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TROUBLESHOOTING 

 

PROBLEM 

PROBABLE CAUSE  

CORRECTIVE ACTION 

Rider Will Not Move Or  1. Joystick in the neutral “N” position. 

1. Place joystick in desired speed position. 

Loss Of Traction 

2. Roll release lever is in “ROLL” position. 

2. Move roll release lever to the engaged position. 

 

3. Low transmission hydraulic oil level. 

3. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 

 

4. Parking Brake engaged. 

4. Move parking brake to disengaged position.. 

 

5. Traction drive belt requires replacement 

5. Replace traction drive belt. 

Blade(s) Not Cutting 

1. Blade engagement switch in the “OFF” position. 

1. Move blade switch to the “ON” position. 

 

2. Clutch belt slipping. 

2. Replace clutch belt. 

 

3. Mower belt slipping. 

3. Replace mower belt. 

 

4. Electric clutch not functioning. 

4. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 

Cutting Grass 

1. Uneven tire pressure. 

1. Bring to proper pressure. 

Improperly 

2. Cutting height too low or high. 

2. Adjust cutting height. 

 

3. Engine speed too slow. 

3. Move throttle control to “FAST” position. 

 

4. Forward speed too fast. 

4. Move joystick to a slower speed. 

 

5. Terraced cut, side to side. 

5. Adjust side to side level 

 

6. Excessive deck pitch, front to rear. 

6. Adjust front to rear pitch. 

 

7. Cutting blade(s) dull or damaged. 

7. Sharpen cutting edges or replace blade(s). 

 

8. Blade belt slipping. 

8. Replace blade belt. 

 

9. Check electric clutch. 

9. Adjust to proper specifications. (33” Deck Only) 

 

10. Check clutch belt. 

10. Replace clutch belt. 

Poor Grass Discharge  1. Engine speed too slow. 

1. Move throttle control to “FAST” position. 

 

2. Forward speed too fast. 

2. Move joystick to a slower speed. 

 

3. Grass is wet. 

3. Mow when grass is dry. 

 

4. Excessively worn or damaged blade(s). 

4. Service mower blade(s) 

 

5. Build up of grass clippings and debris under deck.  5. Clean deck. 

 

6. Improper blade(s) installed on deck. 

6. Install proper SNAPPER blades. 

 

7. Blade(s) installed improperly on deck. 

7. Install blades properly. 

Battery Will Not Charge  1. Poor cable connections. 

1. Clean cables and battery terminals. 

 

2. Bad battery cell(s) 

2. Replace with new battery. 

 

3. Faulty alternator. 

3. Contact engine manufacturer’s dealer. 

Oil Leaking 

1. Leaking hose fittings, clamps or reservoir. 

1. Verify fittings and hose clamps are tight. 

 
 

4.7. MAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT 

PARTS 

 

MAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT PARTS 

Engine Speed Control Cable (Briggs 14 HP) 

2-4642 

Engine Speed Control Cable (Kohler 15 HP) 

3-6506 

Engine Speed Control Cable (Kohler 18 HP) 

4-2992 

Choke Control Cable (Kohler 15 HP) 

2-4185 

Choke Control Cable (Kohler 18 HP) 

2-4185 

33” Cutter Deck Blade  

3-4168 

38” Cutter Deck Blade (2 Blades Required) 

4-2998 

42” Cutter Deck Blade (2 Blades Required) 

2-6691 

48” Cutter Deck Blade (3 Blades Required) 

2-9247 

33” Cutter Deck Belt (Electric Clutch to Cutting Deck) 

3-5389 

38” Cutter Deck Belt (Electric Clutch to Cutting Deck) 

2-9308 

42” Cutter Deck Belt (Electric Clutch to Cutting Deck) 

3-6585 

48” Cutter Deck Belt (Electric Clutch to Cutting Deck) 

4-2997 

Wheel Drive Belt (Engine to Hydro Transaxle)  

4-1823 

Wheel Drive Belt (Engine to Hydro Transaxle)  (48” Deck Only) 

4-1829 

Mower Drive Belt (Engine to Electric Clutch) 

2-9117 

Mower Drive Belt (Engine to Electric Clutch)  (48” Deck Only) 

4-6997 

Parts Manual for  Yard Cruiser Series 1 & 2 

06109 

Summary of Contents for YARD CRUISER HZS14331BVE

Page 1: ...ngine 33 33 Cutting Deck 38 38 Cutting Deck 42 42 Cutting Deck 48 48 Cutting Deck 1 Series Designation 2 Series Designation B Briggs Engine K Kohler Engine V Over Head Valve E Electric Start Thank you...

Page 2: ...ch can result in severe injury or death All slopes require extra CAUTION If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it DO NOT mow it Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachmen...

Page 3: ...0 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 OPERATION Continued From Pre...

Page 4: ...End of Each Season 13 Engine 13 Air Filter 13 Oil Filter 13 Engine Oil 13 Transaxle 13 Fuel Filter 13 SECTION 4 ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIR 14 21 Neutral Position Adjustments 14 Mower Deck Belt Adjustment...

Page 5: ...1 2 NOMENCLATURE The nomenclature drawing above Figure 1 1 shows the essential parts of the SNAPPER YARD CRUISER It is recommended that all operator s of this equipment become thoroughly familiar with...

Page 6: ...es 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 YARD CRUISER outside where fumes...

Page 7: ...engine as follows 1 Move joystick lever to N Neutral position See Figure 2 5 2 Make certain the blade switch is in the Off position See Figure 2 6 3 Make certain the parking brake is engaged See Figu...

Page 8: ...e blades in reverse STOP BLADES LOOK and SEE behind and down for children pets and hazards before and while backing 4 Move joystick carefully in the desired direction to propel the machine A small mov...

Page 9: ...to pull up on the release lever at the same time Use the release lever when moving deck cutting height to a lower cutting position 1 Grasp both handles together to disengage latch 2 Raise or lower han...

Page 10: ...t 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 instructions 8 Fill engine crankcase with new...

Page 11: ...service instructions 5 Fuel Filter Refer to engine owner s manual for service instructions 3 3 2 MOWER COMPONENTS 1 Mower Drive Belt Check belt for proper tension No adjustment required Replace belt...

Page 12: ...the rear of the front structure underneath frame cover a The pivot shaft grease fitting can be accessed through a hole at the rear of the front structure Lubricate pivot shaft with three shots of gen...

Page 13: ...oving filter Turn fuel shut off valve to the CLOSED position or perform filter change when fuel tank and fuel line are empty 1 Remove hose clamps from fuel filter 2 Remove fuel lines from filter Disca...

Page 14: ...damage are present 4 2 3 BELT REMOVAL 1 Remove foot rest 2 Remove old belt 4 2 4 BELT REPLACEMENT 1 Route new belt around electric clutch pulley See Figure 4 2 FIGURE 4 2 2 Route belt around stationa...

Page 15: ...EVELNESS Side To Side 48 Decks Before making deck leveling adjustments check the tire pressure Add or release air as needed to bring pressure to 10 PSI in front and 10 PSI in rear tires If tires are p...

Page 16: ...ointed to the front and rear of deck Measure the distance from blade tips to floor The distance should be the same or the rear 1 4 lower than the front If the rear blade tip is higher or is more than...

Page 17: ...floor See Figure 4 8 h Tighten shoulder bolt loosened in Step f i Readjust rear hanger chain pivots to align with holes in support brackets j Reconnect hanger chains remove angle iron pipe etc and rec...

Page 18: ...4 2 10 WHEEL BRAKE ADJUSTMENT Adjust the wheel brake if wheels turn when parking brake is engaged Adjust the wheel brake by turning wheel brake adjusting nut clockwise to increase braking action or c...

Page 19: ...s of excessive wear or damage NOTE FOR ALL CUTTING BLADE REPLACEMENT PARTS IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS SEE PAGE 22 WARNING Before attempting any adjustments or repairs STOP the engine remove the key remove...

Page 20: ...will bring the battery to 80 charged state 4 With cell caps removed connect battery charger to battery terminals RED to positive and BLACK to negative terminal IMPORTANT 3 16 above cell plates is the...

Page 21: ...ment switch to OFF Using Recoil Starter 2 Park brake not engaged 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 cho...

Page 22: ...l to FAST position 2 Forward speed too fast 2 Move joystick to a slower speed 3 Grass is wet 3 Mow when grass is dry 4 Excessively worn or damaged blade s 4 Service mower blade s 5 Build up of grass c...

Page 23: ...ilter Replace Engine Manual X Engine Cooling System Clean Shroud Fins Engine Manual Page 11 X Battery Check Electrolyte Page 20 X X Charge Battery Page 20 X Testing Battery Pages 20 21 X Tires Check P...

Page 24: ...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 32: ...R HYDRO DRIVE SERIES 1 2 WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm COPYRIGHT 1999 SNAPPE...

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