Table Of Contents - Snapper ZF2100DKU, ZF2300GKU, ZF5200M, ZF6100M Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

SECTION 1 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................... 2-3
TABLE OF CONTENTS ...................................................................................... 4
SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION....................................................................... 5
SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS................................................. 6-10
SECTION 3 - MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ......................................... 11-15
SECTION 4 - ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIR .............................................. 16-22
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................. 23-24
SERVICE SCHEDULE ...................................................................................... 25
WARRANTY ..................................................................................................... 26
PRIMARY MAINTENANCE.......................................................................... 27-30
NOTICE: Operator Protective Structures are available as optional kits for the Mid-Mount and Out-Front Z-Rider machines. These
structures, when installed and used properly can offer additional security to the operator against serious injury in the event of a tip over
accident. Operator Protective Structures may be required by local ordinances. Discuss your mowing application and ordinances with
your local Snapper Dealer.
IMPORTANT: DIESEL AND GAS UNITS LOOK VERY SIMILIAR. DO NOT PUT GAS IN DIESEL MACHINE OR
DIESEL IN GAS MACHINE. ENGINE DAMAGE MAY RESULT.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Pre-start Checklist .................................................................................................6
Starting & Stopping Engine, Blades & Parking Brake .........................................7-9
Starting & Stopping Mower Blades .........................................................................8
Parking Brake .........................................................................................................9
Cutting Height Adjustment......................................................................................9
Driving & Stopping Machine .................................................................................10
Change Engine Oil................................................................................................11
Check Mower Blade .............................................................................................11
Check Mower Drive Belt .......................................................................................12
Check Belt Tension ..............................................................................................12
Service - After every 25 Hours (Engine) ..............................................................12
Service - After every 25 Hours (Mower Components) .........................................12
Mower Blade Spindle Lubrication ......................................................................12
Mower Deck Linkage Lubrication ......................................................................12
Front Wheel Bearings Lubrication.....................................................................13
Transaxle Lubrication ........................................................................................13
Power Transfer Shaft Lubrication......................................................................13
Other Lubrication...............................................................................................13
Before Operating Mower ......................................................................................13
Annually - End of Season Service ...................................................................13-14
Fuel Filter Replacement .......................................................................................14
Deck Removal .................................................................................................14-15
Power Transfer Shaft Removal ............................................................................15
Neutral Position Adjustments ...............................................................................16
Mower Deck Adjustment (Levelness)..............................................................16-17
Parking Brake Adjustment....................................................................................17
Engine Adjustments & Repair...............................................................................17
Mower Blade Replacement .............................................................................17-18
Blade Sharpening .................................................................................................18
Mower Drive Belt, Engine Belt & Hydro Pump Belt Removal & Replacement .....19
Battery Removal ...................................................................................................20
Battery Installation ................................................................................................20
Battery Service & Charging ..................................................................................20
Battery Testing......................................................................................................21
New Battery Preparation.......................................................................................21
Mower Spindles (Field Serviceable Spindles) Bearing Replacement...................22
Maintenance/Replacement Parts .........................................................................25
IMPORTANT
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