Snapper NZM19482KWV, NZM21522KWV, NZM25612KWV, NZM27612KH manual

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    Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for MID MOUNT Z-RIDER ZERO TURNING HYDRO DRIVE SERIES 2 MODELS NZM19482KWV NZM21522KWV NZM25612KWV NZM27612KH MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION N Z M 19 48 2 KWV MODEL DESIGNATION ENGINE TYPE DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE SERIES DESIGNATION MOWER ORIENTATION MOWER DECK SIZE ENGINE HP * POWER UNIT N – Model Designation 19.[...]

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    2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: This pow erful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can cause injury and damage! Failure to comply w ith the follow ing SAFETY instructions could result in serious injury or death to the operator or other persons. The owner of the machine must understand these in[...]

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    3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PREPARATION (Continued From Previous Page) 2. Only mature, responsible persons shall operate or service the machine and only after proper instruction and training. The ow ner is responsible for training the operators. Further, the ow ner/operator can prev ent and/or is responsible for accidents or injuries occurring [...]

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    4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPERATION (Continued From Previous Page) 8. Keep hands and feet aw ay from rotating blades underneath deck. DO NOT place foot on ground w hile BLADES are ON or machine is in motion. 9. DO NOT operate machine w ithout entire grass catcher or guards in place. DO NOT point discharge at people, passing cars, w indows or [...]

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    5 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIO NS ........................................................................ 2-4 TABLE OF CO NTENTS ..................................................................................................... 5 SECTION 1 - FAMI LIARIZATI ON .....................................................................[...]

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    6 Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION FIGURE 1.1 1. 1 INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared for the operator’s of the SNAPPER MID MOUNT Z-RIDER. Its purpose, aside from recommending standard operating procedures and routine service requirements, is to promote SAFETY through the use of accepted operating practices. Read, Understand and Follow the IMP[...]

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    7 Section 2 – SAFETY MESSAGES AND SYMBOLS DANGER ! ROTA TING PARTS KEEP AWA Y FROM MOVING PA RTS MOTION CONTROL LEVER OPERA TION PARKING BRAKE LEVER OPERA TION WARNING ! A VOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH STARTING, OPERA TION & STOPPING OF MA CHINE WEAR HEA RING PROTECTION[...]

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    8 Section 2 – SAFETY MESSAGES AND SYMBOLS DANGER! ROTA TING BLADES KEEP CHILDREN AND O THERS OUT OF MOWING A REA DANGER! ROTA TING BLADES KEYSWITCH HOUR METER PULL SWITCH “UP” TO ENGA GE BLADES PUSH SWITCH “DOWN” TO DISENGA GE BLADES CHOKE CONTROL ENGINE SPEED CONTROL CONTROL PANEL IDENTIFICA TION FAST SLOW RUN OFF/STOP START IGNITION SWI[...]

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    9 WARNING DO NOT allow operation of the machine by untrained personnel. 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[...]

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    10 ROTATE RELIEF VA LVE COUNTERCLOCKWISE TO RELIEVE PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ROLL RELEASE: To roll the machine without the engine running, pressure w ithin the hy draulic 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 w ren[...]

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    11 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. 3.2.2. [...]

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    12 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 si [...]

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    13 Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.4.2. STOPPING MACHINE 1. Return motion control 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 lock position. FIGURE 3.13 2. Engage parking brake. 3. Push Blade Switch down[...]

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    14 Section 4 - MAINTENANCE 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[...]

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    15 Section 4 - MAINTENANCE 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 belt tension and require no adjustments. If belt is frayed, slit, severed or belt strands exposed[...]

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    16 Section 4 - MAINTENANCE 4.3.3. RIDING MO WER - LUBRICATION 1. Front Wheel Bearings Lubricate with Kendall NLGI No. 2 lithium grease or equivalent, from a grease gun. See Figure 4.5. 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 [...]

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    17 Section 4 - MAINTENANCE WARNING Allow engine to cool for at least ten minutes before performing service or maintenance. DO NOT smoke near fuel components w hen performing serv ice or maintenance. DO NOT perform service and maintenance near an open flame. Wipe off any spilled fuel before starting engine. DO NOT run engine indoors. 4.5 ANNUALLY (E[...]

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    18 Section 4 - MAINTENANCE WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine running. STOP engine. STOP blades. Set parking brake. Remove key . Remove spark plug w ires and secure aw ay from spark plugs. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all parts to cool. 4. 6 DE CK RE MOV AL (Co[...]

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    19 Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR DANGER Exercise EXTREME CAUTION w hen making this adjustment, due to close proximity of mov ing parts. 5.1 NEUTRAL POSITION ADJUSTMENTS The motion control levers control the movement and stopping of the machine. Move the control levers to the center or neutral position to stop machine. IMPORTANT: Alw ay s ret[...]

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    20 Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 5.1 NEUTRAL POSITION ADJUSTMENTS (Continued From Previous Page) 12. With motion control levers remaining in the neutral lock position, See F igu re 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 [...]

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    21 Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine running. STOP engine. STOP blades. Set brake. Remove key. Remov e spark plug w ires 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 AD[...]

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    22 Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine running. STOP engine. STOP blades. Set brake. Remove key. Remov e spark plug w ires 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 TE[...]

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    23 Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & 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 [...]

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    24 Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 5.8 ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR Refer to the engine owner’s manual for engine adjustments and/or repairs. 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. 5.9.2. BLADE SH[...]

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    25 Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING Shield the positive terminal w ith terminal cov er located on battery harness. This prevents metal from touching the positive terminal, w hich could cause sparks. Cables must be connected to battery terminals in the proper position. RED (Positive) cable must go to the ( + ) terminal. BLACK (Negative) [...]

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    26 Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & 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 negat[...]

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    27 Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 5 . 1 1 MOWER SPINDLES (Field Serviceable Spindles) BEARING REPLACEMENT In the event that a spindle bearing requires replacement, the SNAPPER Field Serviceable Spindles have been designed so that no special tools or presses are required. 1. Remove belt. Loosen blade nut and remove. Allow blade bolt, washer, b[...]

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    28 Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 5.12 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 a[...]

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    29 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Starter Will Not Crank 1. Battery dead. 1. Service battery. Engine 2. Blown fuse. 2. Replace fuse. 3. Electrical connections loose or corroded. 3. C l ean and check connections for good contact. 4. Defective ignition switch. 4. Contact authorized SNA PPER dealer. Engine Will Not Start 1. B[...]

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    30 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Machine Will Not Move 1. Motion Control Levers in the neutral “N” posit ion. 1. Move Motion Controls to desired speed Loss Of Traction 2. Hydro. Pumps in roll release setting. 2. Ti g hte n re li e f v al ve s. 3. Low transmission hy draulic oil level. 3. Bring hydraulic oil to proper [...]

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    31 SERVICE SCHEDULE ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED REF. NUMBER EACH USE 5 HRS 25 HRS 50 HRS 100 HRS EACH SEASON Engine Oil Check Oil Level Page 9 X Initial Oil Change Page 14 X Periodic Oil Change Page 15 X* Air Cleaner Clean or Replace Engine Manual X** Spark Plug Replace Engine Manual X Fuel Filter Replace Page 17 X Engine Cooling System Clean Shroud &am[...]

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    32 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. Fo[...]

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    33 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE[...]

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    34 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE[...]

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    35 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE[...]

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    36 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE[...]

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    37 SNAPPER PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM IMPORTANT: KEEP THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR PERSONAL RECORDS (Complete the following informa tion on your Snapper purchase) Model Number __________________________________________________________ Serial Number __________________________________________________________ Date of Pu rchase ____________________________[...]

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    38 NOTES[...]

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    39 NOTES[...]

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    40 Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for MID MOUNT Z-RIDER ZERO TURNING HYDRO DRIVE SERIES 2 IMPORTANT Snapper products are built using engines that meet or exceed all applicable emissions requirements on the date manufactured. The labels on those engines contai n very important emissions information and critical safety warnings. Read, [...]