Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for LARGE FRAME MID-MOUNT Z-RIDER ZERO TURNING HYDRO DRIVE SERIES 4 MODELS NZMX30614KH NZMX32734BV MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION N Z M X 32 73 4 BV MODEL DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE MOWER ORIENTATION LARGE FRAME MODEL N - Model Designation X - Large Frame Z - Zero Turning - Hydro Drive 30.0 - Engine Power M - Mid Mount Mower 32.
! IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ! WARNING: This powerful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects 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 understand these instructions and must allow only persons who understand these instructions to operate machine.
! IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ! PREPARATION PREPARATION 1. Read, understand and follow instructions and warnings in this manual and on the machine, engine and attachments. Know the controls, the safety signs and the proper use of the machine before starting. If the operators or mechanics cannot read English, it is the owner’s responsibility to explain this material to them. 2. Only mature, responsible persons shall operate or service the machine and only after proper instruction and training.
! IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ! OPERATION MAINTENANCE (Continued From Previous Page) 7. Blades must be OFF except when cutting grass. Set blades in highest position when mowing over rough ground. 8. Keep hands and feet away from rotating blades underneath deck. DO NOT place foot on ground while BLADES are ON or machine is in motion. 9. DO NOT operate machine without entire grass catcher or guards in place. DO NOT point discharge at people, passing cars, windows or doors. 10.
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4 TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 STATEMENT OF USAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 ENGINE POWER RATING INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 SECTION 2 –SAFETY MESSAGES AND SYMBOLS . . . .7-9 SECTION 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . .10-14 Pre-start Checklist . . . . . . . .
Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION HOUR METER KEY SWITCH HEADLIGHT SWITCH CHOKE CONTROL BLADE SWITCH ROLL BAR PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE ENGINE SPEED CONTROL OPERATOR’S SEAT MOTION CONTROL LEVER SEAT BELT RIGHT HAND FUEL TANK MOTION CONTROL LEVER LEFT HAND FUEL TANK PARKING BRAKE LEVER DECK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT PIN CONTROL PANEL (see inset) DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR HEADLIGHTS DECK LIFT PEDAL FIGURE 1.1 1.1 INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared for the operator’s of the SNAPPER MID MOUNT Z-RIDER.
Section 2 - SAFETY MESSAGES AND SYMBOLS DANGER ! ROTATING PARTS KEEP AWAY FROM MOVING PARTS MOTION CONTROL LEVER OPERATION PARKING BRAKE LEVER OPERATION WEAR HEARING PROTECTION WARNING ! AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH STARTING, OPERATION & STOPPING OF MACHINE 7
Section 2 - SAFETY MESSAGES AND SYMBOLS CONTROL PANEL IDENTIFICATION DANGER! ROTATING BLADES KEEP CHILDREN AND OTHERS OUT OF MOWING AREA FUEL TANK SELECT RUN START STOP FUEL GAUGE (2) IGNITION SWITCH 8
Section 2 - SAFETY MESSAGES AND SYMBOLS ROLL BAR PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE DECALS WARNING Cutting Hazard Fans rotate while engine is running. Keep away while engine is running. ATTENCION Peligro de corte Los ventiladores giran mientras el motor esta funcionando. Mantengase lejos mientras el motor esta funcionando.
Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.1 PRE-START 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. 3.1.3. Check engine oil and add oil as needed to bring level up to the FULL mark.
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. Use a wrench to rotate both relief valves counter clockwise two full turns to open. After rolling machine, both relief valves must be rotated clockwise to close valves and tighten securely before operating machine.
Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.2.5. PARKING BRAKE 1. Engage parking brake by pulling the parking brake lever back to the engaged position. See Figure 3.7. NOTE: Engaging parking brake prior to placing motion control levers in the neutral lock position will cause engine to die. See Figure. 3.7. 2. Release parking brake by pushing parking brake lever forward to the released position. See Figure 3.8. 3.2.1. STARTING ENGINE NOTE: If after 5 seconds of cranking the engine does not start, release the key.
Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.3 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 1. Depress deck lift pedal fully to lock deck in transport position. See Figure 3.9. 2. Insert stop pin to desired cutting height. See Figure 3.10. 3. Depress deck lift pedal while flipping back transport lever, and slowly release pedal to lower deck. See Figure 3.11. NOTE: The engine does not have to be running to adjust cutting height.
Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.4.2. STOPPING MACHINE 1. Return motion control levers 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 lock position. 5. Raise and lock roll bar as soon as clearance permits. IMPORTANT: DO NOT use seat belt when roll bar is folded. ! WARNING ! There is no roll-over protection when roll bar is folded.
Section 4 3 - MAINTENANCE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4.1 INTRODUCTION To retain the quality of the SNAPPER mower, use genuine SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact a local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. For the correct part or information for a particular SNAPPER mower, always mention the model and serial number. SNAPPER recommends returning the mower to an authorized SNAPPER dealer annually for inspection and addition of any new devices, which might upgrade the safety of the mower.
Section 4 3 - MAINTENANCE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4.2.3. CHECK MOWER DRIVE BELT 1. Lower deck to lowest setting. 2. Remove footrest. See Figure 4.3. 3. Removal of footrest will allow access to deck belt. 4. Check the belt tension. The idler pulleys and springs provide proper tension and require no adjustments. If belt is frayed, slit, severed or belt strands exposed, replace belt before operating mower. 4. Clean Mower Deck a. Remove key from ignition switch. b.
Section 4 3 - MAINTENANCE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 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. HYDRAULIC FLUID RESERVOIRS FRONT 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.
Section 4 3 - MAINTENANCE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ! 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 lock position. Engage parking brake. ! WARNING 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 4 3 - MAINTENANCE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ! WARNING 8. Remove engine to deck belt from around deck pulley. NOTE: Disconnecting engine to deck belt idler spring may assist in removing belt. See Figure 5.13. 9. Remove bolts and nuts to disconnect both stabilizers from mower deck and power unit. See Figure 4.12. ! DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine running. STOP engine. STOP blades. Set parking brake. Remove key.
Section 5 3 - ADJUSTMENTS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS & REPAIR ! WARNING 10. If wheel(s) are rotating, loosen the hydro pump activation assembly retaining screw. Move activation assembly forward or rearward to stop rotation of wheel. Retighten retaining screw. Repeat this step for other hydro pump. See Figure 5.3. NOTE: On some pumps, the retaining screw is located on the upper half of the activation assembly. 11. Stop engine.
Section 5 3 - ADJUSTMENTS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS & REPAIR 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. Tie rod end bolt must align with the activation assembly. If bolt is not aligned with the activation assembly, adjust tie rod. Loosen jam nut that secures tie rod.
Section 5 3 - ADJUSTMENTS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS & REPAIR ! WARNING ! DECK TIMING ROD NO ADJUSTMENT REQUIRED 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. 5.2.1. MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT (LEVELNESS) SIDE to SIDE and FRONT to REAR 8.
Section Section35--OPERATING ADJUSTMENTS INSTRUCTIONS & REPAIR ! WARNING ! ENGINE PULLEY (ABOVE CLUTCH) TRACTION BELT ROUTING 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. STATIONARY IDLER TENSIONING IDLER 5.
Section 5 3 - ADJUSTMENTS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS & REPAIR 5.6 TRACKING ADJUSTMENT If the machine does not track straight when the Motion Control Levers are in the maximum forward speed position, perform the following adjustment. Rear tire pressure must be set to 12 PSI before making this adjustment. 1. Loosen bolts that secure adjustment plates and slide plates all the way forward. Retighten bolts. 2. Start machine and drive in smooth flat open area at maximum forward speed. 3.
Section 5 3 - ADJUSTMENTS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS & REPAIR 5.8 ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR Refer to the engine owner's manual for engine adjustments and/or repairs. BLADE MOUNTING NUT 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. BLADE PULLEY SPINDLE ASSEMBLY 5.9.2. BLADE SHARPENING 1. Remove blade. See Figure 5.15. 2. Inspect condition of blade. See Figure 5.14. 3.
Section 5 3 - ADJUSTMENTS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS & REPAIR ! ! WARNING 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.
Section 5 3 - ADJUSTMENTS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS & REPAIR 5.10.4. BATTERY TESTING 1. Remove battery. Refer to Section "BATTERY REMOVAL". 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 terminal, and the negative lead to the negative terminal.) ! ! 12.80v 100% Charged 12.60v 75% Charged 12.40v 50% Charged 12.10v 25% Charged 11.
Section 5 3 - ADJUSTMENTS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS & REPAIR 5.11 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM, PURGING After replacing or repairing hydraulic system components, 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 the air from one or both of the hydraulic drive systems.
Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Starter Will Not PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. 2. 3. 4. Battery dead. Blown fuse. Electrical connections loose or corroded. Defective ignition switch. 1. 2. 3. 4. Service battery. Replace fuse. Clean and check connections for good contact. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Blade engagement switch in the "ON" position. Park brake not set or Operator not seated. Motion Controls not in Neutral Lock Position.
Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Machine Will Not Move 1. Motion Control Levers in the neutral "N" position. 1. Move Motion Controls to desired speed position. Loss Of Traction Blade(s) Not Cutting Cutting Grass Improperly 2. Hydro. Pumps in roll release setting. 2. Tighten relief valves. 3. Low transmission hydraulic oil level. 3. Bring hydraulic oil to proper level. 4. Parking Brake engaged. 4. Move parking brake to disengaged position.
Section 3 SCHEDULE SERVICE - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ITEM SERVICE REF.
2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For two (2) years from purchase date for the original purchaser's use, SNAPPER, through any authorized SNAPPER dealer will replace, free of charge (except for taxes where applicable), any part or parts found upon examination by the factory at McDonough, Georgia, to be defective in material or workmanship or both.
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Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for LARGE FRAME MID-MOUNT Z-RIDER ZERO TURNING HYDRO DRIVE SERIES 4 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.
