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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE
3.1 INTRODUCTION
To retain the quality of the SNAPPER Out Front Z-
Rider, 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 SNAPPER Out Front Z-
Rider, always mention the model and serial number.
SNAPPER recommends returning the Out Front Z-
Rider to an authorized SNAPPER dealer annually
for inspection and addition of any new devices
which might upgrade the safety of the Out Front Z-
Rider.
For the nearest SNAPPER dealer in your
area, check the yellow pages under the heading
LAWN MOWERS.
For engine parts and service,
look for the engine manufacturer's dealers under the
heading, ENGINES - gasoline.
3.2 SERVICE - AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS
CAUTION
Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, STOP
the engine, remove the key, remove the spark plug
wire(s) from the spark plug(s) and secure wire(s)
away from plug(s)._
3.2.1. CHANGE ENGINE OIL
1. Change engine oil as follows:
a. Place a 4 quart minimum capacity
container under the end of the oil drain.
b. Rotate counter clockwise and pull out
to open the drain plug. See Figure 3.1.
FIGURE 3.1
d. After all the oil has drained, close the
drain
by
pushing
in
and
rotating
clockwise to close. Wipe up any oil that
may have spilled. Dispose of drained oil
properly. See Figure 3.1.
e. Fill engine crankcase with new oil.
Refer to your engine owner's manual for
oil specifications.
f. Change oil filter at every oil change.
Refer to your engine owner's manual for
service instructions.
3.2.2. CHECK MOWER BLADE
1. Stop Engine.
2. Apply parking brake.
3. Turn key to "ON" position but DO NOT
crank engine. Raise mower deck off the
ground using deck lift switch located to the
right of operator as viewed from the operator's
position. Turn key to "OFF" position.
4. Use a hydraulic floor jack or hoist to raise
deck high enough to gain access to the
underside of deck. Secure deck with safety
blocks.
CAUTION
Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or
working
around
cutting
blades.
Blades
are
extremely sharp and can cause severe injury.
5. Check torque of blade mounting bolts.
As necessary, torque to
70 to 80 ft. lbs.
See Figure 3.2.
6. Check blade for sharpness, wear and
damage. See Section on BLADE WEAR
LIMITS.
WARNING
Never use a cutting blade that shows signs of
excessive wear or damage. Refer to MOWER BLADE
REPAIR/REPLACEMENT for proper blade inspection
and service procedures. See Section 4.5, Figure 4.4.
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