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Snapper YZ145333BVE, YZ145383BVE Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

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MODEL DESIGNATION
DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE
ENGINE HORSE POWER
CUTTING WIDTH
Y – Yard Cruiser
145 - 14.5 HP Engine
Z – Zero Turning Radius
Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your YARD CRUISER, read this manual carefully
and pay particular attention to the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" on Pages 2 & 3. Remember that all
power equipment can be dangerous if used improperly. Also keep in mind that SAFETY requires careful use in
accordance with the operating instructions and common sense!
COPYRIGHT © 2001
SNAPPER INC.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for
MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION
Y
Z
145
33 - 33" Cutting Deck
38 - 38" Cutting Deck
YARD CRUISER
33
3
B
3 - Series Designation
MANUAL No. 7-4471 (Rev 1, 8/29/01)

HYDRO DRIVE

SERIES 3
MODELS
YZ145333BVE
YZ145383BVE
V
E
ENGINE OPTIONS
ENGINE TYPE
SERIES DESIGNATION
B - Briggs Engine
E - Electric Start
V – Over Head Valve

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  • Page 1: Hydro Drive

    145 - 14.5 HP Engine Z – Zero Turning Radius Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your YARD CRUISER, read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” on Pages 2 & 3. Remember that all power equipment can be dangerous if used improperly.

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    If you have any questions pertaining to your machine which your dealer cannot answer to your satisfaction, call or write the Customer Service Department at SNAPPER, McDonough, Georgia 30253. Phone: (1-800-935-2967).
  • Page 3 14. Have SNAPPER dealer at least once a year and have the dealer install any new safety devices. 15. Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts to assure that original standards are maintained.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... 2-3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ... 4 SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION ... 5 SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ... 6-9 Pre-start Checklist ... 6-7 Rolling Machine w/o Engine Running... 6 Starting Engine ... 7 Starting &...

  • Page 5: Section 1 - Familiarization

    Snapper dealer if you have questions. FIGURE 1.1 1.2 NOMENCLATURE The nomenclature drawing above, Figure 1.1, shows the essential parts of the SNAPPER YARD CRUISER. It is recommended that all operators of this equipment become thoroughly components, and operation of this machine before operating.

  • Page 6: Section 2 - Operating Instructions

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up. 2.1.1. Check tires and add or release air as needed to bring pressure to 12 P.S.I. in front and 12 P.S.I. in rear tires.

  • Page 7: Starting Engine

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: This YARD CRUISER is equipped with hydrostatic drive. The forward, rearward and steering movement of the machine is controlled by a joystick lever. Joystick operations should be performed only from the operator’s position in the seat. A small movement of the joystick can cause the machine to move instantly.

  • Page 8: Starting & Stopping Engine, Mower Blades

    Refer to Section “Blade Brake Adjustment” or contact your SNAPPER dealer for assistance. 2.3.4. PARKING BRAKE 1. Manually position joystick in the neutral position. 2. Engage parking brake by pushing button at the top of lever and then pulling the parking brake lever slowly back to the “ON”...

  • Page 9: Cutting Height Adjustment

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3.5. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT This machine has seven different cutting height positions. IMPORTANT: When positioning the cutting deck into a higher cutting position, pull up on the deck lift handle only, it is not necessary to pull up on the release lever at the same time.

  • Page 10: Section 3 - Maintenance Instructions

    To retain the quality of the YARD CRUISER, use genuine SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact a local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. For the correct part or information for a particular mower, always mention the model and serial number.

  • Page 11: Check Mower Drive Belt

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT.

  • Page 12: Mower Blade Spindle - Lubrication

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT.

  • Page 13: Parking Brake Pivot Bushings - Lubrication

    If there is any problem: leakage, malfunction or etc. return the Yard Cruiser immediately to the nearest authorized Snapper dealer for service. 3.4.6. Fuel Filter Service fuel filter as instructed below. Turn key to “OFF”...

  • Page 14: Section 4 - Adjustments And Repair

    It is recommended that these adjustments be made by an authorized SNAPPER dealer. But, adjust joystick cables as follows after removing fenders: 1.

  • Page 15: Mower Drive Belt Adjustment

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT.

  • Page 16: Blade Brake Adjustment

    PULLEY FIGURE 4.4 4.3.5. BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT The SNAPPER YARD CRUISER is equipped with an electric clutch/brake that should stop blade rotation in 5 seconds or less after being turned off. If blades continue to rotate longer than 5 seconds, adjustment or replacement is required.

  • Page 17: Adjusting Mower Blade

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT.

  • Page 18: Mower Deck Adjustment (Levelness) Side To Side

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT.

  • Page 19: Mower Deck Adjustment (Levelness) Front To Rear

    The mower deck timing rod is pre-adjusted at the factory. It is set to maintain the deck in the same attitude through all heights of cut. If the timing rod requires adjustment, contact an authorized SNAPPER dealer for service. See Figure 4.13. ADJUSTING 1.

  • Page 20: Wheel Brake Adjustment

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT.

  • Page 21: Blade Replacement

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before working on machine.

  • Page 22: Battery Testing

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.5.5. BATTERY TESTING There are two types of battery tests: Unloaded and Loaded. The unloaded test is the procedure that will be discussed. It’s the simplest and most commonly used. An unloaded test is made on a battery without discharging current.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. Service battery. 2. Replace fuse. 3. Clean and check connections for good contact. 4. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 5. Move blade engagement switch to “OFF”. 6. Engage park brake. 7. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 8. Replace engine starter.
  • Page 24 5. Replace pulley. 1. Place joystick in desired speed position. 2. Move roll release lever to the engaged position. 3. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 4. Move parking brake to disengaged position. 5. Replace traction drive belt. 1. Move blade switch to the “ON” position.

  • Page 25: Service Schedule

    ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED Check Oil Level Engine Oil Initial Oil Change Periodic Oil Change Oil Filter Initial Oil Change Periodic Oil Change Clean Sponge Element Air Pre-Cleaner Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Replace Spark Plug Replace Fuel Filter Engine Cooling Clean Shroud &...

  • Page 26: Warranty

    For three (3) years from purchase date for the original purchaser's residential, non-commercial use, SNAPPER, through any authorized SNAPPER dealer will replace, free of charge (except for taxes where applicable), any part or parts found upon examination by the factory at McDonough, Georgia, to be defective in material or workmanship or both.

  • Page 27: Primary Maintenance

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  • Page 32 Read, Understand, and Follow all warnings and instructions in this manual, the engine manual, and on the machine, engine and attachments. If you have any questions about your Snapper product, contact your local authorized Snapper dealer or contact Snapper Customer Service at Snapper, McDonough, GA.

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