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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................2-4
TABLE OF CONTENTS .....................................................................................................5
SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION ......................................................................................6
SECTION 2 –SAFETY MESSAGES AND SYMBOLS....................................................7-8
SECTION 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ...............................................................9-13
Pre-start Checklist.................................................................................................9-10
Starting & Stopping Engine, Blades & Parking Brake.....................................10-11
Starting & Stopping Mower Blades ........................................................................11
Parking Brake ...........................................................................................................11
Cutting Height Adjustment......................................................................................12
Driving & Stopping Machine...............................................................................12-13
Safety Interlock System Check............................................................................... 13
SECTION 4 - MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................14-18
Change Engine Oil....................................................................................................14
Check Mower Blade .................................................................................................14
Check Mower Drive Belt ..........................................................................................15
Check Belt Tension ..................................................................................................15
Service – After every 25 Hours (Engine Components)......................................... 15
Service – After every 25 Hours (Mower Components) ......................................... 15
Lubrication...........................................................................................................15-16
Mower Blade Spindle Lubrication......................................................................15
Mower Deck Linkage Lubrication ......................................................................15
Front Wheel Bearings Lubrication.....................................................................16
Hydro Pump Lubrication..................................................................................... 16
Other Lubrication................................................................................................. 16
Before Operating Machine....................................................................................... 16
Annually - End of Season ...................................................................................16-18
Engine Service.....................................................................................................16
Fuel Filter Replacement......................................................................................17
Deck Removal .................................................................................................17-18
Hydraulic Fluid Filters.........................................................................................18
SECTION 5 - ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIR ............................................................19-27
Neutral Position Adjustments............................................................................19-20
Mower Deck Adjustment (Levelness)................................................................20-21
Parking Brake Adjustment ......................................................................................21
Traction Belt Tension & Replacement....................................................................22
Blade Brake/Electric Clutch Adjustment ...............................................................22
Tracking Adjustment...........................................................................................22-23
Mower Drive Belt Removal, Replacement & Adjustment.....................................23
Engine Adjustments & Repair.................................................................................24
Mower Blade Replacement...................................................................................... 24
Mower Blade Sharpening ........................................................................................24
Battery Removal .......................................................................................................25
Battery Installation ...................................................................................................25
Battery Charging ...................................................................................................... 25
Battery Testing .........................................................................................................26
New Battery Preparation..........................................................................................26
Hydraulic System, Purging......................................................................................27
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................28-29
SERVICE SCHEDULE .....................................................................................................30
Maintenance/Replacement Parts .......................................................................30
WARRANTY – CZT Units................................................................................................31
WARRANTY – HZT Units................................................................................................32
PRIMARY MAINTENANCE.........................................................................................33-36
PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM ................................................................................37
IMPORTANT
NOTICE: Operator Protective Structures are available as optional kits for the Mid-Mount and Out-Front Z-Rider
machines. These structures, when installed and used properly can offer additional security to the operator
against serious injury in the event of a tip over accident. Operator Protective Structures may be required by local
ordinances. Discuss your mowing application and ordinances with your local Snapper Dealer.