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- Page 1 Safety/nstructions & Operator'sManualfor ZERO-TURN RIDINGMOWER 500Z Series 26HP Zero-Turn Riders Mtg, No, Description 8900731 800ZB2648 Snapper 26HP 5OOZ Zero-Turn Rider with 48" Mower 5101453 Revision IR Rev. Date: 1/2008 TP 100-7367-1R-ZT-N...
- Page 2 Copyright (© 2008 Briggs & Stratton Corporation Milwaukee, WI, USA, All rights reserved. The Snapper logo is a trademark of Briggs & Stratton Corporation Milwaukee, WI, USA. Contact Information: Snapper Products 535 Macon St.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Operator Safety ............. Safety Rules and Information...........2 Safety Decals..............8 Safety InterlockSystem............9 Features& Controls ..........Identification Numbers ...........10 Control Functions ............11 Operation ............General................13 Checks Before Starting ...........13 CheckingTire Pressures..........14 SeatAdjustment .............14 Mowing Height Adjustment ..........15 Foot Pedal Adjustment............15 Starting tbe Engine............16 Stopping the Rider............16 Pusbing tbe Rider by Hand..........16... -
Page 4: Operator Safety
Children are often attracted to the unit and mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. If there is a risk that children may enter the area where you are mowing, haveanother responsible adult watch them. www.Snapper.com... - Page 5 Operator $alety SLOPEOPERATION Operation on slopes can be dangerous. Using the unit on a slope tbat is too steep where you do not have adequatewheel traction (and control) can cause sliding, loss of steering, control, and possible rollover. You should not operate on a slope greater than a 5.4 foot rise over a 20 foot length (15 degrees).
- Page 6 ENCLOSED AREAS Only operatethis unit outdoors and away from unventilated areassuch as inside garages or enclosed trailers. The engine emits poisonous carbon monoxide gas and prolonged exposure in an enclosed area can result in serious injury or death. www.Snapper.com...
- Page 7 Operator $a(ety Readthese safety rules and follow them closely. Failureto obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This mowinq deck is capable of amputating handsand feet and throwing objects. The triangle _ in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.
- Page 8 Index information on the engine emissions label. towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the IGNITIONSYSTEM hitch point. 2. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for weight 1. This spark ignitionsystem complies with Canadian limit for towed equipment and towing on slopes. See ICES-O02. www.Snapper.com...
- Page 9 Operator Safety SERVICEAND MAINTENANCE or white gas becauseengine/fuel system damage could result. Safe Handling of Gasoline 13. If the fuel tank must be drained, it should be drained 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources outdoors. of ignition. 14.
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Page 10: Safety Decals
See your local dealer for replacements. These labels are easily applied and will act as a constant visual reminder to you, and others who may use the equipment, to follow the safety instructions necessary for safe, effective operation. www.Snapper.com... -
Page 11: Safetyinterlocksystem
Operator$alety Safety icons The alert symbol '_ is used to identitysafety inforrnation about bazards that can result in personal injury. A signal SafetyInterlockSystem word (DANGER,WARNING, or CAUTION)is used witb tbe alert symbol to indicate the likelihood and the potential this unit is equipped with safety interlockswitches. These severity of the injury. -
Page 12: Identification Numbers
These numbers can be found in the locations shown in Figure 1. NOTE,For locationof engine identification numbers, refer to Figure 1. Identification Numbers the engine owner's manual. A. Identification Tag www.Snapper.com... -
Page 13: Control Functions
Festures andCefltrols Figure 2, Control Locations Control Functions Theinformation below briefly describes the timction of individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mowing require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. Tolearn what combination and sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the OPERATION section. -
Page 14: Features& Controls
These reminders display for approximately two hours and will automatically reset themselves. Note: Thehour meter will register the passage of time only when the PTOis engaged. Thehour meter has a self contained power source so the total hours are always visible. www.Snapper.com... -
Page 15: Operation
Operation Operation AWARNING GeneralOperatingSafety Before first time operation: Never operateon slopesgreater than (15°) which is a ,, Be sure to read all information in the Safety and rise of 5.4 feet (1,6 m) vertically in 20 feet (607 cm) Operationsections before attempting to operate this horizontally. -
Page 16: Checkingtire Pressures
Adjustment Seat See Figure5. The seat can be adjusted forward and backward. Move the lever towards the left, position the seat as desired, and releasethe lever to lock the seat into position. Figure 5. SeatAdjustment A. Seat Adjustment Lever www.Snapper.com... -
Page 17: Mowing Heightadjustment
OperaUofl Mowing HeightAdjustment The cutting height adjustment pin (A, Figure 6) controls the mower cutting height. The cutting height is adjustable between 1-1/2" (3,37 cm) and 4-1/2" (11,47 cm) in 1/4" (0,64 cm) increments. 1. Depressthe deck lift foot pedal (B) until it locks into the 4-1/2"... -
Page 18: Starting Tbe Engine
Figure 8. Transmission ReleaseLevers (LH shown) 4. Move the throttle control to mid-throttle position and A. Transmission ReleaseLever turn the ignition key to OFE Removethe key. B, Engaged Position (Drive Position) C. Disengaged Position (Free-wheel Position) www.Snapper.com... -
Page 19: Zero Turn Driving Practice
Operatiofl Smooth Travel Zero Turn Driving Practice The lever controls of the The lever controls of the Zero Turn rider are responsive, and Zero Turn rider are learning to gain a smooth and efficient control of the rider's responsive. forward, reverse, and turning movements will take some practice. - Page 20 Zero Turn rider,you will learn more maneuvers that will make your mowing time easier and more enjoyable. Remember, the mare yau practice, the better your controlof the Zero Turnwili be! Figure 14. Executing an End-Of-Raw Turn www.Snapper.com...
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Page 21: Mowing
Operatio. Mowing 1. Engagethe parking brake. Make sure the PTOswitch is disengaged, the ground speed control levers are locked in the NEUTRALposition and the operator is on the seat. 2. Start the engine (see Starting The Engine). 3. Set the mower cutting height (see Mowing Height Adjustment). -
Page 22: Mowing Methods
How Much Grass to Cot Off When Broadcasting Mow when the grass is 3-5 inches long. Do not cut the grass shorter than 2 to 2-1/2 inches. Do not cut off more that 1 inch of grass in a single pass www.Snapper.com... -
Page 23: Attaching A Trailer
Operatiofl Proper Mulching Attaching A Trailer Mulching consists of a mower deck which cuts and recuts The maximum weight of a towed trailer sbould be lesstban clippings into tiny particles and which then blows them 200 Ibs (91kg). Securethe trailer with a appropriately sized down INTOthe lawn. -
Page 24: Regular Maintenance
ChangeOil & Filter * Check/ ReplaceSpark Plugs * Check/Replace Fuel Filter * * Refer to engine owner's manual. Changeoriginal engine oil after initial break-in period. ** More often in hot (over 85° F: 30° C) weather or dusty operating conditions. www.Snapper.com... -
Page 25: Checking/Adding Fuel
Regular Maintenance Checking/Adding Fuel WARNING To add fuel: Gasolineis highly flammable and must be handled 1. Removethe fuel cap. with care. Never fill the tank when the engine is still 2. Fill the tankto about 1-1/2" (3,81 crn) of the bottom of hot from recent operation. -
Page 26: Lubrication
2. Greasethe front caster. 3. Removethe 1/4-28 grease fitting and reinstall the 1/4-28 bolt. 4. Repeat process for the other side of the machine. Figure 22, Deck Lift Linkage Pivots Figure 23. Front Caster & Wheel A. 1/4-28 Bolt www.Snapper.com... -
Page 27: Checktransmission Oil Level
Regular Maintenance Check/ Fiii Transmission Oil Oil Type: 20W-50 conventional detergent motor oil. 1. Checkthe oil level when the unit is cold. Locatethe transmission oil reservoirs (A, Figure 24) locatedon the seat support plate. The oil sbould be up to tbe "FULL COLD"mark (B). -
Page 28: Servicing Tbe Mower Blades
Figure28. inspecfing the Mower Blade Air Lifts A. New Mower Blade B, Mower Blade at WearLimit (A notch begins to form) C. Mower Blade in Dangerous Condition (Notch measures .25" (6,35 ram) or greater DO NOT USE, Replace with new mower blade.) www.Snapper.com... - Page 29 Regular Maintenance Sharpening the Mower Blade , CAUTION Avoid injury! Mower blades are sharp. ,, Alwayswear gloves when handling the mower blades. ,, Alwayswear safety eye protectionwhen grinding. ® 1. Sharpen the mower blades with grinder, hand file. or Figure 2! Sharpening Ble Mower Blade electric blade sharpener.
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Page 30: Ground Speed Control Lever Adjustment
DO NOTadjust the tractorfor a faster overall speed A. TopSpeed Adjusfinent Bolt B. Contml Lever Base forward or reverse than it was designed for. C. Alignment Hardware Neutral Adjustment If the tractor "creeps" while the ground speed control levers are locked in their NEUTRALpositions, seeyour dealer. www.Snapper.com... -
Page 31: Parkingbrakeadjustment
.375" (0,95 cm). If not, position the set collar until the measurement equals .375" (0,95 cm). if this does not correctthe braking problem, see your Snapper Pro dealer. Figure 34, Parking Brake Adjustment A. Brake Spring B, First Measurement- .50" (1,27 cm) C. -
Page 32: Return To Neutral Adjustment
4. Pull the ground speed control lever rearward and release to check position again. Adjust as necessaryto align the ground speedcontrol levers with the notches in the neutral lock plate. NOTE. + This adjustment should not be performed while the machine is running, www.Snapper.com... -
Page 33: Deck Rod Timing Adjustment
Regular Maintenance Deck Rod Timing Adjustment 1. Park the machine on a flat, levelsurface, Disengagethe PTO,engage the parking brake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignitionkey. Reartires must be inflatedto 15 psi (1,03 bar); front tires to 40 psi (2,76 bar). 2. -
Page 34: Mower Belt Replacement
CLOCKWISE and install the belt on the stationary idler pulley (B). Carefully releasethe tension on the breaker bar. 7. Reinstall the mower deck guards. 8. Run the mower under no-load condition for about 5 minutes to break-in the new belt. www.Snapper.com... -
Page 35: Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement
Regular Maintenance HydraulicPumpDrive BeRt R eplacemeflt 5. Removethe old belt and replace it with the new one. Make sure the V-side of the belt runs in the grooves of 1. Parkthe tractoron a smooth, levelsurface such as a the crankshaft pulley and the transmission pulleys (B & concrete floor. -
Page 36: Battery Maintenance
2. Cleanthe battery terminals and cable ends with a wire B. Negative (-) Cable& Terminal brush until shiny. 3. Reinstall the battery and reattachthe battery cables, positive (red) cable first (A). 4. Coat the cable ends and battery terminals with petroleum jelly or non-conducting grease. www.Snapper.com... -
Page 37: Batteryservice
Regular Maintenance BatteryService Jump Starting With Auxiliary (Booster) Battery Jump starting is not recommended. However, if it must be CheckingBattery Voltage done, follow these directions. Both booster and dis-charged batteries should be treated carefully when using jumper WARNING cables. Follow the steps below EXACTLY, being careful not to cause sparks. - Page 38 To avoid engine damage, do nat disconnect battery cannotbe seen, do nat attempt to start with jumper while engine is running. Be sure terminal connections cablesas long as the battery remains frozen. are tight before starting. www.Snapper.com...
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Page 39: Storage
RegWr MaJflteflaflce Storage AWARNING TemporaryStorage (38 DaysOr Less) Never store the unit, with gasoline in engine or fuel Remember,the fuel tank will still contain some gasoline, so tank, in a heated shelter or in enclosed, poorly never store the unit indoors or in any other area where fuel ventilated enclosures. -
Page 40: Troubleshooting
Using wrong weight oil. 2. See engine manual. Too much oil in crankcase. 3. Drain excess oil. Engine exhaest is black. Dirty air filter. 1. Replaceair filter. See engine manual. Engine choke control 2. Open choke control. is in closed position. www.Snapper.com... -
Page 41: Troubleshooting The Mower
Troubleshooting Rider Trouh/eshooting Continued, Problem Cause Remedy Engine railS, bnt rider will Transmission releaselever(s) 1. Move the transmission releaselever(s) to net drive, in "open" position, the "closed" position. Belt is broken. 2. See Drive Belt Replacement. Drive belt slips. 3. See problem and cause below. Brake is not fully released. -
Page 42: Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems
1. Sharpen your blades. Blades are worn down too far. 2. Replaceyour blades. Engine speed is too slow. 3. Always mow at full throttle. Ground speed is too fast. 4. Slow down. Deck is plugged with grass. 5. Clean out the mower. www.Snapper.com... -
Page 43: Specifications
$pecJ|JcatJofls Specifications NOTE,Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. TRANSMISSIONS: ENGINE: HydroGear ZL-KMEF-3LTC-1LLX(LH) 26 HP Briggs & Stratton HydroGear ZL-GMEF-3LTB-1LLX(BH) ZT2800 Briggs & SrrattoN Make Type 44P777-O124-G1 Medel SAE20W-50motoroil Hydraulic Finial Horsepower 26 @ 3600 rpm Speeds Forward: 0 -7 MPH(0-11,27km/h) Displacement... -
Page 44: Slope Identificationguide
SLOPE INDENTIFICATION GUIDE FOLD ALONG APPROPRIATE DOTTED LiNE COMPARE THE ANGLE OFTHE FOLD TO THE ANGLE OFTHE SLOPE iNSTRUCTiONS 1. Fold this page along the dotted line indicated above. 2. Align the left edge of this guide {5" with a vertical tree, a power line pole, a fence post, or any vertical structure. - Page 45 Notes...
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- Page 47 2.0 US qt. (1,9 L) w/Filter DeckDrive Belt 5101301 MowerBlade 5020843 CHASSIS: FuelTank Capacity: 8 Gallons(30,3L) RearWheels TireSize:20 x 8.00-10 (48" Model) InflationPressure: 1 5 psi (1,03bar) TireSize:11x 4.00- 5 Front Wheels InflationPressure: 4 0 psi (2,76bar) SNAPPWR® 535 Macon St. McDonough, GA 30253 www.snapper.com...
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