Snapper 7100651, Operator'S Manual

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unit operation & maintenance
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IF THE GRASS CATCHER BECOMES CLOGGED
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2. Empty catcher more often.
3. Clean screen on rear cover assembly.
4. Ground speed too fast – cut at slower speed.
5. Removing too much grass – raise cutting height, cut
partial width, and cut lawn more frequently.
6. Grass is too wet from rain or dew – allow grass to dry.
7. Blades are dull or worn – inspect blades and replace as
necessary. Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement
blades.
8. Deck, blower, or hose has clipping build up – clean all
clippings from all internal surfaces.
To Clear A Plugged Hose
1.
Stop blades. Stop engine. Remove key.
2. After all rotating components (engine, blower, blades)
have come to a complete stop, loosen hose clamp at
outlet of blower, and remove hose from blower.
3. Clear any obstructions from hose. If necessary, use a
stick to reach into the hose.
4. Reinstall hose to blower and securely tighten hose
clamp.
To Clear A Plugged Blower
1.
Stop blades and blower. Stop engine. Remove key.
2. After all rotating components have come to a complete
stop, loosen the hose clamp at the outlet of the blower.
3. Remove hose from blower.
4. Using a stick or similar object, clear all obstructions
from blower.
DO NOT INSERT HAND.
5. Reinstall hose to blower and securely tighten hose
clamp.
GRASS CATCHER MAINTENANCE
Grass Catcher components are subject to wear and deteri-
oration during normal usage. Inspect all components fre-
quently for signs of wear and deterioration. Replace worn or
damaged components immediately.
BEFORE EACH USE
1.
Perform pre-start checklist and maintenance as
instructed in the SNAPPER Mid-Mount Z-Rider
Operator’s Manual and Engine Owner’s Manual includ-
ed with the machine.
2. Clamshell Catcher. Inspect all catcher components.
Replace all worn or damaged parts.
3. Deck, Blower, Hose. Clean grass build up from deck,
blower, hose, covers and rear cover screen. To maintain
peak performance make sure screen is clean at each
dumping.
4. Hose. Check hose for wear, tears and holes. Replace
as needed.
5. Blades. Check blades for sharpness, wear, flatness
and damage. Refer to MMZ Operator’s Manual for
blade wear limits and sharpening/replacement instruc-
tions.
6. Blower. Check blower impeller, blower housing and
inlet/outlets for signs of wear and deterioration. Replace
as needed. Check all fasteners and hardware to insure
none are missing and all are tightened securely.
Lubricate impeller shaft bearings with 1 to 3 shots of
General Purpose grease from a grease gun.
7. Belts. Check belts for wear and fraying. Replace as
needed.
8. Idler Arm. Check idler arm to insure it pivots freely and
bushings are not worn. Replace worn bushings as
needed.
WARNING
DO NOT put fingers or hands inside blower! STOP
blades. STOP engine. Remove key. Use only a stick, or
other suitable means, to clear the blower of clogs or
other obstructions!
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or
repairs with engine running. STOP blades. STOP
engine. Remove key.
WARNING
Grass Catcher components are subject to deteriora-
tion. Inspect frequently. Replace worn or damaged
components immediately. Use only genuine SNAPPER
replacement parts.
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