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DEALER SETUP AND CHECKLIST FOR 

SNAPPER GROUNDS CRUISER UTILITY VEHICLE 

 

INTRODUCTION: These instructions cover the setup of the Snapper Grounds Cruiser utility vehicle.  Complete 
each step carefully.  A checklist has been provided.  It is very important to verify and record each item on the 
list prior to retail. The dry weight of the machine you are about to setup is 1,230 lb. It is strongly recommended 
that you use an overhead hoist when lifting the machine. The capacity of the device used for lifting must 
exceed the weight of the machine.  DO NOT work on the machine until properly blocked and secured to prevent 
it from falling. If an overhead hoist is not available, you may have to remove boards from the crate bottom to 
gain access with floor type jacks. 
 

WARNING 

DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or 
service with the engine running. STOP engine. Set 
park brake. Shift transmission to neutral and 
remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark 
plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine 
and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, 
allow all parts to cool before working on machine. 

 

STEP 1 
INSTALL REAR TIRES 

The machine is securely attached to the crate bottom at 
each wheel location. See Figure 1.1. The four steel 
plates must be removed before lifting the machine.  The 
device used to lift the machine must have a capacity 
greater than 1230 lb. The cargo bed is attached to the 
frame of the machine with plastic straps. Carefully 
remove the straps and set the cargo bed aside for 
installation later. 
 

 

 

FIGURE 1.1 

 
1.  Loosen only, two lug nuts at left and right rear 

wheel hubs. 

2.  Remove the four bolts securing the left and right 

support plates to the crate bottom. 

3.  Lift machine, at the rear hitch, only high enough to 

allow tire installation. Block machine securely to 
prevent it from falling. Remove support plates. 

 
 
 

4.  Install left and right rear tires and secure each with 

5 lug nuts. NOTE: The tires are directional.  Install 
with valve stem out and the points of the chevron 
treads pointing forward.  See Figure 1.2.  

 

 

 
 
 

FIGURE 1.2 

 
5.  Remove blocks and lower rear of machine. 
6.  Torque lug nuts to 75 ft-lb using sequence shown.  

See Figure 1.2. 

 

STEP 2 
INSTALL FRONT BUMPER 

The bolts used to attach the front bumper to the 
machine are already installed in the front frame. The 
bumper can be used to lift the weight of the front of the 
machine. The mounting hardware must be tightened 
securely (30 ft-lb). 
1.  Place bumper over four bolts at front of frame. Note 

orientation, flat side of side plates towards bottom 

2.  Attach using (4) 3/8-16 flange lock nuts. 
3.  Torque nuts to 30 ft-lb. 
 
 
 
 
 
 

INSTRUCTION No. 7-3574 (REV. 1, 8/25/00) 

LUG NUTS 
(LOOSEN ONLY) 

REMOVE 

POINTS OF TREADS POINTING TOWARD FRONT OF VEHICLE. 

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Summary of Contents for GC9520KWV

Page 1: ...moved before lifting the machine The device used to lift the machine must have a capacity greater than 1230 lb The cargo bed is attached to the frame of the machine with plastic straps Carefully remove the straps and set the cargo bed aside for installation later FIGURE 1 1 1 Loosen only two lug nuts at left and right rear wheel hubs 2 Remove the four bolts securing the left and right support plat...

Page 2: ...mounting hole The seat belt with the buckle is attached at the inside or middle mounting hole Tighten hardware to a snug rotating fit as described below IMPORTANT The large 2 1 2 diameter flat washers must be installed on the inside surface of the seat support structure See Figure 1 3 1 Remove the top two bolts from the fuel tank straps and slide tank out This will allow clearance to install the b...

Page 3: ...nsmission fluid level Bring to full level as necessary using MOBILFLUID 424 or equivalent Check with dipstick fully threaded STEP 8 ACTIVATE BATTERY Battery is located under the operator s seat Remove battery from compartment before activating or charging Activate and charge the battery in well ventilated area away from sparks and flame Do Not smoke 1 Remove battery from the battery compartment be...

Page 4: ... aligned perfectly straight before installing the steering wheel 1 Make sure that front tires are pointing straight forward 2 Slide foam cover over steering shaft 3 Remove plastic cover from center of steering wheel 4 Orientate the steering wheel so that spokes are horizontal and align splines 5 Place washer and nut on steering shaft Torque nut to 50 70 ft lb 6 Install plastic cover in center of s...

Page 5: ... bracket on bottom of cargo bed using 1 1 2 13 x 3 bolt and 1 1 2 13 NyLoc nut Tighten to a snug rotating fit FIGURE 1 8 STEP 12 ALIGN LATCH IF NECCESARY Lower the Cargo bed slowly until the latch contacts the striker pin The head of the striker pin should be inside of the latch as shown in figure 1 9 If it is not aligned correctly loosen the bolts that attach the left and right bed pivot brackets...

Page 6: ...checked and all function correctly Refer to Operator s manual _____ TRANSMISSION shifts into forward and reverse without excessive grinding of gears _____ CLUTCH engages and accelerates smoothly and does not drag at idle _____ STEERING checked and functions properly _____ SERVICE BRAKE AND PARK BRAKE checked and both function properly Refer to Operator s manual DEALER S RECORDS FINAL CHECK _____ P...

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