Snapper NZM19480KWV, NZM21520KWV After Every 25 Operating Hours 4.3.1. Engine

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Section 4 - MAINTENANCE

4.2.3.CHECK MOWER DRIVE BELT 1. Lower deck to lowest setting.

2. Remove footrest. See Figure 4.3.

3. Removal of footrest will allow access to deck belt.

4. Check the belt tension. The idler pulleys and springs provide proper belt tension and require no adjustments. If belt is frayed, slit, severed or belt strands exposed, replace belt before operating mower.

LIFT FOOT REST UP AND OFF POWER UNIT

FRAME TO GAIN ACCESS TO MOWER BELT

FIGURE 4.3

4.3AFTER EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS 4.3.1. ENGINE

1. Engine Oil

Change engine oil. Refer to Section “CHANGE ENGINE OIL”. Refer to engine owner’s manual for oil specifications.

2. Air Filter

Refer to engine owner’s manual for service instructions.

4.3.2.MOWER COMPONENTS 1. Mower Drive Belt

No adjustment required. Replace belt as needed.

2. Mower Blade

Check blade for sharpness, wear, damage, and torque. Refer to Section “MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT”.

3. Mower Deck Levelness

Check mower deck for proper levelness. Adjust as required. Refer to Section “MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT – LEVELNESS”.

4. Clean Mower Deck

a.Remove key from ignition switch.

b.Remove spark plug wire(s) and secure away from spark plug(s).

c.Raise mower deck to its highest setting. It may be necessary to raise mower deck higher using a hydraulic floor jack. Secure machine with safety blocks.

d.Clean underside of mower deck, removing all accumulation of grass clippings and debris.

e.Clean top of deck, removing all grass clippings and debris.

5.Mower Blade Spindle - Lubrication a. Remove footrest.

b. Lubricate with Kendall NLGI No. 2 lithium grease or equivalent, from a grease gun until grease purges from vent located on spindle housing underneath deck. See Figure 4.4.

LUBRICATE

SPINDLE

ASSEMBLIES

FIGURE 4.4

6. Mower Deck Linkage - Lubrication

Lubricate all mower deck linkage pivot points with a light coat of motor oil.

WARNING

DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine running. STOP engine. STOP blades. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wires and secure away from spark plugs. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all parts to cool.

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Contents MID Mount Z-RIDER Zero Turning Hydro Drive Series Always begin forward motion slowly and with caution Important Safety InstructionsFrom Previous Important Safety InstructionsFrom Previous Column MaintenanceTable of Contents Nomenclature IntroductionSafety Messages and Symbols RUN Do not allow operation of the machine by untrained personnel PRE-START Check ListStarting Engine Starting & Stopping ENGINE, BLADES, Parking BrakeParking Brake Stopping EngineStarting Mower Blades Stopping Mower BladesOPERATION- Motion Controls Driving Machine Cutting Height AdjustmentEngine Must Begin to Stop if Stopping MachineEngine Must not Start if Engine should Start ifCheck Mower Blade Service After First 5 HoursAfter Every 25 Operating Hours 4.3.1. Engine Riding Mower Lubrication Before Operating MachineAnnually END of Each Season Deck Removal Hydraulic Fluid Filters Neutral Position Adjustments Adjustments & RepairSide to Side and Front to Rear Neutral Position Adjustments From PreviousMower Deck & Component Adjustments Mower Deck Adjustment LevelnessParking Brake Adjustment Traction Belt Tension Traction Belt ReplacementBelt Removal Tracking AdjustmentMower Drive Belt Replacement Belt ReplacementBlade Sharpening Battery Battery Removal Battery Service 1. Remove batteryBattery Installation Battery Testing NEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from cartonDo not Overfill Bearing Replacement Mower Spindles Field Serviceable SpindlesHydraulic SYSTEM, Purging Trouble Shooting on Next Problem Probable Cause Corrective ActionMachine Will Not Move Number USE HRS Season Service Performed EachMAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts 100Disclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Snapper Product Registration Form Page Page Page MID Mount Z-RIDER Zero Turning Hydro Drive Series

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