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    Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for SCRAMBLER ZERO-TURN HYDRO DRIVE SERIES 6 MODELS SZT18336BVE SZT18386BVE MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION S Z T 18 33 6 B V E MODEL DESIGNATION ENGINE OPTIONS DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE ENGINE TYPE ENGINE HORSE POWER * SERIES DESIGNATION CUTTING WIDTH S – Scrambler ZT – Zero Turn 18 – 18.0 HP Engine 33 - 33” [...]

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    2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: This pow erful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can cause injury and damage! Failure to comply w ith the follow ing SAFETY instructions could result in serious injury or death to the operator or other persons. The owner of the machine must understand these in[...]

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    3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PREPARATION (Continued From Previous Page) 6. Check the area to be mow ed and remove all objects such as toys, w ire, rocks, limbs and other objects that could cause injury if thrown by blade or interfere w ith mowing. 7. Keep people and pets out of mow ing area. Immediately STOP blades, STOP engine, and STOP machine[...]

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    4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TOWING 1. Tow only w ith a machine that has a hitch designed for tow ing. DO NOT attach towed equipment except at the hitch point. 2. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for w eight limits for tow ed equipment and towing on slopes. 3. DO NOT allow children or others on tow ed equipment. 4. On slopes, the w eig[...]

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    5 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIO NS ........................................................................ 2-4 TABLE OF CO NTENTS ...................................................................................................... 5 SECTION 1 - FAMI LIARIZATI ON.....................................................................[...]

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    6 Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION FIGURE 1.1 1. 1 INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared for operators of the SNAPPER SCRAMBLER ZERO-TURN MOWER. Its purpose, aside from recommending standard operating procedures and routine service requirements, is to promote SAFETY through the use of accepted operating practices. Read, Understand and Follow the IM[...]

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    7 Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION 1.3 BASIC CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The figures below identify each of the operator controls and their basic function. Controls will be described in greater detail further on in this manual. 1.3.1. IGNITION SWITCH (Left Control Panel) Starts and stops engine. Refer to Section “ENGINE OPERATION” for further detai[...]

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    8 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING DO NOT attempt to operate the machine until you have read this manual thoroughly and become familiar w ith all controls and operating procedures. Serious injury or damage can result. 2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up. 2.1.1. Check tir[...]

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    9 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3 MOTION CONTROL IMPORTANT: This machine is equipped with hydrostatic drive. The direction and speed of movement are controlled by dual motion control levers. A small amount of movement of either lever ma y c a u s e t h e m a c h i n e t o move instantly, and can result in severe injury or damage. Op e r a t [...]

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    10 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3.4. CONVENTIONAL TURNING 1. To turn left , slowly ease back on the left lever while keeping or increasing pressure on the right lever. See Figure 2.6. The more you ease off on the left lever and/or push on the right lever, the tighter the turn. 2. To turn right , slowly ease back on the right lever while kee[...]

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    11 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.4 MOWER OPERATION 2.4.1. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT This machine has seven different cutting height positions. IMPORTANT: When positioning the cutting deck into a higher cutting position, pull up on the deck lift handle only, it is not necessary to pull up on the release lever at the same time. Use the release[...]

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    12 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.5 SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM CHECKS This machine is equipped with an electrical safety interlock system that is pr ovided for the safety of the operator and others. All safety devices must be in place and functioning properly befor e operating the machine. Perform the following interlock sy st em checks periodic[...]

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    13 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.1 INTRODUCTION To retain the quality of the SCRAMBLER, use genuine SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact a local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. For the correct part or information for a particular mower, always mention the model and serial number. 3.2 SERVICE - AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS WARNING DO NOT atte[...]

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    14 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remov e key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before w orking on mach[...]

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    15 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remov e key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before w orking on mach[...]

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    16 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remov e key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before w orking on mach[...]

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    17 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remov e key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before w orking on mach[...]

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    18 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remov e key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before w o[...]

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    19 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remov e key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before w o[...]

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    20 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remov e key. Remov e spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before w[...]

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    21 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remov e key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before w o[...]

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    22 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remov e key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before w o[...]

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    23 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remov e key. Remov e spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before w[...]

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    24 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remov e key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before w o[...]

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    25 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remov e key. Remov e spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before w[...]

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    24 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.6.5. BATTERY TESTING There are two types of battery tests: Unloaded and Loaded. The unloaded test is the procedure that will be discussed. It’s the simplest and most commonly used. An unloaded test is made on a battery without discharging current. To perform unloaded testing, check charge condition using [...]

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    25 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Starter Will Not Crank 1. Battery dead. 1. Service battery. Engine 2. Blown fuse. 2. Replace fuse. 3. Electrical connections loose or corroded. 3. C l ean and check connections for good contact. 4. Defective ignition sw itch. 4. Contact authorized SNA PPER dealer. 5. Blade engagement switc[...]

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    26 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Excessive Vibration 1. Damaged, out of balance or bent mo wer blades. 1. Service mower blade(s). 2. Loose blade components. 2. Service and tighten loose parts. 3. Loose or missing air lift (if equipped). 3. Replace air lifts. Tighten to proper torque. 4. Lumpy or fray ed belt. 4. Replace b[...]

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    27 SERVICE SCHEDULE ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED REF. EACH USE 5 HRS 25 HRS 50 HRS 100 HRS EACH SEASON Engine Oil Check Oil Level Page 8 X Initial Oil Change Page 13 X Periodic Oil Change Page 14 X* Oil Filter Initial Oil Change Engine Manual & Page 13 X Periodic Oil Change Engine Manual & Page 14 X* Air Pre-Cleaner Clean Sponge Element Engine Ma[...]

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    28 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For two (2) years from purchase date for the orig inal purchaser's residential, non-commercial use, SNAPPER , through any authorized SNAPPER dealer will replace, free of charge (except for taxes where applicable), any part or parts found upon examination by the factory at McDonough, Georgia, to be defective in materi[...]

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    31 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE 33[...]

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    32 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE 34[...]

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    33 SNAPPER PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM IMPORTANT: KEEP THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR PERSONAL RECORDS (Complete the following informa tion on your Snapper purchase) Model Number _____________________________________________________________ Serial Number _____________________________________________________________ Date of Pu rchase ______________________[...]

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    34 Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for SCRAMBLER ZERO-TURN HYDRO DRIVE SERIES 6 IMPORTANT Snapper products are built using engines that meet or exceed all applicable emissions requirements on the date manufactured. The labels on those engines contai n very important emissions information and critical safety warnings. Read, Understand,[...]