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Snapper 5900861 Operator's Manual

Snapper 5900861 Operator's Manual

S200x series zero-turn riding mower
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Model Number:
5900824
5900825
5900826
5900827
5900828
5900874
5900882
5900861
5900901
Briggs & Stratton Yard Power Products Group
5375 North Main Street
Munnsville, NY 13409
800-933-6175
Description
S200XKAV2561, 25HP Kawasaki, 61" Cut Zero-Turn Riding Mower
S200XKOH2761, 27HP Kohler, 61" Cut Zero-Turn Riding Mower
S200XKAV2761, 27HP Kawasaki, 61" Cut Zero-Turn Riding Mower
S200XKAV2561 CAL, 25HP Kawasaki, 61" Cut Zero-Turn Riding Mower
S200XBV3261, 32HP Briggs & Stratton, 61" Cut Zero-Turn Riding Mower
S200XKAV2761 S/S CAL, 27HP Kawasaki, 61" Cut Zero-Turn Riding Mower
S200XKAV2661, 26HP Kawasaki, 61" Cut Zero-Turn Riding Mower
S200XBV2861, 28HP Briggs & Stratton, 61" Cut Zero-Turn Riding Mower
S200ZBV3261 CAL, 32HP Briggs & Stratton, 61" Cut Zero-Turn Riding Mower
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
S200X Series
Zero-Turn Riding Mower
5101951
Revision D
Rev. Date: 06/2010
TP 100-7425-D-M2-SP

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  • Page 1 S200XKAV2761 S/S CAL, 27HP Kawasaki, 61” Cut Zero-Turn Riding Mower 5900882 S200XKAV2661, 26HP Kawasaki, 61” Cut Zero-Turn Riding Mower 5900861 S200XBV2861, 28HP Briggs & Stratton, 61” Cut Zero-Turn Riding Mower 5900901 S200ZBV3261 CAL, 32HP Briggs & Stratton, 61” Cut Zero-Turn Riding Mower Briggs &...
  • Page 2 Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Snapper Pro product. We’re pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the Snapper Pro brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Snapper Pro product will provide many years of dependable service. This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with this machine and how to avoid them.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Regular Maintenance ........26 Operator Safety ..........2 Maintenance Schedule .........26 Safety Rules and Information .........2 Checking/Adding Fuel ...........27 Safety Decals ............11 Fuel Filter ..............27 Safety Interlock System ........12 Oil & Filter Change ..........27 Features & Controls ......... 13 Lubrication ............28 Identification Numbers ..........13 Check Hydraulic Oil Level ........29...

  • Page 4: Operator Safety

    Operator Safety Operating Safety Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. Do not operate this machine unless you have been trained. Reading and understanding this operator’s manual is a way to train yourself.

  • Page 5: Slope Operation

    Operator Safety Slope Operation Operation on slopes can be dangerous. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep where you do not have adequate wheel 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 Operator Safety Roll Bar Use Keep the roll bar in the raised position and fasten the seat belt. There is no roll over protection when the roll bar is down! Do not jump off if the mower tips (it is safer to be secured by the seat belt with the roll bar raised.) Lower the roll bar only when necessary (such as to temporarily clear a low overhanging obstacle) and...
  • Page 7 Operator Safety Fuel and Maintenance Always disengage all drives, shutoff the engine, and remove the key before doing any cleaning, refueling, or servicing. Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable. Do not smoke while operating or refueling. Do not add fuel while engine is hot or running.
  • Page 8 Operator Safety Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to 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 mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.
  • Page 9 Operator Safety 23. Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, 5. Use extra care with grass catchers or other trees or other objects that may obscure vision. attachments. These can change the stability of 24. To reduce fire hazard, keep unit free of grass, the unit.
  • Page 10 Operator Safety EMISSIONS where there is an open flame, such as in a water heater. Allow unit to cool before storing. 1. Engine exhaust from this product contains 5. Shut off fuel while storing or transporting. Do not chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause store fuel near flames or drain indoors.
  • Page 11 Operator Safety leaks. Make sure all hydraulic fluid connections To maintain operator roll over protection and roll bar are tight and all hydraulic hoses and lines are in effectiveness: good condition before applying pressure to the • If a ROLL BAR becomes damaged for any reason, system.
  • Page 12 Operator Safety WARNING INSPECT BUCKLE & LATCH Failure to properly inspect and maintain the seat belt can cause serious injury or death. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE ROLL BAR SEAT BELT • The seat belt like the ROLL BAR, needs to be periodically inspected to verify that the integrity has not been compromised through normal machine use, misuse, age degradation,...

  • Page 13: Safety Decals

    Operator Safety Safety Decals This unit has been designed and manufactured to provide you with the safety and reliability you would expect from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment manufacturing. Although reading this manual and the safety instructions it contains will provide you with the necessary basic knowledge to operate this equipment safely and effectively, we have placed several safety labels on the unit to remind you of this important information while you are operating...

  • Page 14: Safety Interlock System

    Operator Safety Safety Icons The alert symbol is used to identity safety information Safety Interlock System about hazards that can result in personal injury. A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used with the alert symbol to indicate the likelihood and the potential severity of the injury.

  • Page 15: Features & Controls

    Operator Safety Features and Controls Identification Numbers When contacting your authorized dealer for replacement parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers. Record your part number, serial number and engine serial numbers in the space provided on the inside front cover for easy access.

  • Page 16: Control Functions

    Features and Controls Figure 2. Control Locations Control Functions The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mowing require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the OPERATION section. Seat Adjustment Lever Ground Speed Levers The seat can be adjusted forward and back.

  • Page 17: Fuel Tank Cap

    Features & Controls Fuel Tank Cap Parking Brake To remove the cap, turn counterclockwise. DISENGAGE Releases the parking brake. Fuel Level Gauge ENGAGE Locks the parking brake. Displays the fuel level in the tank. Pull the parking brake lever back to engage the parking brake.

  • Page 18: Operation

    Operation Operation General Operating Safety WARNING Before first time operation: Never operate on slopes greater than 15°. • Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Select slow ground speed before driving onto Operation sections before attempting to operate this a slope.

  • Page 19: Checking Tire Pressures

    Operation Check Tire Pressures Tire pressure should be checked periodically, and maintained at the levels shown in the chart. Note that these pressures may differ slightly from the “Max Inflation” stamped on the side-wall of the tires. The pressures shown provide proper traction, improve cut quality, and extend tire life.

  • Page 20: Mowing Height Adjustment

    Operation Mowing Height Adjustment The cutting height adjustment pin (A, Figure 6) control the mower cutting height. The cutting height is adjustable between 1-3/4” (4,4 cm) and 5” (12,7 cm) in 1/4” (0,64 cm) increments. 1. Depress the deck lift foot pedal (B) until it locks into the 5”...

  • Page 21: Raise And Lower The Roll Bar

    Operation Raise and Lower the Roll Bar WARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM ROLL OVER: Keep roll bar in the raised position and use the seat belt. THERE IS NO ROLL OVER PROTECTION WHEN THE ROLL BAR IS DOWN Lower the roll bar only when necessary and NEVER remove it.

  • Page 22: Starting The Engine

    Operation Pushing the Rider By Hand Starting the Engine NOTICE WARNING DO NOT TOW RIDER If you do not understand how a specific control Towing the units will cause hydraulic pump functions, or have not yet thoroughly read the and wheel motor damage. Do not use another FEATURES &...

  • Page 23: Zero Turn Driving Practice

    Operation Zero Turn Driving Practice Smooth Travel The lever controls of The lever controls of the Zero Turn rider are responsive, and the 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 24 Operation Practice Turning Around a Corner Practice Turning In Place While traveling forward allow one handle to gradually return To turn in place, “Zero Turn,” gradually move one ground back toward neutral. Repeat several times. speed control lever forward from neutral and one lever back from neutral simultaneously.

  • Page 25: Mowing

    Operation Mowing 1. Engage the parking brake. Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged, the motion control levers are locked in the NEUTRAL position 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 26: Mowing Methods

    Operation When and How Often to Mow The time of day and condition of the grass greatly affect the results you’ll get when mowing. For the best results, follow these guidelines: 1. Mow when the grass is between three and five inches high.

  • Page 27: Attaching A Trailer

    Operation Attaching A Trailer Proper Mulching Mulching consists of a mower deck which cuts and recuts The maximum weight of a towed trailer should be less than clippings into tiny particles and which then blows them 200 lbs (91kg). Secure the trailer with a appropriately sized down INTO the lawn.

  • Page 28: Regular Maintenance

    Regular Maintenance Regular Maintenance Maintenance Schedule The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your rider and mower. You will need to keep a record of your operating time. Determining operating time is easily accomplished by observing the elapsed time recorded by the hour meter. RIDER MAINTENANCE ENGINE MAINTENANCE Before Each Use...

  • Page 29: Checking/Adding Fuel

    Regular Maintenance Checking / Adding Fuel WARNING To add fuel: Gasoline is highly flammable and must be 1. Remove the fuel cap. handled with care. Never fill the tank when the 2. Fill the tank to about 1-1/2” (3,81 cm) of the bottom of engine is still hot from recent operation.

  • Page 30: Lubrication

    Regular Maintenance Lubrication Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 21 through 24 as well as the following lubrication points. Grease: • front caster wheel axles & yokes • deck lift pivot blocks • mower deck spindles • mower deck idler arm Use grease fittings when present.

  • Page 31: Check Hydraulic Oil Level

    Regular Maintenance Check Hydraulic Oil Level 1. Before removing the reservoir cap, make sure the area around the reservoir cap and fill neck of the reservoir is free of dust, dirt, or other debris. 2. Unscrew the reservoir cap (B, Figure 25). 3.

  • Page 32: Servicing The Mower Blades

    Regular Maintenance Servicing The Mower Blades Removing the Mower Blade CAUTION Avoid injury! Mower blades are sharp. • Always wear gloves when handling mower blades or working near blades. 1. To remove the mower blade, use a 1” wrench on the flats of the spindle shaft and remove the mower blade mounting bolt with a 15/16”...
  • Page 33 Regular Maintenance Sharpening the Mower Blade CAUTION Avoid injury! Mower blades are sharp. • Always wear gloves when handling the mower blades. • Always wear safety eye protection when grinding. Figure 30. Sharpening the Mower Blade 1. Sharpen the mower blades with grinder, hand file, or A.

  • Page 34: Ground Speed Control Lever Adjustment

    Regular Maintenance Ground Speed Control Lever Adjustment The control levers can be adjusted in three ways. The alignment of the control levers, the placement of the levers (how close the ends are to one another) and the height of the levers can be adjusted. To Adjust the Handle Alignment Loosen the mount bolts (A, Figure 33) and pivot the lever(s) (B) to align with each other.

  • Page 35: Neutral Adjustment

    Regular Maintenance Neutral Adjustment If the tractor “creeps” while the ground speed control levers are locked in NEUTRAL, then it may be necessary to adjust the linkage rod. NOTE: Perform this adjustment on a hard, level surface such as a concrete floor. 1.

  • Page 36: Return To Neutral Adjustment

    Regular Maintenance Return-To-Neutral Adjustment To determine if it is necessary to adjust the neutral return, perform the following steps. 1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake and turn off the engine. 2. Move the ground speed control levers into the operating position, pull levers rearward and release.

  • Page 37: Deck Rod Timing Adjustment

    Regular Maintenance Deck Rod Timing Adjustment 1. Park the machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key. Rear tires must be inflated to 15 psi (1,03 bar); front tires to 25 psi (1,72 bar). 2.

  • Page 38: Deck Leveling Adjustment

    Regular Maintenance Deck Leveling Adjustment NOTE: Before adjusting the deck level, the deck lift rod timing must be checked and/or adjusted. Adjust Coarse Adjustment Procedure Here When adjusting the deck level, the coarse adjustment procedure should be used to make the majority of the adjustment and the fine adjustment procedure should Adjust be used to complete the adjustment.

  • Page 39: Mower Belt Replacement

    Regular Maintenance Mower Belt Replacement NOTICE To avoid damaging belts, DO NOT PRY BELTS OVER PULLEYS. 1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key. 2.
  • Page 40 Regular Maintenance Check the Mower Belt Idler Tensioner Spring Length 1. Park the machine on a smooth level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine and remove the ignition key. 2.

  • Page 41: Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement

    Regular Maintenance Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement 1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key. 2. Remove the PTO drive belt (see MOWER BELT 8 3/8”...

  • Page 42: Battery Maintenance

    Regular Maintenance Battery Maintenance NOTE: This unit is equipped with a maintenance-free BCIU1 battery. Cleaning the Battery and Cables WARNING Be careful when handling the battery. Avoid spilling electrolyte. Keep flames and sparks away from the battery. When removing or installing battery cables, disconnect the negative cable FIRST and reconnect it LAST.

  • Page 43: Battery Service

    Regular Maintenance Battery Service Jump Starting With Auxiliary (Booster) Battery Jump starting is not recommended. However, if it must be Checking Battery Voltage done, follow these directions. Both booster and dis-charged batteries should be treated carefully when using jumper WARNING cables.
  • Page 44 Regular Maintenance THIS HOOK-UP FOR NEGATIVE GROUND VEHICLES Starter Starter Switch Switch Jumper Cable Starting Discharged Vehicle Vehicle Battery Battery Jumper Cable To Ground Engine Block MAKE CERTAIN VEHICLES DO NOT TOUCH Figure 49. Jump Starting WARNING WARNING Any procedure other than the preceding could For your personal safety, use extreme care result in: when jump starting.

  • Page 45: Storage

    Regular Maintenance Storage WARNING Temporary Storage (30 Days Or Less) Never store the unit, with gasoline in engine or fuel tank, in a heated shelter or in enclosed, Remember, the fuel tank will still contain some gasoline, so poorly ventilated enclosures. Gasoline fumes never store the unit indoors or in any other area where fuel may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light vapor could travel to any ignition source.

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Chart WARNING While normal care and regular maintenance will extend To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance the life of your equipment, prolonged or constant use may on the tractor or mower only when the engine eventually require that service be performed to allow it to is stopped and the parking brake engaged.

  • Page 47: Troubleshooting The Mower

    Troubleshooting Rider Troubleshooting Continued. Problem Cause Remedy Hydraulic release valve(s) 1. Turn valve(s) clockwise to close. Engine runs, but rider will in “open” position. not drive. Belt is broken. 2. See Drive Belt Replacement. Drive belt slips. 3. See problem and cause below. Brake is not fully released.

  • Page 48: Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems

    Troubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTING COMMON CUTTING PROBLEMS PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Streaking 1. Sharpen your blades. 1. Blades are not sharp. 2. Replace your blades. 2. Blades are worn down too far. 3. Always mow at FULL throttle. 3. Engine speed is too slow. 4.

  • Page 49: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. *Actual sustained equipment horsepower will likely be lower due to operating limitations and environmental factors. ENGINE: 32 HP Briggs & Stratton** Make Briggs & Stratton Model 543777-0120-E1 25 HP Kawasaki*...

  • Page 50: Slope Identification Guide

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  • Page 51 Snapper Pro - a division of Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC. Owner's Limited Warranty Information (Effective 08/01/2007) Thank you for purchasing Snapper Pro commercial mowing equipment. Please take a few minutes to read this limited warranty information. It con- tains all the information you will need to have your Snapper Pro mower repaired in the unlikely event that a breakdown covered by this limited warranty should occur.

  • Page 52: Product Specifications

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL S200X Series Zero-Turn Riding Mower Product Specifications: Common Service Parts: ENGINE: CHASSIS: Capacity: 12 Gallons (45.4 L) Fuel Tank 25 HP Kawasaki Rear Wheels Tire Size: 24 x 12.00 -12 Make Kawasaki Inflation Pressure: 15 psi (1,03 bar) FH721V Model Front Wheels...

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