Snapper 5900696, 5900686, 5900697, 5900665, S150X Series Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems

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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems

Problem	Cause		Remedy
Streaking.	1.	Blades are not sharp.	1.	Sharpen your blades.
	2.	Blades are worn down to far.	2.	Replace your blades.
	3.	Engine speed is too slow.	3.	Always mow at full throttle.
	4.	Ground speed is too fast.	4.	Slow down.
	5.	Deck is plugged with grass	5.	Clean out the mower.
	6.	Not overlapping cutting rows	6.	Overlap your cutting rows.
		enough.
	7.	Not overlapping enough when	7.	When turning your effective cutting width
		turning.		decreases–overlap more when turning.
Scalping.	1.	Lawn is uneven or bumpy.	1.	Roll or level the lawn.
	2.	Mower deck cutting height is	2.	Raise the cutting height.
		set too low.
	3.	Ground speed is too fast.	3.	Slow down.
	4.	Deck is not leveled correctly.	4.	Correctly level the deck.
	5.	Tire pressure is low or uneven	5.	Check and inflate the tires.
Stepped Cutting.	1.	Deck is not leveled correctly.	1.	Level the deck correctly.
	2.	Tires are not properly inflated.	2.	Check and inflate the tires.
	3.	Blades are damaged.	3.	Replace the blades.
	4.	Deck shell is damaged.	4.	Repair or replace the deck.
	5.	Mower spindle is bent or loose.	5.	Repair or replace the spindle.
	6.	Blades are installed incorrectly.	6.	Reinstall the blades correctly.

Uneven Cutting.	1.	Deck is not leveled correctly.	1.	Level the deck correctly.
	2.	Blades are dull or worn.	2.	Sharpen or replace the blades.
	3.	Blades are damaged.	3.	Replace the blades.
	4.	Deck is clogged with grass	4.	Clean out the deck.
		clippings.
	5.	Deck shell is damaged.	5.	Repair or replace the deck.
	6.	Mower spindle is bent or loose.	6.	Repair or replace the spindle.
	7.	Blades are installed incorrectly.	7.	Reinstall the blades correctly.
	8.	Tires are not properly inflated.	8.	Check and inflate the tires.
Stingers.	1.	Blades are not sharp or nicked.	1.	Sharpen your blades.
	2.	Blades are worn down too far.	2.	Replace your blades.
	3.	Engine speed is too slow.	3.	Always mow at full throttle.
	4.	Ground speed is too fast.	4.	Slow down.
	5.	Deck is plugged with grass.	5.	Clean out the mower.

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Contents Description Briggs & Stratton Yard Power Products GroupModel Number Date Purchased Table of Contents Operating Safety Operator SafetySafety Rules and Information Read the ManualThrown Objects Slope OperationMoving Parts Retaining WALLS, DROP-OFFS, and Water Roll BAR USEOverhead Obstacles Fuel and Maintenance Enclosed AreasPreparation TrainingOperation Ignition System Gasoline Models Towed Equipment RIDE-ON UnitsEmissions Periods of exposureMaintenance and Storage Service and MaintenanceSafe Handling of Gasoline Roll BAR Instructions Operational WarningsInspection and Maintenance of the Roll BAR Seat Belt Safety Decals This unit has been designed and manufactured to provideSafety Icons Safety Interlock SystemOperational Safety Checks North American Safety IconsFeatures and Controls Identification NumbersIgnition Switch Features and ControlsSeat Adjustment Lever Control FunctionsFeatures & Controls Operation General Operating SafetyChecks Before Starting Seat Adjustment Check Tire PressuresFoot Pedal Adjustment Mowing Height AdjustmentTo adjust pedal position Keep roll bar in the raised position and use the seat belt Lower the roll bar only when necessary and Never remove itRaise and Lower the Roll Bar To Lower the Roll BarStopping the Rider Starting the EnginePushing the Rider By Hand Forward Travel Practice Zero Turn Driving PracticeForward Reverse Travel Executing an End-Of-Row Zero Turn Practice Turning Around a CornerPractice Turning In Place Executing TurnsHeight of Grass MowingMowing Recommendations Tall Grass Requires Incremental CuttingMowing Methods Mulching Requires Excellent Mowing Conditions Attaching a TrailerProper Mulching Engine Speed & Ground Speed for MulchingSafety Items Before Every Spring Regular MaintenanceMaintenance Schedule Hours Fall Check Rider / Mower for loose hardwareFuel Filter Engine MaintenanceChecking / Adding Fuel Change Oil & FilterOil LubricationGrease Lubricating the Front CastersChange Hydraulic Oil Filter Check Hydraulic Oil LevelChange Interval Every 250 Hours Filter Part Number Inspecting the Mower Blades Servicing The Mower BladesNever weld or straighten bent mower blades Reinstalling the Mower Blades Balancing the Mower Blade NailGround Speed Control Lever Adjustment Speed Balancing AdjustmentNeutral Adjustment Parking Brake AdjustmentReturn-to-Neutral Adjustment Deck Rod Timing Adjustment Deck Leveling AdjustmentMower Belt Replacement To avoid damaging belts, do not PRY Belts Over PulleysHydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement Use extreme caution when removing this springBattery Maintenance Charging a Completely Discharged Battery Battery ServiceChecking Battery Voltage Jump Starting With Auxiliary Booster BatteryThis HOOK-UP for Negative Ground Vehicles Starter Switch Jumper Cable StartingVehicle Battery Jumper Cable To Ground Engine Block Make Certain Vehicles do not TouchTemporary Storage 30 Days Or Less StorageStarting After Long Term Storage Long Term Storage Longer Than 30 DaysTroubleshooting the Rider Troubleshooting ChartProblem Cause Remedy Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Common Cutting ProblemsEngine SpecificationsDimensions ChassisFerris Limited Warranty Tractor Mower Deck