Snapper 5900748 Owner's manual

Brand: Snapper

Model: 5900748

Category: Lawnmowers

Type: Owner's manual

This manual is also suitable for

ZERO-TURN MOWERS

355Z

5900748 355ZB2654, 26HP

5900755 355ZB2654FC, 26HP

5101461

Revision IR

Rev.Date 2/2008

TP100-7370-1R-HZ-N

Thankyou for purchasingthis quality-built Snapperproduct. Weare pleasedthat you've placedyour confidencein the Snapper

brand.When operatedand maintained accordingto the instructions in this manual,your Snapper mower will provide many

years of dependableservice.

Thismanualcontainssafety information to makeyou awareof the hazardsand risksassociatedwith mowers and how to avoid

them. BecauseSnapper doesnot necessarilyknow all the applicationsthis mower could be usedfor, it is important that you

readand understandthese instructions. Keepthis manualnearthe mower for convenientreference.

Thismowerrequiresfinal assemblybeforeuse. Referto the Assemblysection ofthis manualfor instructions on final

assembly procedures. Followthe instructions completely.

Whereto FindUs

ContactSnapper Customer Serviceat 1400417-7833, or on the Internet atwww.snapper.com.

Mower

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DatePurchased

It is very important that you register your purchasewith Snapperto ensure warrantycoverage. Pleasemailyour product

registrationcard to:

Snapperat P.O.Box 1379, McDonough, Georgia30253.

Oryou may register online atwww.snapper.com.

BRIGGB&BTRATTON YARD POWER PRODUCTS GROUP

MILWAUKEE, Wl 53201 USA

@2008 Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC

TableofContents

OperatorSafety.................................. 2

Important Operator SafetyInstructions ............................. 2

SafetyDecals................................................. 8

Assembly......................................

Parts Bag- Contents ...........................................

Installing the Ground Speed/ Steering Control Levers .................

Seatand SafetySwitch Assembly .................................

Chargingthe Battery ...........................................

How to Preparethe Engine.......................................

CheckTire Pressures...........................................

FeaturesandControls..............................

Operation......................................

ChecksBeforeStarting..........................................

Starting the Engine.............................................

Stopping the Riderand Engine....................................

Pushingthe Riderby Hand ......................................

Zero-Turn Driving Practice.......................................

Mower Removaland Installation ..................................

Mowing .....................................................

Maintenance .................................... 26

MaintenanceSchedule.......................................... 26

Lubrication................................................... 27

Servicing the Mower Blades...................................... 28

Engine Maintenance............................................ 30

TransmissionMaintenance ...................................... 32

Battery Maintenance ........................................... 33

Storage ..................................................... 33

Adjustments.................................................. 34

Troubleshooting .................................. 40

Specifications ................................... 43

Slope Guide .................................... 44

Warranties ..................................... 45

GeneralWarranty.............................................. 45

WARNING

Batteryposts, terminals and relatedaccessoriescontain

leadand leadcompounds, chemicals known to the State of

Californiato causecancer and birth defectsor other

reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

WARNING

Engineexhaust, some of its constituents, and certain

vehiclecomponents contain or emit chemicals known to the

State of Californiato cause cancer or other reproductive

harm.

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ImportantOperatorSafetyInstructions

Safety

OperatingSafety

Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality pieceof lawn and

garden equipment. Our products are designedand manufacturedto meet

or exceedall industry standardsfor safety.

Do not operatethis machine unlessyou havebeentrained. Readingand

understanding this operator's manualis awayto train yourself.

Power equipment is only assafe asthe operator. If it is misused, or not

properly maintained,it can be dangerous! Remember,you are

responsible for your safety andthat of those around you.

Usecommon sense,andthink through what you are doing. If you are not

surethat thetask you are about to perform canbe safelydone with the

equipment you havechosen,ask a professional: contact your local

authorized dealer.

ReadtheManual

Theoperator's manualcontains important safety information

you needto beawareof BEFOREyou operateyour unit aswell

as DURINGoperation.

Safeoperatingtechniques, an explanation ofthe product's

featuresand controls, and maintenanceinformation is

includedto help you getthe most out ofyour equipment

investment.

Besure to completely readthe Safety Rulesand information

found on the following pages. Alsocompletely readthe

Operationsection.

Children

Tragicaccidents can occur with children. Donot

allow them anywherenearthe area of operation.

Childrenare often attractedto the unit and mowing

activity. Neverassumethat children will remain

whereyou last saw them. If there is a risk that

children may enterthe areawhereyou are mowing,

haveanother responsible adult watchthem.

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ImportantOperatorSafetyInstructions(Continued)

SlopeOperation

Operationon slopes can be dangerous. Using the unit on a slopethat is too

steep whereyou do not haveadequatewheeltraction (and control) can

causesliding, loss of steering, control, and possible rollover. You should

not operateon a slopegreaterthan a 5.4 foot riseover a 20 foot length (15

degrees).

Always mow across slopes, not up and down (to maintaintraction on the

wheels) and avoid suddenturns or rapid speedchanges.Reducespeedand

useextremecaution on ALL slopes.

Also, notethat the surface condition you are on cangreatly impactyour

ability to safely operatethis machine.Operatingon wet or slippery slopes

can causesliding and loss of steering and control. Donot operateon

slopes that areslippery, wet, or havesoft soil conditions.

If you feel unsureabout operatingthe unit on a slope, don't do it. It's not

worth the risk.

ThrownObjects

This unit hasspinning mower blades. Thesebladescanpick up and throw

debristhat could seriously injure a bystander. Besure to clean upthe areato

be mowed and removeobjectsthat could bethrown bythe blade BEFOREyou

start mowing.

Do not operatethis unit without the entiregrass catcher or dischargeguard

(deflector) in place.

Also, do not allow anyonein the areawhile the unit is running! if someone

doesenterthe area,shut the unit off immediately until they leave.

Moving Parts

This equipment hasmany moving parts that caninjure you or

someoneelse. However,if you stayin the operatorzone (stay

seatedin the seat), and follow the safety rules in this operator's

manual,the unit is safeto operate.

Themower deck hasspinning mower bladesthat can amputate

handsand feet. Donot allow anyonenearthe unit while it is

running! Keepsafetydevices(guards,shields,andswitches) in

placeand working.

Tohelpyou, the operator, usethis equipment safely, it is

equippedwith an operator-presentsafetysystem. Do NOT

attempt to alter or bypassthe system. Seeyour dealer

immediately if the system does not pass all thesafety interlock

systemtests found in this manual.

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RetainingWalls, Drop-offs,and Water

Retaining walls and drop-offs around steps and water are a common hazard.Giveyourself a minimum of two mower widths of

clearancearoundthese hazardsand hand-trim with a walk behind mower or string trimmer. Wheels dropping over retaining

walls, edges,ditches, embankments, or into water can cause rollovers,which may result in serious injury, death, or drowning.

FuelandMaintenance

Alwaysdisengageall drives, shutoff the engine,and removethe

key beforedoing anycleaning, refueling, or servicing.

Gasolineand its vapors are extremely flammable. Do not smoke

while operating or refueling. Do not addfuel while engineis hot

or running. Allow engine to cool for at least 3 minutesprior to

adding fuel.

Do not add fuel indoors, in an enclosedtrailer, garage,or any

other enclosedareathat is not well ventilated. Gasolinespills

should be cleanedup promptly and before operationbegins.

Gasolineshould be stored only in sealedcontainers approvedfor

fuel.

Proper maintenanceis critical to the safety and performance of

your unit. Keepthe unit freeof grass,leaves,and excess oil. Be

sureto perform the maintenanceprocedures listed in this

manual, especiallyperiodically testing the safety system.

EnclosedAreas

Onlyoperatethis unit outdoors and away from unventilated

areassuch asinside garagesor enclosedtrailers. Theengine

emits poisonous carbon monoxidegas and prolonged

exposurein an enclosedareacan result in serious injury or

death.

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ImportantOperatorSafety Instructions(Continued)

Readthese safety rulesand follow them closely. Failureto obeythese rulescould result in loss of control of unit,

severepersonal injury or deathto you, or bystanders,or damageto property or equipment.

Thismowinqdeckis capableof amputatinqhandsandfeet andthrowinqobjects. Thetriangle _ in text signifies

important cautions or warnings which must befollowed.

GENERALOPERATION

1. Read,understand,and follow all instructions in the

manualand on the unit beforestarting.

2. Donot put handsor feet near rotating parts or under the

machine. Keepclear of the dischargeopening at all

times.

3. Onlyallow responsible adults,who arefamiliar with the

instructions, to operatethe unit (local regulations can

restrict operatorage).

4. Clearthearea of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc.,

which could be picked up andthrown by the blade(s).

5. Besurethe area is clearof other peoplebefore mowing.

Stopthe unit if anyoneentersthe area.

6. Nevercarry passengers.

7. Donot mow in reverse unlessabsolutely necessary.

Always look down and behind before and whiletravelling

in reverse.

8. Neverdirect discharge materialtoward anyone. Avoid

discharging material against a wall or obstruction.

Materia/may ricochetback toward the operator. Stopthe

blade(s)when crossing gravelsurfaces.

9. Donot operatethe machine without the entire grass

catcher, dischargeguard (deflector), or othersafety

devicesin placeand operational.

10. Slow down beforeturning.

11. Neverleavea running unit unattended.Always disengage

the blades (PTO),set parking brake,stop engine,and

remove keysbeforedismounting.

12. Disengageblades(PTO)when not mowing. Shut off

engine and wait for all parts to come to a completestop

beforecleaningthe machine, removing the grass catcher,

or uncloggingthe discharge guard.

13. Operatethe machineonly in daylight or good artificial

light.

14. Donot operatethe unit while underthe influence of

alcohol or drugs.

15 Watch for traffic whenoperating near or crossing

roadways.

16. Useextra carewhen loading or unloading the unit into a

trailer or truck.

17. Always weareyeprotection when operatingthis unit.

18. Dataindicatesthat operators,age 60 years and above,

are involved in a large percentageof power equipment-

relatedinjuries. Theseoperators should evaluatetheir

ability to operatethe equipment safelyenough to protect

themselvesand others from injury.

19. Followthe manufacturer'srecommendationsfor wheel

weights or counterweights.

20. Keepin mind the operatoris responsiblefor accidents

occurring to other people or property.

21. All drivers should seekand obtain professionaland

practicalinstruction.

22. Always wearsubstantial footwear and trousers. Never

operatewhen barefoot or wearingsandals.

23. Beforeusing, alwaysvisually checkthat the bladesand

bladehardwareare present,intact, and secure. Replace

worn or damagedparts.

24. Disengageattachments before: refueling, removing an

attachment, makingadjustments (unlessthe adjustment

can be madefrom the operator's position).

25. Whenthe machineis parked,stored, or left unattended,

lowerthe cutting meansunlessa positive mechanical

lock is used.

26. Beforeleavingthe operator's positionfor any reason,

engagethe parking brake(if equipped),disengagethe

blades(PTO),stop the engine,andremove the key.

27. To reducefire hazard,keepthe unit freeof grass,leaves,

& excess oil. Do not stop or park over dry leaves,grass,

or combustible materials.

28. It isa violation of California Public ResourceCode

Section4442 to use or operatethe engine on or nearany

forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land

unlessthe exhaustsystem is equippedwith a spark

arrester meeting anyapplicablelocal or state laws. Other

states or federalareasmay havesimilar laws.

29. OSHAregulations may require the useof hearing

protection whenexposedto sound levelsgreaterthan 85

dBAfor an 8 hour time period.

A CAUTION

O his machineproducessoundlevels in

excessof85 dBAat the operator'sear and

cancausehearinglossthroughextended

periodsofexposure.

Wear hearingprotectionwhen operatingthis

machine.

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

1. Whentransporting the unit on an open trailer, makesure

it is facing forward, in the direction oftravel. If the unit

is facing backwards,wind lift could damagethe unit.

2. Always observesafe refuelingand fuel handling practices

when refuelingthe unit after transportation or storage.

3. Neverstore the unit (with fuel) in an enclosedpoorly

ventilated structure. Fuelvapors can travelto an ignition

source (such asa furnace, water heater,etc.)and cause

an explosion. Fuelvapor is alsotoxic to humans and

animals.

4. Always follow the engine manualinstructions for

storage preparationsbefore storing the unit for both

short and long term periods.

5. Always follow the engine manualinstructions for proper

start-up procedures when returning the unit to service.

6. Neverstore the unit or fuel container inside wherethere

isan openflame or pilot light, such asin a water heater.

Allow unit to cool beforestoring.

ImportantOperatorSafety Instructions(Continued)

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SLOPE OPERATION

Slopesarea majorfactor relatedto loss-of-controlandtip-over

accidents,which can resultin severeinjury or death.Operation

on all slopesrequiresextracaution.If youcannot backupthe

slopeor if youfeeluneasyon it, do not operateon it.

Controlof awalk-behindor ride-onmachinesliding on a slope

will not be regainedbythe applicationof thebrake. Themain

reasonsfor lossof control are:insufficienttire grip on the

ground,speedtoo fast,inadequatebraking,thetypeof

machineis unsuitablefor its task,lack ofawarenessofthe

groundconditions, incorrecthitching andload distribution.

1. Mow across slopes, not up and down.

2. Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneventerrain could

overturn the unit. Tallgrass canhide obstacles.

3. Choosea slow speedsothat you will not haveto stop or

changespeedswhile on the slope.

4. Donot mow on wet grass. Tires may loosetraction.

5. Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. Iftires

losetraction (i.e. machine stops forward motion on a

slope), disengagethe blade(s) (PTO)and driveslow off

the slope.

6. Keepall movement on slopes slow and gradual. Donot

makesuddenchanges in speedor direction, which could

causethe machineto rollover.

7. Useextra carewhile operating machineswith grass

catchers or other attachments;they can affect the

stability of the unit. Do not useon steepsslopes.

B. Donot try to stabilizethe machine by putting your foot

onthe ground (ride-on units).

9. Donot mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.

The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel isover

the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edgecavesin.

10. Donot usegrass catchers on steepslopes.

11. Donot mow slopes ifyou cannot back up them.

12. Seeyour authorized dealer/retailerfor recommendations

ofwheel weights or counterweights to improve stability.

13. Removeobstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

14. Useslow speed.Tires may losetraction on slopes even

though the brakesarefunctioning properly.

15. Donot turn on slopes unless necessary,and then, turn

slowly and gradually uphill, if possible. Never mow

down slopes.

TOWED EQUIPMENT (RIDE-ON UNITS)

1. Tow only with a machinethat hasa hitch designedfor

towing. Donot attachtowed equipmentexceptat the

hitch point.

2. Followthe manufacturer'srecommendationsfor weight

limit for towed equipment and towing on slopes. See

attaching a trailer under OPERATION.

AWARNING

Never operate on slopesgreaterthan150whichis a

rise of 5.4 feet (1,6 m) vertically in20 feet (6 m)

horizontally.

Selectslow groundspeedbeforedrivingontoslope.

Useextracaution when operating on slopeswith rear-

mountedgrasscatchers.

Mow acrosstheface of slopes, notup anddown,use

cautionwhen changingdirectionsandDONOTSTART

ORSTOPONSLOPE.

3. Neverallow children or others in or on towed equipment.

4. Onslopes,the weight of thetowed equipment maycause

loss of traction and loss of control.

5. Travelslowly and allow extra distanceto stop.

6. Donot shift to neutral and coast down hill.

CHILDREN

Tragicaccidentscanoccur ifthe operatorisnot alertto the

presenceofchildren. Childrenare oftenattractedto the unit

andthe mowingactivity. Neverassumethat childrenwill

remainwhereyou lastsawthem.

1. Keepchildren out ofthe mowing areaand under the

watchful care of anotherresponsible adult.

2. Bealert andturn unit off if children enterthe area.

3. Beforeand during reverseoperation, look behind and

downfor small children.

4. Nevercarry children, evenwith the blade(s) off. They

may fall off and beseriously injured or interfere with safe

unit operation. Childrenwho havebeengiven rides in

the past maysuddenly appear in the mowing areafor

another ride and be run over or backedover bythe

machine.

5. Neverallow childrento operatethe unit.

6. Useextra carewhenapproaching blind corners, shrubs,

trees, or other objectsthat may obscure vision.

EMISSIONS

1. Engineexhaustfrom this product contains chemicals

known, in certain quantities,to causecancer,birth

defects,or other reproductive harm.

2. Lookfor the relevant Emissions Durability Period andAir

Index information on the engineemissions label.

IGNITION SYSTEM

1. This spark ignition system complies with CanadianICES-

002.

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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

Safe HandlingofGasoline

1. Extinguishall cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources

of ignition.

2. Useonly approvedgasolinecontainers.

3. Neverremovethe gascap or add fuel with the engine

running. Allow the engineto cool before refueling.

4. Neverfuel the machineindoors.

5. Neverstore the machine or fuelcontainer where there is

an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as neara water

heateror other appliance.

6. Neverfill containers inside a vehicle or on atruck bed

with a plastic bed liner. Always placecontainerson the

ground away from your vehicle beforefilling.

7. Removegas-poweredequipment from the truck or trailer

and refuelit on the ground. If this is not possible,then

refuelsuch equipment on a trailer with a portable

container, ratherthan from a gasoline dispensernozzle.

8. Keepnozzlein contact with the rim of the fueltank or

container opening atall times until fueling is complete.

Donot usea nozzlelock-open device.

9. If fuel isspilled on clothing, changeclothing immediately.

10. Neverover-fill the fuel tank. Replacegascap andtighten

securely.

11. Useextra carein handling gasolineand other fuels. They

are flammable and vapors areexplosive.

12. If fuel isspilled, do not attempt to start the enginebut

movethe machineawayfrom the areaof spillageand

avoid creating anysource of ignition until fuel vapors

havedissipated.

13. Replaceall fuel tank caps and fuel container caps

securely.

Service& Maintenance

1. Neverrun the unit in an enclosed areawherecarbon

monoxide fumes may collect.

2. Keepnuts and bolts, especiallyblade attachmentbolts,

tight and keepequipment in good condition.

3. Nevertamper with safety devices.Checktheir proper

operation regularlyand makenecessaryrepairs ifthey

are not functioning properly.

4. Keepunit freeof grass, leaves,or other debris build-up.

Cleanup oil or fuel spillage, and removeany fuel-soaked

debris. Allow machineto cool beforestorage.

5. If you strike an object,stop and inspectthe machine.

Repair,if necessary,before restarting.

6. Nevermakeadjustments or repairs with the engine

running.

7. Checkgrass catchercomponents and the discharge

guard frequently and replacewith manufacturer's

recommendedparts,when necessary.

8. Mower bladesare sharp. Wrap the blade or weargloves,

and useextra caution whenservicing them.

9. Checkbrakeoperationfrequently. Adjust andservice as

required.

10. Maintain or replacesafety and instructions labels,as

necessary.

11. Donot removethe fuel filter whenthe engine is hot as

spilled gasoline may ignite. Do not spreadfuel line

clamps further than necessary. Ensureclamps grip

hosesfirmly overthe filter after installation.

12. Donot usegasolinecontaining METHANOL,gasohol

containing more than 10% ETHANOL,gasoline additives,

or white gasbecauseengine/fuel system damagecould

result.

13. If the fuel tank must be drained,it should be drained

outdoors.

14. Replacefaulty silencers/mufflers.

15. Maintain or replacesafety and instruction labelsas

necessary.

16. Useonly factory authorized replacementparts when

making repairs.

17. Always comply with factory specifications on all settings

and adjustments.

18. Onlyauthorizedservice locations should be utilized for

majorservice and repair requirements.

19. Neverattempt to make major repairson this unit unless

you havebeen properlytrained. Improper service

procedurescan result in hazardousoperation, equipment

damageand voiding of manufacturer'swarranty.

20. On multiple blade mowers, take careas rotating one

bladecancause other bladesto rotate.

21. Donot changeengine governor settings or over-speed

the engine. Operatingthe engine atexcessivespeedcan

increasethe hazardof personal injury.

22. Disengagedrive attachments,stop the engine,remove

the key,and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) before:

clearing attachmentblockagesand chutes, performing

service work, striking an object, or if the unit vibrates

abnormally. After striking an object, inspectthe machine

for damageand make repairsbefore restartingand

operatingthe equipment.

23. Neverplacehandsnearthe moving parts,such asa

hydro pump cooling fan, when thetractor is running.

(Hydro pump cooling fans aretypically located on top of

the transaxle).

24. Unitswith hydraulic pumps, hoses,or motors:

WARNING:Hydraulicfluid escaping under pressure may

havesufficient force to penetrateskin and causeserious

injury. If foreign fluid is injected into the skin it must be

surgically removedwithin a few hours bya doctor

familiar with this form of injury or gangrene may result.

Keepbodyand handsaway from pin holes or nozzles

that eject hydraulic fluid under high pressure. Usepaper

or cardboard, and not hands,to search for leaks. Make

sure all hydraulic fluid connections aretight and all

hydraulic hoses and linesare in good condition before

applying pressure to the system, if leaks occur,havethe

unit servicedimmediately byyour authorized dealer.

25. WARNING:Stored energydevice. Improper releaseof

springs can result in serious personalinjury. Springs

should be removedby an authorized technician.

26. Models equippedwith an engine radiator:WARNING:

Storedenergydevice. Topreventserious bodily injury

from hot coolant or steam blow-out, neverattempt to

removethe radiatorcapwhile the engine is running.

Stopthe engineand wait until it is cool. Eventhen, use

extremecare when removingthe cap.

SafetyDecals

This unit hasbeendesignedand manufacturedto provide

you with thesafety and reliability you would expectfrom an

industry leaderin outdoor powerequipment manufacturing•

Although readingthis manualand the safety instructions it

contains will provideyou with the necessarybasic knowledge

to operatethis equipment safelyand effectively,we have

placedseveralsafety labels onthe unit to remindyou of this

important information while you are operatingyour unit.

All DANGER,WARNING, CAUTIONand instructional

messageson your rider and mower should be carefully read

P/N:

AMPUTATION AND PELIGRO DE

PINCH POINT AMPUTACION Y PARTE$ "Decal,

HAZARD PUNTiAGUUA$

Paleevit_raigunalesidnde Warning,

rotatingparts, stayclear losparsesDilatories,al_iese

ofpartsandkeep all delospartesy manterlga Handin

shieldsandguardsin redeslospantaliasy guardas

pl......... lugar. Pulley"

and obeyed•Personalbodily injury can result when these

instructions are not followed. Theinformation is for your

safetyand it is important! Thesafety decals beloware on

your rider and mower•

If any ofthese decals are lost or damaged, replacethem at

once. Seeyour local dealerfor replacements.

Theselabelsare easilyapplied and will act asa constant

visual reminder to you, and others who may usethe

equipment,to follow the safety instructions necessaryfor

safe,effectiveoperation.

AMPUTATION PELJGRODEAMPUTACION

HAZARD _r_ Paraevitarlesionescausadas

Toavoidinjuryfrom _----_,d parloscuchilles,mantenerse

rotatingblades,stay _ alejadodelbordedeJa

clearofdeckedge.

P/N:5100088

"Decal, Danger,

Mower"

P/N:5100709 "Decal, Danger,Fire (SP)"

P/N: 5100708 "Decal, Danger,Fire"

AMPUTATION AND THROWN

OBJECTS HAZARD

To avoid in}ury from rotating blades,

stay clear of deck edge and keep others

away• Do not mow without discharge

chute or entire grass catcher in place.

PELIGRODEAMPUTACIONY OBJETOSARROJADOS

Pare evitar sufrir lesionee causadas per Jas euchillas

giratodas y obietos lanzados, mantenerse ale ado del borde

de la glataforma de corte y manteoer a los demos personas

ale adas de la m_quina. No user la m_quina sin eJtubo de

descarga o sin e recogedor de paste en su ugar.

m m

P/N: 5101292 "Decal, Danger,MowerDischarge"

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IdentificationTags

_\%_,dkee, WJ 53261 USA

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SER,.L.o. xx×x_

NorthAmerican

Models

Whencontactingyourauthorizeddealer forreplacement

parts,service, or informationyouMUST havethese

numbers.

Recordyour model name/number, manufacturer's

identification numbers, and engineserial numbers in the

spaceprovided on the inside front cover for easyaccess.

Thesenumbers can befound in the locations shown.

NOTE."For locationof engineidentification numbers, refer to

theengine owner's manual

UnitID Tag

SAFETYINTERLOCKSYSTEM

This unit is equippedwith safety interlock switches. These

safety systems are presentfor your safety,do not attempt

to bypasssafety switches, and nevertamper with safety

devices. Checktheir operation regularly.

Operational SAFETYChecks

Test1 -- EngineshouldNOTcrank if:

• PTOswitch is engaged,OR

• Parkingbrakeis not engaged,OR

• Ground Speed/ SteeringControl Leversare not in the

NEUTRALposition.

Test2 -- EngineSHOULDcrankandstartif:

• PTOswitch is NOTengaged,AND

• Parkingbrakeis engaged,AND

• Ground Speed/ SteeringControl Leversare locked in

the NEUTRALposition.

Test3 -- EngineshouldSHUTOFFif:

• Operatorrises off seatwith PTOengaged,OR

• Operatorrises off seatwith parking brakedisengaged.

• Operatormovesground speed/steering control levers

out of their neutral positions beforedisengagingparking

brake.

Test4 -- BladeBrakeCheck

Mower bladesand mower drivebelt should come to a

completestop within five (5) secondsafter electric PTO

switch is turned off (or operator rises off seat). If mower

drive belt doesnot stop within five (5) seconds, seeyour

dealer.

NOTE."Oncethe enginehas stopped,PTOswitch must be

turned off, parking brakemust be engaged,and theground

speed/steering control levers must be locked in the

NEUTRALposition after theoperator returns to theseat in

order to start theengine.

WARNING

If the unitdoesnotpassa safetytest, do notoperate

it. See yourauthorizeddealer. Underno

circumstance shouldyouattemptto defeatthe

purposeofthe safetyinterlocksystem.

SafetyIcons

Thealertsymbol A is usedto identity safety information

about hazardsthat can result in personal injury. A signal

word (DANGER,WARNING,or CAUTION)is usedwith the

alertsymbol to indicate the likelihood and the potential

severity of the injury. Inaddition, a hazardicon may be used

to representthe type of hazard. An explanationof hazard

levels and icons are asfollows:

DANGER

This indicatesa hazardwhich, if not avoided,will result in

seriousinjuryor death.

'_ WARNING

This indicatesa hazardwhich, if not avoided, couldresultin

serial injuryor death.

,i_ CAUTION

This indicatesa hazardwhich, if not avoided, mightresultin

minor ormoderateinjury.

CAUTIONor NOTICE

Thesemessagespresentedwithout the alertsymbol indicate

a situation wherethe unit or property could be damaged.

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Figure 1. SafetyIcons

A, Alert

B. ReadtheManual

C. ToxicFumes

D, FireHazard

E. No Smoking

E Hot Surface

G, Keep ChildrenAway

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H. Amputation - RotatingParts

L PinchPoint

J. Thrown Objects

K. Amputation - Footin Blade

L, Amputation - Handin Blade

M. Slippery Slopes

N. Machine TipOver

O. RofloverHazard

P, Drop OffHazard

Q. Shield Eyes.ExplosiveGasescan

causeblindness or injury

R, No Sparks,Flamesor Smoking

S. CorrosiveSubstance

T, FlushEyes Immediately with water.

GetMedical help fast.

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Assembly

Readand followthe assemblyandadjustment

instructionsforyourmower.

All fasteners arein thepartsbag. Do notdiscard

anypartsor material untilthe unitis assembled.

NOTE:Inthis instruction book, left and right describethe

location of a part with the operator onthe seat.

PartsBag- Contents

Thefastenersandotherloosepartsareshownbelow.Thequantity

isshownin brackets().

AWARNING

Beforedoinganyassemblyor maintenancetothe

mower,removethewires fromthespark plugs.

Figure2. Parts Bag Components

A. 5/16 Nylock FlangeNut (Qty."4)

Installthe GroundSpeed/ SteeringControl

Levers

Positioningthe GroundSpeed/ SteeringControlLevers:

Theground speed/steering control levers (A,Figure3) must

be moved to the upright position beforeattempting to operate

the machine.

1. Removethe bottom mounting hardware (B). Discardthe

manillatag (C).

2. Loosenthe upper mounting hardware (D).

3. Position the ground speed/ steering control levers in the

upright position. See Figure3.

4. Loosely install the 5/16-18 X 1" bolt (E),5/16" lock

washer (F),and 5/16" flat washer(G)through the ground

speed/ steering control leverinto the control leverbase

(H)as shown in Figure3.

5. Repeatprocess for other side of unit.

LeverAlignmentAdjustment:

1. Fromthe neutral position, pivot the ground speed/

steering control levers in towards the center of the

machine. If one of the levers is tilted further forward (B,

Figure4) or back (A) then the other lever,pivot the levers

forward or backwardsto align with eachother (C).

Tighten the mounting bolts.

ShippingPosition.......... __../_

Figure3, Instafl Control Levers (Left Side Shown)

A. Control Lever

B, Bottom Mounting Hardware

C. Manilla Tag

D. UpperMounting Hardware

E. 5/16-18x 1"Bolts

F, 5/16 Lock washers

G. 5/16 Washers

H. Control LeverBase

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Figure4, LeverAlignment & PlacementAdjustment

A, LeversMisaligned (OneLever TiltedBehind theOther)

B, LeversAlignedIncorrectly (OneLever TiltedIn Front of

theOther)

C. LeversAligned Correctly

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Seat& SafetySwitchAssembly

1. Pivot theground speed/ steering control levers out to

the NEUTRALposition and pivot the seat plate (B,Figure

5) forward.

2. Mount the seat (A) to the seat plate (B) usingfour 5/16-

18 nylock flangenuts (C)andtighten securely.

3. Pressthe seatswitch wire harnessend (D) ontothe seat

switch until the latch of the seat switch wire harness end

snaps down over the lock on the seatswitch.

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Figure5. SeatInstallation

A, Seat

B. SeatPlate

C. 5/16-18 Nylock FlangeNut (4)

D, SeatSwitch WireHarness

SeatAdjustment

Theseatand ground speedcontrol levers should be adjusted

sothat operator's elbowsaresupported bythe arm rests

when his/her hands are onthe controls, and the ground

speedcontrol levers canbe movedthrough their full range of

motion without contacting the operator's legs.

Seat Position Adjustment

Theseatcan be adjustedforward and back. Movethe

adjustment lever (A, Figure6) towards the left hand side of

the machine,slidethe seat to the desired position, and

releasethe lever.

Figure6. SeatAdjustment

A. Adjustment Lever

ChargeThe Battery

,d WARNING

BATTERYSAFETYRULES

• Batteryacidcausessevereburns.Avoidcontactwith

skin.

• Wear eye protectionwhile handlingthe battery.

• Toavoidan explosion,keepflamesandsparksaway

from battery,especiallywhile charging.

• Wheninstallingbatterycables, CONNECTTHE

POSITIVE(+) CABLEFIRSTand negative(-) cable last.

If not donein this order,the positiveterminal canbe

shortedtotheframe by a tool.

IMPORTANT:Beforeattempting to operatethe machinefor

the first time, checkthe batterydate. Thebattery date

will tell you if the battery needsto becharged.

1. Tip the seatforward to access the battery.

2. Checkthe top of the battery for the battery date.

3. If the battery is put into servicebefore the battery date,

then the battery doesnot haveto becharged.

4. If the battery is put into serviceafter the battery date,

then the battery must be charged. SeeStep5.

5. Tochargethe battery, follow the instructions provided by

the battery charger manufacturer aswell asall warnings

included in the safety rulessection of this document.

Chargethe battery until fully charged (until the specific

gravity ofthe electrolyte is 1.250 or higher and the

electrolyte temperature is at least60° F). Donot charge

at a rate higher than 10 amps.

Figure 7. Battery

A, Positive Cable& Cover

B, NegativeCable

C. Rubber Hold-Down Strap

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Howto Preparethe Engine

NOTE:Theengine was shipped from thefactory filled with

oil. Checkthe levelof the oil. Add oil as needed.

NOTE:Theoperation of a new enginewill sometimes result

in a slight amount of smoke. This smoke is causedby paint

or oil on or around the muffler. This is normal and only

expectedduring initial operation.

A separateengine manualis also includedwith the unit. See

this engine manualfor the manufacturer's instructions for

thetype of oil and gasolineto use. Beforeyou usethe unit,

readthe information on safety,operation, maintenanceand

storage.

, WARNING

Followtheenginemanufacturer'sinstructionsfor the

typeof gasolineand oil to use. Alwaysusea safety

gasolinecontainer. Donotsmokewhen adding

gasolineto theengine. When insideandenclosure,do

notfill with gasoline. Beforeyouadd gasoline,stop

the engine. Lettheenginecool for several minutes.

IMPORTANT:This unit isequipped with an internal

combustion engine and must not be usedon or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered

land unless the engine'sexhaustsystem is equipped with a

spark arrestor meeting applicablelocalor state laws(if any).

If a spark arrestor is used, it must be maintained in effective

working order bythe operator.

In the stateof Californiathe aboveis required by law

(Section 4442 ofthe California Public ResourcesCode).

Otherstates may havesimilar laws. Federallaws apply

federallands.

In some areas, locallaws requiresthe useof a resistor spark

plug to control the ignition signals. Seean Authorized

ServiceCenterfor a resistor spark plug for the engine.

NOTE:Actual sustained horsepower will likely be lower due

to operating limitations and environmental factors.

CheckTire Pressures

Tirepressure should becheckedperiodically,and maintained

atthe levels shown in the chart. Notethat these pressures

may differ slightly from the "Max Inflation"stampedon the

side-wall of the tires. The pressuresshown provide proper

traction, improve cut quality, and extendtire life.

Tire Pressure

Front 25 psi (1,72 bar)

Rear 15 psi (1,03 bar)

Figure8, CheckingTirePressure

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FeaturesandControls

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CONTROLFUNCTIONS

Theinformation below briefly describesthe function of individual controls, Starting, stopping, driving, and mowing require the

combined useof several controls applied in specific sequences. Tolearn what combination and sequenceof controls to usefor

various tasks seethe OPERATIONsection,

GroundSpeed/ SteeringControlLevers

Theseleverscontrol the ground speedand steering control

of the rider.The left levercontrols the left rear drive wheel

and the right controls the right rear drive wheel.

Moving a leverforward increasesthe FORWARDspeedof

theassociated wheel,and pulling back on a leverincreases

the REVERSEspeed.

Thefurther a leveris movedaway from the neutral position

thefaster the drive wheelwill turn.

Seethe OPERATIONsectionfor steering instructions.

Throttle Control

Thethrottle controls engine speed. Movethe throttle forward

to increaseengine speedand backto decreaseengine speed.

Alwaysoperateat FULLthrottle.

Choke

Closethe choke for cold starting. Openthe choke oncethe

engine starts. A warm engine may not require choking. Pull

the knob up to close the choke. Pushthe knob down to

openthe choke.

Ignition Switch

Theignition switch starts and stops the engine; it hasthree

positions:

OFF

H RUN

Stops the engineand shuts off the

electricalsystem.

Allows the engineto run and powers

the electrical system.

[_J START Cranksthe engine for starting.

NOTE."Neverleavethe ignition switch in the RUNposition

with theengine stopped-this drains thebatted4

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B HourMeter

Thehour meter measuresthe number of hours the key has

beenin the RUNposition.

Note: Thehour meter will register thepassage of time when

thekey is in the RUNposition, evenif the engine is not

running. Thehour meterhas aselfcontainedpower source

so the total hours arealways visible.

_PTO Switch

ThePTO(Blade Engage)switch engages(turns the blades

on) and disengages(turns the bladesoff) the mower deck.

Toengagethe PTO,pull UPon the switch. Push DOWNto

disengage.Notethat the operator must be seatedfirmly in

the rider seat for the PTOto function.

Transmission Oil Fill

Transmissionoil is addedthrough thetransmission oil

reservoirs. It also servesasextra holding capacity for oil as

thetransmissions heatup and the oil expands. SeeCHECK

TRANSMISSIONOIL LEVELfor oil level checkand fill

procedures.

TransmissionReleaseLevers

Thetransmission releaselevers deactivatethe transmissions

sothat the unit can be pushedby hand. SeePUSHINGTHE

UNIT BYHANDfor operationalinformation.

SeatAdjustmentLever

Theseatcan be adjustedforward and backward. Move the

adjustment levertowards the left, slidethe seat to the

desiredposition, and releasethe lever.

FuelTank

FuelLevelGauge

Toremovethe cap, turn counterclockwise. Thefuel gauge is

mounted in the fueltank and indicatesthe amount of fuel in

the tank.

Mower Height of Cut Adjustment

Toadjust cutting height, pull the large leverback fully to lock

the control in the attachment raisedtransport position.

Position the cutting height selector pin on the appropriate

hole to achievethe desiredcutting height. Pull backon the

small lift latch leverand large leversimultaneously, and

lower the mower into cutting position.

Forattachmenttransport lift, pull the large lift lever backfully

to lock the control in the attachment raisedtransport

position.

ParkingBrake

DISENGAGE

ENGAGE

Releasesthe parking brake.

Locksthe parking brake.

Pull the parking brakelever backto engagethe parking

brake. Move the leverfully forward to disengagethe parking

brake. NOTE."Tostart the unit theparking brakemust be

engaged.

Operation

GeneralOperatingSafety

Beforefirst time operation:

• Besureto read all information in the Safetyand

Operationsections beforeattempting to operatethis

tractor and mower.

• Becomefamiliar with all of the controls and howto stop

the unit.

• Drive in an open areawithout mowing to become

accustomedto the unit brake leveror set the parking

brake.

_WARNING

Never operate on slopesgreaterthan(15°) whichisa

rise of 5.4 feet (1,6 m) verticallyin 20 feet (6 m)

horizontally.

Selectslow groundspeedbeforedrivingontoa slope.

Useextracautionwhen operatingonslopeswith a

rear-mountedgrasscatcher.

Mow acrosstheface ofslopes, notup and down,use

cautionwhen changingdirectionsandDONOTSTART

ORSTOPONSLOPE.

A WARNING

Never allow passengersto rideon theunit.

Beforeleaving theoperator'spositionforany reason,

engagetheparkingbrake, disengagethe PTO,stopthe

engine andremovethekey.

Toreducefire hazard,keepthe engine,tractorand

mowerfree of grass, leavesand excessgrease. Do not

stopor parktractorover dryleaves, grassor

combustible materials.

Gasolineis highlyflammable and mustbe handled

with care. Never fill thetankwhen theengineis still

hotfrom recentoperation. Donot allowopen flame,

smokingor matchesin thearea. Avoidover-filling and

wipe up anyspills.

ChecksBeforeStarting

• Checkthat crankcaseis filled to full mark on dipstick.

Seethe engine Operator'sManualfor instructions and oil

recommendations.

• Makesureall nuts, bolts, screws and pins are in place

and tight.

• Adjust the seatposition, and makecertain you can reach

all controls from operator's position.

° Fillthe fueltank with fresh fuel. Referto engine manual

for fuel recommendations.

Figure9. Pre-Start Checks

A. Fuel TankCap

B. CrankcaseOilFill

C. SeatAdjustment Lever

WARNING

Do notloadthis zero-turnrider on a trailer ortruck

usingtwoseparateramps. Onlyusea single rampthat

isat leastone foot widerthanthewidth of therear

wheels ofthis rider. Thisrider hasa zeroturning

radiusandthe rear wheels could fall off theramps, or

therider could tip over injuringtheoperatoror

bystanders.

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