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Description 5900731 500ZB2648, Snapper 500Z Zero-Turn Rider with 48" Mower 5900532 500ZB2748, Snapper 500Z Zero-Turn Rider with 48" Mower 5101453 Rev J Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for ZERO-TURN RIDING MOWER Noptrfoodruction 500Z Series Re Mfg. No.
Description 5900731 500ZB2648, Snapper 500Z Zero-Turn Rider with 48" Mower 5900532 500ZB2748, Snapper 500Z Zero-Turn Rider with 48" Mower 5101453 Rev J Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for ZERO-TURN RIDING MOWER Noptrfoodruction 500Z Series Re Mfg. No.
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... safety information to make you aware of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other purpose. McDonough, GA 30253 www.snapper.com WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm....to start or operate this machine and how to the instructions in this quality-built SNAPPER product. PRODUCT REFERENCE DATA Unit Model Number Unit SERIAL Number Mower Deck Model Number Dealer Name Mower Deck SERIAL Number Date Purchased Engine Make ENGINE REFERENCE DATA Engine Model for tion Engine...
... safety information to make you aware of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other purpose. McDonough, GA 30253 www.snapper.com WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm....to start or operate this machine and how to the instructions in this quality-built SNAPPER product. PRODUCT REFERENCE DATA Unit Model Number Unit SERIAL Number Mower Deck Model Number Dealer Name Mower Deck SERIAL Number Date Purchased Engine Make ENGINE REFERENCE DATA Engine Model for tion Engine...
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... 28 p Parking Brake Adjustment 29 Return to Neutral Adjustment 30 e Deck Rod Timing Adjustment 31 Deck Leveling Adjustment 31 R Mower Belt Replacement 32 Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement 34 Battery Maintenance 35 Battery Service 36 Storage 38 Starting After Long Term Storage ...38 Troubleshooting 39 Troubleshooting the Rider 39 Troubleshooting the Mower 40 Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems ........41 Specifications 42 Slope Identification Guide 43 NOTE: In this manual, "left" and "right...
... 28 p Parking Brake Adjustment 29 Return to Neutral Adjustment 30 e Deck Rod Timing Adjustment 31 Deck Leveling Adjustment 31 R Mower Belt Replacement 32 Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement 34 Battery Maintenance 35 Battery Service 36 Storage 38 Starting After Long Term Storage ...38 Troubleshooting 39 Troubleshooting the Rider 39 Troubleshooting the Mower 40 Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems ........41 Specifications 42 Slope Identification Guide 43 NOTE: In this manual, "left" and "right...
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... (deflector) in place and working. N d Also, do not have soft soil conditions. However, if you t c start mowing. It's not worth the risk. The mower deck has spinning mower blades that could be mowed and remove objects that can injure you , the operator, use extreme caution on ALL slopes. o u Do not operate this... enter the area, shut the unit off immediately until they leave. Reduce speed and use this manual. 3 r n Thrown Objects fo tio This unit has spinning mower blades. See your ability to safely operate this machine.
... (deflector) in place and working. N d Also, do not have soft soil conditions. However, if you t c start mowing. It's not worth the risk. The mower deck has spinning mower blades that could be mowed and remove objects that can injure you , the operator, use extreme caution on ALL slopes. o u Do not operate this... enter the area, shut the unit off immediately until they leave. Reduce speed and use this manual. 3 r n Thrown Objects fo tio This unit has spinning mower blades. See your ability to safely operate this machine.
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Give yourself a minimum of two mower widths of clearance around steps and water are extremely flammable. Wheels dropping over retaining walls, edges, ditches, embankments, or into water can result in serious ... to adding fuel. Operator Safety Retaining Walls, Drop-offs, and Water Retaining walls and drop-offs around these hazards and hand-trim with a walk behind mower or string trimmer. Gasoline spills u should be cleaned up promptly and before doing any o other enclosed area that is not well ventilated. r n Gasoline and its...
Give yourself a minimum of two mower widths of clearance around steps and water are extremely flammable. Wheels dropping over retaining walls, edges, ditches, embankments, or into water can result in serious ... to adding fuel. Operator Safety Retaining Walls, Drop-offs, and Water Retaining walls and drop-offs around these hazards and hand-trim with a walk behind mower or string trimmer. Gasoline spills u should be cleaned up promptly and before doing any o other enclosed area that is not well ventilated. r n Gasoline and its...
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...If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) can affect the machines stability. All operators and mechanics should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to themselves and others from holes and hidden hazards. 3. Inspect the area where the equipment is capable of grass, ...while traveling in place. 8. Failure to obey these safety rules and follow all interlocks are functioning properly. 20. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the deflector in reverse. 7. not smoke. 18. clear path. 19. Wear appropriate clothing including ...
...If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) can affect the machines stability. All operators and mechanics should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to themselves and others from holes and hidden hazards. 3. Inspect the area where the equipment is capable of grass, ...while traveling in place. 8. Failure to obey these safety rules and follow all interlocks are functioning properly. 20. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the deflector in reverse. 7. not smoke. 18. clear path. 19. Wear appropriate clothing including ...
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... down slopes. 3. machine stops forward motion on slopes greater than 85 dBA for holes, ruts, or bumps. The operator could lose footing or balance or mower could suddenly turn on towed can cause hearing loss though extended equipment. Reduced footing or traction in speed or direction. 7. Never allow children or others...
... down slopes. 3. machine stops forward motion on slopes greater than 85 dBA for holes, ruts, or bumps. The operator could lose footing or balance or mower could suddenly turn on towed can cause hearing loss though extended equipment. Reduced footing or traction in speed or direction. 7. Never allow children or others...
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... speed control levers out of the safety interlock system. 9 Engine should you attempt to start the engine. Test 4 - Blade Brake Check Mower blades and mower drive belt should NOT crank if: • PTO switch is engaged, OR • Parking brake is not engaged, OR • Ground... where the unit or property could result in serious injury or death. Check their neutral positions before disengaging parking brake. Test 3 - If mower drive belt does not stop within five (5) seconds, see your dealer. Under no circumstance should SHUT OFF if: • Operator rises off...
... speed control levers out of the safety interlock system. 9 Engine should you attempt to start the engine. Test 4 - Blade Brake Check Mower blades and mower drive belt should NOT crank if: • PTO switch is engaged, OR • Parking brake is not engaged, OR • Ground... where the unit or property could result in serious injury or death. Check their neutral positions before disengaging parking brake. Test 3 - If mower drive belt does not stop within five (5) seconds, see your dealer. Under no circumstance should SHUT OFF if: • Operator rises off...
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...LEFT, it locks into the 4-1/2" (11,47 cm) position. The transmission oil reservoirs are located beneath the operator's seat and in front of the mower deck. ENGAGE Locks the parking brake. NOTE: To start the unit the parking brake must be supplying fuel. Fuel Level Gauge Displays the fuel level...ro Choke p Close the choke for oil level check and fill procedures. 12 www.Snapper.com Push the lever down to R open the choke. PTO (Power Take Off) Switch The PTO switch engages and disengages the mower. Always operate at FULL throttle. Fuel Shut Off Valve Turning the handle to the ...
...LEFT, it locks into the 4-1/2" (11,47 cm) position. The transmission oil reservoirs are located beneath the operator's seat and in front of the mower deck. ENGAGE Locks the parking brake. NOTE: To start the unit the parking brake must be supplying fuel. Fuel Level Gauge Displays the fuel level...ro Choke p Close the choke for oil level check and fill procedures. 12 www.Snapper.com Push the lever down to R open the choke. PTO (Power Take Off) Switch The PTO switch engages and disengages the mower. Always operate at FULL throttle. Fuel Shut Off Valve Turning the handle to the ...
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... or B p truck using two separate ramps. To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, tractor and mower free of the mower deck to ride on slopes greater than the width of the rear wheels of this tractor and mower. • Become familiar with fresh fuel. Engine Oil Dipstick B. fo tio Gasoline is still hot...
... or B p truck using two separate ramps. To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, tractor and mower free of the mower deck to ride on slopes greater than the width of the rear wheels of this tractor and mower. • Become familiar with fresh fuel. Engine Oil Dipstick B. fo tio Gasoline is still hot...
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... pin. Deck Lift Foot Pedal Rep C. Deck Lift Foot Pedal B. Pedal Mount Tab C. Operation Mowing Height Adjustment The cutting height adjustment pin (A, Figure 6) controls the mower cutting height. B 1. Cutting Height Adjustment Pin r B. To adjust pedal position: 1. Figure 7. Foot Pedal Adjustment A. Pedal Mount Hardware D. Depress the deck lift foot pedal (B) until it...
... pin. Deck Lift Foot Pedal Rep C. Deck Lift Foot Pedal B. Pedal Mount Tab C. Operation Mowing Height Adjustment The cutting height adjustment pin (A, Figure 6) controls the mower cutting height. B 1. Cutting Height Adjustment Pin r B. To adjust pedal position: 1. Figure 7. Foot Pedal Adjustment A. Pedal Mount Hardware D. Depress the deck lift foot pedal (B) until it...
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... shocks the plant's growth system and weakens the grass plants. Engage the parking brake. Start the engine (see Stopping The Rider and Engine). Set the mower cutting height (see Mowing Height Adjustment). 4. Proper Cutting Height 8. Typically, you are able to cut in the NEUTRAL position and the operator is on mowing...
... shocks the plant's growth system and weakens the grass plants. Engage the parking brake. Start the engine (see Stopping The Rider and Engine). Set the mower cutting height (see Mowing Height Adjustment). 4. Proper Cutting Height 8. Typically, you are able to cut in the NEUTRAL position and the operator is on mowing...
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... area of lawn previously cut , mow across the lawn in the opposite direction so that 1 inch of grass in a single pass 20 www.Snapper.com Where possible, make one direction, then recut the lawn by mowing perpendicular N d to keep the cut . Mowing Methods Proper Broadcast Mowing ...3. For the best results, follow these ideal mowing conditions. 4. t 2. Many golf courses use . Operation When and How Often to 2-1/2 inches. Your mower has a deep dish deck to use this method. Mow when the grass is 3-5 inches long. The size and type of the grass greatly affect the...
... area of lawn previously cut , mow across the lawn in the opposite direction so that 1 inch of grass in a single pass 20 www.Snapper.com Where possible, make one direction, then recut the lawn by mowing perpendicular N d to keep the cut . Mowing Methods Proper Broadcast Mowing ...3. For the best results, follow these ideal mowing conditions. 4. t 2. Many golf courses use . Operation When and How Often to 2-1/2 inches. Your mower has a deep dish deck to use this method. Mow when the grass is 3-5 inches long. The size and type of the grass greatly affect the...
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...preferences. Secure the trailer with climate, time of year, and quality of your lawn. Excessive towed loads can use the mower as a mulching mower during the first two or three mowings in the safety section of this manual for proper mulching operation. Carefully evaluate the surface...throttle matched with a slow ground speed so that clippings will be finely cut . Operation Proper Mulching Attaching A Trailer Mulching consists of a mower deck which cuts and recuts clippings into by-products your lawn can cause loss of traction and loss of control on slopes. UNDER PROPER ...
...preferences. Secure the trailer with climate, time of year, and quality of your lawn. Excessive towed loads can use the mower as a mulching mower during the first two or three mowings in the safety section of this manual for proper mulching operation. Carefully evaluate the surface...throttle matched with a slow ground speed so that clippings will be finely cut . Operation Proper Mulching Attaching A Trailer Mulching consists of a mower deck which cuts and recuts clippings into by-products your lawn can cause loss of traction and loss of control on slopes. UNDER PROPER ...
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... meter. Replace if damaged. 22 www.Snapper.com Regular Maintenance Regular Maintenance Maintenance Schedule The following schedule should be followed for loose hardware Check / Clean 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...
... meter. Replace if damaged. 22 www.Snapper.com Regular Maintenance Regular Maintenance Maintenance Schedule The following schedule should be followed for loose hardware Check / Clean 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...
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...: • front caster wheel axles & yokes • deck lift pivot blocks • mower deck spindles • mower deck idler arm Use grease fittings when present. N d 1. Deck Lubrication Oil: •... control handle pivots • seat plate pivots • deck lift pivots • discharge chute hinge for the other parts. o u Lubricating the Front Casters: NOTE: Front casters should be lubricated annually. p 3. Front Caster & Wheel A. 1/4-28 Bolt 24 www.Snapper...
...: • front caster wheel axles & yokes • deck lift pivot blocks • mower deck spindles • mower deck idler arm Use grease fittings when present. N d 1. Deck Lubrication Oil: •... control handle pivots • seat plate pivots • deck lift pivots • discharge chute hinge for the other parts. o u Lubricating the Front Casters: NOTE: Front casters should be lubricated annually. p 3. Front Caster & Wheel A. 1/4-28 Bolt 24 www.Snapper...
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... Measurement - See Sharpening the Mower Blades. C A B Figure 28. Mower blades are not sharp or have nicks, 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 o u 1. Remove the mower blade from previous sharpening or... wear (D, e Figure 27). Discard o the mower blade if it has any of the mower blade could be thrown into the ...
... Measurement - See Sharpening the Mower Blades. C A B Figure 28. Mower blades are not sharp or have nicks, 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 o u 1. Remove the mower blade from previous sharpening or... wear (D, e Figure 27). Discard o the mower blade if it has any of the mower blade could be thrown into the ...
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... or electric blade sharpener. 2. lbs (94 Nm). 2. Regular Maintenance Sharpening the Mower Blade CAUTION Avoid injury! Mower blades are no flats on a nail in a vise o and turn the mower blade to remove any dried grass or other debris. Keep the original bevel (A, ... end until the mower blade remains in Figure 31. Mower Blade Mounting Bolt B. See Sharpening the Mower Blades for Installation A. Sharpen the mower blade by removing an equal amount of the mower blade. Mower Blade Cutting Edge Balancing the Mower Blades CAUTION r n Avoid injury! Keep mower blades balanced. N...
... or electric blade sharpener. 2. lbs (94 Nm). 2. Regular Maintenance Sharpening the Mower Blade CAUTION Avoid injury! Mower blades are no flats on a nail in a vise o and turn the mower blade to remove any dried grass or other debris. Keep the original bevel (A, ... end until the mower blade remains in Figure 31. Mower Blade Mounting Bolt B. See Sharpening the Mower Blades for Installation A. Sharpen the mower blade by removing an equal amount of the mower blade. Mower Blade Cutting Edge Balancing the Mower Blades CAUTION r n Avoid injury! Keep mower blades balanced. N...
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...eyebolts until the arm contacts the pin. 3. See Figure 39. 5. Loosen the nuts and allow the rear of unit. Hanger Chain Adjustment mower deck. 31 Regular Maintenance Deck Rod Timing Adjustment 1. To check the lift rod timing, measure and record the distance between fo tio the rod...chains are NOT equal (greater than 1/8" (3,17 mm) difference), adjustment is in the lowest position, push the pedal by hand towards the rear of the mower deck with Step 4. t c 8. Park the machine on a flat, level surface. To ensure that the deck is required continue with the 3-1/2" side ...
...eyebolts until the arm contacts the pin. 3. See Figure 39. 5. Loosen the nuts and allow the rear of unit. Hanger Chain Adjustment mower deck. 31 Regular Maintenance Deck Rod Timing Adjustment 1. To check the lift rod timing, measure and record the distance between fo tio the rod...chains are NOT equal (greater than 1/8" (3,17 mm) difference), adjustment is in the lowest position, push the pedal by hand towards the rear of the mower deck with Step 4. t c 8. Park the machine on a flat, level surface. To ensure that the deck is required continue with the 3-1/2" side ...
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... the tension on the breaker bar. 5. See Figure 40. Measure the front tip of the stationary idler pulley (B). Lower the mower deck to -back. Carefully release the tension on the breaker bar. 7. Install the drive belt on the stationary idler pulley (B). Run the... Always wear gloves when handling blades or working near blades. 7. The front measurement should be 4" (10,2 cm), the rear measurement should be Figure 40. Mower PTO Belt A. Spindle Pulley WARNING ro Use extreme caution when rotating the idler arm with a new one. A A 8. Stationary Idler Pulley C. Slide the ...
... the tension on the breaker bar. 5. See Figure 40. Measure the front tip of the stationary idler pulley (B). Lower the mower deck to -back. Carefully release the tension on the breaker bar. 7. Install the drive belt on the stationary idler pulley (B). Run the... Always wear gloves when handling blades or working near blades. 7. The front measurement should be 4" (10,2 cm), the rear measurement should be Figure 40. Mower PTO Belt A. Spindle Pulley WARNING ro Use extreme caution when rotating the idler arm with a new one. A A 8. Stationary Idler Pulley C. Slide the ...
