Snapper ZF6101M - Manual

5 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..........................................................2-4TABLE OF CONTENTS ...................................................................................... 5SECTION 1 – FAMILIARIZATION ..........................................................

6 Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION FIGURE 1.1 1.1 INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared for the operator’s of theSNAPPER OUT FRONT Z-RIDER. Its purpose, asidefrom recommending standard operating procedures androutine service requirements, is to promote SAFETYthrough the use of accepted operating pra...

7 Section 2 – SAFETY MESSAGES AND SYMBOLS RABBIT “FAST” TURTLE “SLOW” ENGINE CONTROLS ENGINE SPEED CHOKE “ON” CHOKE “OFF” *CHOKE CONTROL *DIESEL POWERED MACHINES ARE NOT EQUIPEDWITH ENGINE CHOKE CONTROL

9 Section 2 – SAFETY MESSAGES AND SYMBOLS DANGER! ROTATING BLADES KEEP CHILDREN AND OTHERS OUT OF THE MOWING AREA DANGER! ROTATING BLADES

10 Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up. 3.1.1. 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...

11 Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: This Out Front Z-Rider is equipped withhydrostatic drive. The forward and rearward movementof the machine is controlled by a joystick lever.Joystick operations should be performed only from theoperator’s position in the seat. A small movement ofthe jo...

14 Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.3 OPERATION – MOTION CONTROL 3.3.1. DRIVING MACHINE IMPORTANT: The joystick lever has to be manually moved to propel machine. Always return the joystickwith hand assistance to the neutral position to stopmachine. Release the joystick and it will graduallyretur...

15 Section 4 - MAINTENANCE 4.1 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...

16 Section 4 - MAINTENANCE 4.2.3. CHECK MOWER DRIVE BELT1. Drive Belt Cover Removal a. Lower deck to lowest setting. b. Remove knobs that secure the deck cover. See Figure 4.3. c. Remove cover to gain access to deck belt. FIGURE 4.3 2. Checking Belt Tension The idler and spring provide proper belt t...

17 Section 4 - MAINTENANCE 4.3.3. RIDING MOWER - LUBRICATION1. Front & Rear Wheel Bearings Lubricate with Kendall NLGI No. 2 lithium grease orequivalent, from a grease gun. See Figure 4.5. FIGURE 4.5 2. Transaxle Check the level of fluid in both of the fluidreservoirs. W ipe away all dirt and de...

18 Section 4 - MAINTENANCE 4.5 ANNUALLY (END OF EACH SEASON) (Continued from previous Page) 4.5.2. FUEL FILTER (DIESEL ENGINE) 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 filt...

20 Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR DANGER Exercise EXTREME CAUTION when making thisadjustment, due to close proximity of moving parts. 5.1 NEUTRAL POSITION ADJUSTMENTS The joystick controls the movement and stopping of the machine. Move the joystick to the center or neutral position to stop mow...

22 Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 5.5 MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT 5.5.1. BLADE WEAR LIMITS(continued from previous page) FIGURE 5.5 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 cuttin...

23 Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 5.6 MOWER DRIVE BELT, ENGINE BELT & HYDRO PUMP BELT REPLACEMENT Inspect all belts Replace belt if it shows signs ofexcessive wear, damage and/or is broken. WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance orservice with the engine or blades running. Sto...

24 Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 5.7 BATTERY 5.7.1. BATTERY REMOVAL 1. Remove battery retainer. 2. Slide battery from battery box to gain access to terminal cables. 3. Observe and note cable positions on battery. See Figure 5.10. 4. Disconnect cables from battery terminals, disconnecting BLAC...

25 Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 5.7 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...

26 Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 5.8 MOWER SPINDLES (Field Serviceable Spindles) BEARING REPLACEMENT In the event that a spindle bearing requiresreplacement, the SNAPPER Field ServiceableSpindles have been designed so that no specialtools or presses are required. 1. Remove belt. Loosen blade ...

27 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...

29 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 10 X Initial Oil Change Page 15 X Periodic Oil Change Page 16 X* Change Oil Filter Engine Manual X Air Cleaner Clean or Replace Engine Manual X Fuel Filter Replace ...

30 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 def...

36 Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for OUT FRONT Z-RIDERHYDRO DRIVESERIES 1 IMPORTANT Snapper products are built using engines that meet or exceed all applicable emissions requirements on thedate manufactured. The labels on those engines contain very important emissions information and c...