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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 

 

PREPARATION 

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7.  Keep people and pets out of mowing area. 

Immediately STOP blades, STOP engine, and 
STOP machine if anyone enters the area. 

8. Check shields, deflectors, switches, blade 

controls and other safety devices frequently for 
proper operation and location.  

9.  Make sure all safety decals are clearly legible. 

Replace if damaged.  

10. Protect yourself when mowing and wear safety 

glasses, long pants and substantial footwear. 

11. Know how to STOP blades and engine quickly 

in preparation for emergencies.  

12. Use extra care when loading or unloading the 

machine into a trailer or truck.  

13. Check grass catcher components frequently for 

signs of wear or deterioration and replace as 
needed to prevent injury from thrown objects 
going through weak or worn spots.  

 

SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE 

To avoid personal injury or property damage, use 
extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is 
extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive 
1.  Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and 

other sources of ignition. 

2.  Use only an approved fuel container. 
3.  DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with the 

engine running. Allow the engine to cool before 
refueling. 

4.  DO NOT refuel the machine indoors. 
5.  DO NOT store the machine or fuel container 

inside where there is an open flame, spark or 
pilot light such as on a water heater or other 
appliances. 

6.  DO NOT fill fuel containers inside a vehicle or 

on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. 
Always place the containers on the ground 
away from the vehicle before filling. 

7. Remove gas-powered equipment from the 

vehicle or trailer and refuel it on the ground.  If 
this is not possible, then refuel equipment 
using a portable container, rather than a 
gasoline dispenser nozzle. 

8. DO NOT start gas powered equipment in 

enclosed vehicles or trailers. 

9.  Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the 

fuel tank or container opening at all times until 
fueling is complete. DO NOT use a nozzle lock-
open device 

10. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing 

immediately. 

11. Never overfill a fuel tank. Replace fuel cap and 

tighten securely. 

 
 
 

 

OPERATION  

1.  Mount and dismount machine from left side.  
2.  Start engine from operator's seat, if possible. 

Make sure blades are OFF and parking brake is 
set.  

3.  DO NOT leave machine with engine running. 

STOP engine, STOP blades, SET brake, and 
Remove key before leaving operators position 
of any reason. 

4. DO NOT operate machine unless properly 

seated with feet on feet rests or pedal(s). 

5.  STOP BLADES and ENGINE and make sure 

blades have stopped before removing grass 
catcher or unclogging mower to prevent loss of 
fingers or hand.  

6.  Blades must be OFF except when cutting grass. 

Set blades in highest position when mowing 
over rough ground.  

7.  Keep hands and feet away from rotating blades 

underneath deck. DO NOT place foot on ground 
while BLADES are ON or machine is in motion.  

8.  DO NOT operate machine without entire grass 

catcher or guards in place. DO NOT point 
discharge at people, passing cars, windows or 
doors.  

9.  Slow down before turning.  
10. Watch out for traffic when near or crossing 

roadways. 

11. STOP engine immediately after striking an 

obstruction. Inspect machine and repair 
damage before resuming operation.  

12. Operate machine only in daylight or with good 

artificial light.  

13. 

Move joystick (if equipped) SLOWLY to 
maintain control during speed and directional 
changes.  

14. Exercise CAUTION when pulling loads. Limit 

loads to those you can safely control and attach 
loads to hitch plate as specified with SNAPPER 
attachment instructions. 

15. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment 

may cause loss of traction and loss of control. 
When towing, travel slowly and allow extra 
distance to stop. 

16.  DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas. 

Engine exhaust gases contain carbon 
monoxide, a deadly poison.  

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Summary of Contents for SCRAMBLER YZ16335BVE

Page 1: ...38 Cutting Deck 5 Series Designation B Briggs Engine V Over Head Valve E Electric Start Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product Before operating your SCRAMBLER read this manual carefully and pay partic...

Page 2: ...ll Use a slow speed and avoid sudden or sharp turns 3 DO NOT operate machine back and forth across face of slopes Operate up and down Practice on slopes with blades off 4 AVOID starting stopping or tu...

Page 3: ...osed vehicles or trailers 9 Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete DO NOT use a nozzle lock open device 10 If fuel is spil...

Page 4: ...ses contain carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly poison 7 Disconnect negative black cable from battery before performing maintenance or service Cranking engine could cause injury 8 DO NOT work under...

Page 5: ...rication 14 Parking Brake Pivot Bushings Lubrication 14 Service Annually 15 Engine 15 Air Filter 15 Oil Filter 15 Engine Oil 15 Transaxle 15 Fuel Filter 15 Storage Out of Season 15 SECTION 4 ADJUSTMEN...

Page 6: ...ts of the SNAPPER SCRAMBLER It is recommended that all operators of this equipment become thoroughly familiar with the controls components and operation of this machine before operating Specific detai...

Page 7: ...ior surfaces of cutting deck and engine of any accumulation of dirt grass oil etc Keep engine air intake screen and cooling fins clear at all times 2 1 6 Add fuel to tank of the SCRAMBLER outside wher...

Page 8: ...g Brake is engaged and the Blade Switch is in the Off position The operator should be in the seat Start engine as follows 1 Move joystick lever to N Neutral position See Figure 2 5 2 Make certain the...

Page 9: ...machine on slopes 2 3 2 WHEEL DRIVE 1 Stop motion of riding mower by moving joystick to neutral N position See Figure 2 8 2 3 3 MOWER BLADE 1 Push the blade switch in to OFF position to disengage or...

Page 10: ...te machine if any safety interlock or safety device is not in place and functioning properly DO NOT attempt to defeat modify or remove any safety device ENGINE MUST NOT START IF 1 Park Brake not in en...

Page 11: ...clockwise to close Wipe up any oil that may have spilled Dispose of drained oil properly See Figure 3 1 7 Change oil filter at every oil change Refer to your engine owner s manual for service instruct...

Page 12: ...Checking Transaxle Belt Tension The transaxle drive belts require no adjustment If belts are frayed slit severed or belt strands exposed replace belt before operating mower 3 3 SERVICE EVERY 25 OPERA...

Page 13: ...ned off Refer to Section Blade Brake Adjustment 2 Mower Drive Belt Check belt for proper tension No adjustment required Replace belt as needed 3 Mower Blade Check blade for sharpness wear damage and t...

Page 14: ...to be removed to lubricate the pivot shaft The access hole is at the rear of the front structure underneath the footrest a The pivot shaft grease fitting can be accessed through a hole at the rear of...

Page 15: ...or service 3 4 6 Fuel Filter Service fuel filter as instructed below Close fuel valve in fuel line Run engine until engine runs out of fuel Turn key to OFF position Engine MUST be stopped and MUST be...

Page 16: ...ower tracks to the right loosen bottom nut first on the right cable Turn top nut clockwise in a 1 8 increment then retighten lower nut to secure cable Check tracking of mower Repeat this adjustment if...

Page 17: ...s needed Refer to Section BELT REPLACEMENT Belt routing shown on this page See Figure 4 2 FIGURE 4 2 4 3 2 MOWER DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT Inspect mower drive belt Replace belt if signs of excessive wear...

Page 18: ...ake that should stop blade rotation in 5 seconds or less after being turned off If blades continue to rotate longer than 5 seconds adjustment or replacement is required When properly adjusted a 010 to...

Page 19: ...blade tips and deck are different and there is more than 1 16 difference between blade tip measurements adjust blade as follows a Loosen jam nuts on the ends of blade bar b Adjust jack screws IN or O...

Page 20: ...ece of angle iron pipe or similar object under center of deck at the rear 4 Remove rear hanger chains and allow center rear of deck to rest on angle iron 5 Measure the distance from blade tips to floo...

Page 21: ...n 4 Repeat steps a through c until proper levelness is obtained FIGURE 4 11 Front to Rear Deck Pitch 38 Decks With the SCRAMBLER on a smooth level surface rotate blades until blade tips are at front a...

Page 22: ...s of excessive wear or damage See Figure 4 15 FIGURE 4 15 4 4 2 BLADE SHARPENING 1 Close vent in fuel cap and make sure cap is tight Close fuel valve in fuel line Start engine and allow it to run unti...

Page 23: ...4 5 3 BATTERY SERVICE 1 Remove battery Refer to Section BATTERY REMOVAL 2 Place battery in a well ventilated area on a level surface 3 Using distilled water refill cells as required to cover cell plat...

Page 24: ...to 80 charged state 4 With cell caps removed connect battery charger to battery terminals RED to positive and BLACK to negative terminal WARNING DO NOT OVERFILL DO NOT attempt to charge battery while...

Page 25: ...gaged 2 Engage park brake 3 Fuel tank empty or fuel shut off valve closed 3 Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel open fuel valve 4 Engine needs choking 4 Move choke control to CHOKE position 5 Blown Fuse 5...

Page 26: ...sure 1 Bring to proper pressure Improperly 2 Cutting height too low or high 2 Adjust cutting height 3 Engine speed too slow 3 Move engine speed control to FAST position 4 Forward speed too fast 4 Move...

Page 27: ...7 X X Drive Belts Check For Wear And Tension Page 17 18 X X X Mower Blades Check For Wear Damage Replacement Pages 22 23 X Mower Deck Clean Debris Accumulation Page 13 X Mower Deck Clean Outside and U...

Page 28: ...ginal purchase date SNAPPER will not be responsible for any installation cost incurred The battery warranty only covers original equipment batteries and does not cover damage to the battery or machine...

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Page 33: ...one Number____________________________________________________ It is very important that you register your purchase with Snapper to ensure warranty coverage Please mail your product registration card...

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Page 37: ...any questions about your Snapper product contact your local authorized Snapper dealer or contact Snapper Customer Service at Snapper McDonough GA 30253 Phone 1 800 935 2967 COPYRIGHT 2003 SNAPPER PROD...

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