Briggs & Stratton 355Z Lawn Mower User Manual


 
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Table of Contents
Safety Rules & Information ................................ 2
Identification Numbers ............................................8
Safety Decals ..........................................................9
Safety Interlock System ........................................10
Safety Icons ..........................................................11
Features & Controls ......................................... 12
Control Functions ..................................................12
Operation ........................................................... 14
General Operating Safety .....................................14
Checks Before Starting .........................................14
Starting the Engine ...............................................15
Stopping the Rider & Engine .................................15
Pushing the Rider by Hand ...................................15
Zero Turn Driving Practice ....................................16
Mower Removal & Installation ..............................18
Mowing ..................................................................20
Mowing Recommendations ...................................20
Mowing Methods ...................................................21
Attaching a Trailer .................................................22
Regular Maintenance ....................................... 23
Schedule ...............................................................23
Lubrication ............................................................24
Servicing the Mower Blades .................................25
Checking Tire Pressures .......................................27
Adding Fuel ...........................................................27
Fuel Filter ..............................................................27
Check Engine Oil & Filter ......................................28
Engine Maintenance .............................................28
Inspect Muffler & Spark Arrester ...........................28
Check/Fill Transmission Oil ..................................29
Transmission Oil Filter Change .............................29
Battery Maintenance .............................................30
Storage .................................................................30
Troubleshooting, Adjustments & Service ...... 31
Troubleshooting the Rider .....................................31
Troubleshooting the Mower ..................................32
Common Cutting Problems ...................................33
Seat Adjustment ....................................................34
Ground Speed Control Lever Adjustment .............34
Speed Balancing Adjustment ................................35
Cutting Height Adjustment ....................................35
Neutral Adjustment ...............................................35
Parking Brake Adjustment ....................................36
Suspension Adjustment ........................................36
PTO Clutch Adjustment ........................................37
Blade Brake Check ...............................................37
Mower Deck Leveling ............................................38
Roller Bar Leveling ................................................39
Mower Belt Replacement ......................................39
Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement ..............41
Battery Charging ...................................................41
Mower Deck Washout Port ...................................42
Specifications ................................................... 43
Technical Manuals ............................................ 43
NOTE: In this manual, “left” and “right” are referred to as
seen from the operating position.
Not for
Reproduction