Snapper 355Z manual Rider Troubleshooting, Troubleshooting the Mower

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Rider Troubleshooting Continued.

PROBLEM	CAUSE		REMEDY
Engine runs, but rider will	1.	Hydraulic release lever(s)	1.	Move lever(s) forward to “drive” position.
not drive.		in “free-wheel” position.		See Pushing The Rider By Hand.
	2.	Belt is broken.	2.	See Drive Belt Replacement.
	3.	Drive belt slips.	3.	See problem and cause below.
	4.	Brake is not fully released.	4.	See authorized service dealer

Rider drive belt slips.	1.	Pulleys or belt greasy or oily.	1.	Clean as required.
	2.	Tension too loose.	2.	Adjust spring tension.
				See Drive Belt Replacement
	3.	Belt stretched or worn.	3.	Replace belt.

Brake will not hold.	1.	Brake is incorrectly adjusted.	1.	See Brake Adjustment.
	2.	Brake pads worn.	2.	Replace with new brake pads.

Rider steers or handles poorly.	1.	Steering linkage is loose.	1.	Check and tighten any loose connections.
	2.	Improper tire inflation.	2.	See Regular Maintenance Section.

TROUBLESHOOTING THE MOWER

PROBLEM

CAUSE

REMEDY

Mower will not raise.	1. Lift linkage not properly attached
	or damaged.

1. See authorized service dealer for repair.

Engine stalls easily with	1.	Engine speed too slow.	1.	Set to full throttle.
mower engaged.	2.	Ground speed too fast.	2.	Decrease Ground Speed.
	3.	Cutting height set too low.	3.	Cut tall grass at maximum cutting
				height during first pass.
	4.	Discharge chute jamming	4.	Cut grass with discharge pointing toward
		with cut grass.		previously cut area.

Excessive mower vibration.	1.	Blade mounting bolts are loose.	1.	Tighten to 70 ft.lbs. (94 Nm).
	2.	Mower blades, arbors,	2.	Check and replace as necessary.
		or pulleys are bent.
	3.	Mower blades are out	3.	Remove, sharpen, and balance blades.
		of balance.		See Maintenance Section.
	4.	Belt installed incorrectly.	4.	Reinstall Correctly.

Excessive belt wear or breakage.	1.	Bent or rough pulleys.	1.	Repair or replace.
	2.	Using incorrect belt.	2.	Replace with correct belt.

Mower drive belt slips	1.	Idler pulley spring broken or not	1.	Repair or replace as needed.
or fails to drive.		properly attached.
	2.	Mower drive belt broken.	2.	Replace drive belt.

Mower does not engage.	1.	Electrical wiring damage.	1.	Locate & repair damaged wire.
	2.	Battery voltage too low.	2.	Recharge battery and check alternator.
				See Battery Maintenance section.

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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 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 ChildrenService & Maintenance Service and MaintenanceSafe Handling of Gasoline 5100093 Decal Safety DecalsIdentification Tags North American Models Operational Safety ChecksAbcde KLM no Pqrst Safety IconsParts Bag Contents AssemblyLever 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 Battery Safety Rules Charge The BatteryCheck Tire Pressures How to Prepare the EngineTire Pressure Ground Speed / Steering Control Levers Features and ControlsIgnition Switch Control FunctionsHour Meter PTO SwitchSeat Adjustment Lever Mower Height of Cut AdjustmentOperation General Operating SafetyChecks Before Starting 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 oilBattery Charging Battery Maintenance Cleaning the Battery and CablesStorage Cutting Height Adjustment Speed Balancing AdjustmentNeutral 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