Operation; General; Checks Before Starting - Snapper 500Z Series Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

Operation
Operation
GeneralOperatingSafety
Before first time operation:
,, Be sure to read all information in the Safety and
Operationsections before attempting to operate this
tractor and mower.
,, Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop
the unit.
,, Drive in an open area without mowing to become
accustomed to the unit.
WARNING
Never allow passengers to ride an the unit.
Beforeleaving the operator'spositionfor any reason,
engage the parking brake, disengage the PTO, stopthe
engine and remave the key.
To reducefire hazard, keepthe engine, tractor and
mower free of grass, leavesand excess grease. Do not
stop or park tractor over dry leaves, grass or
combustiblematerials.
Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled
with care. Never fill the tank when the engine is still
hotfrom recent operation. Do net allow open flame,
smokingor matches in the area. Avoid over-filling and
wipe up any spills.
WARNING
Do not load this zero-turnrider on a trailer or truck
using two separate ramps. Only use a single ramp that
is at least one foot wider than the width of the rear
wheels of this rider. This rider has a zero turning
radius and the rear wheels couldfail off the ramps, or
the rider couldtip over injuringthe operatoror
bystanders.
AWARNING
Never operateon slopesgreater than (15°) which is a
rise of 5.4 feet (1,6 m) vertically in 20 feet (607 cm)
horizontally.
Select slow ground speed before driving ontoa slope.
Use extra cautionwhen operatingon slopeswith a
rear-mountedgrass catcher.
Mow across the face of slopes, net up and down, use
cautionwhen changingdirections and DO NOT START
ORSTOPONSLOPE.
Checks Before
Starting
,, Checkthat crankcase is filled to full mark on the engine
oil dipstick (A, Figure3). See the engine Operator's
Manual for instructions and oil recommendations.
,, Fill the fuel tanks with fresh fuel. Refer to engine manual
for fuel recommendations.
,, Make sure all nuts, bolts, screws and pins are in place
and tight.
,, Make sure the fuel selector valve (B) is in the "ON"
position.
,, Checkthe tire pressures. See Check Tire Pressures.
,, Adjust the seat position, and make certain you can reach
all controls from operator's position. See Seat
Adjusflnent
,, Adjust the height of the mower deck to the desired
position. See Mowing Height Adjustment.
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Figure 3. ChecksBefore Starting
A. Engine 0il Dipstick
B. Fuel ValveSelector
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