Snapper Mount Mower Set-Up Instructions & Pre-Operation Checklist

SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS & 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.
SIDE BARS
UPRIGHT WITH
BENDS
FORWARD
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
backward 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.
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
INSTALL
PINS
INSTALL
HARDWARE
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.
ATTACH TO
B. Place battery in a well ventilated area on a level
FRAME
BRACKET
non-concrete surface.
C. Charge the battery at 6-10 amps for 1 hour to
bring the battery to full charge.
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 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.
Shield the positive terminal with terminal cover
located on battery harness. This prevents metal
from touching the positive terminal, which could
cause sparks.
1
FIGURE 2
WARNING
WARNING
INSTRUCTION No. 7100083 (I.R. 8/8/2005)
INSTALL
STAR
KNOBS