Snapper HZT21481BV manual

Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your machine, read this manual carefully and p ay p articular attention to the "IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" on Pages 2 - 4. Remember that all power equip- ment can be dangerous if used improperly . Also keep in mind that SAFET[...]

2 ! ! IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS W ARNING: This powerful cutting machine is capable of amput ating hands and feet and can throw object s that can cause injury and damage! Failure to comply with the following SAFETY instructions could result in serious injury or death to the operator or other persons. The owner of the machine must underst and th[...]

3 ! ! IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PREP ARA TION (Continued From Previous Page) 7. Keep people and pet s out of mowing area. Immediately STOP blades, STOP engine, and STOP machine if anyone enters the area. 8. Check shields, deflectors, switches, blade controls and other safety devices frequently for proper operation and location. 9. Make sure al[...]

4 ! ! IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TOWING 1. T ow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing. DO NOT att ach towed equipment except at the hitch point. 2. Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for weight limit s for towed equipment and towing on slopes. 3. DO NOT allow children or others on towed equipment. 4. On slopes, the[...]

5 T ABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4 T ABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 SECTION 1 - F AMILIARIZA TION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

6 Section 1 - F AMILIARIZA TION IMPORT ANT The figures and illustrations in this manual are provided for reference only and may differ from your specific model. Cont act your Snapper dealer if you have questions. FIGURE 1.1 1.1 INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared for the operators of the SNAPPER MID MOUNT ZERO TURNING HYDRO DRIVE. Its purpos[...]

7 Section 2 - SAFETY MESSAGES AND SYMBOLS DANGER ! ROT A TING P ARTS KEEP A W A Y FROM MOVING P ARTS W ARNING ! GUARD OR GRASS CA TCHER MUST BE INST ALLED P ARKING BRAKE LEVER OPERA TION MOTION CONTROL LEVER OPERA TION WEAR HEARING PROTECTION W ARNING ! A VOID SERIOUS INJUR Y OR DEA TH[...]

8 Section 2 - SAFETY MESSAGES AND SYMBOLS DANGER! ROT A TING BLADES FUEL GAUGE (2) CONTROL P ANEL IDENTIFICA TION DANGER! ROT A TING BLADES KEEP CHILDREN AND OTHERS OUT OF MOWING AREA FUEL T ANK SELECT IGNITION SWITCH STOP RUN ST ART[...]

3.1 PRE-ST ART CHECK LIST Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up. 3.1.1. Check tires and add or release air as needed to bring pressure to 12 psi in drive tires. Pressure in front caster wheels should be 25 psi. 3.1.2. Check guards, deflectors and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tightened. [...]

10 Section 3 - OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS Section 3 - OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS ROLL RELEASE: T o roll the machine without the engine running, pressure within the hydraulic pump s must be released. There is a hydraulic pressure relief valve on the upper side of each pump that is used to release the pressure. Use a wrench to rot ate both relief valves co[...]

11 Section 3 - OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS Section 3 - OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS 3.2.2. STOPPING ENGINE 1. S top engine by turning key to "ST OP" position. Move engine speed to the T urtle "SLOW" position and turn key to "STOP". See Figure 3.6. 3.2.3. ST ARTING MOWER BLADES 1. S t art engine and set engine speed control to t[...]

12 Section 3 - OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS 3.3 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 1. Adjust cutting height, as desired, to any position, using deck lift lever . IMPORT ANT : There is a foot assist pedal located to the right front side of the footrest. Always use this assist pedal to raise or lower the deck to the desired cutting height. See Figure 3.10. 2. Inse[...]

13 Section 3 - OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS 3.4.2. STOPPING MACHINE 1. Return motion control levers to the neutral position & the neutral lock position. IMPORT ANT : Operator must use hand assistance to bring both motion control levers to the neutral position & the neutral lock position. 2. Engage parking brake. 3. Push Blade Switch down to the [...]

14 Section 4 - MAINTENANCE 4.1 INTRODUCTION T o retain the quality of the SNAPPER mower , use gen- uine SNAPPER replacement part s only . Contact a local SNAPPER dealer for part s and service assis- tance. For the correct p art or information for a particu- lar SNAPPER mower , always mention the model and serial number . SNAPPER recommends returnin[...]

15 Section 4 - MAINTENANCE 4.2.3. CHECK MOWER DRIVE BEL T 1. Lower deck to lowest setting. 2. Remove footrest. See Figure 4.3. 3. Removal of footrest will allow access to mower drive belt. 4. Check the belt tension. If belt is frayed, slit, sev- ered or belt strands exposed, replace belt before oper- ating mower . Refer to Section "MOWER DRIVE[...]

16 Section 4 - MAINTENANCE 4.3.3. RIDING MOWER - LUBRICA TION 1. Front Wheel Bearings Lubricate with Kendall NLGI No. 2 lithium grease or equivalent, from a grease gun. See Figure 4.5. 2. Hydro Pumps Check the level of the fluid in the fluid reservoir . Wipe away all dirt and debris from around reservoir cap before removing. Oil must remain absolut[...]

17 Section 4 - MAINTENANCE 4.5 ANNUALL Y (END OF EACH SEASON) (Continued from previous Page) 4.5.2. FUEL FIL TER Service fuel filter as instructed below . T urn key to "OFF" position. Engine MUST be stopped and MUST be cold before removing filter . Clamp fuel line to pre- vent fuel spillage or perform filter change when fuel tank and fuel[...]

18 Section 4 - MAINTENANCE 4.6 DECK REMOV AL (Continued from previous p age) 4. Remove inside nuts that secure chain to front lift arm. See Figure 4.10. 5. Remove inside nuts that secure chain to rear lif t arm. See Figure 4.1 1. 6. Remove mower drive belt from around blade clutch pulley . Refer to Section “MOWER DRIVE BEL T REPLACEMENT AND ADJUS[...]

19 Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REP AIR 5.1 NEUTRAL POSITION ADJUSTMENTS The motion control levers control the movement and stopping of the machine. Move the control levers to the center or neutral position to stop machine. IMPORT ANT : Always return both motion control levers with hand assist ance to the neutral posi- tion. If machine does not co[...]

20 Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REP AIR 5.1 NEUTRAL POSITION ADJUSTMENTS (Continued From Previous Page) 12. With motion control levers remaining in the neutral lock position, See Figure 3.7, hold connecting rod up to the activation assembly and check length of rod. T ie rod end bolt must align with the activation assembly . If bolt is not aligned [...]

21 Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REP AIR 5.2.1. MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT (LEVELNESS) SIDE to SIDE and FRONT to REAR 8. Move deck lift lever and set the mower deck to the highest cutting position and recheck side to side blade tip dimensions. The dif ference between the two should be 1/8" or less. NOTE: The deck timing rod is preset at the factory[...]

22 Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REP AIR 5.3 TRACTION BEL T TENSION The traction drive belt tension does not require adjustment. If the belt is slipping, it will have to be replaced. 5.4 TRACTION BEL T REPLACEMENT 1. Remove mower drive belt from around clutch pul- ley . See Figure 5.10. Refer to Section "MOWER DRIVE BEL T REPLACEMENT AND ADJUS[...]

23 Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REP AIR 5.6a MOTION LEVER HANDLEBAR ALIGNMENT Handlebars of both left and right Motion Control Levers should be aligned when levers are dropped from their neutral lock positions. See Figure 5.12a. If bars are not aligned: 1. Loosen bolts that secure handlebar adjustment brackets to lever blocks, and adjust handlebar[...]

24 Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REP AIR 5.8 ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS & REP AIR Refer to the engine owner's manual for engine adjust- ments and/or rep airs. 5.9 MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT 5.9.1. BLADE WEAR LIMITS 1. Inspect blade frequently for signs of excessive wear or damage. Replace blade when it reaches the wear limit. See Figure 5.14. 5.9.2. [...]

25 Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REP AIR 5.10 BA TTER Y 5.10.1. BA TTER Y REMOV AL 1. Remove battery retainer . See Figure 5.17. 2. Slide terminal cover away from positive terminal. 3. Observe and note cable positions on battery . Disconnect cables from battery terminals, disconnect- ing BLACK (Negative) cable first and RED (Positive) last. Retain [...]

26 Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REP AIR 5.10.4. BA TTER Y TESTING 1. Remove battery . Refer to Section "BA TTERY REMOV AL". 2. Using a voltmeter , check the battery's state of charge by comparing the voltmeter reading with the chart below . (Remember to hook the positive (red) lead of the voltmeter to the battery's positive ter[...]

27 Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REP AIR 5.1 1 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM, PURGING After replacing or rep airing hydraulic system compo- nents, one or both of the wheel drives may not pull properly . This is likely to be caused by air entrapped in the system. If you experience a pulling issue after completing repairs, perform the following procedure to purge[...]

28 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION St arter Will Not Crank Engine 1. Battery dead. 1. Service battery . 2. Blown fuse. 2. Replace fuse. 3. Electrical connections loose or corroded. 3. Clean and check connections for good contact. 4. Defective ignition switch. 4. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer . Engine Will Not St art 1. [...]

29 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Machine Will Not Move Loss Of T raction 1. Motion Control Levers in the neutral "N" position. 1. Move Motion Controls to desired speed position. 2. Hydro. Pumps in roll release setting. 2. T ighten relief valves. 3. Low transmission hydraulic oil level. 3. Bring hydraulic oil to [...]

30 SER VICE SCHEDULE ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED REF . NUMBER EACH USE 5 HRS 25 HRS 50 HRS 100 HRS EACH SEASON Engine Oil Check Oil Level Page 9 X Initial Oil Change Page 14 X Periodic Oil Change Page 15 X* Air Cleaner Clean or Replace Engine Manual X** Sp ark Plug Replace Engine Manual X Fuel Filter Replace Page 17 X Engine Cooling System Clean Shroud [...]

31 2 YEAR LIMITED W ARRANTY For two (2) years from purchase date for the original purchaser's residential, non-commercial use, SNAPPER , through any authorized SNAPPER dealer will replace, free of charge (except for taxes where applicable), any p art or part s found upon examination by the factory at McDonough, Georgia, to be defective in mate[...]

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36 SNAPPER PRODUCT REGISTRA TION FORM IMPOR T ANT : KEEP THIS INFORMA TION FOR YOUR PERSONAL RECORDS (Complete the following information on your Snapper pur chase) Model Number_________________________________________________________ Serial Number _________________________________________________________ Date of Pur chase___________________________[...]

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40 COPYRIGHT © 2005 SNAPPER - A DIVISION OF SIMPLICITY MFG ., INC. ALL RIGHTS RESER VED IMPORT ANT Snapper product s are built using engines that meet or exceed all applicable emissions requirement s on the date manufactured. The labels on those engines cont ain very import ant emissions information and critical safety warnings. Read, Underst and,[...]