Snapper 355Z manual Safety Operating Safety, Read the Manual, Children

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Important Operator Safety Instructions

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Safety

Operating Safety

Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety.

Do not operate this machine unless you have been trained. Reading and understanding this operator’s manual is a way to train yourself.

Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is misused, or not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember, you are responsible for your safety and that of those around you.

Use common sense, and think through what you are doing. If you are not sure that the task you are about to perform can be safely done with the equipment you have chosen, ask a professional: contact your local authorized dealer.

Read the Manual

The operator’s manual contains important safety information you need to be aware of BEFORE you operate your unit as well as DURING operation.

Safe operating techniques, an explanation of the product’s features and controls, and maintenance information is included to help you get the most out of your equipment investment.

Be sure to completely read the Safety Rules and Information found on the following pages. Also completely read the Operation section.

Children

Tragic accidents can occur with children. Do not allow them anywhere near the area of operation. Children are often attracted to the unit and mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. If there is a risk that children may enter the area where you are mowing, have another responsible adult watch them.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Engine Where to Find Us MowerDate Purchased Table of Contents Read the Manual Safety Operating SafetyChildren Thrown Objects Slope OperationMoving Parts Retaining Walls, Drop-offs, and Water Fuel and MaintenanceEnclosed Areas Wear hearing protection when operating this machine General OperationTransporting and Storage Important cautions or warnings which must be followedSlope Operation Towed Equipment RIDE-ON UnitsChildren EmissionsService & Maintenance Service and MaintenanceSafe Handling of Gasoline Safety Decals 5100093 DecalOperational Safety Checks Identification Tags North American ModelsSafety Icons Abcde KLM no PqrstAssembly Parts Bag ContentsLever Alignment Adjustment Install the Ground Speed / Steering Control LeversAs shown in Figure Repeat process for other side of unit Seat Adjustment Seat & Safety Switch AssemblySeat Position Adjustment Charge The Battery Battery Safety RulesCheck Tire Pressures How to Prepare the EngineTire Pressure Features and Controls Ignition SwitchControl Functions Ground Speed / Steering Control LeversPTO Switch Seat Adjustment LeverMower Height of Cut Adjustment Hour MeterOperation General Operating SafetyChecks Before Starting Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it to Starting the EngineStopping the Rider and Engine Pushing the Rider by HandZero-Turn Driving Practice Smooth TravelForward Travel Practice Reverse Travel PracticePractice Turning Around a Corner Practice Turning In PlaceExecuting an End-Of-Row Zero Turn Executing TurnsMower Removal and Installation InstallationInstall the roller bar connecting rod M and the hair pin Reinstall the mower deck guardsMowing Mowing RecommendationsHeight of Grass Tall Grass Requires Incremental CuttingWhen and How Often to Mow Mowing PatternsMowing Methods Proper Broadcast Mowing Always start mowing on a smooth, level areaProper Mulching Attaching a TrailerMaintenance Safety ItemsRider Maintenance Items Engine Maintenance ItemsLubrication GreaseOil Control handle pivots Discharge chute hingeServicing The Mower Blades Inspecting the Mower BladesNever weld or straighten bent mower blades Mower blade is bent or brokenReinstalling the Mower Blades Balancing the Mower Blade NailEngine Maintenance Adding Fuel Fuel FilterChange Engine Oil & Filter Change Engine Oil & Filter Oil Drain Tube Oil Filter CapCheck / Fill Transmission Oil Transmission Oil Filter ChangeOil Type 20W-50 conventional detergent motor oil Change Interval Every 200 HoursBattery Charging Battery Maintenance Cleaning the Battery and CablesStorage Cutting Height Adjustment Speed Balancing AdjustmentNeutral Adjustment Parking Brake Adjustment PTO Clutch Adjustment Blade Brake CheckPerform these adjustments on a flat level surface Mower Deck LevelingMower Belt Replacement Belts Over PulleysHydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement Reinstall the PTO drive beltTroubleshooting Warning Troubleshooting the RiderRider Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the MowerTroubleshooting Common Cutting Problems StreakingSpecifications Product SpecificationsEngine Power Rating Information 355ZB2654Indentification Year Limited Warranty Disclaimer of Warranty