Snapper HZS18483BVE, HZS15423KVE Operating Instructions, PRE-START Check List

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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2.1PRE-START CHECK LIST

Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up.

2.1.1.Check tires and add or release air as needed to bring pressure to 12 P.S.I. in front and 12 P.S.I. in rear tires.

2.1.2.Check guards, deflectors and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tightened.

2.1.3.Check engine oil and add oil as needed to bring level up to the FULL mark. Refer to engine owner’s manual for oil specifications. See Figure 2.1.

ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK

SAFE LEVEL

AREA

2.1.5.Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and engine of any accumulation of dirt, grass, oil, etc. Keep engine air intake screen and cooling fins clear at all times.

2.1.6.Add fuel to tank of the YARD CRUISER outside where fumes can safely dissipate. Make sure fuel filler cap is tight and vent is open after refueling. Turn fuel shut off valve to the “OPEN” position. See Figure 2.3. Refer to engine owner’s manual for fuel specifications.

FUEL SHUT

OFF VALVE

LOCATED AT

THE BOTTOM FUEL CAP VENT OPEN

LEFT SIDE

OF FUEL

TANK

OFF

ON

FUEL CAP VENT CLOSED

FIGURE 2.1

2.1.4.Check Blade switch to insure it works freely. Switch is pulled “OUT” into the “ON” position for blade engagement or pushed back “IN” into the “OFF” position for blade disengagement. See Figure 2.2. IMPORTANT: Disengagement stops the blades rotation.

PULL “OUT” TO ENGAGE

BLADE SWITCH

PUSH “IN” TO DISENGAGE

FIGURE 2.2

FUEL CAP

FIGURE 2.3

IMPORTANT: To roll the machine without the engine running, pressure within the hydraulic pumps must be released. Tilt seat up and move control lever down to release pressure. NOTE: Control lever must be in the “UP” position to drive machine. See Figure 2.4.

DO NOT USE CONTROL TO RELEASE PRESSURE AND COAST DOWN SLOPES. RELEASE PRESSURE ONLY WHEN MACHINEMOTIONCANBECONTROLLEDANDENGINEOFF.

MOVE CONTROL

LEVER UP TO

DRIVE MACHINE

CONTROL

LEVER

BATTERY

MOVE CONTROL LEVER

DOWN TO ROLL MACHINE

FIGURE 2.4

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Contents Yard Cruiser Important Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Introduction Left Console ViewRight Console View NomenclatureOperating Instructions PRE-START Check ListStarting & Operation Engine Electric Start Wheel Drive Mower BladeStopping Parking BrakeCutting Height Adjustment Check Mower Blade Service After First 5 HoursChange Engine OIL Single Blade DeckService Every 25 Operating Hours 3.3.1. Engine Check Mower Drive Belt 1. Footrest RemovalMower Components 5. Mower Blade Spindle Lubrication Service Annually Storage OUT of SeasonBelt Replacement Engine Adjustments & RepairMower Drive Belt Adjustment Belt RemovalBlade Brake Hairpin Lift ARM Front or Rear View of Deck Twin Blade Deck Deck ShownWheel Brake Adjustment Mower Blade Replacement 4.3.1. Blade Wear Limits Blade ReplacementBlade Sharpening Battery Battery Removal Battery ServiceBattery Storage Battery Condition Chart Battery TestingBearing Replacement 48 Decks Troubleshooting Problem Probable Cause Corrective ActionMAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts Loss Of TractionService Performed Each USE HRS SeasonYear Limited Warranty Disclaimer of WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Service Notes Yard Cruiser Hydro Drive Series

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