8/2007
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Dealer Setup
& Adjustment Instructions
Simplicity ZT3000 / Snapper 355Z
Zero-Turn Riders & Mowers
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
SAFETY RULES .................................................................2
SETUP PROCEDURES
Quick Setup List ................................................................3
Uncrating ............................................................................4
Battery Activation & Installation ......................................4
Rider Assembly .................................................................5
Seat and Safety Switch Assembly ...................................5
Install Ground Speed Control Levers ...............................5
Check Fluid levels .............................................................5
Fill and Check Engine Oil.................................................6
Check Transmission Oil Level .........................................6
Reduce and Check Tire Pressure ....................................6
Torque Mower Blades .......................................................7
Lubrication .........................................................................7
Perform Safety Checks .....................................................8
Functional Tests...............................................................8
Mower Blade Stopping Check..........................................8
Seat Switch Connection ...................................................8
Burnish PTO Clutch .........................................................8
Safety Interlock System ...................................................9
ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES
Seat Adjustments ............................................................10
Ground Speed Control Lever Adjustment.....................10
Operator Adjustment ......................................................10
Speed Balancing Adjustment .........................................11
Return-To-Neutral & Neutral Adjustment ......................11
Parking Brake Adjustment..............................................12
Suspension Adjustment .................................................13
PTO Clutch Adjustment ..................................................14
PTO Clutch Adjustment .................................................14
Blade Brake Check ........................................................14
Mower Deck Leveling ......................................................15
Roller Bar Leveling ..........................................................16
SERVICE PROCEDURES
Transmission Oil Filter Change .....................................17
Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement ......................18
Mower Belt Replacement ................................................19
ATTENTION SETUP PERSONNEL:
Sections and items denoted by the
Setup
symbol
provide the information necessary to fully assemble,
test, and prepare the units described above for
delivery to your customers.
Additional information concerning functional tests,
general adjustment procedures, and the location of
normal lubrication points are included in these
instructions.
The safety warnings provided in this guide and in
the operator's manual included with the unit contain
important information that must be obeyed when
assembling, setting-up, operating, servicing,
transporting, or storing the unit.
These warnings are highlighted by the safety alert triangle
symbol shown above, which signifies that an important safety
message is being provided.
You must read, understand, and follow these warnings and
instructions, and use safe shop and work practices at all
times while working on or around this unit and all other
outdoor power equipment.
Mfg. No.
Description
Simplicity Models:
5900660
ZT3000B2444, Simplicity 24HP Briggs & Stratton ZT3000
Zero-Turn Rider with 44” Mower
5900662
ZT3000B2450, Simplicity 24HP Briggs & Stratton ZT3000
Zero-Turn Rider with 50” Mower
5900684
ZT3000B2450CE, Simplicity 24HP Briggs & Stratton
ZT3000 Zero-Turn Rider with 50” Mower (CE/Export)
Snapper Models:
5900681
Snapper 355ZB2444
5900682
Snapper 355ZB2450
5900685
Snapper 355ZB2450CE
Form No. 5101067
Revision 01
Rev. Date: 8/2007
TP 300-7337-01-CH-SMN
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