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Snapper 7800378 Initial Setup Manual

Snapper 7800378 Initial Setup Manual

Axion series, 150z series riding mower
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This Dealer Setup Instruction covers the following products:
Model. No.
Description
7800360
Simplicity Axion Model ZT18533, 18.5HP w/ 33" Mower
7800380
Simplicity Axion Model CZT18533, 18.5HP w/ 33" Mower (California Model)
7800269
Snapper 150Z Model SC18533, 18.5HP w/ 33" Mower
7800392
Snapper 150Z Model CSC18533, 18.5HP w/ 33" Mower (California Model)
7800374
Simplicity Axion Model ZT2142, 21HP w/ 42" Mower
7800381
Simplicity Axion Model CZT2142, 21HP w/ 42" Mower (California Model)
7800386
Snapper 150Z Model SC2142, 21HP w/ 42" Mower
7800393
Snapper 150Z Model CSC2142, 21HP w/ 42" Mower (California Model)
7800375
Simplicity Axion Model ZT2650, 26HP w/ 50" Mower
7800382
Simplicity Axion Model CZT2650, 26HP w/ 50" Mower (California Model)
7800387
Snapper 150Z Model SC2650, 26HP w/ 50" Mower
7800394
Snapper 150Z Model CSC2650, 26HP w/ 50" Mower (California Model)
Briggs & Stratton Yard Power Products Group
Copyright © 2008 Briggs & Stratton Corporation
Milwaukee, WI USA. All Rights Reserved
8/2008
Axion / 150Z Series
1
Form No. 7102754
TP 300-5412---ZT-SN

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  • Page 1: Initial Setup

    Simplicity Axion Model CZT18533, 18.5HP w/ 33” Mower (California Model) 7800269 Snapper 150Z Model SC18533, 18.5HP w/ 33” Mower 7800392 Snapper 150Z Model CSC18533, 18.5HP w/ 33” Mower (California Model) 7800374 Simplicity Axion Model ZT2142, 21HP w/ 42” Mower 7800381 Simplicity Axion Model CZT2142, 21HP w/ 42”...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Axion / 150Z Series TABLE OF CONTENTS: SAFETY RULES ...3 SETUP PROCEDURES Quick Setup List ...6 Uncrating ...7 Battery Activation & Installation ...8 Installing the Seat ...9 Setting up the Ground Speed Control Levers...11 Torque Mower Blade Hardware ...12 Check Fluid levels ...14 Fill and Check Engine Oil...14 Reduce and Check Tire Pressure ...14 Lubrication ...15...

  • Page 3: Safety Rules

    Axion / 150Z Series Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.
  • Page 4 Axion / 150Z Series SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip- over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. If you can- not back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not operate on it.
  • Page 5 Axion / 150Z Series SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Safe Handling of Gasoline 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition. 2. Use only approved gasoline containers. 3. Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine running.

  • Page 6: Setup Procedures

    Axion / 150Z Series Quick Setup List Page Setup Procedure Uncrating Battery Activation & Installation 9-13 Mower Assembly Check Fluid Levels Lubrication Burnish PTO Clutch SAFETY CHECKS TP 300-5412---ZT-SN Steps to Perform ❏ Remove crate & banding. ❏ Place transmissions in ROLL RELEASE position & roll off skid.

  • Page 7: Uncrating

    Axion / 150Z Series Uncrating 1. Using a reciprocating utility saw or equivalent, cut crate away from bottom skid. Remove crate. Remove plastic wrap. 2. Cut any banding securing the unit. IMPORTANT NOTE When cutting crate from bottom skid, use caution around tires and mower rollers.

  • Page 8: Battery Activation & Installation

    Axion / 150Z Series Battery Activation & Installation Charge Battery 1. Tip the seat forward to access the battery. 2. Remove the battery from the battery compartment, and place the battery on a level, non-concrete sur- face. Note: When removing the battery cables from the bat- tery, always remove the negative (-) cable first.

  • Page 9: Installing The Seat

    Axion / 150Z Series Installing the Seat 1. Raise the seat base. 2. Align the holes in the seat bottom with the holes in the seat base. 3. Secure the seat to the seat base with four 5/16-18 x 3/4” bolts. Torque to 14-19 ft. lbs. (19-25 N.m.) See Figure 5.
  • Page 10 Axion / 150Z Series Installing the Seat Safety Switch 1. Squeeze the side clips of the safety switch (A, Figure 6), and insert the switch into the slot (B) in the seat bottom. Be sure to slide the switch fully forward. 2.

  • Page 11: Setting Up The Ground Speed Control Levers

    Axion / 150Z Series Setting Up the Ground Speed Control Levers 1. Loosen (do not remove) the hardware securing the ground speed control levers to the lever bases. 2. Raise the levers, aligning the upper hole in each lever with the upper slotted hole in the lever base. 20-23 N.m.

  • Page 12: Torque Mower Blade Hardware

    Axion / 150Z Series Torque Mower Blade Hardware 1. Check to see that the blade and hardware are installed according to the diagram shown (A, Figures 8-10). 2. Torque the blade hardware to the noted torque (B): Note: Use a wooden block to prevent blade rotation.
  • Page 13 Axion / 150Z Series 108-122 N.m. 80-90 ft. lbs. Figure 9. Torquing the mower blade hardware (42” Deck) 61-75 N.m. 45-55 ft. lbs. Figure 10. Torquing the mower blade hardware (50” Deck) 8/2008 TP 300-5412---ZT-SN...

  • Page 14: Check Fluid Levels

    Axion / 150Z Series Check Fluid Levels Fill & Check Engine Oil Removing the rear cover to gain access to the engine, use the dipstick (Figure 11) to check the engine oil level. If necessary add engine oil. Check engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual for oil recommendations.

  • Page 15: Lubrication

    Axion / 150Z Series Lubrication Lubricate the unit at the following lubrication points as well as those shown in Figures 13-15. Grease: • front caster wheel axles • front caster spindle bosses • front axle center pivot • mower deck arbors (blade spindles)* •...

  • Page 16: Burnish Pto Clutch

    Axion / 150Z Series Burnish PTO Clutch 1. Engage the parking brake, start the tractor, and set engine speed to full throttle. 2. Engage the PTO switch for fifteen seconds, then disengage it and wait for the mower blades to stop. 3.

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