Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for MID MOUNT Z-RIDER ZERO TURNING HYDRO DRIVE SERIES 1 MODELS NZM19481KWV NZM21521KWV NZM25611KWV NZM27611KH MODEL INI ;: NUMBER EXPLANATION I 1111_1431 ', I KWVl MODEL DESIGNATION ._1 J DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE MOWER ORIENTATION ENGINE HP ENGINE TYPE SERIES DESIGNATION MOWER DECK SIZE POWER UNIT N - Model Designation 19.0 - Engine Horse Power 48 - 48" Mower Width 1 - Series Designation Z - Zero Turning - Hydro Drive 21.
Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION HOUR METER SWITCH CHOKE CONTROL BLADE SWITCH ENGINE SPEED CONTROL MOTION CONTROL LEVER LEFTHAND FUELTANK RIGHT HAND FUELTANK MOTION CONTROL LEVER DECK LIFT LEVER PARKING BRAKE LEVER CONTROL PANEL (SEE INSET) DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR, DECK LIFT PEDAL FIGURE 1.1 1.
Section 2 - SAFETY MESSAGES AND SYMBOLS DANGER ! ROTATING PARTS KEEP AWAY FROM MOVING PARTS I MOTION CONTROL LEVER OPERATION I I PARKING BRAKE LEVER OPERATION I I WEARHEAR'NGPROTECT'ON TO O_F._AT : TO gT_z -_ _ O_ %_ _ F_A_ I I STARTING, WARNING OPERATION ! AVOID SERIOUS & STOPPING INJURY OF OR MACHINE DEATH I I DO_ _.
Section 2 - SAFETY MESSAGES AND SYMBOLS RUN _ T _ OFF/STOP START PULL SWITCH "UP" TO ENGAGE BLADES PUSH SWITCH "DOWN" TO DISENGAGE BLADES HOUR METER 1 I I1% l _ KEYSWITCH T I SLOW I CONTROL PANEL IDENTIFICATION I I CHOKE CONTROL ENGINE SPEED CONTROL KEEP CHILDREN AND OTHERS OUT OF MOWING AREA DANGER! ROTATING BLADES STOP I DANGER! ROTATING BLADES I I RUN IGNITION SWITCH START
Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ROLL RELEASE: To roll the machine without the engine running, pressure within the hydraulic pumps must be released, There is a hydraulic pressure relief valve on the upper side of each pump that is used to release the pressure.
Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.2.1. STARTING ENGINE NOTE: If after 5 seconds of cranking the engine does not start, release the key. Attempt starting again after waiting for approximately 20 seconds. 7, After engine starts, move the choke control to the "OFF" or no choke position. Allow a brief warm-up until engine runs smooth. 3,2,5. PARKING BRAKE 1, Engage parking brake by pulling the parking brake lever back to the engaged position. See Figure 3.7.
Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.3 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 1. Adjust cutting height, as desired, to any position, using deck lift lever. The release latch should be pulled up when lowering the deck. When raising the deck, the release latch does not have to be pulled up. IMPORTANT: 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 3.9 & 3.10. 2.
Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3,4,2, STOPPING MACHINE 1, Return motion controt lever to the neutral position & the neutral lock position. IMPORTANT: Operator must use hand assistance to bring both motion control levers to the neutral position & the neutral Iock position. 3.5 SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM CHECKS This machine is equipped with an electrical safety interlock system that is provided for the safety of the operator and others.
Section 4 - MAINTENANCE HYDRAULIC 4,3.3. RIDING MOWER - LUBRICATION 1, Front Wheel Bearings Lubricate with Kendall NLGI No. 2 lithium grease or equivalent, from a grease gun. See Figure 4.5. FLUID RESERVOIRS WHEEL FIGURE 4.6 LUBRICATE BEARINGS FIGURE 4.5 2. Hydro Pumps Check the level of the fluid in both of the fluid reservoirs. Wipe away all dirt and debris from around reservoir cap before removing. Oil must remain absolutely clean! Check with machine on a level surface with engine "OFF".
Section 4 - MAINTENANCE 4.6 DECK REMOVAL Move power unit/mower deck to an area where the mower deck is to be disconnected. Turn engine "OFF" and remove key from switch. Remove spark plug wire(s) and secure away from spark plug(s). Move motion control levers to the neutral position. Engage parking brake. WARN ING Allow engine to cool for at least ten minutes before performing service or maintenance. DO NOT smoke near fuel components when performing service or maintenance.
Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR UNHOOK TRACTION DRIVE IDLER SPRING WARNING REMOVEANTIROTATION BRACKET DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine running. STOP engine. STOP blades. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wires and secure away from spark plugs. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all parts to cool. 5.3 TRACTION BELT TENSION The traction drive belt tension does not require adjustment.
Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING RED (POSITIVE) Shield the positive terminal with terminal cover located on battery harness. This prevents metal from touching the positive terminal, which could cause sparks. Cables must be connected to battery terminals in the proper position. RED (Positive) cable must go to the ( + ) terminal. BLACK (Negative) cable must go to the ( - ) terminal.
Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for MID MOUNT Z-RIDER ZERO TURNING HYDRO DRIVE SERIES 1 IMPORTANT Snapper products are built using engines that meet or exceed all applicable emissions requirements on the date manufactured. The labels on those engines contain very important emissions information and critical safety warnings. Read, Understand, and Follow all warnings and instructions in this manual, the engine manual, and on the machine, engine and attachments.
