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Snapper HZS15423KVE SERIES 3 Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

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Safety Instructions
& Operator's Manual for
YARD CRUISER
HYDRO
DRIVE
SERIES
3
MODELS
HZS15423KVE
HZS18483BVE
MODEL
NUMBER
EXPLANATION
IHIZlS
MODEL DESIGNATION
-j
DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE
MODEL BODY TYPE
ENGINE HORSE POWER
lsl42131K
VlEI
[
ENGINE OPTIONS
ENGINE TYPE
ENGINE MODEL
SERIES DESIGNATION
CUTTING WIDTH
H -Yard
Cruiser
15-
15 HP Engine
Z - Zero Turning Radius
18 - 18 HP Engine
S - Steel Body Panels
42 - 42" Cutting Deck
3 - Series Designation
B - Briggs Engine
V- Over Head Valve
48 - 48" Cutting Deck
K - Kohler Engine
E - Electric Start
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
Ih, GA. 30253
U;S.A.
MANUAL No. 7-4403 (Rev 1, 8/29/01)

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  • Page 1 48 - 48" Cutting Deck K - Kohler Engine E - Electric Start S - Steel Body Panels 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"...

  • 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). PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN...
  • Page 3 14. Have machine serviced by an authorized SNAPPER Slow down before turning. dealer at least once a year and have the dealer 10. Watch out for...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................. TABLE OF CONTENTS ...................... SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION ..................SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ..............Pre-start Checklist .................... Rolling Machine w/o Engine Running ..............Starting & Stopping Engine, Propelling Mower ..........Starting & Stopping Mower Blades ..............Starting &...

  • Page 5: Section 1 - Familiarization

    1.1 INTRODUCTION 1.2 NOMENCLATURE This manual has been prepared for the operator's of the The nomenclature drawing above, Figure 1.1, shows the essential parts of the SNAPPER YARD CRUISER. It is SNAPPER YARD CRUISER. Its purpose, aside from recommended that...
  • Page 6 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PRE-START CHECK LIST 2.1.5. Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and engine of any accumulation of dirt, grass, oil, etc. Make the following checks and perform the service Keep engine air intake screen and cooling fins clear required before each start-up.
  • Page 7 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: This YARD CRUISER equipped with JOYSTICK IS IN NEUTRAL POSITION hydrostatic drive. forward, rearward steering movement of the machine is controlled by a joystick lever........Joystick operations should be performed only from POSITION TURN KEY TO operator's position in the seat.
  • Page 8 I "FAST" POSITION functioning properly. Contact your SNAPPER dealer I for assistance. FIGURE 2.7 2.3.4. PARKING BRAKE 1. Manually position joystick in the neutral position. 2. Engage parking brake by pushing button at the 3.

  • Page 9: Section 2 - Operating Instructions

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3.5. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT This machine has seven different cutting height positions. IMPORTANT: When positioning 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

    Contact a it to run until engine runs out of fuel. Close vent on fuel local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. filler cap. See Figure 2.3. For the correct part or information for a particular mower, 2.

  • Page 11: Check Mower Drive Belt

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.2.3. CHECK MOWER DRIVE BELT SERVICE EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS 1. Footrest Removal 3.3.1. ENGINE a. Pull deck lift handle highest cutting 1. Engine Cooling System position. See Figure 3.3. The engine cooling system consists of an engine b.

  • Page 12: Mower Blade Spindle - Lubrication

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 2. Front Caster Wheel Pivot Shaft 3.3.2. MOWER COMPONENTS (Continued) The front frame cover will not have to be removed to 5. Mower Blade Spindle - Lubrication a. Lubricate spindle bearings with three shots of lubricate the pivot shaft. The access hole is at the rear of the front structure underneath frame cover.

  • Page 13: Service-Annually

    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" position. Engine MUST be stopped and MUST be cold before removing filter. Turn fuel shut off valve to the "CLOSED"...

  • Page 14: Engine Adjustments & Repair

    However, there is difficulty in achieving these adjustments repairs, it is recommended that these repairs be made by ELEC an authorized SNAPPER dealer. PULL 42" DECKS 4.2.1. MOWER DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT SPINDLE ..

  • Page 15: Blade Brake

    5 seconds or less. If the electric clutch fails to stop the blade(s) rotation in 5 4.2.4. BELT REPLACEMENT seconds, contact an authorized SNAPPER dealer to (Continued From Previous Page) repair or replace. 4. Route belt onto spindle pulley. Make sure belt is inside spindle pulley belt guide.

  • Page 16: Mower Deck Adjustment (Front To Rear Pitch 48" Deck)

    If the timing rod 4.2.6. MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT (LEVELNESS) requires adjustment, contact an authorized SNAPPER Side-To-Side (48" Decks) dealer for service. (Continued From Previous Page) 4. Remove hair pin from pivot rod and pull rod out of lift arm.
  • Page 17 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR Loosen the shoulder bolt that retains WARNING eccentric. DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance g. Turn eccentric "UP" or "DOWN" as required service with the engine or blade running. STOP until blade tips are within 118"...

  • Page 18: Mower Deck Timing Rod - 42" Decks

    The mower deck timing rod is preadjusted 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 4.9.

  • Page 19: Blade Sharpening

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components be extremely hot.

  • Page 20: Battery Removal

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance The electrolyte (acid) produces a highly explosive gas. service with the engine or blade running. STOP Keep all sparks, flame and fire away from area when blade.

  • Page 21: Battery Testing

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING The electrolyte (acid) produces a highly explosive gas. Shield the positive terminal with terminal Keep all sparks, flame and fire away from area when located on battery harness. This prevents charging battery or when handling electrolyte or battery. from touching the positive terminal,...

  • Page 22: Mower Spindles Replacement

    6. Install new bottom bearing first. replacement, SNAPPER Field Serviceable NOTE: The bearing is sealed/shielded on one side Spindles have been designed so that no special only. The bottom bearing must be installed with the sealed/shielded side DOWN.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    2. Blown fuse. Engine 2. Replace fuse. 3. Electrical connections loose or corroded. 3. Clean and check connections for good contact. 4. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 4. Defective ignition switch. 5. Blade engagement switch in the "ON" position. 5. Move blade engagement switch to "OFF".
  • Page 24 1. Place joystick in desired speed position. Loss Of Traction 2. Roll release lever is in "ROLL" position. 2. Move roll release lever to the engaged position. 3. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 3. Low transmission hydraulic oil level. 4. Parking Brake engaged.

  • Page 25: Service Schedule

    SERVICE SCHEDULE ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED REF. EACH EACH SEASON Check Oil Level Page 6 Engine Oil Initial Oil Change Page 10 Periodic Oil Change Page 11 Oil Filter Initial Oil Change Engine Manual & Page 10 Periodic Oil Change Engine Manual &...

  • 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

    In ;'" prolonging engine life. Dirt Is your engine's enemy number 11 The engine on your Snapper product spends Its entire life operating close to the ground at high speed creating a virtual storm of dust and dlrtl...
  • Page 28 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE Knowing that dirt will quickly ruin an engine, manufacturers equip their engines with extremely efficient air cleaners to filter out the harmful dirt. The engine must gulp about gallons of air for every gallon of fuel its working ment, the air available heavily saturated with air- borne dirt particles.
  • Page 29 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE Air Is also needed to keep your engine cool. Dirt, dust & debris build up to restrict • and clog cooling air Intake screens and fins. Clean screens and fins at frequent Intervals. The engine blower housing and shrouds should be removed at least once each season or more often l under dry, dusty conditions...
  • Page 30 2-cycle engine fuel, be sure the containers are clearly marked to avoid mix-up. Snapper 2-cycle engines require a 32 to 1 mixture of gasoline and BIA certified TC-W oil such as Snapper's 2-cycle engine oil Many of the 2-cycle engine oils on the...
  • Page 31 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 32 If you have any questions about your Snapper product, contact your local authorized Snapper dealer or contact Snapper Customer Service at Snapper, McDonough, GA. 30253. Phone: (1-800-935-2967). WARNING BATTERY POSTS, TERMINALS AND RELATED ACCESSORIES...
  • Page 33 48 - 48" Cutting Deck K - Kohler Engine E - Electric Start S - Steel Body Panels 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"...
  • Page 34 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). PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN...
  • Page 35 14. Have machine serviced by an authorized SNAPPER Slow down before turning. dealer at least once a year and have the dealer 10. Watch out for...

  • Page 36: Rolling Machine W/O Engine Running

    TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................. TABLE OF CONTENTS ...................... SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION ..................SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ..............Pre-start Checklist .................... Rolling Machine w/o Engine Running ..............Starting & Stopping Engine, Propelling Mower ..........Starting & Stopping Mower Blades ..............Starting &...
  • Page 37 1.1 INTRODUCTION 1.2 NOMENCLATURE This manual has been prepared for the operator's of the The nomenclature drawing above, Figure 1.1, shows the essential parts of the SNAPPER YARD CRUISER. It is SNAPPER YARD CRUISER. Its purpose, aside from recommended that...
  • Page 38 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PRE-START CHECK LIST 2.1.5. Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and engine of any accumulation of dirt, grass, oil, etc. Make the following checks and perform the service Keep engine air intake screen and cooling fins clear required before each start-up.
  • Page 39 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: This YARD CRUISER equipped with JOYSTICK IS IN NEUTRAL POSITION hydrostatic drive. forward, rearward steering movement of the machine is controlled by a joystick lever........Joystick operations should be performed only from POSITION TURN KEY TO operator's position in the seat.
  • Page 40 I "FAST" POSITION functioning properly. Contact your SNAPPER dealer I for assistance. FIGURE 2.7 2.3.4. PARKING BRAKE 1. Manually position joystick in the neutral position. 2. Engage parking brake by pushing button at the 3.

  • Page 41: Section 2 - Operating Instructions

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3.5. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT This machine has seven different cutting height positions. IMPORTANT: When positioning 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 42: Section 3 - Maintenance Instructions

    Contact a it to run until engine runs out of fuel. Close vent on fuel local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. filler cap. See Figure 2.3. For the correct part or information for a particular mower, 2.

  • Page 43: Check Mower Drive Belt

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.2.3. CHECK MOWER DRIVE BELT SERVICE EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS 1. Footrest Removal 3.3.1. ENGINE a. Pull deck lift handle highest cutting 1. Engine Cooling System position. See Figure 3.3. The engine cooling system consists of an engine b.

  • Page 44: Mower Blade Spindle - Lubrication

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 2. Front Caster Wheel Pivot Shaft 3.3.2. MOWER COMPONENTS (Continued) The front frame cover will not have to be removed to 5. Mower Blade Spindle - Lubrication a. Lubricate spindle bearings with three shots of lubricate the pivot shaft. The access hole is at the rear of the front structure underneath frame cover.

  • Page 45: Service-Annually

    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" position. Engine MUST be stopped and MUST be cold before removing filter. Turn fuel shut off valve to the "CLOSED"...

  • Page 46: Engine Adjustments & Repair

    However, there is difficulty in achieving these adjustments repairs, it is recommended that these repairs be made by ELEC an authorized SNAPPER dealer. PULL 42" DECKS 4.2.1. MOWER DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT SPINDLE ..

  • Page 47: Blade Brake

    5 seconds or less. If the electric clutch fails to stop the blade(s) rotation in 5 4.2.4. BELT REPLACEMENT seconds, contact an authorized SNAPPER dealer to (Continued From Previous Page) repair or replace. 4. Route belt onto spindle pulley. Make sure belt is inside spindle pulley belt guide.

  • Page 48: Mower Deck Adjustment (Front To Rear Pitch 48" Deck)

    If the timing rod 4.2.6. MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT (LEVELNESS) requires adjustment, contact an authorized SNAPPER Side-To-Side (48" Decks) dealer for service. (Continued From Previous Page) 4. Remove hair pin from pivot rod and pull rod out of lift arm.
  • Page 49 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR Loosen the shoulder bolt that retains WARNING eccentric. DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance g. Turn eccentric "UP" or "DOWN" as required service with the engine or blade running. STOP until blade tips are within 118"...

  • Page 50: Mower Deck Timing Rod - 42" Decks

    The mower deck timing rod is preadjusted 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 4.9.

  • Page 51: Blade Sharpening

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components be extremely hot.

  • Page 52: Battery Removal

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance The electrolyte (acid) produces a highly explosive gas. service with the engine or blade running. STOP Keep all sparks, flame and fire away from area when blade.

  • Page 53: Battery Testing

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING The electrolyte (acid) produces a highly explosive gas. Shield the positive terminal with terminal Keep all sparks, flame and fire away from area when located on battery harness. This prevents charging battery or when handling electrolyte or battery. from touching the positive terminal,...

  • Page 54: Mower Spindles (Field Serviceable Spindles)

    6. Install new bottom bearing first. replacement, SNAPPER Field Serviceable NOTE: The bearing is sealed/shielded on one side Spindles have been designed so that no special only. The bottom bearing must be installed with the sealed/shielded side DOWN.

  • Page 55: Troubleshooting

    2. Blown fuse. Engine 2. Replace fuse. 3. Electrical connections loose or corroded. 3. Clean and check connections for good contact. 4. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 4. Defective ignition switch. 5. Blade engagement switch in the "ON" position. 5. Move blade engagement switch to "OFF".
  • Page 56 1. Place joystick in desired speed position. Loss Of Traction 2. Roll release lever is in "ROLL" position. 2. Move roll release lever to the engaged position. 3. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 3. Low transmission hydraulic oil level. 4. Parking Brake engaged.

  • Page 57: Service Schedule

    SERVICE SCHEDULE ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED REF. EACH EACH SEASON Check Oil Level Page 6 Engine Oil Initial Oil Change Page 10 Periodic Oil Change Page 11 Oil Filter Initial Oil Change Engine Manual & Page 10 Periodic Oil Change Engine Manual &...

  • Page 58: 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 59: Primary Maintenance

    In ;'" prolonging engine life. Dirt Is your engine's enemy number 11 The engine on your Snapper product spends Its entire life operating close to the ground at high speed creating a virtual storm of dust and dlrtl...
  • Page 60 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE Knowing that dirt will quickly ruin an engine, manufacturers equip their engines with extremely efficient air cleaners to filter out the harmful dirt. The engine must gulp about gallons of air for every gallon of fuel its working ment, the air available heavily saturated with air- borne dirt particles.
  • Page 61 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE Air Is also needed to keep your engine cool. Dirt, dust & debris build up to restrict • and clog cooling air Intake screens and fins. Clean screens and fins at frequent Intervals. The engine blower housing and shrouds should be removed at least once each season or more often l under dry, dusty conditions...
  • Page 62 2-cycle engine fuel, be sure the containers are clearly marked to avoid mix-up. Snapper 2-cycle engines require a 32 to 1 mixture of gasoline and BIA certified TC-W oil such as Snapper's 2-cycle engine oil Many of the 2-cycle engine oils on the...
  • Page 63 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 64 If you have any questions about your Snapper product, contact your local authorized Snapper dealer or contact Snapper Customer Service at Snapper, McDonough, GA. 30253. Phone: (1-800-935-2967). WARNING BATTERY POSTS, TERMINALS AND RELATED ACCESSORIES...
  • Page 65 48 - 48" Cutting Deck K - Kohler Engine E - Electric Start S - Steel Body Panels 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"...
  • Page 66 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). PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN...
  • Page 67 14. Have machine serviced by an authorized SNAPPER Slow down before turning. dealer at least once a year and have the dealer 10. Watch out for...
  • Page 68 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................. TABLE OF CONTENTS ...................... SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION ..................SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ..............Pre-start Checklist .................... Rolling Machine w/o Engine Running ..............Starting & Stopping Engine, Propelling Mower ..........Starting & Stopping Mower Blades ..............Starting &...
  • Page 69 1.1 INTRODUCTION 1.2 NOMENCLATURE This manual has been prepared for the operator's of the The nomenclature drawing above, Figure 1.1, shows the essential parts of the SNAPPER YARD CRUISER. It is SNAPPER YARD CRUISER. Its purpose, aside from recommended that...
  • Page 70 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PRE-START CHECK LIST 2.1.5. Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and engine of any accumulation of dirt, grass, oil, etc. Make the following checks and perform the service Keep engine air intake screen and cooling fins clear required before each start-up.
  • Page 71 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: This YARD CRUISER equipped with JOYSTICK IS IN NEUTRAL POSITION hydrostatic drive. forward, rearward steering movement of the machine is controlled by a joystick lever........Joystick operations should be performed only from POSITION TURN KEY TO operator's position in the seat.
  • Page 72 I "FAST" POSITION functioning properly. Contact your SNAPPER dealer I for assistance. FIGURE 2.7 2.3.4. PARKING BRAKE 1. Manually position joystick in the neutral position. 2. Engage parking brake by pushing button at the 3.

  • Page 73: Section 2 - Operating Instructions

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3.5. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT This machine has seven different cutting height positions. IMPORTANT: When positioning 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 74: Section 3 - Maintenance Instructions

    Contact a it to run until engine runs out of fuel. Close vent on fuel local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. filler cap. See Figure 2.3. For the correct part or information for a particular mower, 2.

  • Page 75: Check Mower Drive Belt

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.2.3. CHECK MOWER DRIVE BELT SERVICE EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS 1. Footrest Removal 3.3.1. ENGINE a. Pull deck lift handle highest cutting 1. Engine Cooling System position. See Figure 3.3. The engine cooling system consists of an engine b.

  • Page 76: Mower Blade Spindle - Lubrication

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 2. Front Caster Wheel Pivot Shaft 3.3.2. MOWER COMPONENTS (Continued) The front frame cover will not have to be removed to 5. Mower Blade Spindle - Lubrication a. Lubricate spindle bearings with three shots of lubricate the pivot shaft. The access hole is at the rear of the front structure underneath frame cover.

  • Page 77: Service-Annually

    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" position. Engine MUST be stopped and MUST be cold before removing filter. Turn fuel shut off valve to the "CLOSED"...

  • Page 78: Engine Adjustments & Repair

    However, there is difficulty in achieving these adjustments repairs, it is recommended that these repairs be made by ELEC an authorized SNAPPER dealer. PULL 42" DECKS 4.2.1. MOWER DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT SPINDLE ..

  • Page 79: Blade Brake

    5 seconds or less. If the electric clutch fails to stop the blade(s) rotation in 5 4.2.4. BELT REPLACEMENT seconds, contact an authorized SNAPPER dealer to (Continued From Previous Page) repair or replace. 4. Route belt onto spindle pulley. Make sure belt is inside spindle pulley belt guide.

  • Page 80: Mower Deck Adjustment (Front To Rear Pitch 48" Deck)

    If the timing rod 4.2.6. MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT (LEVELNESS) requires adjustment, contact an authorized SNAPPER Side-To-Side (48" Decks) dealer for service. (Continued From Previous Page) 4. Remove hair pin from pivot rod and pull rod out of lift arm.
  • Page 81 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR Loosen the shoulder bolt that retains WARNING eccentric. DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance g. Turn eccentric "UP" or "DOWN" as required service with the engine or blade running. STOP until blade tips are within 118"...

  • Page 82: Mower Deck Timing Rod - 42" Decks

    The mower deck timing rod is preadjusted 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 4.9.

  • Page 83: Blade Sharpening

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components be extremely hot.

  • Page 84: Battery Removal

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance The electrolyte (acid) produces a highly explosive gas. service with the engine or blade running. STOP Keep all sparks, flame and fire away from area when blade.

  • Page 85: Battery Testing

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING The electrolyte (acid) produces a highly explosive gas. Shield the positive terminal with terminal Keep all sparks, flame and fire away from area when located on battery harness. This prevents charging battery or when handling electrolyte or battery. from touching the positive terminal,...

  • Page 86: Mower Spindles (Field Serviceable Spindles)

    6. Install new bottom bearing first. replacement, SNAPPER Field Serviceable NOTE: The bearing is sealed/shielded on one side Spindles have been designed so that no special only. The bottom bearing must be installed with the sealed/shielded side DOWN.

  • Page 87: Troubleshooting

    2. Blown fuse. Engine 2. Replace fuse. 3. Electrical connections loose or corroded. 3. Clean and check connections for good contact. 4. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 4. Defective ignition switch. 5. Blade engagement switch in the "ON" position. 5. Move blade engagement switch to "OFF".
  • Page 88 1. Place joystick in desired speed position. Loss Of Traction 2. Roll release lever is in "ROLL" position. 2. Move roll release lever to the engaged position. 3. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 3. Low transmission hydraulic oil level. 4. Parking Brake engaged.

  • Page 89: Service Schedule

    SERVICE SCHEDULE ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED REF. EACH EACH SEASON Check Oil Level Page 6 Engine Oil Initial Oil Change Page 10 Periodic Oil Change Page 11 Oil Filter Initial Oil Change Engine Manual & Page 10 Periodic Oil Change Engine Manual &...

  • Page 90: 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 91: Primary Maintenance

    In ;'" prolonging engine life. Dirt Is your engine's enemy number 11 The engine on your Snapper product spends Its entire life operating close to the ground at high speed creating a virtual storm of dust and dlrtl...
  • Page 92 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE Knowing that dirt will quickly ruin an engine, manufacturers equip their engines with extremely efficient air cleaners to filter out the harmful dirt. The engine must gulp about gallons of air for every gallon of fuel its working ment, the air available heavily saturated with air- borne dirt particles.
  • Page 93 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE Air Is also needed to keep your engine cool. Dirt, dust & debris build up to restrict • and clog cooling air Intake screens and fins. Clean screens and fins at frequent Intervals. The engine blower housing and shrouds should be removed at least once each season or more often l under dry, dusty conditions...
  • Page 94 2-cycle engine fuel, be sure the containers are clearly marked to avoid mix-up. Snapper 2-cycle engines require a 32 to 1 mixture of gasoline and BIA certified TC-W oil such as Snapper's 2-cycle engine oil Many of the 2-cycle engine oils on the...
  • Page 95 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 96 If you have any questions about your Snapper product, contact your local authorized Snapper dealer or contact Snapper Customer Service at Snapper, McDonough, GA. 30253. Phone: (1-800-935-2967). WARNING BATTERY POSTS, TERMINALS AND RELATED ACCESSORIES...
  • Page 97 48 - 48" Cutting Deck K - Kohler Engine E - Electric Start S - Steel Body Panels 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"...
  • Page 98 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). PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN...
  • Page 99 14. Have machine serviced by an authorized SNAPPER Slow down before turning. dealer at least once a year and have the dealer 10. Watch out for...
  • Page 100 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................. TABLE OF CONTENTS ...................... SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION ..................SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ..............Pre-start Checklist .................... Rolling Machine w/o Engine Running ..............Starting & Stopping Engine, Propelling Mower ..........Starting & Stopping Mower Blades ..............Starting &...

  • Page 101: Section 1 - Familiarization

    1.1 INTRODUCTION 1.2 NOMENCLATURE This manual has been prepared for the operator's of the The nomenclature drawing above, Figure 1.1, shows the essential parts of the SNAPPER YARD CRUISER. It is SNAPPER YARD CRUISER. Its purpose, aside from recommended that...
  • Page 102 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PRE-START CHECK LIST 2.1.5. Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and engine of any accumulation of dirt, grass, oil, etc. Make the following checks and perform the service Keep engine air intake screen and cooling fins clear required before each start-up.
  • Page 103 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: This YARD CRUISER equipped with JOYSTICK IS IN NEUTRAL POSITION hydrostatic drive. forward, rearward steering movement of the machine is controlled by a joystick lever........Joystick operations should be performed only from POSITION TURN KEY TO operator's position in the seat.
  • Page 104 I "FAST" POSITION functioning properly. Contact your SNAPPER dealer I for assistance. FIGURE 2.7 2.3.4. PARKING BRAKE 1. Manually position joystick in the neutral position. 2. Engage parking brake by pushing button at the 3.

  • Page 105: Section 2 - Operating Instructions

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3.5. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT This machine has seven different cutting height positions. IMPORTANT: When positioning 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 106: Section 3 - Maintenance Instructions

    Contact a it to run until engine runs out of fuel. Close vent on fuel local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. filler cap. See Figure 2.3. For the correct part or information for a particular mower, 2.

  • Page 107: Check Mower Drive Belt

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.2.3. CHECK MOWER DRIVE BELT SERVICE EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS 1. Footrest Removal 3.3.1. ENGINE a. Pull deck lift handle highest cutting 1. Engine Cooling System position. See Figure 3.3. The engine cooling system consists of an engine b.

  • Page 108: Mower Blade Spindle - Lubrication

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 2. Front Caster Wheel Pivot Shaft 3.3.2. MOWER COMPONENTS (Continued) The front frame cover will not have to be removed to 5. Mower Blade Spindle - Lubrication a. Lubricate spindle bearings with three shots of lubricate the pivot shaft. The access hole is at the rear of the front structure underneath frame cover.

  • Page 109: Service-Annually

    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" position. Engine MUST be stopped and MUST be cold before removing filter. Turn fuel shut off valve to the "CLOSED"...

  • Page 110: Engine Adjustments & Repair

    However, there is difficulty in achieving these adjustments repairs, it is recommended that these repairs be made by ELEC an authorized SNAPPER dealer. PULL 42" DECKS 4.2.1. MOWER DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT SPINDLE ..

  • Page 111: Blade Brake

    5 seconds or less. If the electric clutch fails to stop the blade(s) rotation in 5 4.2.4. BELT REPLACEMENT seconds, contact an authorized SNAPPER dealer to (Continued From Previous Page) repair or replace. 4. Route belt onto spindle pulley. Make sure belt is inside spindle pulley belt guide.

  • Page 112: Mower Deck Adjustment (Front To Rear Pitch 48" Deck)

    If the timing rod 4.2.6. MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT (LEVELNESS) requires adjustment, contact an authorized SNAPPER Side-To-Side (48" Decks) dealer for service. (Continued From Previous Page) 4. Remove hair pin from pivot rod and pull rod out of lift arm.
  • Page 113 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR Loosen the shoulder bolt that retains WARNING eccentric. DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance g. Turn eccentric "UP" or "DOWN" as required service with the engine or blade running. STOP until blade tips are within 118"...

  • Page 114: Mower Deck Timing Rod - 42" Decks

    The mower deck timing rod is preadjusted 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 4.9.

  • Page 115: Blade Sharpening

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components be extremely hot.

  • Page 116: Battery Removal

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance The electrolyte (acid) produces a highly explosive gas. service with the engine or blade running. STOP Keep all sparks, flame and fire away from area when blade.

  • Page 117: Battery Testing

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING The electrolyte (acid) produces a highly explosive gas. Shield the positive terminal with terminal Keep all sparks, flame and fire away from area when located on battery harness. This prevents charging battery or when handling electrolyte or battery. from touching the positive terminal,...

  • Page 118: Mower Spindles (Field Serviceable Spindles)

    6. Install new bottom bearing first. replacement, SNAPPER Field Serviceable NOTE: The bearing is sealed/shielded on one side Spindles have been designed so that no special only. The bottom bearing must be installed with the sealed/shielded side DOWN.

  • Page 119: Troubleshooting

    2. Blown fuse. Engine 2. Replace fuse. 3. Electrical connections loose or corroded. 3. Clean and check connections for good contact. 4. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 4. Defective ignition switch. 5. Blade engagement switch in the "ON" position. 5. Move blade engagement switch to "OFF".
  • Page 120 1. Place joystick in desired speed position. Loss Of Traction 2. Roll release lever is in "ROLL" position. 2. Move roll release lever to the engaged position. 3. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 3. Low transmission hydraulic oil level. 4. Parking Brake engaged.

  • Page 121: Service Schedule

    SERVICE SCHEDULE ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED REF. EACH EACH SEASON Check Oil Level Page 6 Engine Oil Initial Oil Change Page 10 Periodic Oil Change Page 11 Oil Filter Initial Oil Change Engine Manual & Page 10 Periodic Oil Change Engine Manual &...

  • Page 122: 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 123: Primary Maintenance

    In ;'" prolonging engine life. Dirt Is your engine's enemy number 11 The engine on your Snapper product spends Its entire life operating close to the ground at high speed creating a virtual storm of dust and dlrtl...
  • Page 124 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE Knowing that dirt will quickly ruin an engine, manufacturers equip their engines with extremely efficient air cleaners to filter out the harmful dirt. The engine must gulp about gallons of air for every gallon of fuel its working ment, the air available heavily saturated with air- borne dirt particles.
  • Page 125 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE Air Is also needed to keep your engine cool. Dirt, dust & debris build up to restrict • and clog cooling air Intake screens and fins. Clean screens and fins at frequent Intervals. The engine blower housing and shrouds should be removed at least once each season or more often l under dry, dusty conditions...
  • Page 126 2-cycle engine fuel, be sure the containers are clearly marked to avoid mix-up. Snapper 2-cycle engines require a 32 to 1 mixture of gasoline and BIA certified TC-W oil such as Snapper's 2-cycle engine oil Many of the 2-cycle engine oils on the...
  • Page 127 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 128 If you have any questions about your Snapper product, contact your local authorized Snapper dealer or contact Snapper Customer Service at Snapper, McDonough, GA. 30253. Phone: (1-800-935-2967). WARNING BATTERY POSTS, TERMINALS AND RELATED ACCESSORIES...

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