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Snapper S150XTKAV2048 Operator's Manual

Snapper S150XTKAV2048 Operator's Manual

S150xt series zero-turn riding mowers
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This manual is available in Spanish. For a copy, contact your Snapper Pro dealer or www.snapperpro.com.
Este manual está disponible en Español. Para obtener una copia, póngase en contacto con
BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC
5375 NORTH MAIN STREET
MUNNSVILLE, NY 13409
800 933 6175
Model
Description
5900514
S150XTKAV2048
5900508
S150XTKAV2252
5900596
S150XTKAV2652
5900564
S150XTKAV2452
5900573
S150XTB2648
5900574
S150XTB2852
5901208
S150XTKAV2448
su distribuidor Snapper Pro o www.snapperpro.com.
Operator ' s Manual
S150XT Series
Ze ro -Tu r n R i d i n g M owe r s
48" Mower Deck
52" Mower Deck
52" Mower Deck
52" Mower Deck
48" Mower Deck
52" Mower Deck
48" Mower Deck
5103012
Rev: E

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  • Page 1 S150XTKAV2448 48” Mower Deck This manual is available in Spanish. For a copy, contact your Snapper Pro dealer or www.snapperpro.com. Este manual está disponible en Español. Para obtener una copia, póngase en contacto con su distribuidor Snapper Pro o www.snapperpro.com.
  • 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Regular Maintenance ..........25 Operator Safety ............2 Maintenance Schedule .........25 Safety Rules and Information .........2 Service Air Filter ...........25 Safety Decals ............11 Engine Maintenance ..........25 Safety Interlock System ........12 Inspect Muffler & Spark Arrester ......25 Safety Alert Symbol & Signal Words ....12 Checking/Adding Fuel ...........26 Safety Icons ............13 Fuel Filter ..............26...

  • 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 Decal Locations Before operating your unit, read the safety decals. The cautions and warnings are for your safety. To avoid a personal injury or damage to the unit, understand and follow all safety decals. WARNING If any safety decals become worn or damaged, and cannot be read, order replacement decals from your local dealer.

  • Page 14: Safety Interlock System

    Operator Safety Safety Alert Symbol & Signal Words Safety Interlock System The alert symbol is used to identity safety information about hazards that can result in personal injury. A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used with the alert symbol to indicate This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches.

  • Page 15: Safety Icons

    Features & Controls Safety Icons Features & Controls 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.

  • Page 16: Features And Controls

    Features and Controls Note: The further a lever is moved away from the Choke neutral position the faster the drive wheel will turn. Close the choke for cold starting. Open the choke See the Operation section for proper steering once the engine starts. A warm engine may not instructions.

  • Page 17: Operation

    Operation Operation WARNING General Operating Safety Never operate on slopes greater than 15°. Before first time operation: Select slow ground speed before driving onto • Be sure to read all information in the Safety and a slope. Use extra caution when operating on Operation sections before attempting to operate slopes with a rear-mounted grass catcher.

  • Page 18: 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 19: Foot Pedal Adjustment

    Operation Foot Pedal Adjustment The deck lift foot pedal can be adjusted to accommodate the operator’s height for optimal comfort. To adjust pedal position: 1. Remove the foot pedal (A, Figure 4) from the pedal mount tab (B). 2. Remove the pedal mount hardware (C) and rotate the tab 180 degrees.

  • Page 20: Starting The Engine

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

  • Page 21: Zero Turn Driving Practice

    Operation Zero Turn Driving Practice Smooth Travel The lever controls of the Zero Turn rider are The lever controls of responsive, and learning to gain a smooth and the Zero Turn rider are efficient control of the rider’s forward, reverse, and responsive.
  • Page 22 Operation Practice Turning Around a Corner Practice Turning In Place While traveling forward allow one handle to gradually To turn in place, “Zero Turn,” gradually move one return back toward neutral. Repeat several times. ground speed control lever forward from neutral and one lever back from neutral simultaneously.

  • Page 23: 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 24: Mowing Methods

    Operation 3. Mow at time of day when the grass is cool and dry. Late afternoon or early evening often provide these ideal mowing conditions. 4. Avoid mowing after rain or even heavy dew, and never mulch when the grass is wet (moist grass does not mulch well, and clumps beneath the mower deck).

  • Page 25: Attaching A Trailer

    Operation Mulching Requires EXCELLENT Mowing Attaching A Trailer Conditions The maximum weight of a towed trailer should be Mulching mowers cannot function properly if the grass less than 200 lbs (91 kg). Secure the trailer with a is wet, or if the grass is simply to high to cut. Even appropriately sized clevis pin (A, Figure 13) and clip more than normal mowing, mulching requires that the (B).

  • Page 26: Storage

    Operation 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 poorly ventilated enclosures. Gasoline fumes gasoline, so never store the unit indoors or in any may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light other area where fuel vapor could travel to any...

  • Page 27: 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.

  • Page 28: 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 engine is still hot from recent operation.

  • Page 29: Lubrication

    Regular Maintenance Lubrication Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 15 through 18 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 30: Check Hydraulic Oil Level

    Regular Maintenance Check Hydraulic Oil Level Oil Type: SAE 20W-50 motor oil 1. Check the oil level when the unit is cold. The oil should be up to the “FULL COLD” mark on the transmission oil reservoirs (A, Figure 19). If the oil is below this level proceed to step 2.

  • Page 31: Servicing The Mower Blades

    Regular Maintenance Servicing the Mower Blades Removing the Mower Blades 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 32 Regular Maintenance Sharpening the Mower Blade CAUTION Thrown Objects Hazard • Always wear safety eye protection when grinding. 1. Sharpen the mower blades with grinder, hand file, or electric blade sharpener. 2. Sharpen the mower blade by removing an equal Figure 24.

  • Page 33: 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 27) and pivot the lever(s) (B) to align with each other.

  • Page 34: 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 35: Return-To-Neutral Adjustment

    Regular Maintenance Return-to-Neutral Adjustment To determine if 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 3.25”...

  • Page 36: Parking Brake Adjustment

    8. Once the measurement is achieved, check to make sure the clevis jam nut (F) is tight against the clevis (D). If not, tighten the clevis jam nut against the clevis. If this does not correct the braking problem, see your Snapper Pro dealer. www.SnapperPro.com...
  • Page 37 Regular Maintenance S/N: 2014999630 & Above: Adjusting the Cable Placement 1. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, block the front wheels, remove the ignition key and engage the parking brake. 2. Chock the wheels to prevent movement. 3. Disengage the parking brake. 4.

  • Page 38: 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 ignition key. Rear tires must be inflated to 15 psi (1.03 bar); front tires to 25 psi (1.72 bar).

  • 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.
  • 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: Transmission Drive Belt Replacement

    Regular Maintenance Transmission Drive Belt Replacement FRONT 1. Park the unit 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. 5-1/2” 2. Remove the PTO drive belt (see Mower Belt (14 cm) Replacement for removal instructions).

  • 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 freely at low charging rate and less than 0.003 change in specific gravity occurs over a three hour Checking Battery Voltage period. Jump Starting With Auxiliary (Booster) Battery WARNING Jump starting is not recommended. However, if it Keep open flames and sparks away from the must be done, follow these directions.
  • 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 42. 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: Troubleshooting

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

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting The Mower

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

  • Page 47: Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems Problem Cause Remedy Streaking Blades are not sharp. Sharpen your blades. Blades are worn down too far. Replace your blades. Engine speed is too slow. Always mow at FULL throttle. Ground speed is too fast. Slow down.

  • Page 48: Specifications

    Specifications test standard. The gross power curves and more information can be Specifications viewed at www.kawasaki-criticalpower.com. NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and *Power Ratings: The gross power rating for individual gas engine are subject to change without notice. models is labeled in accordance with SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) code J1940 (Small Engine Power &...
  • Page 49 Notes...
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  • Page 51 Snapper Pro dealer during the warranty period. Snapper Pro' obligation under this limited warranty is, at Snapper Pro' option, to repair or replace any part or parts of the mower, which, in the judgment of Snapper Pro, are found to be defective and covered by this limited warranty.
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