Operater's Manual
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.../Adding Fuel 23 Fuel Filter 23 t Oil & Filter Change 23 c Lubrication 24 o u Check Transmission Oil Level 25 Transmission Oil Filter Change 25 N d Servicing the Mower Blades 26 Ground Speed Control Lever Adjustment 28 o Speed Balancing Adjustment 28 r Neutral Adjustment 28 p Parking Brake Adjustment 29 Return to Neutral Adjustment 30 e Deck Rod...
.../Adding Fuel 23 Fuel Filter 23 t Oil & Filter Change 23 c Lubrication 24 o u Check Transmission Oil Level 25 Transmission Oil Filter Change 25 N d Servicing the Mower Blades 26 Ground Speed Control Lever Adjustment 28 o Speed Balancing Adjustment 28 r Neutral Adjustment 28 p Parking Brake Adjustment 29 Return to Neutral Adjustment 30 e Deck Rod...
Operater's Manual
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... mowed and remove objects that is equipped with an operator-present safety system. It's not worth the risk. The mower deck has spinning mower blades that the surface condition you or someone o does enter the area, shut the unit off immediately until they leave. Do NOT attempt to be.... Using the unit on the wheels) and avoid sudden turns or rapid speed changes. r n Thrown Objects fo tio This unit has spinning mower blades. If someone else. However, if you feel unsure about operating the unit on wet or slippery slopes can cause sliding, loss of steering and control...
... mowed and remove objects that is equipped with an operator-present safety system. It's not worth the risk. The mower deck has spinning mower blades that the surface condition you or someone o does enter the area, shut the unit off immediately until they leave. Do NOT attempt to be.... Using the unit on the wheels) and avoid sudden turns or rapid speed changes. r n Thrown Objects fo tio This unit has spinning mower blades. If someone else. However, if you feel unsure about operating the unit on wet or slippery slopes can cause sliding, loss of steering and control...
Operater's Manual
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... engine. Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine. 15. Allow engine to themselves and others from serious injury. Stop blades if not mowing. Never run . To reduce fire hazard, keep pets and bystanders away. 5. Failure to fo tio protect themselves , other...lower implements, disengage drives, engage parking brake, shut off the PTO switch to travel in moving parts. 3. Stop equipment and inspect blades after striking objects or abnormal vibration occurs. Use caution when operating near drop-offs. 6. not smoke. 18. This mowing deck is...
... engine. Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine. 15. Allow engine to themselves and others from serious injury. Stop blades if not mowing. Never run . To reduce fire hazard, keep pets and bystanders away. 5. Failure to fo tio protect themselves , other...lower implements, disengage drives, engage parking brake, shut off the PTO switch to travel in moving parts. 3. Stop equipment and inspect blades after striking objects or abnormal vibration occurs. Use caution when operating near drop-offs. 6. not smoke. 18. This mowing deck is...
Operater's Manual
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...-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land down slopes. 3. Do not mow slopes if you feel uneasy on it . Tow only with the blade(s) off and be run over or backed over by putting your authorized dealer for recommendations of Emissions 1. See attaching a trailer under the watchful care... holes, ruts, or bumps. available weights to the presence of exposure. Do Not 1. Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope), disengage the blade(s) (PTO) and drive slow off if children enter the area. 3. machine stops forward motion on a slope. Ignition System (Gasoline Models) 1.
...-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land down slopes. 3. Do not mow slopes if you feel uneasy on it . Tow only with the blade(s) off and be run over or backed over by putting your authorized dealer for recommendations of Emissions 1. See attaching a trailer under the watchful care... holes, ruts, or bumps. available weights to the presence of exposure. Do Not 1. Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope), disengage the blade(s) (PTO) and drive slow off if children enter the area. 3. machine stops forward motion on a slope. Ignition System (Gasoline Models) 1.
Operater's Manual
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...from moving parts or allow untrained personnel to support components when required. Disconnect the negative terminal first and the positive last. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use insulated tools. 19. Keep hands and feet away from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. 8. Unplug charger ...on a truck bed with hydraulic pumps, hoses, or motors: WARNING: Hydraulic fluid escaping under high pressure. Keep all hardware, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep all settings and adjustments. 23. Replace all fuel tank caps and fuel container caps securely. Never straighten...
...from moving parts or allow untrained personnel to support components when required. Disconnect the negative terminal first and the positive last. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use insulated tools. 19. Keep hands and feet away from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. 8. Unplug charger ...on a truck bed with hydraulic pumps, hoses, or motors: WARNING: Hydraulic fluid escaping under high pressure. Keep all hardware, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep all settings and adjustments. 23. Replace all fuel tank caps and fuel container caps securely. Never straighten...
Operater's Manual
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...injury or death. Safety RNeopt roduc Icon Hazard Alert Safety Icon Toxic Fumes Read the Manual Open Flame Hazard Amputation: Foot in Blade Amputation: Hand in Blade Keep Children Away Slippery • Parking brake is engaged, AND • Ground speed control levers are present for your safety,... do not operate it. Test 4 - These safety systems are locked in the NEUTRAL position. CAUTION Test 2 - Blade Brake Check Mower blades and mower drive belt should NOT crank if: • PTO switch is engaged, OR • Parking brake is not engaged, OR •...
...injury or death. Safety RNeopt roduc Icon Hazard Alert Safety Icon Toxic Fumes Read the Manual Open Flame Hazard Amputation: Foot in Blade Amputation: Hand in Blade Keep Children Away Slippery • Parking brake is engaged, AND • Ground speed control levers are present for your safety,... do not operate it. Test 4 - These safety systems are locked in the NEUTRAL position. CAUTION Test 2 - Blade Brake Check Mower blades and mower drive belt should NOT crank if: • PTO switch is engaged, OR • Parking brake is not engaged, OR •...
Operater's Manual
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... down, you are mowing too fast-using a slower ground speed will determine the best mowing pattern to use a slower ground efficiency of the blades and prevents many common cutting problems. Use an appropriate ground speed for the R thickness and height of the grass you are mowing too fast,... Broadcasting Mow when the grass is between three and five inches high. 2. Do not cut , mow across the lawn in a single pass 20 www.snapper.com Mow when the grass is 3-5 inches long. Cut long straight strips overlapping slightly. t 2. Engine Speed & Ground Speed for the thickness and height...
... down, you are mowing too fast-using a slower ground speed will determine the best mowing pattern to use a slower ground efficiency of the blades and prevents many common cutting problems. Use an appropriate ground speed for the R thickness and height of the grass you are mowing too fast,... Broadcasting Mow when the grass is between three and five inches high. 2. Do not cut , mow across the lawn in a single pass 20 www.snapper.com Mow when the grass is 3-5 inches long. Cut long straight strips overlapping slightly. t 2. Engine Speed & Ground Speed for the thickness and height...
Operater's Manual
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... finely cut . The surface being driven on slopes greater than 10°. Wet or slippery surfaces can cause loss of traction and loss of grass blade. This provides r short clippings which decompose properly (much more than 200 lbs (91kg). Start with R a high cutting height and using a slower ground speed is ... Engine Speed & Ground Speed for proper mulching operation. See SLOPE OPERATION and TOWED EQUIPMENT in the spring. UNDER PROPER CONDITIONS, your lawn. The long grass blades, quick growth, and often wetter conditions are more horsepower t c than longer clippings).
... finely cut . The surface being driven on slopes greater than 10°. Wet or slippery surfaces can cause loss of traction and loss of grass blade. This provides r short clippings which decompose properly (much more than 200 lbs (91kg). Start with R a high cutting height and using a slower ground speed is ... Engine Speed & Ground Speed for proper mulching operation. See SLOPE OPERATION and TOWED EQUIPMENT in the spring. UNDER PROPER CONDITIONS, your lawn. The long grass blades, quick growth, and often wetter conditions are more horsepower t c than longer clippings).
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...Check Rider Brakes Every 25 Hours Check Rider / Mower for normal care of your rider and mower. Replace if damaged. 22 www.snapper.com Determining operating time is easily accomplished by observing the elapsed time recorded by the hour meter. Check / Replace Spark Plugs Check ...Cooling Fins & Intake* Check Transmission Oil Level Every 50 Hours Every 25 Hours Check / Clean Spark Arrester** Clean Deck & Check / Replace Mower Blades* Refer to keep a record of your operating time. You will need to Engine Owner's Operator's Manual Lubricate Rider & Mower* Service Air Filter ...
...Check Rider Brakes Every 25 Hours Check Rider / Mower for normal care of your rider and mower. Replace if damaged. 22 www.snapper.com Determining operating time is easily accomplished by observing the elapsed time recorded by the hour meter. Check / Replace Spark Plugs Check ...Cooling Fins & Intake* Check Transmission Oil Level Every 50 Hours Every 25 Hours Check / Clean Spark Arrester** Clean Deck & Check / Replace Mower Blades* Refer to keep a record of your operating time. You will need to Engine Owner's Operator's Manual Lubricate Rider & Mower* Service Air Filter ...
Operater's Manual
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..., sharpen greater than .5" (12,7 mm) of the spindle shaft and remove the mower blade mounting bolt with new mower blade.) 26 www.snapper.com D. Inspect the mower blade (Figures 27 & 28). Discard o the mower blade if it has any of the mower blade could be thrown into the operator's or bystander's area, resulting in Dangerous Condition...
..., sharpen greater than .5" (12,7 mm) of the spindle shaft and remove the mower blade mounting bolt with new mower blade.) 26 www.snapper.com D. Inspect the mower blade (Figures 27 & 28). Discard o the mower blade if it has any of the mower blade could be thrown into the operator's or bystander's area, resulting in Dangerous Condition...
Operater's Manual
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... proper sharpening e instructions. Flat Washer C. Sharpen the mower blade by removing an equal amount of the mower blade. 3. DO NOT change the mower blade bevel. 4. Balance the mower blades before installing. Sharpening the Mower Blade A. Mower Blade Bevel B. Reinstalling the Mower Blades 1. lbs (94 Nm). 2. Figure 31. Mower Blade Air Lift (Points Up For Installation) D. 4 X 4 Wooden Block 27...
... proper sharpening e instructions. Flat Washer C. Sharpen the mower blade by removing an equal amount of the mower blade. 3. DO NOT change the mower blade bevel. 4. Balance the mower blades before installing. Sharpening the Mower Blade A. Mower Blade Bevel B. Reinstalling the Mower Blades 1. lbs (94 Nm). 2. Figure 31. Mower Blade Air Lift (Points Up For Installation) D. 4 X 4 Wooden Block 27...
Operater's Manual
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... the idler arm o (A, Figures 41). Carefully release the tension on the stationary idler pulley (B). Regular Maintenance CAUTION A Avoid injury! Always wear gloves when handling blades or working near blades. 7. See Figure 40. A A 8. The front measurement should be 4" (10,2 cm), the rear measurement should be Figure 40. Park the tractor on the belt... a concrete floor. Idler Arm B. Carefully rotate the breaker bar CLOCKWISE and install the belt on the breaker bar. 7. Reinstall the mower deck guards. 8. A D 32 www.snapper.com
... the idler arm o (A, Figures 41). Carefully release the tension on the stationary idler pulley (B). Regular Maintenance CAUTION A Avoid injury! Always wear gloves when handling blades or working near blades. 7. See Figure 40. A A 8. The front measurement should be 4" (10,2 cm), the rear measurement should be Figure 40. Park the tractor on the belt... a concrete floor. Idler Arm B. Carefully rotate the breaker bar CLOCKWISE and install the belt on the breaker bar. 7. Reinstall the mower deck guards. 8. A D 32 www.snapper.com
Operater's Manual
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...See Brake Adjustment. 2. Cause Remedy 1. 1. 2. 3. 4. 1. 2. 3. 4. 1. 2. 1. 2. Discharge chute jamming t with correct belt. 1. o u Mower blades, arbors, or pulleys are loose. Decrease Ground Speed. 3. Cut grass with mower engaged. Locate & repair damaged wire. 2. Rider drive belt slips. 1. Improper tire inflation...1. Battery voltage too low. 3. Rider steers or handles poorly. 3. Remedy 1. See Battery Maintenance section. 40 www.snapper.com Troubleshooting Rider Troubleshooting Continued. p Using incorrect belt. Mower drive belt slips or fails to 70 ft.lbs. (...
...See Brake Adjustment. 2. Cause Remedy 1. 1. 2. 3. 4. 1. 2. 3. 4. 1. 2. 1. 2. Discharge chute jamming t with correct belt. 1. o u Mower blades, arbors, or pulleys are loose. Decrease Ground Speed. 3. Cut grass with mower engaged. Locate & repair damaged wire. 2. Rider drive belt slips. 1. Improper tire inflation...1. Battery voltage too low. 3. Rider steers or handles poorly. 3. Remedy 1. See Battery Maintenance section. 40 www.snapper.com Troubleshooting Rider Troubleshooting Continued. p Using incorrect belt. Mower drive belt slips or fails to 70 ft.lbs. (...
Operater's Manual
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...CUTTING PROBLEMS PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Streaking 1. Not overlapping cutting rows enough. 7. Sharpen your blades. 2. Reinstall the blades correctly. Deck is plugged with grass clippings. 4. Mower spindle is damaged. 5. Blades are installed incorrectly. 1. Ground speed is plugged with grass. 6. Deck is too ...Stingers 1. Roll or level the lawn. 2. Deck is set too 2. Repair or replace the spindle. 7. When turning your blades. 3. Mower deck cutting height is not levelled correctly. 4. Ground speed is low or uneven. 5. Correctly level the deck...
...CUTTING PROBLEMS PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Streaking 1. Not overlapping cutting rows enough. 7. Sharpen your blades. 2. Reinstall the blades correctly. Deck is plugged with grass clippings. 4. Mower spindle is damaged. 5. Blades are installed incorrectly. 1. Ground speed is plugged with grass. 6. Deck is too ...Stingers 1. Roll or level the lawn. 2. Deck is set too 2. Repair or replace the spindle. 7. When turning your blades. 3. Mower deck cutting height is not levelled correctly. 4. Ground speed is low or uneven. 5. Correctly level the deck...
Operater's Manual
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... product after it shall thereafter be considered as filters, belts, cutting blades, and brake pads (except engine brake pads) are covered by the Emissions Warranty Statement. ** In Australia - There is available only through SNAPPER Authorized Service Dealers. Some states or countries do not allow limitations on... equipment used for primary power in our dealer locator map at WWW.SNAPPER. For warranty service, find the nearest Authorized Service Dealer in the Operator's Manual. Save your proof of a part or the ...
... product after it shall thereafter be considered as filters, belts, cutting blades, and brake pads (except engine brake pads) are covered by the Emissions Warranty Statement. ** In Australia - There is available only through SNAPPER Authorized Service Dealers. Some states or countries do not allow limitations on... equipment used for primary power in our dealer locator map at WWW.SNAPPER. For warranty service, find the nearest Authorized Service Dealer in the Operator's Manual. Save your proof of a part or the ...
Parts Manual
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...& Mount Group - S/N: 2016499706 & Below o c Seat Mount & Floor Group - S/N: 2016499707 & Above F u Wheel & Tire Group t d Wiring Schematic - 400Z Series S/N: 2016499706 & Below o o Wiring Schematic - 400Z Series S/N: 2016499707 & Above NR e p r Torque Specification Chart 34 36 40 42 44 46 48 50 52 54 56 Copyright © Briggs and Stratton... Tank 28 Hydraulic Group 30 Instrument & Control Panel Group - All Rights reserved 3 29-Jul-2018 Housing, Covers, Spindles & Blades 8 48" Mower Deck Group - Brand & Model 12 Decals - Hanger Chains 4 48" (122 cm) Mower Deck Group -
...& Mount Group - S/N: 2016499706 & Below o c Seat Mount & Floor Group - S/N: 2016499707 & Above F u Wheel & Tire Group t d Wiring Schematic - 400Z Series S/N: 2016499706 & Below o o Wiring Schematic - 400Z Series S/N: 2016499707 & Above NR e p r Torque Specification Chart 34 36 40 42 44 46 48 50 52 54 56 Copyright © Briggs and Stratton... Tank 28 Hydraulic Group 30 Instrument & Control Panel Group - All Rights reserved 3 29-Jul-2018 Housing, Covers, Spindles & Blades 8 48" Mower Deck Group - Brand & Model 12 Decals - Hanger Chains 4 48" (122 cm) Mower Deck Group -
Parts Manual
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Housing, Covers, Spindles & Blades Note: Unless noted otherwise, use the standard torque specifications Mfg. All Rights reserved 8 29-Jul-2018 No: 5900528 NRo te pFroord u c t i o n Copyright © Briggs and Stratton. 48" Mower Deck Group -
Housing, Covers, Spindles & Blades Note: Unless noted otherwise, use the standard torque specifications Mfg. All Rights reserved 8 29-Jul-2018 No: 5900528 NRo te pFroord u c t i o n Copyright © Briggs and Stratton. 48" Mower Deck Group -
Parts Manual
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...X 3/8 BLACK POLY, 8.00 LG SPRING, TORSION CAP, PROTECTOR, .120 ID 5600631 1 DECK SHELL W/ DECALS, 48" DECK, 400Z -(S/N: 2016167623 & ABOVE) 5410344A 1 PLATE, DEFLECTOR - Housing, Covers, Spindles & Blades REF NO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23... 5025011X6 6 BOLT, 5/16-18 X 3/4 GD5 5025159 3 WASHER, 5/8 USS 5025320X14 3 BOLT, 5/8-11 X 1-3/4 GR8 5101004 1 SAFETY WALK, 4.00 X 7.50 5101986S 3 BLADES, SET OF THREE (3); 16.25 X.25 X 2.5, 1 X 3.5 5023156 12 BOLT, 5/16-18 X 1-1/4" FLANGE 5025392 14 NUT, 5/16-18 HEX NYLOCK FLANGE 5061095 3 ...
...X 3/8 BLACK POLY, 8.00 LG SPRING, TORSION CAP, PROTECTOR, .120 ID 5600631 1 DECK SHELL W/ DECALS, 48" DECK, 400Z -(S/N: 2016167623 & ABOVE) 5410344A 1 PLATE, DEFLECTOR - Housing, Covers, Spindles & Blades REF NO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23... 5025011X6 6 BOLT, 5/16-18 X 3/4 GD5 5025159 3 WASHER, 5/8 USS 5025320X14 3 BOLT, 5/8-11 X 1-3/4 GR8 5101004 1 SAFETY WALK, 4.00 X 7.50 5101986S 3 BLADES, SET OF THREE (3); 16.25 X.25 X 2.5, 1 X 3.5 5023156 12 BOLT, 5/16-18 X 1-1/4" FLANGE 5025392 14 NUT, 5/16-18 HEX NYLOCK FLANGE 5061095 3 ...
Parts Manual
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..., SAE 20W50 -(LOCATED UNDER SEAT PLATE) 5048970 1 DECAL, IGNITION CONTROL 5100342 1 DECAL, FUEL VALVE -(LOCATED ON BRACKET BEHIND RH SIDE OF SEAT) 5103196YP 1 DECAL, BELT & BLADE, S50X iCD -(LOCATED UNDER SEAT PLATE) 5101315 1 DECAL, CUT HEIGHT, S50X 5101991 2 DECAL, TRANSAXLE RELEASE -(LOCATED ON LH & RH DECK GUARDS) ----- 1 LABEL, EMISSION CONTROL CALIF...
..., SAE 20W50 -(LOCATED UNDER SEAT PLATE) 5048970 1 DECAL, IGNITION CONTROL 5100342 1 DECAL, FUEL VALVE -(LOCATED ON BRACKET BEHIND RH SIDE OF SEAT) 5103196YP 1 DECAL, BELT & BLADE, S50X iCD -(LOCATED UNDER SEAT PLATE) 5101315 1 DECAL, CUT HEIGHT, S50X 5101991 2 DECAL, TRANSAXLE RELEASE -(LOCATED ON LH & RH DECK GUARDS) ----- 1 LABEL, EMISSION CONTROL CALIF...
Parts Manual
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...-Jul-2018 BLACK 1737853 1 SWITCH ASSEMBLY, Ignition Indak No Keys/Hdwr ----- 1 HOUR METER, ASSEMBLE -(S/N: 2015551938 & Above)(*See Footnote) 5102417 1 HOUR METER -(S/N: 2015551937 & Below) 5022180 1 SWITCH, BLADE ENGAGEMENT 5046501 1 CABLE, Choke Control, 47" -(Briggs & Stratton Models Only) 5047143 1 CABLE, CHOKE CONTROL, 39.5" 5025299X4SM 2 n 1717549 1 r t i o 1717550 1 1960547 1 o c 1737836 1 5025299X4SM 1 t F d u 1665238 1 NRo e p r o 5025126 1 -(Kawasaki...
...-Jul-2018 BLACK 1737853 1 SWITCH ASSEMBLY, Ignition Indak No Keys/Hdwr ----- 1 HOUR METER, ASSEMBLE -(S/N: 2015551938 & Above)(*See Footnote) 5102417 1 HOUR METER -(S/N: 2015551937 & Below) 5022180 1 SWITCH, BLADE ENGAGEMENT 5046501 1 CABLE, Choke Control, 47" -(Briggs & Stratton Models Only) 5047143 1 CABLE, CHOKE CONTROL, 39.5" 5025299X4SM 2 n 1717549 1 r t i o 1717550 1 1960547 1 o c 1737836 1 5025299X4SM 1 t F d u 1665238 1 NRo e p r o 5025126 1 -(Kawasaki...