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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
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....................................................................................16-17
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 ................................................................................................23
Mower Drive Belt Removal & Replacement............................................................23
Engine Adjustments & Repair..................................................................................24
Mower Blade Replacement ......................................................................................24
Mower Blade Sharpening.........................................................................................24
Battery Removal........................................................................................................25
Battery Installation....................................................................................................25
Battery Service & Charging.................................................................................25-26
Battery Testing..........................................................................................................26
New Battery Preparation ..........................................................................................26
Mower Spindle Bearing Replacement.....................................................................27
Hydraulic System, Purging ......................................................................................28
TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................................................29-30
SERVICE SCHEDULE ......................................................................................................31
Maintenance/Replacement Parts........................................................................31
WARRANTY......................................................................................................................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.