Snapper EZF2100DKU, EZF2300GKU, EZF520, Safety Instructions & Operator'S Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................2-3
TABLE OF CONTENTS............................................................................. 4
SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION .............................................................. 5
SYMBOLS ...........................................................................................................6-8
SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .......................................9-13
Pre-start Checklist .................................................................................................9
Starting & Stopping Engine, Blades & Parking Brake .....................................10-12
Starting & Stopping Mower Blades .......................................................................11
Parking Brake .......................................................................................................12
Cutting Height Adjusting .......................................................................................12
Driving & Stopping Machine .................................................................................13
SECTION 3 - MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ...............................14-18
Change Engine Oil................................................................................................14
Check Mower Blade .............................................................................................14
Check Mower Drive Belt .......................................................................................15
Check Belt Tension ..............................................................................................15
Service – After every 25 Hours (Engine) ..............................................................15
Service – After every 25 Hours (Mower Components) .........................................15
Mower Blade Spindle Lubrication ......................................................................15
Mower Deck Linkage Lubrication ......................................................................15
Front Wheel Bearings Lubrication.....................................................................16
Transaxle Lubrication ........................................................................................16
Power Transfer Shaft Lubrication......................................................................16
Other Lubrication...............................................................................................16
Before Operating Mower ......................................................................................16
Annually - End of Season Service ...................................................................16-17
Fuel Filter Replacement .......................................................................................17
Deck Removal .................................................................................................17-18
Power Transfer Shaft Removal ............................................................................18
SECTION 4 - ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIR ....................................19-25
Neutral Position Adjustments ...............................................................................19
Mower Deck Adjustment (Levelness)..............................................................19-20
Parking Brake Adjustment....................................................................................20
Engine Adjustments & Repair...............................................................................20
Mower Blade Replacement .............................................................................20-21
Blade Sharpening .................................................................................................21
Mower Drive Belt, Engine Belt & Hydro Pump Belt Removal & Replacement .....22
Battery Removal ...................................................................................................23
Battery Installation ................................................................................................23
Battery Service & Charging .............................................................................23-24
Battery Testing......................................................................................................24
New Battery Preparation.......................................................................................24
Mower Spindles (Field Serviceable Spindles) Bearing Replacement...................25
TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................26-27
SERVICE SCHEDULE............................................................................. 28
Maintenance/Replacement Parts .........................................................................28
WARRANTY ............................................................................................ 29
IMPORTANT
NOTICE: Operator Protective Structures are available as optional kits for the Mid-Mount and Out-Front Z-Rider machines. These
structures, when installed and used properly can offer additional security to the operator against serious injury in the event of a tip over
accident. Operator Protective Structures may be required by local ordinances. Discuss your mowing application and ordinances with
your local Snapper Dealer.
IMPORTANT: DIESEL AND GAS UNITS LOOK VERY SIMILIAR. DO NOT PUT GAS IN DIESEL MACHINE OR DIESEL IN GAS
MACHINE. ENGINE DAMAGE MAY RESULT.