Snapper YZ18426BVE, YZ20486BVE Lawn Mower User Manual


 
TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS........................................................................ 2-4
TABLE OF CONTENTS......................................................................................................5
SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION.......................................................................................6
SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS............................................................... 7-10
Pre-start Checklist ........................................................................................... 7-8
Rolling Machine w/o Engine Running................................................................7
Starting & Stopping Engine, Propelling Mower ............................................ 8-9
Starting & Stopping Mower Blades....................................................................9
Starting & Stopping Wheel Drive........................................................................9
Setting & Releasing Parking Brake ....................................................................9
Cutting Height Adjustment................................................................................10
Safety Interlock System Checks.......................................................................10
SECTION 3 - MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................... 11-14
Service – After First Five Hours........................................................................11
Change Engine Oil ..........................................................................................11
Check Mower Blade........................................................................................11
Check Mower Drive Belt .................................................................................12
Check Transaxle Drive Belts..........................................................................12
Service - Every 25 Operating Hours .................................................................12
Check Engine............................................................................................. 12-13
Check Mower Components............................................................................13
Mower Blade Spindle – Lubrication........................................................ 13-14
Mower Deck Linkage – Lubrication...............................................................14
Front Wheel Bearings - Lubrication..............................................................14
Front Caster Wheel Pivot Shaft .....................................................................14
Parking Brake Pivot Bushings.......................................................................14
Service - Annually ..............................................................................................15
Engine ..............................................................................................................15
Air Filter............................................................................................................15
Oil Filter............................................................................................................15
Engine Oil.........................................................................................................15
Transaxle..........................................................................................................15
Fuel Filter .........................................................................................................15
Storage – Out of Season....................................................................................15
SECTION 4 - ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIR............................................................ 16-23
Engine Adjustments & Repair...........................................................................16
Mower Deck & Components Adjustments.......................................................16
Mower Drive Belt Adjustment ...........................................................................16
Mower Drive Belt Replacement.........................................................................16
Belt Removal & Replacement...................................................................... 16-17
Blade Brake.........................................................................................................17
Mower Deck Adjustment (Levelness - Side to Side 48” Deck)................ 17-18
Mower Deck Adjustment (Front to Rear Pitch 48” Deck)...............................18
Mower Deck Adjustment (Side to Side, 42” & 48” Decks) .............................19
Mower Deck Adjustment (Front to Rear Pitch, 42” Decks)............................20
Mower Deck Timing Rod – (42” Decks) ...........................................................20
Wheel Brake Adjustment...................................................................................20
Mower Blade Wear Limits..................................................................................21
Blade Sharpening...............................................................................................21
Blade Replacement ............................................................................................21
Battery Removal, Installation, Service & Charging.........................................22
New Battery Preparation.............................................................................. 22-23
Battery Testing ...................................................................................................23
Joystick Adjustments ........................................................................................24
TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................ 25-26
Maintenance/Replacement Parts......................................................................26
SERVICE SCHEDULE......................................................................................................27
WARRANTY......................................................................................................................28
PRIMARY MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................ 29-32
PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM.................................................................................33
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