Table Of Contents - Snapper RZT185380BVE Operator's Manual

Safety Rules & Information.................................2
Identification Numbers........................................5
Safety Decals .......................................................6
Safety Interlock System ......................................7
Features & Controls ............................................8
Control Functions ....................................................8
Operation ...........................................................10
General Operating Safety .....................................10
Checks Before Starting .........................................10
Starting the Engine ...............................................11
Stopping the Rider & Engine.................................11
Mowing..................................................................11
Pushing the Rider by Hand ...................................11
Zero Turn Driving Practice.....................................12
Attaching a Trailer..................................................14
Mower Removal & Installation...............................14
Regular Maintenance ........................................16
Schedule ...............................................................16
Lubrication ............................................................17
Servicing the Mower Blades .................................18
Checking Tire Pressures .......................................19
Checking/Adding Fuel ...........................................19
Fuel Filter ..............................................................19
Engine Maintenance .............................................19
Battery Maintenance .............................................20
Storage..................................................................20
WARNING
You must read, understand and comply with all safety
and operating instructions in this manual before
attempting to set-up and operate your machine.
Failure to comply with all safety and operating
instructions can result in loss of machine control,
serious personal injury to you and / or bystanders,
and risk of equipment and property damage. The
triangle in the text signifies important cautions or
warnings which must be followed.
WARNING
Engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

Table of Contents

Troubleshooting, Adjustments & Service .......21
Troubleshooting the Rider .....................................21
Troubleshooting the Mower ...................................22
Seat Adjustments ..................................................23
Motion Control Lever Adjustment ..........................23
Speed Balancing Adjustment ................................23
Motion Control Lever Friction Adjustment .............24
Cutting Height Adjustment ....................................24
Roller Bar Adjustment ...........................................24
Neutral Adjustments..............................................25
Parking Brake Adjustment.....................................26
Front Suspension Adjustment ...............................26
PTO Clutch Adjustment.........................................27
Blade Brake Check ...............................................27
Mower Deck Leveling ............................................28
Roller Bar Leveling ................................................29
Transmission Drive Belt Replacement ..................30
Battery Charging ...................................................30
Mower Belt Replacement ......................................31
Fuse Replacement ................................................32
Specifications ....................................................33
Parts & Accessories..........................................34
NOTE: In this manual, "left" and "right" are referred to as
seen from the operating position.
This manual contains safety information to make you
aware of the hazards and risks associated with the
machine and how to avoid them. This machine is
designed and intended to be used and maintained
according to the manual for finish cutting of
established lawns and is not intended for any other
purpose. It is important that you read and
understand these instructions thoroughly before
attempting to start or operate this equipment.
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