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Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for 

OUT FRONT Z-RIDER 

HYDRO DRIVE 

SERIES 0 

 

POWER UNIT MODELS 

ZF2100DKU 

ZF2300GKU 

 

MOWER UNIT MODELS 

ZF5200M ZF6100M 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION 

 

Z F 21 

00 D 

KU 

 
DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE 

ENGINE MODEL  

MOWER ORIENTATION 

ENGINE TYPE 

ENGINE HP 

SERIES DESIGNATION 

POWER UNIT 

Z – Zero Turning – Hydro Drive 

21 – Engine Horse Power 

00 – Series Designation 

D – Diesel Fuel Engine 

KU – Kubota Engine 

F – Out Front Mower 

23 - Engine Horse Power 

 

G – Gasoline Fuel Engine 

 

 

MOWER UNIT 

Z – Zero Turning – Hydro Drive 

52 – Mower Cutting Width 

00 – Series Designation 

M – Mower Deck 

F – Out Front Mower 

61 – Mower Cutting Width 

 

 

 
Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product!  Before operating your machine, 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 that SAFETY requires careful use in accordance with the operating 
instructions and common sense! 

 

COPYRIGHT © 1999 
SNAPPER INC. 
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 

INSTRUCTION No. 4-5182 (REV. 3, 8/20/99) 

Summary of Contents for ZF2100DKU

Page 1: ...23 Engine Horse Power G Gasoline Fuel Engine MOWER UNIT Z Zero Turning Hydro Drive 52 Mower Cutting Width 00 Series Designation M Mower Deck F Out Front Mower 61 Mower Cutting Width Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product Before operating your machine read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on Pages 2 3 Remember that all power equipment can be da...

Page 2: ... other attachments these affect the handling and the stability of the machine 1 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 b...

Page 3: ...ngine immediately after striking an obstruction Inspect machine and repair damage before resuming operation 12 Mow only in daylight or with good artificial light 13 Move motion control levers SLOWLY to maintain control during speed and directional changes 14 Exercise CAUTION when pulling loads DO NOT pull loads greater than 300 pounds Avoid jack knifing DO NOT turn sharply 15 DO NOT operate engine...

Page 4: ... 16 22 Neutral Position Adjustments 16 Mower Deck Adjustment Levelness 16 17 Parking Brake Adjustment 17 Engine Adjustments Repair 17 Mower Blade Replacement 17 18 Blade Sharpening 18 Mower Drive Belt Engine Belt Hydro Pump Belt Removal Replacement 19 Battery Removal 20 Battery Installation 20 Battery Service Charging 20 Battery Testing 21 New Battery Preparation 21 Mower Spindles Field Serviceabl...

Page 5: ...ure information above Figure 1 1 shows the essential parts of the SNAPPER OUT FRONT Z RIDER It is recommended that all operator s of this equipment become thoroughly familiar with the controls components and operation of this machine before operating Specific details involving the engine are found in the separate engine owner s manual Study these manuals before operating and keep both handy for fu...

Page 6: ...h fuel to tank of the Out Front Z Rider outside where fumes can safely dissipate Make sure fuel filler cap is tight Refer to engine owner s manual for fuel specifications 2 1 7 COLD ENGINE ONLY Check engine coolant antifreeze water and add coolant in the reserve tank as needed to bring level up to the FULL mark Refer to engine owner s manual for coolant ratio specifications See Figure 2 3 WARNING ...

Page 7: ...o maximum Moving the joystick farther from the neutral position will cause the speed of motion to increase To turn move the joystick towards the side you want to turn to DO NOT make sudden changes in speed or direction Always slow machine motion before turning To stop the motion of the machine bring the joystick back to the neutral position Engage parking brake 2 2 1 STARTING ENGINE When the ignit...

Page 8: ...ine speed control to the Rabbit or fast position 2 Pull the blade switch out into the ON position to engage the mower blades 3 Release the parking brake 4 Move joystick carefully in the desired direction to propel the machine A small movement of the joystick can cause the machine to move instantly Move joystick carefully and slowly WARNING DO NOT operate blades in reverse STOP BLADES LOOK and SEE ...

Page 9: ...of cut release switch See Figure 2 10 Observe the height of cut decal located on the upper right top side of the deck to place deck at the correct height of cut See Figure 2 10 NOTE The engine does not have to be running to adjust cutting height but key switch must be in the ON position FIGURE 2 10 WARNING DO NOT park the machine on slopes DO NOT leave machine with engine running Stop engine Stop ...

Page 10: ...ith engine running adjust engine speed control to Rabbit or FAST position 2 Release parking brake 3 Move joystick lever carefully and slowly into desired speed position A small movement of the joystick can cause the machine to move instantly Move joystick carefully and slowly FORWARD Move control forward REVERSE Move control to the rear LEFT TURN Move control towards left RIGHT TURN Move control t...

Page 11: ... 1 FIGURE 3 1 3 After all the oil has drained reinstall oil drain plug and tighten securely See Figure 3 1 Wipe up any oil that may have spilled Dispose of drained oil properly 4 Fill engine crankcase with new oil Refer to your engine owner s manual for oil specifications 5 Change oil filter at every oil change Refer to your engine owner s manual for service instructions 3 2 2 CHECK MOWER BLADE 1 ...

Page 12: ...ower Deck Levelness Check mower deck for proper levelness Adjust as required Refer to Section MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT LEVELNESS 4 Cleaning Mower Deck a Remove key from ignition switch b Remove spark plug wire s and secure away from spark plug s GAS ENGINE ONLY c Raise mower deck to its highest setting It may be necessary to raise mower deck higher using a hydraulic floor jack Secure deck with safety...

Page 13: ...ule to determine the recommended change interval FIGURE 3 6 3 Power Transfer Shaft Lubricate power transfer shaft with Kendall NLGI No 2 lithium grease or equivalent from a grease gun See Figure 3 7 FIGURE 3 7 4 OTHER LUBRICATION POINTS Lubricate traction drive idlers P T O idlers deck caster wheel shafts rear caster wheel shaft traction drive shaft bearings and mower deck idler arm with Kendall N...

Page 14: ...d briefly with air vent plug loosened to purge all air from system FIGURE 3 8 3 6 DECK REMOVAL Move machine to an area where the mower deck is to be disconnected Turn engine OFF but leave key switch in the ON position Engage parking brake 1 The rear of deck must be raised up and both jack stands moved down to the lowest position and both locking pins inserted NOTE Jack stands are stored on the lef...

Page 15: ...3 10 FIGURE 3 11 3 7 POWER TRANSFER SHAFT REMOVAL Engage parking brake Turn engine OFF and remove key The power transfer shaft connects the power unit to the mower deck The shaft is telescoping for easy removal Slide locking collar back toward mower deck and shaft will slide off See Figure 3 11 WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments maintenance or service with the engine or blades running Stop bla...

Page 16: ...nto the cross shaft arms and reconnect Tighten securely 9 Reconnect park brake rod 10 Start engine Release park brake Wheels should not be rotating if adjusted properly Repeat adjustment if necessary FIGURE 4 1 4 2 MOWER DECK COMPONENT ADJUSTMENTS The following mower deck and component adjustments and repairs can be made by the owner However if there is difficulty in making these adjustments and r...

Page 17: ...or blades running Stop blades Stop engine Set brake Remove key Remove spark plug wires from spark plugs and gas only secure wires away from spark plugs Engine and components are HOT Avoid serious burns by allowing all parts sufficient time to cool 4 3 PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT 4 3 1 The park brake can be adjusted by removing the rod from the lever and rotating clockwise to increase brake tension Wh...

Page 18: ...lade is in good condition sharpen at 22 to 28 degrees DO NOT sharpen beyond existing cutting edge See Figure 4 7 4 Check blade balance after sharpening If necessary correct blade balance by grinding the heavy end of blade IMPORTANT Blade balancing should be performed by a qualified dealer 5 Reinstall blade See Figure 4 5 Torque blade mounting bolts to recommended range of 70 to 80 ft lbs FIGURE 4 ...

Page 19: ...was removed It may be necessary to use a pry bar to pull idler pulley back to install belt See Figure 4 8 2 Reinstall belt cover FIGURE 4 8 4 6 3 ENGINE BELT REMOVAL 1 Remove radiator screen 2 Remove nut and bolt that secure the top portion of alternator cover Rotate cover to the side See Figure 4 9 3 Remove the nuts and bolts that secure the metal couplings to the rubber flex coupling Remove rubb...

Page 20: ...ghly 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 4 7 3 BATTERY SERVICE 1 Remove battery 2 Place battery in a well ven...

Page 21: ... measures the specific gravity of each cell The specific gravity tells the degree of charge generally a specific gravity of about 1 265 to 1 280 indicates full charge A reading of 1 230 to 1 260 indicates the battery should be charged before testing The chart on the next page shows the charge level as measured by syringe float hydrometer digital voltmeter and five ball hydrometer 4 7 5 NEW BATTERY...

Page 22: ... 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 down spindle shaft until it fully locks into groove on shaft 10 Place spindle pulle...

Page 23: ...1 Excessive load on engine 1 Lessen load 2 Engine air pre cleaner or air cleaner dirty 2 Clean or replace filters 3 Engine oil level low 3 Fill with engine oil to proper level 4 Fuel injection nozzle clogged with carbon 4 Clean or replace fuel injection nozzle 5 Water debris or stale fuel in fuel system 5 Drain and clean fuel system Engine Backfires When Turned To STOP 1 Throttle control set too F...

Page 24: ...vel 6 Excessive deck pitch front to rear 6 Adjust front to rear level 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 10 Check clutch belt 10 Replace clutch belt 11 Check gearbox for damage 11 Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer Poor Grass Discharge 1 Engine speed too slo...

Page 25: ... Pages 11 18 X Mower Deck Clean Outside Underside of Debris Accumulation Page 12 X Lubrication Points Grease or Oil Pages 12 13 X X Hydrostatic Trans Oil Check Oil Level Page 13 X X Hydrostatic Trans Filter Replace Filter Page 13 First Change at 200 Hours Thereafter every 500 Hours Change oil every 25 hours when operating under heavy load or high temperatures Clean more often under dusty condition...

Page 26: ... from the original 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 WARRAN...

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Page 31: ...31 NOTES ...

Page 32: ...and Follow all warnings and instructions in this manual the engine manual and on the machine engine and attachments If you have 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 The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to...

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