Snapper 285Z manual Preparation Operation, Safe Handling of Gasoline, Emissions

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Ignition System
1. This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES- 002.
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Operator Safety

Preparation

Operation

 

 

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1.

Mount and dismount machine from left side. Keep clear of

6.

Check the area to be mowed and remove all objects such

 

discharge opening at all times.

 

as toys, wire, rocks, limbs and other objects that could

2.

Start engine from operator's seat, if possible. Make sure

 

cause injury if thrown by blade or interfere with mowing.

 

blades are OFF and parking brake is set.

7.

Keep people and pets out of mowing area. Immediately

3.

DO NOT leave machine with engine running. STOP engine,

 

STOP blades, STOP engine, and STOP machine if anyone

 

STOP blades, SET brake, and Remove key before leaving

 

enters the area.

 

operators position of any reason.

8.

Check shields, deflectors, switches, blade controls and

4.

DO NOT operate machine unless properly seated with feet

 

other safety devices frequently for proper operation and

 

on feet rests or pedal(s).

 

 

location.

5.

STOP BLADES and ENGINE and make sure blades have

9.

Make sure all safety decals are clearly legible. Replace if

 

stopped before removing grass catcher or unclogging

 

damaged.

 

mower to prevent loss of fingers or hand.

10. Protect yourself when mowing and wear safety glasses,

6.

Blades must be OFF except when cutting grass. Set blades

 

long pants and substantial footwear.

 

in highest position when mowing over rough ground.

11. Know how to STOP blades and engine quickly in prepara-

7.

Keep hands and feet away from rotating blades underneath

 

tion for emergencies.

 

deck. DO NOT place foot on ground while BLADES are ON

12. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into

 

or machine is in motion.

 

 

a trailer or truck.

8.

DO NOT operate machi e without entire grass catcher or

13. Check grass catcher components frequently for signs of

 

gua ds in place and worki

g. DO NOT point discharge at

 

wear or deterioration and replace as needed to prevent

 

pe

ple, pass ng cars, wi d

ws or doors.

 

injury from thrown objects going through weak or worn

9.

Sl

w down bef

re urning.

 

 

spots.

10. Watch out for

raff c when near or crossing roadways.

 

 

11. STOP engine immediately after striking an obstruction.

Safe Handling of Gasoline

 

Inspe t ma hine and repair damage before resuming oper-

To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care

 

ation.

 

 

in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the

12. Operate machine only in daylight or with good artificial

vapors are explosive.

 

light.

 

 

1.

Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources f

13. Move joystick (if equipped) SLOWLY to maintain control

 

ignition.

 

during speed and directional changes.

2.

Use only an approved fuel container.

14. Exercise CAUTION when pulling loads. Limit loads to those

3.

DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine un-

 

you can safely control and attach loads to hitch plate as

 

ning. Allow the engine to cool before refu ling.

 

specified with attachment instructions.

4.

DO NOT refuel the machine indoors.

15. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause

5.

DO NOT store the machine or fuel contain inside wh re

 

loss of traction and loss of control. When towing, travel

 

there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as on a

 

slowly and allow extra distance to stop.

 

water heater or other appliances.

16. DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas. Engine exhaust

6.

DO NOT fill fuel containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or

 

gases contain carbon monoxide, a deadly poison.

 

trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always Reproductionplace the containers 17. DO NOT discharge material against a wall or obstruction.

 

on the ground away from the vehicle before filling.

 

Material may ricochet back towards the operator.

7.

Remove gas-powered equipment from the vehicle or trailer

18. Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer. See

 

and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then

 

manufacturer's instructions for proper operation and instal-

 

refuel equipment using a portable container, rather than a

 

lation of accessories.

 

 

gasoline dispenser nozzle.

 

 

 

 

 

8.

DO NOT start gas powered equipment in enclosed vehicles

Emissions

 

 

 

or trailers.

1.

Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals

9.

Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or

 

known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth defects,

 

container opening at all times until fueling is complete. DO

 

or other reproductive harm.

 

NOT use a nozzle lock-open device

2.

Look for the relevant Emissions Durability Period and Air

10. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.

 

Index information on the engine emissions label.

11.Never overfill a fuel tank. Replace fuel cap and tighten securely.

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Contents Not For Manual No Rev ‘A’, 6/14/2010Unit ID Tag Service, or information you Must have these numb rsIdentification Numbers Table of Contents Operator Safety Operating SafetyOperator’s manual contains important safety information Read the ManualMoving Parts Slope OperationThrown Objects Enclosed Areas Fuel and MaintenanceRetaining Walls, Drop-offs, and Water Protection for Children Protection Against Tipovers Preparation Protection Against TipoversEmissions Preparation OperationSafe Handling of Gasoline Towing Maintenance Decal, Warning Safety and Instructional DecalsDecal, Caution Safety Interlock System Operational Safety ChecksGround Speed Levers Features and ControlsControl Functions Ignition Switch Mower Cutting Height Adjustment SwitchPTO Switch Hour Meter Seat Adjustment LeverGeneral Operating Safety OperationChecks Before Starting Before first time operationMowing Starting the EngineStopping the Rider and Engine Zero Turn Smooth Travel Driving Practice Forward Travel Practice Reverse Travel PracticeForward Reverse Travel Levers GraduallyAllows you to turn around at the end of a cutting Practice Turning In PlaceTurning In-Place Attaching a Trailer 20’ 6mMaintenance Maintenance ChartEngine Maintenance After installationFuel Filter Ver-filling and wipe up anyPrecautions may result in serious injury or death StorageNever store the unit with fuel in an enclosed, poorly Source such as a furnace, water heater, etc. and cause anAdjustments and Service Speed Balancing AdjustmentSeat Adjustments Ground Speed Lever AdjustmentCutting Height Adjustment Mower Removal and InstallationRemoval Tion indicated by the arrow, and remove the mower beltInstallation Tion indicated, and install the belt onto the PTO pulley asWith a washer and hairpin clip a Washer and hairpin clip aPTO Clutch Adjustment PTO Clutch AdjustmentPerform the following procedure if the clutch is slipping Blade Brake CheckMower Deck Leveling Right side shown, left side hiddenFig re 27. Balancing The Blade Remove mower deck see Mower Deck RemovalDamaged, it must be replaced Lubrication GreaseFront caster wheel axles OilBattery Maintenance Battery ChargingTroubleshooting Troubleshooting the RiderTroubleshooting Warranty Warranty PeriodNot For Not For Not For Specifications Dimensions ChassisReplacement Parts Maintenance Items

285Z specifications

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