Snapper Yard Cruiser HZS15423KVE Safety Instructions & Operator'S Manual Download

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Page 1: ...ls 42 42 Cutting Deck 3 Series Designation B Briggs Engine V Over Head Valve 48 48 Cutting Deck K Kohler Engine E Electric Start Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product Before operating your YARD CRUISER read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on Pages 2 3 Remember that all power equipment can be dangerous if used improperly Also keep in mind tha...

Page 2: ... DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 15 degrees 27 grade 2 Exercise EXTREME CAUTION on slopes above 10 degrees 18 grade Turn blades OFF when traveling uphill 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 uphill starts If machine stops going uphill or tires lose tra...

Page 3: ...irectional changes OPERATION Continued From Previous Column 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 DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide a deadly poison MAINTENANCE 1 DO NOT store machine or fuel container inside where fumes...

Page 4: ...Service Annually 13 Engine 13 Air Filter 13 Oil Filter 13 Engine Oil 13 Transaxle 13 Fuel Filter 13 Storage Out of Season 13 SECTION 4 ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIR 14 21 Engine Adjustments Repair 14 Mower Deck Components Adjustments 14 Mower Drive Belt Adjustment 14 Mower Drive Belt Replacement 14 Belt Removal Replacement 14 15 Blade Brake 15 Mower Deck Adjustment Levelness Side to Side 48 Deck 15 16 Mo...

Page 5: ...RUCTIONS on Pages 2 and 3 of this manual and All SAFETY messages on the YARD CRUISER and its attachments before operating SNAPPER recommends returning the YARD CRUISER to an authorized SNAPPER dealer annually for inspection and addition of any new devices which might upgrade the safety of the mower 1 2 NOMENCLATURE The nomenclature drawing above Figure 1 1 shows the essential parts of the SNAPPER ...

Page 6: ...g Turn fuel shut off valve to the OPEN position See Figure 2 3 Refer to engine owner s manual for fuel specifications OFF VALVE _iiiiiiii _ ii_ i _i_ _iiiii_i _iiiiiiiiiiii_i_ii_i_iiii ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK LEFTSIDE _ LEVEL 2 1 4 Check Blade switch to insure it works freely Switch is pulled OUT into the ON position for blade engagement or pushed back IN into the OFF position for blade disengagement ...

Page 7: ...er and will not start unless the Parking 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 blade switch is in the Off position See Figure 2 6 3 Make certain the parking brake is engaged See Figure 2 5 4 Open vent on fuel filler cap by turning countercl...

Page 8: ...iiii iiiiOPERATOR Siiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiPOSITION iiiiii FIGURE 2 8 WARNING I DO NOT leave the machine with the engine running I STOP engine STOP blades Engage parking brake I Remove key DO NOT park machine on slopes I 2 3 2 WHEEL DRIVE 1 Stop motion of riding mower by moving joystick to neutral N 0 position See Figure 2 8 2 3 3 MOWER BLADE 1 Push the blade switch in to OFF position to dis...

Page 9: ...it is not necessary 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 handles to desired height 3 Release lower handle to engage latch See Figure 2 9 CONNECTING BAR OMITTED IN THIS VIEW FOR CLARITY F DECK LIFT DECK LIFT HANDLE SHOWN IN HIGHEST NOTCH REL...

Page 10: ...he CLOSED position Start engine and allow it to run until engine runs out of fuel Close vent on fuel filler cap See Figure 2 3 2 Engage parking brake 3 Turn key to OFF position and remove key from ignition switch lj WARNING I Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working I around cutting blades Blades are extremely sharp and I can cause severe injury I 4 Carefully stand YARD CRUISER on rear b...

Page 11: ...e owner s manual for filter specifications 4 Air Filter Refer to engine owner s manual for 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 as needed 2 Mower Blade Check blade for sharpness wear damage and torque See the section on Mower Blade Replac...

Page 12: ...The front frame cover will not have to be removed to lubricate the pivot shaft The access hole is at 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 general purpose grease from grease gun See Figure 3 6 FRONT HOLE SHAFTS RONT Ii FIGURE 3 6 3 Parking Br...

Page 13: ...re removing 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 Discard filter 3 Install new fuel filter Reinstall hose clamps See Figure 3 8 3 5 STORAGE OUT OF SEASON If desired the YARD CRUISER can be stored on the rear bumper Perform the following procedures t...

Page 14: ...PULLEY iiiiiiiiiiiiiX iiiiiiii iilii iiiiiii NARy ELEC PULL 42 DECKS 4 2 1 MOWER DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT SPINDLE The 42 and 48 mower deck drive belts do not require any adjustment If the belt does not drive blade properly replace belt as needed See Section Belt Replacement Belt routing shown on this page See Figure 4 1 STATIONARY 4 2 2 MOWER DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT IDLER PULLEY Inspect mower drive be...

Page 15: ...is pushed in to the OFF position When the blade switch is in the OFF position the cutting blade s are disengaged The electric clutch is non adjustable The blade s should stop rotation in 5 seconds or less If the electric clutch fails to stop the blade s rotation in 5 seconds contact an authorized SNAPPER dealer to repair or replace I Blades must stop rotating in 5 seconds or less after I blades ha...

Page 16: ... 4 2 8 MOWER DECK TIMING ROD 48 DECKS The mower deck timing rod is preadjusted at the factory It is set to maintain the deck in the same attitude through all heights of cut If the timing rod requires adjustment contact an authorized SNAPPER dealer for service LIFT ARM FIGURE 4 5 4 2 7 MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT LEVELNESS Front to Rear Deck Pitch 48 Deck Before making deck leveling adjustments check the...

Page 17: ... piece of angle iron pipe or similar object under center of deck at the rear d Remove rear hanger chains and allow center rear of deck to rest on ang e iron e Measure the distance from blade tips to floor If the measurement is within 1 8 from side to side the deck levelness is satisfactory If the difference from side to side is greater than 1 8 continue to the Step f for adjustment See Figure 4 6 ...

Page 18: ...rn each hanger pivot the same number of rotations on the eye bolt to raise or lower the rear of the deck See Figure 4 8 c Reinstall rear hanger chains and measure blade tips again d Repeat steps a through c until proper levelness is obtained f f _ _ _ _ _ROTATE HANGER PIVOT UP TO RAISE DECK OR _ DOWN TO LOWER DECK FIGURE 4 8 4 2 10 MOWER DECK TIMING ROD 42 DECKS The mower deck timing rod is preadj...

Page 19: ... See Figure 2 3 2 Remove key from ignition switch 3 Remove spark plug wire s and secure away from spark plug s 4 Carefully stand YARD CRUISER on rear bumper 5 Remove blade s See Figure4 12 6 Inspect condition of blade See Figure 4 11 7 If blade is in good condition sharpen at 22 to 28 degrees DO NOT sharpen beyond existing cutting edge See Figure 4 13 8 Check blade balance after sharpening If nece...

Page 20: ...lectrolyte acid is a highly corrosive liquid Wear eye protection Wash affected areas immediately after having eye or skin contact with electrolyte acid Battery acid is corrosive Rinse empty acid containers with water and mutilate before discarding If acid is spilled on battery bench or clothing etc Flush with clear water and neutralize with baking soda DO NOT attempt to charge battery while instal...

Page 21: ...tive terminal on battery using bolt and nut Apply a small amount of grease over terminals to prevent corrosion Shield the positive terminal with terminal located on battery harness This prevents from touching the positive terminal which cause sparks 4 4 6 BATTERY TESTING There are two types of battery tests Unloaded and Loaded The unloaded test is the procedure that will be discussed It s the simp...

Page 22: ...arts removing all old contaminated grease 6 Install new bottom bearing first NOTE The bearing is sealed shielded on one side only The bottom bearing must be installed with the sealed shielded side DOWN 7 Insert spindle shaft up through the bottom bearing Slide spacer down over spindle shaft 8 Install new top bearing Install the top bearing with the seal shield UP 9 Slide circular retaining ring do...

Page 23: ...ling screen 1 Throttle control set too FAST 1 Damaged out of balance or bent mower blades 2 Loose blade components 3 Loose or missing airlift if equipped 4 Lumpy or flayed belt 5 Bent Idler stationary or spindle pulley CORRECTIVE ACTION 1 Service battery 2 Replace fuse 3 Clean and check connections for good contact 4 Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer 5 Move blade engagement switch to OFF 6 Engage ...

Page 24: ...ric clutch 9 Adjust to proper specifications 33 Deck Only 10 Check clutch belt 10 Replace clutch belt 1 Engine speed too slow 1 Move engine speed control to FAST position 2 Forward speed too fast 2 Move joystick to a slower speed 3 Grass is wet 3 4 Excessively worn or damaged blade s 4 5 Build up of grass clippings and debris under deck 5 6 Improper blade s installed on deck 6 7 Blade s installed ...

Page 25: ...Engine Manual X Engine Cooling Clean Shroud Fins Engine Manual System Page 11 Battery Check Electrolyte Page 20 Charge Battery Page 20 X X Testing Battery Pages 20 21 Tires Check Pressures Page 6 X Drive Belts Check For Wear And Page 14 15 Tension Mower Blades Check For Wear Damage Page 19 X Replacement Mower Deck Clean Debris Page 11 X Accumulation Mower Deck Clean Outside and Page 11 X Underside...

Page 26: ...nal 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 caused by neglect or abuse destruction by fire explosion freezing overcharging improper maintenance or use of improper electrolyte There is no other express warranty DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY Implied warr...

Page 27: ...and components n In their products in order to 4 provide long satisfactory _ Y service However proper care is essential In prolonging engine life Dirt Is your engine s enemy number 11 The engine on your Snapper product spends Its entire life operating close to the ground at high speed creating a virtual storm of dust and dlrtl 28 ...

Page 28: ...ower loss 3 result in hard starting 4 create smoke from fuel 5 produce carbon build up Internally 6 foul spark plug electrodes walls 8 burn valves 9 wear out the engine pre q maturely 10 COST YOU MONEY Damage caused by a poorly serviced air cleaner I not covered under the engine warranties So save yourself unnecessary expenses and undue aggravation by keeping the air cleaner properly serviced at t...

Page 29: ...ng and _ resulting engine damages such as 1 distorted valve guides valves t o 3 scuffed power 6 complete failure of engine Dirt can also be Introduced Into an engine In dirty fuel from a contaminated container Always use clean fresh fuel from a clean container to guard against dirt sludge and water amlnatlon down in storage and forms _ounds which pass ages Never use fuel more months old Drain tank...

Page 30: ... Engine Oil To full level 4 cycle Properly mixed with gas 2 cycle 2 Air Cleaner Clean and properly serviced Full fresh clean gasoline 3 Fuel Tank Fuel valve open Cap vent open Inline filter clean 4 Choke Operating properly 5 Primer on Used properly some engines 6 Safety Inter In proper position lock Switches All wires propedy connected 7 Switch Switch On Blade Control Blade control properly positi...

Page 31: ...SERVICE NOTES 32 ...

Page 32: ...ve 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 WARNING BATTERY POSTS TERMINALS AND RELATED ACCESSORIES CONTAIN LEAD AND LEAD COMPOUNDS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER AND BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING WARNIN...

Page 33: ...ls 42 42 Cutting Deck 3 Series Designation B Briggs Engine V Over Head Valve 48 48 Cutting Deck K Kohler Engine E Electric Start Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product Before operating your YARD CRUISER read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on Pages 2 3 Remember that all power equipment can be dangerous if used improperly Also keep in mind tha...

Page 34: ... DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 15 degrees 27 grade 2 Exercise EXTREME CAUTION on slopes above 10 degrees 18 grade Turn blades OFF when traveling uphill 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 uphill starts If machine stops going uphill or tires lose tra...

Page 35: ...irectional changes OPERATION Continued From Previous Column 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 DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide a deadly poison MAINTENANCE 1 DO NOT store machine or fuel container inside where fumes...

Page 36: ...Service Annually 13 Engine 13 Air Filter 13 Oil Filter 13 Engine Oil 13 Transaxle 13 Fuel Filter 13 Storage Out of Season 13 SECTION 4 ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIR 14 21 Engine Adjustments Repair 14 Mower Deck Components Adjustments 14 Mower Drive Belt Adjustment 14 Mower Drive Belt Replacement 14 Belt Removal Replacement 14 15 Blade Brake 15 Mower Deck Adjustment Levelness Side to Side 48 Deck 15 16 Mo...

Page 37: ...RUCTIONS on Pages 2 and 3 of this manual and All SAFETY messages on the YARD CRUISER and its attachments before operating SNAPPER recommends returning the YARD CRUISER to an authorized SNAPPER dealer annually for inspection and addition of any new devices which might upgrade the safety of the mower 1 2 NOMENCLATURE The nomenclature drawing above Figure 1 1 shows the essential parts of the SNAPPER ...

Page 38: ...g Turn fuel shut off valve to the OPEN position See Figure 2 3 Refer to engine owner s manual for fuel specifications OFF VALVE _iiiiiiii _ ii_ i _i_ _iiiii_i _iiiiiiiiiiii_i_ii_i_iiii ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK LEFTSIDE _ LEVEL 2 1 4 Check Blade switch to insure it works freely Switch is pulled OUT into the ON position for blade engagement or pushed back IN into the OFF position for blade disengagement ...

Page 39: ...er and will not start unless the Parking 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 blade switch is in the Off position See Figure 2 6 3 Make certain the parking brake is engaged See Figure 2 5 4 Open vent on fuel filler cap by turning countercl...

Page 40: ...iiii iiiiOPERATOR Siiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiPOSITION iiiiii FIGURE 2 8 WARNING I DO NOT leave the machine with the engine running I STOP engine STOP blades Engage parking brake I Remove key DO NOT park machine on slopes I 2 3 2 WHEEL DRIVE 1 Stop motion of riding mower by moving joystick to neutral N 0 position See Figure 2 8 2 3 3 MOWER BLADE 1 Push the blade switch in to OFF position to dis...

Page 41: ...it is not necessary 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 handles to desired height 3 Release lower handle to engage latch See Figure 2 9 CONNECTING BAR OMITTED IN THIS VIEW FOR CLARITY F DECK LIFT DECK LIFT HANDLE SHOWN IN HIGHEST NOTCH REL...

Page 42: ...he CLOSED position Start engine and allow it to run until engine runs out of fuel Close vent on fuel filler cap See Figure 2 3 2 Engage parking brake 3 Turn key to OFF position and remove key from ignition switch lj WARNING I Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working I around cutting blades Blades are extremely sharp and I can cause severe injury I 4 Carefully stand YARD CRUISER on rear b...

Page 43: ...e owner s manual for filter specifications 4 Air Filter Refer to engine owner s manual for 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 as needed 2 Mower Blade Check blade for sharpness wear damage and torque See the section on Mower Blade Replac...

Page 44: ...The front frame cover will not have to be removed to lubricate the pivot shaft The access hole is at 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 general purpose grease from grease gun See Figure 3 6 FRONT HOLE SHAFTS RONT Ii FIGURE 3 6 3 Parking Br...

Page 45: ...re removing 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 Discard filter 3 Install new fuel filter Reinstall hose clamps See Figure 3 8 3 5 STORAGE OUT OF SEASON If desired the YARD CRUISER can be stored on the rear bumper Perform the following procedures t...

Page 46: ...PULLEY iiiiiiiiiiiiiX iiiiiiii iilii iiiiiii NARy ELEC PULL 42 DECKS 4 2 1 MOWER DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT SPINDLE The 42 and 48 mower deck drive belts do not require any adjustment If the belt does not drive blade properly replace belt as needed See Section Belt Replacement Belt routing shown on this page See Figure 4 1 STATIONARY 4 2 2 MOWER DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT IDLER PULLEY Inspect mower drive be...

Page 47: ...is pushed in to the OFF position When the blade switch is in the OFF position the cutting blade s are disengaged The electric clutch is non adjustable The blade s should stop rotation in 5 seconds or less If the electric clutch fails to stop the blade s rotation in 5 seconds contact an authorized SNAPPER dealer to repair or replace I Blades must stop rotating in 5 seconds or less after I blades ha...

Page 48: ... 4 2 8 MOWER DECK TIMING ROD 48 DECKS The mower deck timing rod is preadjusted at the factory It is set to maintain the deck in the same attitude through all heights of cut If the timing rod requires adjustment contact an authorized SNAPPER dealer for service LIFT ARM FIGURE 4 5 4 2 7 MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT LEVELNESS Front to Rear Deck Pitch 48 Deck Before making deck leveling adjustments check the...

Page 49: ... piece of angle iron pipe or similar object under center of deck at the rear d Remove rear hanger chains and allow center rear of deck to rest on ang e iron e Measure the distance from blade tips to floor If the measurement is within 1 8 from side to side the deck levelness is satisfactory If the difference from side to side is greater than 1 8 continue to the Step f for adjustment See Figure 4 6 ...

Page 50: ...rn each hanger pivot the same number of rotations on the eye bolt to raise or lower the rear of the deck See Figure 4 8 c Reinstall rear hanger chains and measure blade tips again d Repeat steps a through c until proper levelness is obtained f f _ _ _ _ _ROTATE HANGER PIVOT UP TO RAISE DECK OR _ DOWN TO LOWER DECK FIGURE 4 8 4 2 10 MOWER DECK TIMING ROD 42 DECKS The mower deck timing rod is preadj...

Page 51: ... See Figure 2 3 2 Remove key from ignition switch 3 Remove spark plug wire s and secure away from spark plug s 4 Carefully stand YARD CRUISER on rear bumper 5 Remove blade s See Figure4 12 6 Inspect condition of blade See Figure 4 11 7 If blade is in good condition sharpen at 22 to 28 degrees DO NOT sharpen beyond existing cutting edge See Figure 4 13 8 Check blade balance after sharpening If nece...

Page 52: ...lectrolyte acid is a highly corrosive liquid Wear eye protection Wash affected areas immediately after having eye or skin contact with electrolyte acid Battery acid is corrosive Rinse empty acid containers with water and mutilate before discarding If acid is spilled on battery bench or clothing etc Flush with clear water and neutralize with baking soda DO NOT attempt to charge battery while instal...

Page 53: ...tive terminal on battery using bolt and nut Apply a small amount of grease over terminals to prevent corrosion Shield the positive terminal with terminal located on battery harness This prevents from touching the positive terminal which cause sparks 4 4 6 BATTERY TESTING There are two types of battery tests Unloaded and Loaded The unloaded test is the procedure that will be discussed It s the simp...

Page 54: ...arts removing all old contaminated grease 6 Install new bottom bearing first NOTE The bearing is sealed shielded on one side only The bottom bearing must be installed with the sealed shielded side DOWN 7 Insert spindle shaft up through the bottom bearing Slide spacer down over spindle shaft 8 Install new top bearing Install the top bearing with the seal shield UP 9 Slide circular retaining ring do...

Page 55: ...ling screen 1 Throttle control set too FAST 1 Damaged out of balance or bent mower blades 2 Loose blade components 3 Loose or missing airlift if equipped 4 Lumpy or flayed belt 5 Bent Idler stationary or spindle pulley CORRECTIVE ACTION 1 Service battery 2 Replace fuse 3 Clean and check connections for good contact 4 Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer 5 Move blade engagement switch to OFF 6 Engage ...

Page 56: ...ric clutch 9 Adjust to proper specifications 33 Deck Only 10 Check clutch belt 10 Replace clutch belt 1 Engine speed too slow 1 Move engine speed control to FAST position 2 Forward speed too fast 2 Move joystick to a slower speed 3 Grass is wet 3 4 Excessively worn or damaged blade s 4 5 Build up of grass clippings and debris under deck 5 6 Improper blade s installed on deck 6 7 Blade s installed ...

Page 57: ...Engine Manual X Engine Cooling Clean Shroud Fins Engine Manual System Page 11 Battery Check Electrolyte Page 20 Charge Battery Page 20 X X Testing Battery Pages 20 21 Tires Check Pressures Page 6 X Drive Belts Check For Wear And Page 14 15 Tension Mower Blades Check For Wear Damage Page 19 X Replacement Mower Deck Clean Debris Page 11 X Accumulation Mower Deck Clean Outside and Page 11 X Underside...

Page 58: ...nal 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 caused by neglect or abuse destruction by fire explosion freezing overcharging improper maintenance or use of improper electrolyte There is no other express warranty DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY Implied warr...

Page 59: ...and components n In their products in order to 4 provide long satisfactory _ Y service However proper care is essential In prolonging engine life Dirt Is your engine s enemy number 11 The engine on your Snapper product spends Its entire life operating close to the ground at high speed creating a virtual storm of dust and dlrtl 28 ...

Page 60: ...ower loss 3 result in hard starting 4 create smoke from fuel 5 produce carbon build up Internally 6 foul spark plug electrodes walls 8 burn valves 9 wear out the engine pre q maturely 10 COST YOU MONEY Damage caused by a poorly serviced air cleaner I not covered under the engine warranties So save yourself unnecessary expenses and undue aggravation by keeping the air cleaner properly serviced at t...

Page 61: ...ng and _ resulting engine damages such as 1 distorted valve guides valves t o 3 scuffed power 6 complete failure of engine Dirt can also be Introduced Into an engine In dirty fuel from a contaminated container Always use clean fresh fuel from a clean container to guard against dirt sludge and water amlnatlon down in storage and forms _ounds which pass ages Never use fuel more months old Drain tank...

Page 62: ... Engine Oil To full level 4 cycle Properly mixed with gas 2 cycle 2 Air Cleaner Clean and properly serviced Full fresh clean gasoline 3 Fuel Tank Fuel valve open Cap vent open Inline filter clean 4 Choke Operating properly 5 Primer on Used properly some engines 6 Safety Inter In proper position lock Switches All wires propedy connected 7 Switch Switch On Blade Control Blade control properly positi...

Page 63: ...SERVICE NOTES 32 ...

Page 64: ...ve 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 WARNING BATTERY POSTS TERMINALS AND RELATED ACCESSORIES CONTAIN LEAD AND LEAD COMPOUNDS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER AND BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING WARNIN...

Page 65: ...ls 42 42 Cutting Deck 3 Series Designation B Briggs Engine V Over Head Valve 48 48 Cutting Deck K Kohler Engine E Electric Start Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product Before operating your YARD CRUISER read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on Pages 2 3 Remember that all power equipment can be dangerous if used improperly Also keep in mind tha...

Page 66: ... DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 15 degrees 27 grade 2 Exercise EXTREME CAUTION on slopes above 10 degrees 18 grade Turn blades OFF when traveling uphill 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 uphill starts If machine stops going uphill or tires lose tra...

Page 67: ...irectional changes OPERATION Continued From Previous Column 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 DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide a deadly poison MAINTENANCE 1 DO NOT store machine or fuel container inside where fumes...

Page 68: ...Service Annually 13 Engine 13 Air Filter 13 Oil Filter 13 Engine Oil 13 Transaxle 13 Fuel Filter 13 Storage Out of Season 13 SECTION 4 ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIR 14 21 Engine Adjustments Repair 14 Mower Deck Components Adjustments 14 Mower Drive Belt Adjustment 14 Mower Drive Belt Replacement 14 Belt Removal Replacement 14 15 Blade Brake 15 Mower Deck Adjustment Levelness Side to Side 48 Deck 15 16 Mo...

Page 69: ...RUCTIONS on Pages 2 and 3 of this manual and All SAFETY messages on the YARD CRUISER and its attachments before operating SNAPPER recommends returning the YARD CRUISER to an authorized SNAPPER dealer annually for inspection and addition of any new devices which might upgrade the safety of the mower 1 2 NOMENCLATURE The nomenclature drawing above Figure 1 1 shows the essential parts of the SNAPPER ...

Page 70: ...g Turn fuel shut off valve to the OPEN position See Figure 2 3 Refer to engine owner s manual for fuel specifications OFF VALVE _iiiiiiii _ ii_ i _i_ _iiiii_i _iiiiiiiiiiii_i_ii_i_iiii ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK LEFTSIDE _ LEVEL 2 1 4 Check Blade switch to insure it works freely Switch is pulled OUT into the ON position for blade engagement or pushed back IN into the OFF position for blade disengagement ...

Page 71: ...er and will not start unless the Parking 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 blade switch is in the Off position See Figure 2 6 3 Make certain the parking brake is engaged See Figure 2 5 4 Open vent on fuel filler cap by turning countercl...

Page 72: ...iiii iiiiOPERATOR Siiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiPOSITION iiiiii FIGURE 2 8 WARNING I DO NOT leave the machine with the engine running I STOP engine STOP blades Engage parking brake I Remove key DO NOT park machine on slopes I 2 3 2 WHEEL DRIVE 1 Stop motion of riding mower by moving joystick to neutral N 0 position See Figure 2 8 2 3 3 MOWER BLADE 1 Push the blade switch in to OFF position to dis...

Page 73: ...it is not necessary 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 handles to desired height 3 Release lower handle to engage latch See Figure 2 9 CONNECTING BAR OMITTED IN THIS VIEW FOR CLARITY F DECK LIFT DECK LIFT HANDLE SHOWN IN HIGHEST NOTCH REL...

Page 74: ...he CLOSED position Start engine and allow it to run until engine runs out of fuel Close vent on fuel filler cap See Figure 2 3 2 Engage parking brake 3 Turn key to OFF position and remove key from ignition switch lj WARNING I Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working I around cutting blades Blades are extremely sharp and I can cause severe injury I 4 Carefully stand YARD CRUISER on rear b...

Page 75: ...e owner s manual for filter specifications 4 Air Filter Refer to engine owner s manual for 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 as needed 2 Mower Blade Check blade for sharpness wear damage and torque See the section on Mower Blade Replac...

Page 76: ...The front frame cover will not have to be removed to lubricate the pivot shaft The access hole is at 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 general purpose grease from grease gun See Figure 3 6 FRONT HOLE SHAFTS RONT Ii FIGURE 3 6 3 Parking Br...

Page 77: ...re removing 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 Discard filter 3 Install new fuel filter Reinstall hose clamps See Figure 3 8 3 5 STORAGE OUT OF SEASON If desired the YARD CRUISER can be stored on the rear bumper Perform the following procedures t...

Page 78: ...PULLEY iiiiiiiiiiiiiX iiiiiiii iilii iiiiiii NARy ELEC PULL 42 DECKS 4 2 1 MOWER DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT SPINDLE The 42 and 48 mower deck drive belts do not require any adjustment If the belt does not drive blade properly replace belt as needed See Section Belt Replacement Belt routing shown on this page See Figure 4 1 STATIONARY 4 2 2 MOWER DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT IDLER PULLEY Inspect mower drive be...

Page 79: ...is pushed in to the OFF position When the blade switch is in the OFF position the cutting blade s are disengaged The electric clutch is non adjustable The blade s should stop rotation in 5 seconds or less If the electric clutch fails to stop the blade s rotation in 5 seconds contact an authorized SNAPPER dealer to repair or replace I Blades must stop rotating in 5 seconds or less after I blades ha...

Page 80: ... 4 2 8 MOWER DECK TIMING ROD 48 DECKS The mower deck timing rod is preadjusted at the factory It is set to maintain the deck in the same attitude through all heights of cut If the timing rod requires adjustment contact an authorized SNAPPER dealer for service LIFT ARM FIGURE 4 5 4 2 7 MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT LEVELNESS Front to Rear Deck Pitch 48 Deck Before making deck leveling adjustments check the...

Page 81: ... piece of angle iron pipe or similar object under center of deck at the rear d Remove rear hanger chains and allow center rear of deck to rest on ang e iron e Measure the distance from blade tips to floor If the measurement is within 1 8 from side to side the deck levelness is satisfactory If the difference from side to side is greater than 1 8 continue to the Step f for adjustment See Figure 4 6 ...

Page 82: ...rn each hanger pivot the same number of rotations on the eye bolt to raise or lower the rear of the deck See Figure 4 8 c Reinstall rear hanger chains and measure blade tips again d Repeat steps a through c until proper levelness is obtained f f _ _ _ _ _ROTATE HANGER PIVOT UP TO RAISE DECK OR _ DOWN TO LOWER DECK FIGURE 4 8 4 2 10 MOWER DECK TIMING ROD 42 DECKS The mower deck timing rod is preadj...

Page 83: ... See Figure 2 3 2 Remove key from ignition switch 3 Remove spark plug wire s and secure away from spark plug s 4 Carefully stand YARD CRUISER on rear bumper 5 Remove blade s See Figure4 12 6 Inspect condition of blade See Figure 4 11 7 If blade is in good condition sharpen at 22 to 28 degrees DO NOT sharpen beyond existing cutting edge See Figure 4 13 8 Check blade balance after sharpening If nece...

Page 84: ...lectrolyte acid is a highly corrosive liquid Wear eye protection Wash affected areas immediately after having eye or skin contact with electrolyte acid Battery acid is corrosive Rinse empty acid containers with water and mutilate before discarding If acid is spilled on battery bench or clothing etc Flush with clear water and neutralize with baking soda DO NOT attempt to charge battery while instal...

Page 85: ...tive terminal on battery using bolt and nut Apply a small amount of grease over terminals to prevent corrosion Shield the positive terminal with terminal located on battery harness This prevents from touching the positive terminal which cause sparks 4 4 6 BATTERY TESTING There are two types of battery tests Unloaded and Loaded The unloaded test is the procedure that will be discussed It s the simp...

Page 86: ...arts removing all old contaminated grease 6 Install new bottom bearing first NOTE The bearing is sealed shielded on one side only The bottom bearing must be installed with the sealed shielded side DOWN 7 Insert spindle shaft up through the bottom bearing Slide spacer down over spindle shaft 8 Install new top bearing Install the top bearing with the seal shield UP 9 Slide circular retaining ring do...

Page 87: ...ling screen 1 Throttle control set too FAST 1 Damaged out of balance or bent mower blades 2 Loose blade components 3 Loose or missing airlift if equipped 4 Lumpy or flayed belt 5 Bent Idler stationary or spindle pulley CORRECTIVE ACTION 1 Service battery 2 Replace fuse 3 Clean and check connections for good contact 4 Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer 5 Move blade engagement switch to OFF 6 Engage ...

Page 88: ...ric clutch 9 Adjust to proper specifications 33 Deck Only 10 Check clutch belt 10 Replace clutch belt 1 Engine speed too slow 1 Move engine speed control to FAST position 2 Forward speed too fast 2 Move joystick to a slower speed 3 Grass is wet 3 4 Excessively worn or damaged blade s 4 5 Build up of grass clippings and debris under deck 5 6 Improper blade s installed on deck 6 7 Blade s installed ...

Page 89: ...Engine Manual X Engine Cooling Clean Shroud Fins Engine Manual System Page 11 Battery Check Electrolyte Page 20 Charge Battery Page 20 X X Testing Battery Pages 20 21 Tires Check Pressures Page 6 X Drive Belts Check For Wear And Page 14 15 Tension Mower Blades Check For Wear Damage Page 19 X Replacement Mower Deck Clean Debris Page 11 X Accumulation Mower Deck Clean Outside and Page 11 X Underside...

Page 90: ...nal 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 caused by neglect or abuse destruction by fire explosion freezing overcharging improper maintenance or use of improper electrolyte There is no other express warranty DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY Implied warr...

Page 91: ...and components n In their products in order to 4 provide long satisfactory _ Y service However proper care is essential In prolonging engine life Dirt Is your engine s enemy number 11 The engine on your Snapper product spends Its entire life operating close to the ground at high speed creating a virtual storm of dust and dlrtl 28 ...

Page 92: ...ower loss 3 result in hard starting 4 create smoke from fuel 5 produce carbon build up Internally 6 foul spark plug electrodes walls 8 burn valves 9 wear out the engine pre q maturely 10 COST YOU MONEY Damage caused by a poorly serviced air cleaner I not covered under the engine warranties So save yourself unnecessary expenses and undue aggravation by keeping the air cleaner properly serviced at t...

Page 93: ...ng and _ resulting engine damages such as 1 distorted valve guides valves t o 3 scuffed power 6 complete failure of engine Dirt can also be Introduced Into an engine In dirty fuel from a contaminated container Always use clean fresh fuel from a clean container to guard against dirt sludge and water amlnatlon down in storage and forms _ounds which pass ages Never use fuel more months old Drain tank...

Page 94: ... Engine Oil To full level 4 cycle Properly mixed with gas 2 cycle 2 Air Cleaner Clean and properly serviced Full fresh clean gasoline 3 Fuel Tank Fuel valve open Cap vent open Inline filter clean 4 Choke Operating properly 5 Primer on Used properly some engines 6 Safety Inter In proper position lock Switches All wires propedy connected 7 Switch Switch On Blade Control Blade control properly positi...

Page 95: ...SERVICE NOTES 32 ...

Page 96: ...ve 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 WARNING BATTERY POSTS TERMINALS AND RELATED ACCESSORIES CONTAIN LEAD AND LEAD COMPOUNDS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER AND BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING WARNIN...

Page 97: ...ls 42 42 Cutting Deck 3 Series Designation B Briggs Engine V Over Head Valve 48 48 Cutting Deck K Kohler Engine E Electric Start Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product Before operating your YARD CRUISER read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on Pages 2 3 Remember that all power equipment can be dangerous if used improperly Also keep in mind tha...

Page 98: ... DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 15 degrees 27 grade 2 Exercise EXTREME CAUTION on slopes above 10 degrees 18 grade Turn blades OFF when traveling uphill 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 uphill starts If machine stops going uphill or tires lose tra...

Page 99: ...irectional changes OPERATION Continued From Previous Column 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 DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide a deadly poison MAINTENANCE 1 DO NOT store machine or fuel container inside where fumes...

Page 100: ...Service Annually 13 Engine 13 Air Filter 13 Oil Filter 13 Engine Oil 13 Transaxle 13 Fuel Filter 13 Storage Out of Season 13 SECTION 4 ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIR 14 21 Engine Adjustments Repair 14 Mower Deck Components Adjustments 14 Mower Drive Belt Adjustment 14 Mower Drive Belt Replacement 14 Belt Removal Replacement 14 15 Blade Brake 15 Mower Deck Adjustment Levelness Side to Side 48 Deck 15 16 Mo...

Page 101: ...RUCTIONS on Pages 2 and 3 of this manual and All SAFETY messages on the YARD CRUISER and its attachments before operating SNAPPER recommends returning the YARD CRUISER to an authorized SNAPPER dealer annually for inspection and addition of any new devices which might upgrade the safety of the mower 1 2 NOMENCLATURE The nomenclature drawing above Figure 1 1 shows the essential parts of the SNAPPER ...

Page 102: ...g Turn fuel shut off valve to the OPEN position See Figure 2 3 Refer to engine owner s manual for fuel specifications OFF VALVE _iiiiiiii _ ii_ i _i_ _iiiii_i _iiiiiiiiiiii_i_ii_i_iiii ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK LEFTSIDE _ LEVEL 2 1 4 Check Blade switch to insure it works freely Switch is pulled OUT into the ON position for blade engagement or pushed back IN into the OFF position for blade disengagement ...

Page 103: ...er and will not start unless the Parking 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 blade switch is in the Off position See Figure 2 6 3 Make certain the parking brake is engaged See Figure 2 5 4 Open vent on fuel filler cap by turning countercl...

Page 104: ...iiii iiiiOPERATOR Siiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiPOSITION iiiiii FIGURE 2 8 WARNING I DO NOT leave the machine with the engine running I STOP engine STOP blades Engage parking brake I Remove key DO NOT park machine on slopes I 2 3 2 WHEEL DRIVE 1 Stop motion of riding mower by moving joystick to neutral N 0 position See Figure 2 8 2 3 3 MOWER BLADE 1 Push the blade switch in to OFF position to dis...

Page 105: ...it is not necessary 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 handles to desired height 3 Release lower handle to engage latch See Figure 2 9 CONNECTING BAR OMITTED IN THIS VIEW FOR CLARITY F DECK LIFT DECK LIFT HANDLE SHOWN IN HIGHEST NOTCH REL...

Page 106: ...he CLOSED position Start engine and allow it to run until engine runs out of fuel Close vent on fuel filler cap See Figure 2 3 2 Engage parking brake 3 Turn key to OFF position and remove key from ignition switch lj WARNING I Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working I around cutting blades Blades are extremely sharp and I can cause severe injury I 4 Carefully stand YARD CRUISER on rear b...

Page 107: ...e owner s manual for filter specifications 4 Air Filter Refer to engine owner s manual for 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 as needed 2 Mower Blade Check blade for sharpness wear damage and torque See the section on Mower Blade Replac...

Page 108: ...The front frame cover will not have to be removed to lubricate the pivot shaft The access hole is at 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 general purpose grease from grease gun See Figure 3 6 FRONT HOLE SHAFTS RONT Ii FIGURE 3 6 3 Parking Br...

Page 109: ...re removing 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 Discard filter 3 Install new fuel filter Reinstall hose clamps See Figure 3 8 3 5 STORAGE OUT OF SEASON If desired the YARD CRUISER can be stored on the rear bumper Perform the following procedures t...

Page 110: ...PULLEY iiiiiiiiiiiiiX iiiiiiii iilii iiiiiii NARy ELEC PULL 42 DECKS 4 2 1 MOWER DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT SPINDLE The 42 and 48 mower deck drive belts do not require any adjustment If the belt does not drive blade properly replace belt as needed See Section Belt Replacement Belt routing shown on this page See Figure 4 1 STATIONARY 4 2 2 MOWER DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT IDLER PULLEY Inspect mower drive be...

Page 111: ...is pushed in to the OFF position When the blade switch is in the OFF position the cutting blade s are disengaged The electric clutch is non adjustable The blade s should stop rotation in 5 seconds or less If the electric clutch fails to stop the blade s rotation in 5 seconds contact an authorized SNAPPER dealer to repair or replace I Blades must stop rotating in 5 seconds or less after I blades ha...

Page 112: ... 4 2 8 MOWER DECK TIMING ROD 48 DECKS The mower deck timing rod is preadjusted at the factory It is set to maintain the deck in the same attitude through all heights of cut If the timing rod requires adjustment contact an authorized SNAPPER dealer for service LIFT ARM FIGURE 4 5 4 2 7 MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT LEVELNESS Front to Rear Deck Pitch 48 Deck Before making deck leveling adjustments check the...

Page 113: ... piece of angle iron pipe or similar object under center of deck at the rear d Remove rear hanger chains and allow center rear of deck to rest on ang e iron e Measure the distance from blade tips to floor If the measurement is within 1 8 from side to side the deck levelness is satisfactory If the difference from side to side is greater than 1 8 continue to the Step f for adjustment See Figure 4 6 ...

Page 114: ...rn each hanger pivot the same number of rotations on the eye bolt to raise or lower the rear of the deck See Figure 4 8 c Reinstall rear hanger chains and measure blade tips again d Repeat steps a through c until proper levelness is obtained f f _ _ _ _ _ROTATE HANGER PIVOT UP TO RAISE DECK OR _ DOWN TO LOWER DECK FIGURE 4 8 4 2 10 MOWER DECK TIMING ROD 42 DECKS The mower deck timing rod is preadj...

Page 115: ... See Figure 2 3 2 Remove key from ignition switch 3 Remove spark plug wire s and secure away from spark plug s 4 Carefully stand YARD CRUISER on rear bumper 5 Remove blade s See Figure4 12 6 Inspect condition of blade See Figure 4 11 7 If blade is in good condition sharpen at 22 to 28 degrees DO NOT sharpen beyond existing cutting edge See Figure 4 13 8 Check blade balance after sharpening If nece...

Page 116: ...lectrolyte acid is a highly corrosive liquid Wear eye protection Wash affected areas immediately after having eye or skin contact with electrolyte acid Battery acid is corrosive Rinse empty acid containers with water and mutilate before discarding If acid is spilled on battery bench or clothing etc Flush with clear water and neutralize with baking soda DO NOT attempt to charge battery while instal...

Page 117: ...tive terminal on battery using bolt and nut Apply a small amount of grease over terminals to prevent corrosion Shield the positive terminal with terminal located on battery harness This prevents from touching the positive terminal which cause sparks 4 4 6 BATTERY TESTING There are two types of battery tests Unloaded and Loaded The unloaded test is the procedure that will be discussed It s the simp...

Page 118: ...arts removing all old contaminated grease 6 Install new bottom bearing first NOTE The bearing is sealed shielded on one side only The bottom bearing must be installed with the sealed shielded side DOWN 7 Insert spindle shaft up through the bottom bearing Slide spacer down over spindle shaft 8 Install new top bearing Install the top bearing with the seal shield UP 9 Slide circular retaining ring do...

Page 119: ...ling screen 1 Throttle control set too FAST 1 Damaged out of balance or bent mower blades 2 Loose blade components 3 Loose or missing airlift if equipped 4 Lumpy or flayed belt 5 Bent Idler stationary or spindle pulley CORRECTIVE ACTION 1 Service battery 2 Replace fuse 3 Clean and check connections for good contact 4 Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer 5 Move blade engagement switch to OFF 6 Engage ...

Page 120: ...ric clutch 9 Adjust to proper specifications 33 Deck Only 10 Check clutch belt 10 Replace clutch belt 1 Engine speed too slow 1 Move engine speed control to FAST position 2 Forward speed too fast 2 Move joystick to a slower speed 3 Grass is wet 3 4 Excessively worn or damaged blade s 4 5 Build up of grass clippings and debris under deck 5 6 Improper blade s installed on deck 6 7 Blade s installed ...

Page 121: ...Engine Manual X Engine Cooling Clean Shroud Fins Engine Manual System Page 11 Battery Check Electrolyte Page 20 Charge Battery Page 20 X X Testing Battery Pages 20 21 Tires Check Pressures Page 6 X Drive Belts Check For Wear And Page 14 15 Tension Mower Blades Check For Wear Damage Page 19 X Replacement Mower Deck Clean Debris Page 11 X Accumulation Mower Deck Clean Outside and Page 11 X Underside...

Page 122: ...nal 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 caused by neglect or abuse destruction by fire explosion freezing overcharging improper maintenance or use of improper electrolyte There is no other express warranty DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY Implied warr...

Page 123: ...and components n In their products in order to 4 provide long satisfactory _ Y service However proper care is essential In prolonging engine life Dirt Is your engine s enemy number 11 The engine on your Snapper product spends Its entire life operating close to the ground at high speed creating a virtual storm of dust and dlrtl 28 ...

Page 124: ...ower loss 3 result in hard starting 4 create smoke from fuel 5 produce carbon build up Internally 6 foul spark plug electrodes walls 8 burn valves 9 wear out the engine pre q maturely 10 COST YOU MONEY Damage caused by a poorly serviced air cleaner I not covered under the engine warranties So save yourself unnecessary expenses and undue aggravation by keeping the air cleaner properly serviced at t...

Page 125: ...ng and _ resulting engine damages such as 1 distorted valve guides valves t o 3 scuffed power 6 complete failure of engine Dirt can also be Introduced Into an engine In dirty fuel from a contaminated container Always use clean fresh fuel from a clean container to guard against dirt sludge and water amlnatlon down in storage and forms _ounds which pass ages Never use fuel more months old Drain tank...

Page 126: ... Engine Oil To full level 4 cycle Properly mixed with gas 2 cycle 2 Air Cleaner Clean and properly serviced Full fresh clean gasoline 3 Fuel Tank Fuel valve open Cap vent open Inline filter clean 4 Choke Operating properly 5 Primer on Used properly some engines 6 Safety Inter In proper position lock Switches All wires propedy connected 7 Switch Switch On Blade Control Blade control properly positi...

Page 127: ...SERVICE NOTES 32 ...

Page 128: ...ve 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 WARNING BATTERY POSTS TERMINALS AND RELATED ACCESSORIES CONTAIN LEAD AND LEAD COMPOUNDS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER AND BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING WARNIN...

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