Starting The Engine; Stopping The Rider; Mowing; Pushing The Rider By Hand - Snapper 360Z Zero Turn Rider Operator's Manual

Starting the Engine

WARNING
• If you do not understand how a specific control functions,
or have not yet thoroughly read the Features & Controls
section, do so now.
• Do NOT attempt to operate the tractor without first
becoming familiar with the location and function of all
controls.
1. While sitting in the operator's seat, make sure the PTO
switch is disengaged and the ground speed control levers
are locked in the START/PARK position.
Note: The parking brake is automatically engaged when the
ground speed levers are locked in the START/PARK position.
2. Set the engine speed control past the FAST position to the
CHOKE position.
Note: A warm engine does not require choking.
Note: Some engines are equipped with a separate choke control.
Note: Some engines are equipped with a ReadyStart® feature,
and do not feature a choke.
3. Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it to START.
4. After the engine starts, turn off the choke (if equipped), and
warm up the engine by running it for at least a minute before
engaging the PTO switch or driving the rider.
5. After warming the engine, always operate the unit at full
engine speed when mowing.
In the event of an emergency the engine can be stopped
by simply turning the ignition switch to STOP. Use this
method only in emergency situations. For normal engine shut
down follow the procedure given in Stopping The Rider And
Engine .

Stopping the Rider

1. Return the ground speed levers to the middle (or neutral
'N' ) position to stop rider movement. Pivot the levers
outward to lock them in the START/PARK position.
Note: Moving the ground speed levers to the START/ PARK
position automatically engages the parking brake.
2. Disengage the PTO by pushing down on the PTO switch.
3. Move the engine speed control to the SLOW position and
turn the ignition switch to OFF. Remove the key.

Mowing

1. Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged, the ground speed
control levers are locked in their START/PARK positions,
and the operator is in the seat.
2. Start the engine. See Starting the Engine .
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3. Set the mower cutting height. See Cutting Height
Adjustment .
4. Set the engine speed control to FAST.
5. Engage the PTO by pulling up on the PTO switch.
6. Pivot the ground speed levers in from the START/PARK
position to the neutral 'N' position.
7. Begin mowing. See Operator Safety for tips on safe
mowing practices.
8. When finished, shut off the PTO.
9. Stop the engine. See Stopping The Rider And Engine .

Pushing the Rider By Hand

WARNING
Unsafe Operation Hazard.
DO NOT disengage the transmissions and coast down slopes.
DO NOT use Roll Release to disengage the transmissions
unless machine motion can be controlled and engine is off.
NOTICE
Do not tow rider. Towing the unit will cause transmission
damage. Do not use another vehicle to push or pull this unit.
1. Disengage the PTO, lock the ground speed levers into their
START/PARK positions, turn the ignition OFF, remove the
key, and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2. To disengage the transmissions, move the roll release levers
(A or B, Figure 5, depending on model), into the PUSH
position as shown.
3. Pivot the ground speed levers in from the START/ PARK
position to the neutral 'N' position to disengage the parking
brake. The rider can now be pushed by hand.
4. After moving the rider, re-engage the transmissions by
moving the roll release levers back to the DRIVE position.