Briggs & Stratton S175X manual

Operator’ s Manual BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC. 5375 NORTH MAIN STREET MUNNSVILLE, NY 13409 800 933 6175 5102453 Re v B S175X Series Zer o- T urn Riding Mow ers Model Number: Description: 5900935 S175XY20D52, 52” Cut Zero-Turn Riding Mower 5900938 S175XY24D61, 61” Cut Zero-Turn Riding Mower Not for Reproduction[...]

Thank you for purchasing this quality-built SNAPPER PRO product. We’re pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the SNAPPER PRO brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your product will provide many years of dependable service. This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazard[...]

1 Table of Contents Operator Safety .................................................. 2 Safety Decals ........................................................11 Safety Icons ..........................................................12 Safety Interlock System ........................................12 Features & Controls .......................[...]

2 Operator Safety Operating Safety Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. Do not operate this machine unless you have been trained. Reading and understanding this operator’s manual is a way to train yoursel[...]

3 Operator Safety Slope Operation Operation on slopes can be dangerous. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep where you do not have adequate wheel traction (and control) can cause sliding, loss of steering, control, and possible rollover. You should not operate on a slope greater than a 5.4 foot rise over a 20 foot length (15 degrees). Always[...]

4 Roll Bar Use Keep the roll bar in the raised position and fasten the seat belt. There is no roll over protection when the roll bar is down! Do not jump off if the mower tips (it is safer to be secured by the seat belt with the roll bar raised.) Lower the roll bar only when necessary (such as to temporarily clear a low overhanging obstacle) and NE[...]

5 Operator Safety Enclosed Areas Only operate this unit outdoors and away from unventilated areas such as inside garages or enclosed trailers. The engine emits poisonous carbon monoxide gas and prolonged exposure in an enclosed area can result in serious injury or death. Fuel and Maintenance Always disengage all drives, shutoff the engine, and remo[...]

6 2. Mow only in the daylight or with good artificial light, keeping away from holes and hidden hazards. 3. Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake is engaged before starting engine. Only start engine from the operator’s position. Use seat belts if provided. 4. Be sure of your footing while using pedestrian controlled equipment, espec[...]

7 Operator Safety 23. Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure vision. 24. To reduce fire hazard, keep unit free of grass, leaves & excess oil. Do not stop or park over dry leaves, grass or combustible materials. 25. OSHA regulations may require the use of hearing protection when exposed to sound [...]

8 Operator Safety EMISSIONS 1. Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. 2. Look for the relevant Emissions Durability Period and Air Index information on the engine emissions label. IGNITION SYSTEM (GASOLINE MODELS) 1. This spark ignition system com[...]

9 Operator Safety ROLL BAR INSTRUCTIONS For models equipped with factory-installed Roll Over Protection System (ROPS). OPERATIONAL WARNINGS • Always use the seat belt when the roll bar is in the raised position. • Never use the seat belt when the roll bar is in the down position. • Remember there is no roll over protection when the roll bar i[...]

10 INSPECT BUCKLE & LA TCH INSPECT WEBBING Operator Safety WARNING Failure to properly inspect and maintain the seat belt can cause serious injury or death. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE ROLL BAR SEAT BELT • The seat belt like the ROLL BAR, needs to be periodically inspected to verify that the integrity has not been compromised through no[...]

11 Operator Safety Safety Decals Before operating your unit, read the safety decals. The cautions and warnings are for your safety. To avoid a personal injury or damage to the unit, understand and follow all the safety decals. 10 9 12 11 1 2 3 7 7 1 2 3 4 6 5  8 9 11 7 12 10 4 5 6 6 8 WARNING If any safety decals become worn or[...]

12 www.SnapperPro.com Operator Safety Alert Toxic Fumes Read the Manual Open Flame Hazard Fire Hazard Amputation - Rotating Parts Amputation - Hand In Blade Amputation - Foot In Blade Thrown Objects Hot Surface Wear Protective Gear Pinch Point Rollover Hazard Overhead Obstacles Tipover Dropoffs Slippery Slopes Keep Children Away Safety Icons The al[...]

13 Control Functions The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mowing require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the OPERATION section. Ground Speed Levers These levers [...]

14 www.SnapperPro.com Glow Plug Indicator Lamp that indicates that the glow plugs are heating. Hold the ignition key in the “HEAT” position until indicator lamp turns off, then turn the key to start. Voltage Gauge Gauge measures the output voltage of the engine charging system. Water Temperature Gauge Gauge measures the engine coolant temperatu[...]

15 Operation General Operating Safety Before first time operation: • Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Operation sections before attempting to operate this tractor and mower. • Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the unit. • Drive in an open area without mowing to become accustomed to the unit. Checks Befo[...]

16 www.SnapperPro.com Operation Figure 2. Fuel Shut Off Valve A. Fuel Shut Off Valve Location B. Open Position C. Closed Position B C A Priming the Fuel System Priming the fuel system removes any air bubbles from the fuel system. The fuel system would only need to be primed under the following conditions: • Before starting the engine for the firs[...]

17 Pushing the Rider by Hand 1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn the ignition OFF, and remove the key. 2. Lift the seat plate to gain access to the hydraulic pumps. 3. Locate the hydraulic release valves (A, Figure 3) on the bottom side of the hydraulic pumps. 4. To disengage the pumps (free-wheel position), turn the hydraulic rele[...]

18 www.SnapperPro.com Operation Zero-Turn Driving Practice The lever controls of the Zero Turn rider are responsive. Learning how to gain smooth, efficient control of the rider’s forward, reverse, and turning movements will take some practice. Spending some time practicing the maneuvers shown and becoming familiar with how the unit accelerates, t[...]

19 ADVANCED DRIVING Executing an End-Of-Row Zero Turn Your Zero Turn Rider’s unique ability to turn in place allows you to turn around at the end of a cutting row, rather than having to stop and Y-turn before starting a new row. For example, to execute a left end-of row zero turn: 1. Slow down at the end of the row. 2. Move the RIGHT ground speed[...]

20 www.SnapperPro.com Mowing 1. Engage the parking brake. Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged, the motion control levers are locked in the NEUTRAL position, and the operator is on the seat. 2. Start the engine (see STARTING THE ENGINE). 3. Set the mower cutting height. 4. Set the throttle to FULL. 5. Engage the PTO by pulling up on the PTO switc[...]

21 When and How Often to Mow The time of day and condition of the grass greatly affect the results you’ll get when mowing. For the best results, follow these guidelines: 1. Mow when the grass is between three and five inches high. 2. Mow with sharp blades. Short clippings of grass one inch or shorter decompose more quickly than longer blades. Sha[...]

22 www.SnapperPro.com Proper Mulching Mulching consists of a mower deck which cuts and recuts clippings into tiny particles and then blows them down INTO the lawn. These tiny particles decompose rapidly into by-products your lawn can use. UNDER PROPER CONDITIONS, your mulching mower will virtually eliminate noticeable clippings on the lawn surface.[...]

23 WARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM ROLL OVER: Keep roll bar in the raised position and use seat belt. THERE IS NO ROLL OVER PROTECTION WHEN THE ROLL BAR IS DOWN Lower the roll bar only when necessary and NEVER remove it. Do NOT use seat belt when the roll bar is down. Raise the roll bar as soon as clearance permits. Do NOT jump off if mo[...]

24 www.SnapperPro.com Operation NOTE: Diesel fuel, if permitted to stand unused for extended periods (30 days or more), may develop gummy deposits which can adversely affect the fuel pump and injector tubes and cause engine malfunction. To avoid this condition, add a diesel fuel stabilizer to the fuel tank and run the engine a few minutes, or drain[...]

25 Operation Figure 12. Checking Tire Pressure Check Tire Pressures Tire Pressure should be checked periodically, and maintained at the levels shown in the chart. Note that these pressures may differ slightly from the “Max Inflation” stamped on the side-wall of the tires. The pressures shown provide proper traction, improve cut quality, and ext[...]

26 www.SnapperPro.com Operation Ground Speed Control Lever Adjustment The ground speed control levers can be adjusted in three ways. The alignment of the levers, the placement of the levers (how close the ends are to one another) and the height of the levers can be adjusted. To Adjust the Ground Speed Control Lever Alignment Loosen the mount bolts [...]

27 Figure 16. Mowing Height Adjustment A. Cutting Height Adjustment Pin B. Deck Lift Foot Pedal C. Deck Lift Lock lever A B C Figure 17. Foot Pedal Adjustment A. Deck Lift Foot Pedal B. Pedal Mount Tab C. Pedal Mount Hardware D. Optional Position Mowing Height Adjustment The cutting height adjustment pin (A, Figure 16) controls the mower cutting he[...]

28 www.SnapperPro.com Regular Maintenance Maintenance Maintenance Schedule & Procedures The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your rider and mower. You will need to keep a record of your operating time. Determining operating time is easily accomplished by observing the hour meter. RIDER MAINTENANCE Before Each Use Check S[...]

29 WARNING Diesel fuel is highly flammable and must be handled with care. Never fill the tank when the engine is still hot from recent operation. Do not allow open flame, smoking or matches in the area. Avoid over-filling and wipe up any spills. Do not drain or replace fuel filter when engine is hot, as spilled fuel may ignite. Make sure the filter[...]

30 www.SnapperPro.com Fuel Filter This unit is equipped with two fuel filters. One is a water seperator (A, Figure 19) and the other is a fuel filter (C). Both filters are located in the engine compartment on the right side of the engine. The water separator should be drained every 25 hours or whenever water is visible in the bowl. Replace both fue[...]

31 Check / Add Engine Oil Level Refer to Figure 20 for dipstick and oil fill locations. Refer to the engine owners manual for specific engine oil check and fill procedures. Also refer to the engine owners manual for specific engine oil and filter change procedures Change Engine Oil & Filter 1. Warm engine by running for a few minutes. (Refer to[...]

32 www.SnapperPro.com Change Hydraulic Oil Filter Change Interval: Every 250 Hours Filter Part Number: 1719168 NOTE: Removing the oil filter from the filter base will drain the oil reservoir. Have a suitable container rea dy to catch any spilled oil. Ferris recommends this be a dealer-only service item. 1. Locate the transmission oil filter (A, Fig[...]

33 Oil: • control handle pivots • seat plate pivots • deck lift pivots • discharge chute hinge Generally, all moving metal parts should be oiled where contact is made with other parts. Keep oil and grease off belts and pulleys. Remember to wipe fittings and surfaces clean both before and after lubrication. Figure 24. Cleaning the Radiator &[...]

34 www.SnapperPro.com Figure 27. Deck Lift Linkage Pivots Figure 26. Control Handle Pivots & Seat Plate Pivots Figure 24. Deck Lubrication Figure 29. Suspension Pivots Figure 25. Pump Drive Idler Arm Figure 28. PTO Drive Idler Arm Lubricating the Drive Shaft Maintenance Interval: Every 250 hours. 1. Position the drive shaft so that the plug (A,[...]

35 Battery Maintenance NOTE: This unit is equipped with a maintenance-free BCIU1 battery. Removing the Floor Pan to Access the Battery: 1. (CE Models Only): Loosen and remove the floor pan retaining bolt (D, Figure 32). 2. (All Models: 2014696070 & Below): Tilt the left side of the floor pan (C) up so that the locking pins clear the holes in th[...]

36 www.SnapperPro.com Servicing the Mower Blades Removing the Mower Blade 1. To remove the mower blade, wedge a wooden block between the mower blade and the mower deck housing to keep the blade from turning and remove the mower blade mounting bolt with a 15/16” wrench (Figure 33). Inspecting the Mower Blade 1. Remove the mower blade from the unit[...]

37 Figure 38. Tightening the Mower Blade for Installation A. Mower Blade Mounting Bolt B. Flat Washer C. Mower Blade Air Lift (Points Up For Installation) D. 4 X 4 Wooden Block D A B A B Figure 36. Sharpening the Mower Blade A. Mower Blade Bevel B. Mower Blade Cutting Edge Figure 37. Balancing the Mower Blade A. Nail A Sharpening the Mower Blades 1[...]

38 www.SnapperPro.com Fuse Location The fuse block is located on the side of the instrument control panel mounted on the right hand side fuel tank. Refer to Figure 39 for the location and amperage of the fuses used in this machine. S/N:2015276814 & Below A. PTO Clutch: 20 amp fuse B. Fuel Solenoid: 20 amp fuse C. Alternator: 20 amp fuse D. Main[...]

39 Troubleshooting While normal care and regular maintenance will extend the life of your equipment, prolonged or constant use may eventually require that service be performed to allow it to continue operating properly. The troubleshooting guide below lists the most common problems, their causes and remedies. See the information on the following pa[...]

40 www.SnapperPro.com Rider Troubleshooting Continued. PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Engine runs, but rider will 1. Hydraulic release valve(s) 1. Turn valve(s) clockwise to close. not drive. in “open” position. 2. Belt is broken. 2. See Drive Belt Replacement. 3. Drive belt slips. 3. See problem and cause below. 4. Brake is not fully released. 4. See au[...]

41 Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Streaking. 1. Blades are not sharp. 1. Sharpen your blades. 2. Blades are worn down to far. 2. Replace your blades. 3. Engine speed is too slow. 3. Always mow at full throttle. 4. Ground speed is too fast. 4. Slow down. 5. Deck is plugged with g[...]

42 www.SnapperPro.com Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair Figure 41. Neutral Adjustment (LH side shown) A. Adjustment Linkage Rod B. Nuts B Figure 42. Return to Neutral Adjustment A. Return Spring B. Set Collar Neutral Adjustment If the tractor “creeps” while the ground speed control levers are locked in NEUTRAL, then it may be necessary t[...]

43 Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair Parking Brake Adjustment 1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the ignition key. 2. This unit has two brake springs (A, Figure 43). The brake springs are located under the front of the fuel tanks. Locate the brake springs. See Figure 43. 4. With the parking brake engag[...]

44 www.SnapperPro.com Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair Deck Lift Rod Timing Adjustment 1. Park the machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key. Rear tires must be inflated to 18 psi (1,24 bar); front tires to 25 psi (1,72 bar). 2. To check the lift rod timin[...]

45 Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair Deck Leveling Adjustment NOTE: Before adjusting the deck level, the deck lift rod timing must be checked and/or adjusted. Coarse Adjustment Procedure When adjusting the deck level, the coarse adjustment procedure should be used to make the majority of the adjustment and the Fine Adustment Procedure should[...]

46 www.SnapperPro.com Fine Adjustment Procedure (52” Models Only) 1. Loosen the jam nut (A, Figure 50) and turn the fine adjustment bolt (B) to adjust the deck height until the back measurement equals 4” (10,2 cm). • Turn the bolt CLOCKWISE to raise the deck. • Turn the bolt COUNTER-CLOCKWISE to lower the deck. 2. Position the outside mower[...]

47 Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacment 1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key. 2. Remove the hardware (A, Figure 51) that secures the pump guard plate (B) to the frame. Remove the [...]

48 www.SnapperPro.com 9. Install the drive belt on the idler arm pulley and check to make sure that the V-side of the belt runs in the pulley grooves. See Figure 52. 10. Carefully rotate the breaker bar CLOCKWISE and install the belt on the right pump drive pulley (B, Figure 52). Carefully release the tension on the breaker bar. 11. Reinstall the p[...]

49 Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair PTO Clutch Belt Replacment 1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key. 2. Open the hood to gain access to the PTO clutch belts (A, Figure 55) which is located on the rear of the engi[...]

50 www.SnapperPro.com Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair Mower Belt Replacement 1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key. 2. Using a 1/2” breaker bar, place the square end in the square hole located in the end of the[...]

51 Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair Check the Mower Belt Tensioner Spring Length 1. Park the machine on a smooth level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine and remove the ignition key. 2. Lower the mower deck to its lowest cutting position. 3. Measure the coil length of the mower[...]

52 www.SnapperPro.com Battery Service Checking Battery Voltage A voltmeter can be used to determine condition of battery. When engine is off, the voltmeter shows battery voltage, which should be 12 volts. When engine is running, the voltmeter shows voltage of charging circuit which normally is 13 to 14 volts. A dead battery or one too weak to start[...]

53 Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair To Starter Switch Starting V ehic le Battery T o Ground To Starter Switch Dischar ged V ehic le Battery Engine Block THIS HOOK-UP FOR NEGA TIVE GR OUND VEHICLES MAKE CERT AIN VEHICLES DO NO T T OUCH Jumper Cab le Jumper Cab le WARNING Any procedure other than the preceding could result in: (1) personal in[...]

54 www.SnapperPro.com Specifications NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. ENGINE: 20 Gross HP¹ Yanmar Make Yanmar Model 3TNM68-AFS Displacement 47.84 Cu. in (784 cc) Electrical System 12 Volt, 40 amp. Alternator, Battery: 500 CCA Oil Capacity 3.7 US Qt. (3.5 L) 24 Gross HP¹ Yanmar Make Yan[...]

55 THIS IS A 15 DEGREE SLOPE INSTRUCTIONS 1. Fold this page along the dotted line indicated above. 2. Align the left edg e of this guide with a vertical tree , a power line pole, a fence post, or any vertical structure. 3. Compare the angle of the fold with the angle of the hill. SLOPE INDENTIFICA TION GUIDE ALIGN THIS EDGE WITH A VER TICAL SURF A [...]

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Operator’ s Manual BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC. 5375 NORTH MAIN STREET MUNNSVILLE, NY 13409 800 933 6175 S175X Series Zer o- T urn Riding Mowers Not for Reproduction[...]