Snapper Mount Mower User's Manual
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1. Slowly move motion control levers to the full forward and then to the full reverse positions Repeat this process 6 times G Stop engine and wait for all rotation to stop before leaving the operator s position H Close pressure relief valve on hydraulic pump turning clockwise Tighten snuggly I With pressure relief valve closed repeat Steps D thru G J Remove blocks and lower rear of machine fi ROTATE RELIEF VALVE Pi COUNTERCLOCKWISE 147 TO RELIEVE PRESSURE FIGURE 6 PRE OPERATION CHECKLIST Snapper has completed initial adjustments and performed operational tests prior to shipping the machine Due to the possible effects of shipping handling and storage Snapper intends for all of the following items to be verified and necessary final adjustments made at time of setup It remains good practice and is strongly recommended that all the items also be checked prior to placing the machine into service It is very important that setup is verified and all operational tests completed and results are acceptable After completing this form sign and retain for future reference CUTTING BLADE amp MOWER ____ BLADE RETAINING hardware checked for proper tightness 70 80 ft lbs recommended ____ MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT settings checked and adjusted as needed with tires properly inflated ____ MOWER SIDE TO SIDE level checked and adjusted as needed with tires properly inflated ____ MOWER FRONT TO REAR setting checked and adjusted as nee2. engine and blade always remove key from ignition switch remove spark plug wire s and secure wire s away from spark plug s STEP 7 MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT LEVELNESS SIDE to SIDE and FRONT to REAR Before making deck leveling adjustments inflate rear tires to 12 PSI and front tires to 25 PSI When adjusted correctly the deck will be level side to side within 1 8 have a low cut setting of approximately 1 and the blades pitched approximately 3 16 higher at the rear If adjustment is needed A Place machine on a smooth level surface B Check blade tips by rotating blades until tips are pointing to the sides of the deck Check the measurement of outside blade tips to the ground on both blades The measurement of each of the outside blade tips should be within 1 8 of each other If measurement of the blade tips is not within 1 8 adjustment should be made to the correct measurement C Move deck lift lever and set the mower deck to the highest cutting position D Relieve tension on deck lift assist spring by loosening nut on eyebolt E Place 1 blocks under the front and rear edge of the mower deck F Move deck lift lever and set the mower deck to a lower cutting position until deck rests on the 1 blocks G Loosen the nuts and bolts that secure both front deck support chains Adjust chains until tight and retighten bolts and nuts Torque to 70 ft Ibs H Loosen the nuts that secure both rear deck su
3. 4 gt f x TRACK STRAIGH ES LEFT SIDE MOTION CONTROL LEVER 4 it lke 5 FIGURE 4 STEP 10 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM PURGING When initially putting hydraulic system into service one or both of the wheel drives may not pull properly This is likely to be caused by air entrapped in the system If you experience a pulling issue during initial setup or after completing repairs perform the following procedure to purge the air from one or both of the hydraulic drive systems IMPORTANT WHEN REPLACING THE HYDRAULIC FLUID FILTERS PRE FILL BOTH WITH OIL SAE 20W50 API SL BEFORE INSTALLING PRE FILLING THE FILTERS WITH OIL WILL REDUCE OR POSSIBLY ELIMINATE THE NEED TO PURGE THE SYSTEM OF ENTRAPPED AIR A Locate hydraulic reservoirs underneath operator s seat After thoroughly cleaning the area around the top of each reservoir remove filler cap Bring fluid to proper level 1 1 2 below the top of the filler neck With engine off add SAE 20W50 automotive oil See Figure 5 B Open pressure relief valve on hydraulic pump turning counter clockwise 2 full turns See Figure 6 C Carefully raise the rear of the machine so the wheels are off of the ground Securely block the machine to prevent it from falling D While seated in the operator s position start the engine Place engine speed control in FAST position E Release parking brake and move motion control levers out of the neutral lock position F
4. DS Sale Date Model Serial No Dealer s Name Signature Address City State Zip Will Mower be used Commercially Yes No Purchaser s Name Signature Address City State Zip IMPORTANT This form is to be retained by the dealer for future reference regarding Warranty proof of purchase traceability for product recall or service etc Complete the Product Registration Card and Mail to Customer Service Department at SNAPPER PO BOX 1379 McDonough Georgia 30253 COPYRIGHT 2005 SNAPPER A DIVISION OF SIMPLICITY MFG INC ALL RIGHTS RESERVED INSTRUCTION No 7100083 I R 8 8 2005
5. SET UP INSTRUCTIONS amp PRE OPERATION CHECKLIST SNAPPER ZERO TURNING Z RIDER with MID MOUNT MOWER INTRODUCTION These instructions cover the set up of the Snapper Mid Mount Z Rider Mower Complete each of the following steps carefully Review and complete each item as instructed on the Pre Operation checklist The Snapper Product Registration card must be filled out and sent to Customer Service department at Snapper when completed IMPORTANT The battery for this unit is maintenance free It is filled with acid and is sealed Do not attempt to open the battery Pay close attention to the precautionary statements on the battery and in these instructions If charging is needed see below you will need an automotive type battery charger to activate the battery for use STEP 1 Remove machine from the container STEP 2 Install roll bar protective structure A Install side bars into frame brackets behind fuel tanks making sure bars aim up and bend toward front of machine See Figure 1 Secure each bar to its corresponding bracket with two 1 2 13 x 3 1 4 hex bolts and lock nuts Do not tighten yet gt i 4 i a gt Lon e Sie EP amp SIDE BARS oy _ UPRIGHT WITH i M BENDS FORWARD o ey y ATTACHTO rs FRAME Ss BRACKET FIGURE 1 B Attach roll bar to side bars securing with two 1 2 13 x 3 1 4 hex bolts and lock nuts through the hinges See Figure 2 NOTE Make sure roll bar tilts b
6. ackward when folded C Raise roll bar to fully upright position aligning locking holes in roll bar with corresponding holes in side bars Insert locking pin through each hole and secure with connected bridge pin Install star knobs into threaded holes in front of roll bar and tighten securely See Figure 2 D Tighten hardware securing side bars to frame brackets torquing to 60 70 ft lbs Tighten roll bar hardware as well however leave loose enough so that roll bar folds and raises easily A WARNING Roll bar protective structure must be installed and all mounting hardware securely tightened before starting or operating machine Do Not modify the structure in any way before during or after installation Modifying the structure can result in serious injury or death ROLL BAR ee INSTALL PINS INSTALL STAR KNOBS INSTALL HARDWARE FIGURE 2 STEP 3 Check the date on the battery label See Figure 3 If battery is placed into service after date shown on label battery will have to be charged A Remove battery from the battery compartment before charging B Place battery in a well ventilated area on a level non concrete surface C Charge the battery at 6 10 amps for 1 hour to bring the battery to full charge Aa WARNING Keep all sparks flame and fire away from area when charging battery STEP 4 Install battery into power unit STEP 5 Both bolts are already installed on both terminals Connect
7. ded with tires properly inflated PRE START CHECKS amp SERVICES ____ ROLL BAR PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE installed and hardware tightened to 60 70 ft lbs side bar hardware only roll bar hardware should allow roll bar to be folded and raised easily ____ TIRES checked and inflated to correct pressures ____ ENGINE OIL level checked See Engine Owners Manual ____ FUEL added to tank and system checked for leaks ____ BATTERY charged if needed and properly connected with red boot over positive terminal ____ HYDRAULIC FLUID level checked OPERATIONAL TESTS ____ CHECK SEAT SWITCH for proper function INTERLOCK SYSTEMS checked to insure proper functioning ____ SEAT BELTS checked for proper operation ____ ENGINE STARTED and throttle control settings checked ____ ALL OPERATIONS as listed on console checked ____ IGNITION SWITCH checked to insure engine stops when turned to OFF position ____ PARKING BRAKE tested to insure proper operation ____ BLADE ENGAGEMENT SWITCH tested for engagement and disengagement of blade ____ BLADE BRAKE function verified Blade rotation stops in 7 seconds or less ____ MACHINE TRACKING tested and adjusted as required DEMONSTRATION amp INSTRUCTION ____ DEMONSTRATED proper operation of mower to purchaser ____ INSTRUCTED purchaser to read and follow instructions in Operator s Manual ____ PERSONALLY HANDED Operator s Manual to purchaser ____ ASSISTED purchaser in completing Product Registration cards DEALER S RECOR
8. positive cable red first from wiring harness to the positive terminal on battery and secure with nut provided in hardware bag Connect negative cable black last to negative terminal on battery and secure with nut also provided See Figure 3 Apply a small amount of grease over terminals to prevent corrosion A WARNING A Shield the positive terminal with terminal cover located on battery harness This prevents metal from touching the positive terminal which could cause sparks INSTRUCTION No 7100083 I R 8 8 2005 BLACK NEGATIVE CABLE w mR y E 7 fy T ADA wey RED POSITIVE CABLE a moa vans BS AE RA P AA od ef a ag TERMINAL COVER MUS SHIELD POSITIVE TERMINAL AFTER INSTALLATION T a FIGURE 3 STEP 6 Take the necessary precautions when handling fuel Fill the fuel tank with clean fuel Check oil and add oil if needed as stated in Engine Owners Manual Move fuel tank selector valve handle to the desired fuel tank WARNING Handle fuel with care Use an approved fuel container DO NOT smoke near open fuel container and keep fuel container away from open flame DO NOT fill fuel tank indoors or when engine is running Allow engine to cool for at least ten minutes before refilling Wipe off any spilled fuel before starting engine DO NOT run engine indoors Before attempting any adjustments maintenance service or repairs stop
9. pport eyebolts Adjust to remove slack from both rear chains Tighten nuts securely I Move deck lift lever and set the mower deck to the highest cutting position and recheck side to side blade tip dimensions The difference between the two should be 1 8 or less NOTE The deck timing rod rod that runs from front deck lift arm to rear deck lift arm is preset at the factory and requires no adjustments J The leveling blocks used in Step E should result in a proper deck pitch If a pitch adjustment is required use the two rear deck support eyebolts Adjust up or down as required K Reinstall deck lift assist spring Place deck in highest cutting position Tighten nut on eyebolt until 1 1 4 of threads protrude past end of nut STEP 8 HYDRAULIC OIL RESERVOIRS Check the level of the fluid in both of the fluid reservoirs The reservoirs are located underneath the operator s seat Wipe away all dirt and debris from around reservoir cap before removing Oil must remain absolutely clean Check with machine on a level surface with engine OFF Fill reservoir as needed to bring level up The reservoir is properly filled when the fluid level is 1 1 2 below the top of the filler neck DO NOT OVER FILL Use clean fresh premium automotive oil having a viscosity equivalent to SAE 20W50 API SL The fluid should be chemically stable incorporating rust and oxidation inhibitors Make sure funnels pouring spouts and oil can are completel
10. y clean Reinstall reservoir cap IMPORTANT Re check fluid level after operating machine for several minutes and adjust level as needed If one or both of the wheel drive systems is not pulling properly the hydraulic system may need to be purged of entrapped air Refer to STEP 10 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM PURGING STEP 9 TRACKING ADJUSTMENT TWIN STICK CONTROLS Start machine If the machine does not track straight when the Motion Control Levers are in the maximum forward speed position perform the following adjustment Rear tire pressure must be set to 12 PSI before making this adjustment A Loosen bolts that secure adjustment plates and slide plates all the way forward Retighten bolts B Start machine and drive in smooth flat open area at maximum forward speed C If machine tracks to the right loosen bolts that secure the left adjustment plate Move plate rearward to slow the left wheel Retighten bolts D If machine tracks to the left loosen bolts that secure the right adjustment plate Move plate rearward to slow the right wheel down Retighten bolts See Figure 4 E Drive machine again Repeat adjustment as necessary until machine tracks straight K Check fluid level in reservoirs Add SAE 20W50 automotive oil as required to bring fluid level to 1 1 2 from top of filler neck Do Not overfill L Install and tighten filler cap wv LOOSEN BOLTS SLIDE PLATE TO ae ADJUSTMENT MAKE MACHINE fn 3
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