Uncrating; Connect The Battery - Snapper ZTR 800X Series Dealer Setup & Adjustment Instructions Manual

Uncrating

1. Using a reciprocating utility saw or equivalent, cut the
crate away from the bottom skid. Remove the crate.
Remove the shrink-wrap plastic.
2. Cut the nylon banding that secures the unit to the crate.
NOTICE
When cutting the crate from the bottom skid, use caution
around the tires and the mower rollers.
3. Locate the hydraulic release valves (A, Figure 1) on the
bottom side of the hydraulic pumps.
4. Open the hydraulic release valves. To open the release
valves, turn the release valve counter-clockwise two (2)
full turns MAXIMUM See Figure 1 for valve location.
5. Push down on the parking brake lever (A, Figure 2) to
release the parking brake.
6. Be sure there are no nails or sharp objects on the bottom
skid to puncture the machine's tires. Roll the machine
forward off the bottom skid.
7. After moving the tractor, re-engage the pumps (drive
position) by turning the release valves clockwise and
tighten to 80-120 in/lbs (9-13.5 Nm). See Figure 1 for
valve location.
Connect Battery Cables
WARNING
Battery acid can cause severe burns. Wear
protective gear when handling the battery.
Open flames and sparks can cause the
battery to explode.
BATTERY SAFETY RULES:
• Battery acid causes severe burns. Avoid contact with
skin.
• Wear eye protection when handling the battery.
• To avoid an explosion, keep flames and sparks away
from battery, especially while charging.
• When installing the battery cables, CONNECT THE
POSITIVE (+) CABLE FIRST and negative (-) cable last.
If not done in this order, the positive terminal can be
shorted to the frame by a tool.
1. Connect the red positive battery cable (B, Figure 3) to
the positive battery post.
2. Connect the black negative battery cable (A) to the
negative battery post.
800X Series Zero-Turn Rider - 61" & 72" Mower Deck
Figure 1. Hydraulic System By-Pass
A. Hydraulic Release Valve (right-hand pump shown)
Figure 2. Disengaging the Parking Brake
(lever shown in disengaged position)
A. Parking Brake Lever
Figure 3. Battery Compartment
A. Positive Battery Cable
B. Negative Battery Cable
A
A
A
B
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