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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents: Checking Tire Pressures..........35 Cutting Height Adjustment..........35 General Information.............. 3 Foot Pedal Adjustment........... 36 Identifying Your Unit............3 Floor Pan Removal & Installation........36 Operator Safety..............3 Neutral Adjustment............36 California Proposition 65..........4 Return-to-Neutral Adjustment.........37 Operating Safely...............4 Neutral Lockout Adjustment........... -
Page 3: General Information
Record your product model number, product serial number, engine model number, and engine serial number in the space Snapper Pro is a registered trademark of Briggs & Stratton. provided for easy access. Identifying Your Unit When contacting your authorized service dealer for... -
Page 4: California Proposition 65
California Proposition 65 Read the Manual WARNING This product can expose you to chemicals including gasoline engine exhaust, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and carbon monoxide, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. - Page 5 operate on a slope greater than 15 degrees (a 5.4 foot rise attempt to alter or bypass the system. See your dealer over a 20 foot length). immediately if the system does not pass all the safety interlock system tests found in this manual. Avoid turning down slopes;...
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Page 6: Slope Identification Guide
Give yourself a minimum of two mower widths of clearance exposure in an enclosed area can result in serious injury or around these hazards and hand-trim with a walk behind death. mower or string trimmer. Wheels dropping over retaining Slope Identification Guide walls, edges, ditches, embankments, or into water can cause rollovers, which may result in serious injury, death, or drowning. ... -
Page 7: Safety Rules And Information
Safety Rules and Information • Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Be sure to travel in the recommended direction on hillsides. Turf Training conditions can affect the machines stability. Use caution when operating near drop-offs. • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the unit before starting. - Page 8 • Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. Do NOT WARNING make sudden changes in speed or direction, which could It is a violation of California Public Resource Code, Section cause the mower to rollover. 4442, to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered, •...
- Page 9 Service and Maintenance wire. Wait for all movement to stop before adjusting, cleaning or repairing. To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme • Clean grass and debris from cutting units, drives, care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable mufflers, and engine to prevent fires.
- Page 10 • Do not exceed the machine weight rating of the roll bar. • Read and follow all of the instructions shown below WARNING regarding the inspection and maintenance of the roll bar Units with hydraulic pumps, hoses, or motors: Hydraulic structure and the seat belt. fluid escaping under pressure may have sufficient force to penetrate skin and cause serious injury.
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Page 11: Safety Decals
9) That the ROLL BAR on-product warning labels are still North American Models with Rigid Roll Bars: on the ROLL BAR and are readable. • If there is any doubt as to the condition of the ROLL BAR, remove the machine from service and contact your dealer for assistance. - Page 12 *Quantity 1 used on units with 52" mower decks; Quantity 2 *Quantity 1 used on units with 52" mower decks; Quantity 2 used on units with 61" mower decks. used on units with 61" mower decks. 1. Part Number: 5106565 - Decal, Main Safety A.
- Page 13 WARNING DANGER Avoid serious injury or death. Loss of control and roll-over hazard. • Read operator's manual before using this product. • Do NOT operate this machine unless you are trained. Operating on slopes can be hazardous and cause loss •...
- Page 14 Amputation and Pinch Point Hazard. To avoid injury from rotating parts, stay clear of parts and keep all shields and guards in place. 7101665 - Decal, Danger, Discharge 5100683 - Decal, Warning, Roll Bar Safety alert triangle. DANGER WARNING Keep hands and feet away from deck. Avoid serious injury or death from roll over.
- Page 15 Folding Roll Bar Decals Roll Over Protective Structure. To maintain operator protection and roll bar 5104082 - Decal, Warning, 5100405 - Decal, Warning, certification: Folding Roll Bar ROPS • Replace a damaged roll bar, do not attempt to repair or modify. •...
- Page 16 5061042 - Decal, Danger Danger - Amputation hazard: Do not mow when children or others are around. Never carry riders especially children even with the blades off. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Look down and behind – before and while backing.
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Page 17: Safety Icons For Optional Jack Kit Accessory
Safety Icons for Optional Jack Kit Warning: Batteries produce explosive gases - Read and understand the Accessory Operator’s Manual before using this An optional jack kit is available as an accessory through your machine. normal parts source. Please see the explanations below for the safety icons displayed on the jack kit. ... -
Page 18: Features And Controls
Test 3 - Engine should SHUT OFF if: F. Roll Bar G. Retractable Seat Belt • Operator rises off seat with PTO engaged, OR • Operator rises off seat with parking brake disengaged. H. Fuel Tank Cap Fuel Level Gauge Test 4 - Blade Brake Check J. -
Page 19: Instrument Control Panel
Fuel Tank Cap: To remove the cap, turn counter-clockwise. DISENGAGE: Releases the ENGAGE: Locks the parking Fuel Level Gauge: Displays the fuel level in the parking brake. brake. tank. Ground Speed Control Levers: These levers control the Seat Adjustment Lever: The seat can be adjusted forward ground speed and direction of the zero-turn riding mower. -
Page 20: Operation
B. PTO (Power Take Off) Switch C. Choke D. Ignition Switch E. Hour Meter Throttle Control: The throttle controls engine speed. Move the throttle forward to increase engine speed and back to decrease engine speed. Always operate at FULL throttle when mowing. -
Page 21: Checks Before Starting
Starting the Engine WARNING • Never operate on slopes greater than 15°. WARNING • Select slow ground speed before driving onto a slope. • If you do not understand how a specific control Use extra caution when operating on slopes with a rear- functions, or have not yet thoroughly read the mounted grass catcher. ... - Page 22 Locate a smooth, flat area of your lawn with plenty of room to maneuver. (Clear the area of objects, people and animals before you begin.) Operate the unit at mid-throttle during this practice session (ALWAYS operate at full throttle when mowing), and turn slowly to prevent tire slippage and damage to your lawn.
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Page 23: Mowing
Your zero-turn riding mower's unique ability to turn in place While traveling forward allow one ground speed control lever allows you to turn around at the end of a cutting row rather to gradually return back toward neutral. Repeat several times. than having to stop and Y-turn before starting a new row. - Page 24 Height of Grass Often cutting height is a matter of personal preference. Typically, you should mow the grass when it is between three and five inches high. The proper cutting height range for a specific lawn will depend upon several factors, including the type of grass, the amount of rainfall, the prevailing temperature, and the lawn’s overall condition.
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Page 25: Pushing The Unit By Hand
Mulching Mulching consists of a mower deck which cuts and re-cuts clippings into tiny particles and which then blows them down INTO the lawn. These tiny particles decompose rapidly into by-products your lawn can use. UNDER PROPER CONDITIONS, your mulching mower will virtually eliminate noticeable clippings on the lawn surface. -
Page 26: Raise And Lower The Roll Bar
rear wheels on the transmission cradle (B). There is To lower the roll bar: one transmission release lever on each transmission. 1. Pull the hair pin clips (A, Figure 22) out of the retainer The transmission release levers open and close the pins (B). -
Page 27: Storage
safe place. Be sure the spark plug openings are protected from foreign objects with a suitable cover. • If the unit can’t be stored on a reasonably level surface, chock the wheels. • Clean all grass and dirt from the mower. Long Term Storage (Longer Than 30 Days) Before you store your unit for the off-season, read the Fuel and Maintenance instructions in the OPERATOR... -
Page 28: Maintenance Schedule
Service and Maintenance Safety 5. See engine operator's manual and follow all instructions for preparing engine after storage. 6. Check crankcase oil level and add proper oil if necessary. WARNING If any condensation has developed during storage, drain Amputation and crushing hazard crankcase oil and refill. -
Page 29: Replacing The Fuel Filter
Replacing the Fuel Filter WARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. Do NOT remove the fuel filter when the engine is hot, as spilled gasoline may ignite. Do NOT spread hose clamps further than necessary. -
Page 30: Inspect Muffler And Spark Arrester
Inspect Muffler and Spark Arrester 5. Reinstall the tank caps. 6. After adding oil to the tanks, it may be necessary to purge Inspect the muffler for cracks, corrosion, or other damage. air from the hydraulic system. If the unit is not driving Remove the spark arrester, if equipped, and inspect properly perform the Purging the Air from the Hydraulic for damage or carbon blockage. -
Page 31: Purging The Air From The Hydraulic System
Purging the Air from the Hydraulic System Due to the effects air has on efficiency in hydraulic drive systems, it is critical that it be purged from the system. These purge procedures should be implemented any time a hydraulic system has been opened to facilitate maintenance or any additional oil has been added to the system. -
Page 32: Lubricate The Front Casters
Not all greases are compatible. Red grease (p/n 5022285) is recommended. Automotive type, high temperature, lithium grease may be used when this is not available. Oil: • ground speed control lever pivots & linkages • parking brake shaft pivots • seat plate pivots •... - Page 33 • More than .5" (12,7 mm) of the mower blade metal has been removed from previous sharpening or wear (A). • The air lifts are excessively eroded (B) and the notch (C) is .25" (6,35 mm) deep or greater. • The mower blade is broken or bent. 2.
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Page 34: Seat Adjustment
7. The mower blade should have a maximum of 1/64" (0,40 mm) cutting edge (B) or less. CAUTION Thrown objects hazard. An unbalanced mower blade can create excessive vibration and damage the unit, or cause mower blade failure resulting in thrown debris. Be sure blade is balanced before installing. -
Page 35: Speed Balancing Adjustment
Loosen the mount bolts (A, Figure 39) and pivot the control lever(s) (C) to align with each other. WARNING Unsafe Operation Hazard. DO NOT adjust the unit for a faster overall speed forward or reverse than it was designed for. Checking Tire Pressures Tire pressure should be checked periodically, and maintained at the levels shown in the Specifications chart. -
Page 36: Foot Pedal Adjustment
Floor Pan Removal & Installation 4. Slowly release the deck lift foot pedal until it comes to rest against the stationary pin (E) in the 1-1/2” (3,8 cm) cutting This unit is equipped with a removable floor pan which can be height hole. -
Page 37: Return-To-Neutral Adjustment
Note: Perform this adjustment on a hard, level surface such 4. Move the ground speed control levers into the operating as a concrete floor. position, pull rearward, and release. 5. Move the ground speed control levers out towards the 1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake and turn NEUTRAL LOCKOUT position. -
Page 38: Parking Brake Adjustment
If this does not correct the braking problem, see your the parking brake cables and the compressed length of the authorized Snapper Pro servicing dealer. lower springs located by the transmissions are factory preset and should not be changed for parking brake adjustment Deck Lift Rod Timing Adjustment procedures. -
Page 39: Deck Leveling Adjustment
joint and washer on the lift pivot arm and secure with the 1/2" bolt and nylock flange nut that were previously removed. Tighten the jam nut against the ball joint. 3. If the measurements for the rods are equal, no further adjustment is required. -
Page 40: Deck Lift Assist Springs
• If the mower deck does not measure 4" (10,2 cm) in the front and 4-1/4" (10,8 cm) in the rear, proceed with step #8. 8. Loosen the jam nut (A) and turn the fine adjustment bolt (B) to adjust the deck height. •... - Page 41 • 52" Mower Decks: Rotate the idler arm clockwise so that it is pulled away from the idler arm stop (L, Figure 54). To remove the belt from the belt guide, start with the leg of the belt between the adjustable idler pulley and the PTO clutch pulley (G) and press the belt down below the belt guide and then pull it around and then above the belt guide.
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Page 42: Transmission Drive Belt Replacement
Check / Adjust the Mower Deck Drive Belt Tensioning Spring Length Mower Deck Drive Belt Tensioning Spring Length Deck Size Measurement 52" 12" (30,5 cm) 61" 12" (30,5 cm) 1. Set the mower deck to the 3-1/2" (8.9 cm) cutting height. 2. -
Page 43: Battery Maintenance
Battery Maintenance If there is any doubt about the cause of the problem, see your authorized Snapper Pro servicing dealer. If you need to replace the battery, follow the steps under Cleaning the DANGER Battery and Cables. - Page 44 Problem: Engine will not turn over or start. Problem: Rider drive belt slips. Parking brake not engaged. Engage parking brake. Cause Remedy PTO (electric clutch) switch in ON Place in OFF position. Pulleys or belt is greasy or oily. Clean as required. position.
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Page 45: Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems
Problem: Mower does not engage. Problem: Stepped Cutting Electrical wiring damage. Locate and repair damaged wire. Tires are not properly inflated. Check and inflate the tires. Battery voltage too low. Recharge battery and check Blades are damaged. Replace the blades. alternator. -
Page 46: Specifications
Specifications Inflation Pressure 25 psi (1,72 bar) Front Wheels Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to Tire Size 13 X 6.5 - 6 change without notice. Inflation Pressure 25 psi (1,72 bar) ENGINE TRANSMISSIONS For complete engine specifications see the engine manufacturer's operator's manual included with your unit. ... -
Page 47: Warranty
Unless required under Australian Consumer Law, Snapper Pro shall not be liable under this Warranty to the Customer or any other person in connection with this Warranty, for consequential, direct or indirect damages, loss or costs incurred or suffered by the Customer or any other person;... - Page 48 Briggs & Stratton products. ABOUT YOUR WARRANTY Warranty service is available only through Snapper Pro Authorized Service Dealers. This warranty only covers defects in materials or workmanship. It does not cover damage caused by improper use or abuse, improper maintenance or repair, normal wear and tear, or stale or unapproved fuel.
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