labels on those engines contain very important emissions information an...