Snapper Z-RIDER ZM2200K, Safety Instructions & Operator'S Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..........................2-3
TABLE OF CONTENTS............................................................................. 4
FAMILIARIZATION .................................................................................... 5
SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .........................................6-9
Pre-start Checklist .................................................................................................6
Starting & Stopping Engine, Blades & Parking Brake ............................................7
Starting & Stopping Mower Blades .........................................................................7
Parking Brake .........................................................................................................8
Cutting Height Adjustment......................................................................................9
Driving & Stopping Machine ...................................................................................9
SECTION 3 - MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ...............................10-14
Change Engine Oil................................................................................................10
Check Mower Blade .............................................................................................10
Check Mower Drive Belt .......................................................................................11
Check Belt Tension ..............................................................................................11
Service – After every 25 Hours (Engine Components).........................................11
Service – After every 25 Hours (Mower Components) .........................................11
Lubrication .......................................................................................................11-12
Mower Blade Spindle Lubrication ......................................................................11
Mower Deck Linkage Lubrication ......................................................................11
Front Wheel Bearings Lubrication.....................................................................12
Transaxle Lubrication ........................................................................................12
Power Transfer Shaft Lubrication......................................................................12
Other Lubrication...............................................................................................12
Before Operating Machine....................................................................................12
Annually - End of Season ................................................................................12-13
Engine Service......................................................................................................12
Fuel Filter Replacement .......................................................................................13
Deck Removal .................................................................................................13-14
Power Transfer Shaft Removal ............................................................................14
SECTION 4 - ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIR ....................................15-20
Neutral Position Adjustments ...............................................................................15
Mower Deck Adjustment (Levelness)..............................................................15-16
Parking Brake Adjustment....................................................................................17
Engine Adjustments & Repair...............................................................................17
Mower Blade Replacement .............................................................................17-18
Mower Blade Sharpening .....................................................................................18
Mower Drive Belt Removal & Replacement .........................................................18
Battery Removal ...................................................................................................19
Battery Installation ................................................................................................19
Battery Service & Charging ..................................................................................19
Battery Testing......................................................................................................20
New Battery Preparation.......................................................................................20
TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................21-22
SERVICE SCHEDULE............................................................................. 23
Maintenance/Replacement Parts .........................................................................23
WARRANTY ............................................................................................ 24
PRIMARY MAINTENANCE ................................................................25-28
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.