Snapper 20HP manual

USER’S MANU AL 18HP Zero-T urn Riders Mfg. No. Description 2690487 Massey F erguson ZT 1844 5900608 Snapper ZT18441KHC 19HP Zero-T urn Riders Mfg. No. Description 5900609 Snapper ZT19441KWV 20HP Zero-T urn Riders Mfg. No. Description 2690449 Simplicity 20HP K ohler Champion Zero-T ur n Rider with 44” Mower 2690483 Simplicity 20HP K ohler Champi[...]

1 T able of Contents W ARNING Engine exhaust fr om this product contains chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer , birth defects, or other reproductive harm. T roubleshooting, Adjustments & Service .......22 T roub leshooting the Rider .....................................22 T roub leshooting the Mower ..........................[...]

2 GENERAL OPERA TION 1. Read, understand, and f ollow all instructions in the manual and on the unit bef ore star ting. 2. Do not put hands or f eet near rotating par ts or under the machine. K eep clear of the discharge opening at all times. 3. Only allow responsib le adults, who are f amiliar with the instructions, to operate the unit (local regu[...]

3 CHILDREN T ragic accidents can occur if the operator is not aler t to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the unit and the mowing activity . Nev er assume that children will remain where you last sa w them. 1. K eep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsib le adult. 2. Be aler t and tu[...]

4 Safety Rules and Information SER VICE AND MAINTENANCE Safe Handling of Gasoline 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars , pipes, and other sources of ignition. 2. Use only approv ed gasoline containers. 3. Ne ver remo v e the gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow the engine to cool bef ore refueling. 4. Ne ver fuel the machine indoors .[...]

5 Unit ID T ag Mower ID T ag Identification Numbers When contacting your authorized dealer f or replacement parts, service, or information you MUST have these number s. Record your model name/n umber , manufacturer’ s identification numbers, and engine serial numbers in the space provided f or easy access. These numbers can be f ound in the locat[...]

6 SAFETY DECALS This unit has been designed and manuf actured to provide y ou with the saf ety and reliability you would e xpect from an industr y leader in outdoor power equipment manuf acturing. Although reading this manual and the saf ety instructions it contains will provide y ou with the necessar y basic knowledge to operate this equipment saf[...]

7 SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM This unit is equipped with saf ety interlock s witches. These saf ety systems are present f or your saf ety , do not attempt to bypass saf ety switches , and nev er tamper with saf ety de vices. Check their operation regularly . Operational SAFETY Checks TEST 1 — ENGINE SHOULD NO T CRANK IF: • PT O s witch is engaged, [...]

8 Features & Controls Ground Speed Le vers These le vers control the g round speed of the rider . The left le ver controls the left rear driv e wheel and the right controls the right rear dr iv e wheel. Moving a le ver f orward increases the FOR W ARD speed of the associated wheel, and pulling back on a le ver increases the REVERSE speed. The f[...]

9 Features & Controls Ignition Switch The ignition s witch star ts and stops the engine; it has three positions: OFF Stops the engine and shuts off the electrical system. R UN Allows the engine to run and powers the electrical system. ST ART Cranks the engine f or star ting. NO TE: Nev er leave the ignition s witch in the R UN position with the[...]

10 Operation GENERAL OPERA TING SAFETY Bef ore first time operation: • Be sure to read all inf or mation in the Saf ety and Operation sections bef ore attempting to operate this tractor and mow er . • Become f amiliar with all of the controls and how to stop the unit. • Drive in an open area without mowing to become accustomed to the unit bra[...]

11 W ARNING If you do not under stand how a specific contr ol functions, or have not yet thoroughl y read the FEA TURES & CONTROLS section, do so now . Do NO T attempt to operate the tractor without first becoming familiar with the location and function of ALL controls. ST ARTING THE ENGINE 1. While sitting in the operator’ s seat, engage the[...]

12 ZER O TURN DRIVING PRA CTICE The le ver controls of the z ero turn r ider are responsive , and learning to gain a smooth and efficient control of the rider’ s f orward, re v erse, and turning mov ements will take some practice. Spending some time going through the maneuvers shown and becoming f amiliar with how the unit accelerates, tr av els,[...]

13 AD V ANCED DRIVING Executing an End-Of-Ro w Zero T urn Y our zero turn rider’s unique ability to turn in place allows y ou to turn around at the end of a cutting row rather than ha ving to stop and Y - tur n bef ore star ting a new ro w . F or e xample, to e x ecute a right end-of row zero turn: 1. Slow do wn at the end of the row . 2. Mov e t[...]

14 Operation A TT A CHING A TRAILER The maximum weight of a to wed trailer should be less than 200 lbs (91kg). Secure the trailer with an appropriately sized cle vis pin (A, Figure 9) and clip (B). Excessive to wed loads can cause loss of traction and loss of control on slopes. Reduce towed w eight when operating on slopes. The surf ace being dr iv[...]

15 Operation MO WER REMO V AL AND INST ALLA TION NO TE: P erf or m mow er installation and remov al on a hard flat surf ace such as a concrete floor . Remov al 1. Disengage the PT O , engage the par king brak e, turn off the ignition, remov e the k ey , and wait f or all moving par ts to stop . 2. Remov e the cutting height pin and low er the attac[...]

16 Regular Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE & PR OCEDURES The f ollowing schedule should be f ollow ed f or nor mal care of your rider and mow er . Y ou will need to keep a record of your oper ating time. Deter mining operating time is easily accomplished b y obser ving the elapsed time recorded by the hour meter . SAFETY ITEMS Before Each Use [...]

17 Regular Maintenance Oil: • control handle pivots • discharge chute hinge Generally , all moving metal par ts should be oiled where contact is made with other par ts. K eep oil and grease off belts and pulleys . Remember to wipe fittings and surf aces clean both bef ore and after lubrication. LUBRICA TION Lubricate the unit at the follo wing [...]

18 Regular Maintenance SER VICING THE MO WER BLADES Service Interval: Ever y 10 Hours or As Required 1. Remov e mow er deck (see “Mower Deck Remo v al”). 2. See Figure 14. T o remov e b lade for sharpening, use a bloc k of wood to pre vent blade rotation while loosening the capscrew . 3. Remov e the capscre w (D , Figure 16), spring washer (C),[...]

19 CHECK TIRE PRESSURES Tire pressure should be check ed periodically , and maintained at the le vels sho wn in the char t. Note that these pressures ma y diff er slightly from the “Max Inflation” stamped on the side-wall of the tires. The pressures shown pro vide proper traction, improv e cut quality , and extend tire lif e. CHECKING / ADDING [...]

20 Regular Maintenance 4. Reinstall the reser v oir cap , mov e the locking tab between two notches , and tighten the locking capscrew . TRANSMISSION OIL FIL TER CHANGE Change Interval: Every 250 Hours Filter P art Number: 1719168 1. Locate the transmission oil filter (C , Figure 19) at the rear of the batter y compar tment under the seat. 2. Lubri[...]

21 Regular Maintenance W ARNING Be careful when handling the battery . Av oid spilling electrol yte. K eep flames and sparks awa y from the battery . When removing or installing battery cables, disconnect the negative cable FIRST and reconnect it LAST . If not done in this or der , the positive terminal can be shorted to the frame by a tool. W ARNI[...]

22 T roubleshooting, Adjustments, & Service TR OUBLESHOO TING While nor mal care and regular maintenance will e xtend the lif e of your equipment, prolonged or constant use ma y e ventually require that service be performed to allow it to continue operating properly . The troubleshooting guide belo w lists the most common problems , their cause[...]

23 T roubleshooting, Adjustments, & Service Rider T roubleshooting Continued. PROBLEM CA USE REMED Y Engine runs, but rider will 1. Hydraulic release v alve(s) 1. T ur n valv e(s) clockwise to close. not drive. in “open” position. 2. Belt is broken. 2. See Dr ive Belt Replacement. 3. Drive belt slips. 3. See problem and cause below . 4. Bra[...]

24 T roubleshooting, Adjustments, & Service SEA T ADJUSTMENT The seat and ground speed control le v ers should be adjusted so that operator’ s elbows are suppor ted by the arm rests when his/her hands are on the controls, and the ground speed control le v ers can be mov ed through their full range of motion without contacting the operator’ [...]

25 T roubleshooting, Adjustments, & Service Figure 23. Cutting Height Adjustment A. Cutting Height Adjustment Pin B. Deck Lift / Cutting Height Le ver C. T ransport Release Lever B C A CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The cutting height adjustment pin (A, Figure 23) controls the mower cutting height. The cutting height is adjustable betw een 1-1/2” [...]

26 Figure 24. Parking Brake Adjustment A. Brake Spring B. Set Collar C. Lockn ut P ARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT 1. Disengage the PT O , stop the engine, bloc k the front wheels, remo ve the ignition k e y , and engage the parking brake . 2. Ele vate the rear end of the unit and remo v e the rear wheels. 3. Check the br ake spring (A, Figure 24) length ([...]

27 T roubleshooting, Adjustments, & Service SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT (SELECT MODELS) The shock assemb ly can be adjusted to v ar y the amount of pre-load applied to the springs. This allows the operator to customize the ride according to operator’ s weight and operating conditions . LESS PRE-LO AD: • Light operator weight • Softer , more cus[...]

28 W ARNING T o a void serious injury , perf orm adjustments only with engine stopped, key removed and rider on level gr ound. B A C A B B B Figure 26. PTO Clutc h Adjustment A. Adjustment Windo w (Qty . 3, one sho wn) B. Adjustment Nut Figure 27. Adjust PTO Clutc h A. Window B. Adjustment Nut C. .016”-.018” (0,40-0,45mm) Feeler Gaug e PT O CLU[...]

29 T roubleshooting, Adjustments, & Service MO WER DECK LEVELING P erform these adjustments on a flat lev el surface. SIDE-T O-SIDE LEVELING 1. With the mower installed, place the rider on a smooth, le vel surf ace such as a concrete floor . T ur n the front wheels so they are str aight. 2. Check f or bent blades and replace if necessar y . 3. [...]

30 T roubleshooting, Adjustments, & Service R OLLER B AR LEVELING (SELECT MODELS) The rollers on this Zero T ur n unit are not intended to ride on the ground. DO NO T adjust rollers to ride on the ground. Rollers riding on the ground will damage turf and or unit. 1. First le vel the mo wer dec k using the procedure f ound in MO WER DECK LEVELIN[...]

31 T roubleshooting, Adjustments, & Service HYDRA ULIC PUMP DRIVE BEL T REPLA CEMENT 1. P ark the rider on a smooth, lev el surf ace such as a concrete floor . Disengage the PT O , engage the parking brake , tur n off the engine, and remo ve the ignition ke y . 2. Remov e the PT O dr ive belt (see MO WER BEL T REPLA CEMENT f or remov al instruc[...]

32 Specifications ENGINE: 18 HP* K ohler Make K ohler Model Courage 18 Horsepower 18 @ 3400 rpm Displacement 32.6 Cu. in (535 cc) Electrical System 12 V olt, 15 amp . Alternator, Battery: 340 CCA Oil Capacity 1.6 qt. ( 1.5L) w/ Filter 19 HP* Kawasaki Make Kaw asaki Model FH580V Horsepower 19 @ 3600 rpm Displacement 35.7 Cu. in (585 cc) Electrical S[...]

Lawn Care & Mowing Information LC-1 HO W AND WHEN T O W A TER, FER TILIZE & AERA TE Most lawns are watered too often, but with too little water . Ho we ver too much water can allo w de velopment of diseases with y our lawn. It is best to water the la wn only when necessary , and then to water it slowl y , evenly , and deeply—imitating a s[...]

LC-2 Lawn Care & Mowing Information WHEN AND HO W OFTEN T O MO W The time of da y and condition of the grass greatly aff ect the results you’ll get when mowing. F or the best results, f ollow these guidelines: ● Mow when the gr ass is between 3”-4” (7,5-10 cm) high. ● Mow with sharp blades. Shor t clippings of grass one inch or shorte[...]

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