Snapper SCRAMBLER YZ18426BVE, Safety Instructions & Operator'S Manual

Page: 5 / 36

TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS........................................................................ 2-4
TABLE OF CONTENTS......................................................................................................5
SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION.......................................................................................6
SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS............................................................... 7-10
Pre-start
Checklist ........................................................................................... 7-8
Rolling Machine w/o Engine Running ................................................................7
Starting & Stopping Engine, Propelling Mower ............................................ 8-9
Starting & Stopping Mower Blades ....................................................................9
Starting & Stopping Wheel Drive ........................................................................9
Setting & Releasing Parking Brake ....................................................................9
Cutting Height Adjustment................................................................................10
Safety Interlock System Checks .......................................................................10
SECTION 3 - MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................... 11-14
Service – After First Five Hours........................................................................11
Change Engine Oil ..........................................................................................11
Check Mower Blade ........................................................................................11
Check Mower Drive Belt .................................................................................12
Check Transaxle Drive Belts..........................................................................12
Service - Every 25 Operating Hours .................................................................12
Check Engine............................................................................................. 12-13
Check Mower Components............................................................................13
Mower Blade Spindle – Lubrication ........................................................ 13-14
Mower Deck Linkage – Lubrication...............................................................14
Front Wheel Bearings - Lubrication ..............................................................14
Front Caster Wheel Pivot Shaft .....................................................................14
Parking Brake Pivot Bushings.......................................................................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 - ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIR............................................................ 16-23
Engine
Adjustments & Repair...........................................................................16
Mower Deck & Components Adjustments.......................................................16
Mower Drive Belt Adjustment ...........................................................................16
Mower Drive Belt Replacement.........................................................................16
Belt Removal & Replacement...................................................................... 16-17
Blade Brake.........................................................................................................17
Mower Deck Adjustment (Levelness - Side to Side 48” Deck) ................ 17-18
Mower Deck Adjustment (Front to Rear Pitch 48” Deck)...............................18
Mower Deck Adjustment (Side to Side, 42” & 48” Decks) .............................19
Mower Deck Adjustment (Front to Rear Pitch, 42” Decks)............................20
Mower Deck Timing Rod – (42” Decks) ...........................................................20
Wheel Brake Adjustment ...................................................................................20
Mower Blade Wear Limits..................................................................................21
Blade Sharpening ...............................................................................................21
Blade Replacement ............................................................................................21
Battery Removal, Installation, Service & Charging.........................................22
New Battery Preparation.............................................................................. 22-23
Battery Testing ...................................................................................................23
Joystick Adjustments ........................................................................................24
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................ 25-26
Maintenance/Replacement Parts ......................................................................26
SERVICE SCHEDULE ......................................................................................................27
WARRANTY......................................................................................................................28
PRIMARY MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................ 29-32
PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM.................................................................................33
5