Snapper 355Z manual Practice Turning Around a Corner, Practice Turning In Place, Executing Turns

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Practice Turning Around a Corner

While traveling forward bring one handle gradually back toward neutral. Repeat several times.

NOTE: To prevent pivoting directly on the tire tread, it is best to keep both wheels going at least slightly forward.

Practice Turning In Place

To turn in place, “Zero Turn,” gradually move one ground speed control lever forward from neutral and one lever back from neutral simultaneously. Repeat several times.

NOTE: Changing the amount each lever is pulled—forward or back, changes the “pivot point” you turn on.

Executing

Turns

Figure 14. Turning Around a Corner

Turning

In-Place

Figure 15. Turning in Place

Advanced Driving

Executing an End-Of-Row Zero Turn

Your Zero Turn Rider’s unique ability to turn in place allows you to turn around at the end of a cutting row rather than having to stop and Y-turn before starting a new row.

For example, to execute a left end-of row zero turn:

1. Slow down at the end of the row.

2. Move the RIGHT ground speed control lever forward slightly while moving the LEFT ground speed control lever back to center and then slightly back from center.

3. Begin mowing forward again.

This technique turns the rider LEFT and slightly overlaps the row just cut —eliminating the need to back up and re-cut missed grass.

As you become more familiar and experienced with operating the Zero Turn rider, you will learn more maneuvers that will make your mowing time easier and more enjoyable.

Remember, the more you practice, the better your control of the Zero Turn will be!

Figure 16. Executing an End-Of-Row Turn

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Date Purchased Where to Find Us MowerEngine Table of Contents Children Safety Operating SafetyRead the Manual Moving Parts Slope OperationThrown Objects Enclosed Areas Fuel and MaintenanceRetaining Walls, Drop-offs, and Water Important cautions or warnings which must be followed Wear hearing protection when operating this machineGeneral Operation Transporting and StorageEmissions Slope OperationTowed Equipment RIDE-ON Units ChildrenSafe Handling of Gasoline Service and MaintenanceService & Maintenance 5100093 Decal Safety DecalsIdentification Tags North American Models Operational Safety ChecksAbcde KLM no Pqrst Safety IconsParts Bag Contents AssemblyAs shown in Figure Repeat process for other side of unit Install the Ground Speed / Steering Control LeversLever Alignment Adjustment Seat Position Adjustment Seat & Safety Switch AssemblySeat Adjustment Battery Safety Rules Charge The BatteryTire Pressure How to Prepare the EngineCheck Tire Pressures Ground Speed / Steering Control Levers Features and ControlsIgnition Switch Control FunctionsHour Meter PTO SwitchSeat Adjustment Lever Mower Height of Cut AdjustmentChecks Before Starting General Operating SafetyOperation Pushing the Rider by Hand Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it toStarting the Engine Stopping the Rider and EngineReverse Travel Practice Zero-Turn Driving PracticeSmooth Travel Forward Travel PracticeExecuting Turns Practice Turning Around a CornerPractice Turning In Place Executing an End-Of-Row Zero TurnReinstall the mower deck guards Mower Removal and InstallationInstallation Install the roller bar connecting rod M and the hair pinTall Grass Requires Incremental Cutting MowingMowing Recommendations Height of GrassAlways start mowing on a smooth, level area When and How Often to MowMowing Patterns Mowing Methods Proper Broadcast MowingAttaching a Trailer Proper MulchingEngine Maintenance Items MaintenanceSafety Items Rider Maintenance ItemsControl handle pivots Discharge chute hinge LubricationGrease OilMower blade is bent or broken Servicing The Mower BladesInspecting the Mower Blades Never weld or straighten bent mower bladesBalancing the Mower Blade Nail Reinstalling the Mower BladesFuel Filter Engine Maintenance Adding FuelChange Engine Oil & Filter Oil Drain Tube Oil Filter Cap Change Engine Oil & FilterChange Interval Every 200 Hours Check / Fill Transmission OilTransmission Oil Filter Change Oil Type 20W-50 conventional detergent motor oilStorage Battery Maintenance Cleaning the Battery and CablesBattery Charging Neutral Adjustment Speed Balancing AdjustmentCutting Height Adjustment Parking Brake Adjustment Blade Brake Check PTO Clutch AdjustmentMower Deck Leveling Perform these adjustments on a flat level surfaceBelts Over Pulleys Mower Belt ReplacementReinstall the PTO drive belt Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt ReplacementTroubleshooting the Rider Troubleshooting WarningTroubleshooting the Mower Rider TroubleshootingStreaking Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems355ZB2654 SpecificationsProduct Specifications Engine Power Rating InformationIndentification Disclaimer of Warranty Year Limited Warranty