Table Of Contents - Snapper HZS15423KVE SERIES 3 Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

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 & Stopping Engine, Propelling Mower ............................................. 7-8
Starting & Stopping Mower Blades .................................................................... 8
Starting & Stopping Wheel Drive ........................................................................ 8
Setting & Releasing Parking Brake ..................................................................... 8
Cutting Height Adjustment .................................................................................. 9
SECTION 3 - MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................ 10-13
Service- After First Five Hours ........................................................................ 10
Change Engine Oil .......................................................................................... 10
Check Mower Blade ........................................................................................ 10
Check Mower Drive Belt ................................................................................. 11
Check Transaxle Drive Belts .......................................................................... 11
Service - Every 25 Operating Hours ................................................................. 11
Check Mower Components ............................................................................ 11
Mower Blade Spindle - Lubrication .............................................................. 12
Mower Deck Linkage - Lubrication ............................................................... 12
Front Wheel Bearings - Lubrication .............................................................. 12
Front Caster Wheel Pivot Shaft ..................................................................... 12
Parking Brake Pivot Bushings ....................................................................... 12
Service - Annually ............................................................................................... 13
Engine .............................................................................................................. 13
Air Filter ............................................................................................................ 13
Oil Filter ............................................................................................................ 13
Engine Oil ......................................................................................................... 13
Transaxle .......................................................................................................... 13
Fuel Filter ......................................................................................................... 13
Storage - Out of Season .................................................................................... 13
SECTION 4 - ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIR ............................................................. 14-21
Engine Adjustments & Repair ........................................................................... 14
Mower Deck & Components Adjustments ....................................................... 14
Mower Drive Belt Adjustment ........................................................................... 14
Mower Drive Belt Replacement ......................................................................... 14
Belt Removal & Replacement ....................................................................... 14-15
Blade Brake ......................................................................................................... 15
Mower Deck Adjustment (Levelness - Side to Side 48" Deck) .................. 15-16
Mower Deck Adjustment (Front to Rear Pitch 48" Deck) ............................... 16
Mower Deck Adjustment (Side to Side, 42" & 48" Decks) .............................. 17
Mower Deck Adjustment (Front to Rear Pitch, 42" Decks) ............................ 18
Mower Deck Timing Rod- (42" Decks) ............................................................ 18
Wheel Brake Adjustment ................................................................................... 18
Mower Blade Wear Limits .................................................................................. 19
Blade Sharpening ............................................................................................... 19
Blade Replacement ............................................................................................ 19
Battery Removal ................................................................................................. 20
Battery Installation ............................................................................................. 20
Battery Service & Charging ............................................................................... 20
New Battery Preparation ............................................................................... 20-21
Battery Testing ................................................................................................... 21
MOWER SPINDLES (Field Serviceable Spindles)
BEARING REPLACEMENT ................................................................................. 22
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................. 23-24
Maintenance/Replacement Parts ...................................................................... 24
SERVICE SCHEDULE ...................................................................................................... 25
WARRANTY ...................................................................................................................... 26
PRIMARY MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................... 27-30