Snapper NZM19480KWV, NZM21520KWV important safety instructions Maintenance, From Previous Column

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATION

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8.Keep hands and feet away from rotating blades underneath deck. DO NOT place foot on ground while BLADES are ON or machine is in motion.

9.DO NOT operate machine without entire grass catcher or guards in place. DO NOT point discharge at people, passing cars, windows or doors.

10.Slow down before turning.

11.Watch out for traffic when near or crossing roadways.

12.STOP engine immediately after striking an object or if an abnormal vibration occurs. Remove key. Remove and disconnect the sparkplug wire. Make necessary repairs before resuming operation.

13.Mow only in daylight or with good artificial light.

14.Move motion control levers SLOWLY to maintain control during speed and directional changes.

15.Exercise CAUTION when pulling loads. DO NOT pull loads greater than 300 pounds. Avoid jack knifing. DO NOT turn sharply. Attach loads to

approved hitch point only following manufacturer’s instructions.

16.On slopes, the weight of towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control. When towing travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.

17.DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas. Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly poison.

MAINTENANCE

1.DO NOT store machine or fuel container inside where fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light such as in a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliance. Allow engine to cool before storing machine in an enclosure. Store fuel container out of the reach of children in a well ventilated, unoccupied building. Shut off fuel (when equipped with valve) while storing or transporting machine.

2.Clean grass and debris from engine, mufflers, drives and cutting units to help prevent overheating and fires. Clean up fuel, oil and excess grease.

3.When draining fuel tank, drain fuel into an approved container outdoors and away from open flame.

4.Check brakes frequently; adjust, repair or replace as needed.

5.Keep all bolts, nuts and screws properly tight. Check that all cotter pins are in proper position.

MAINTENANCE

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6.Always provide adequate ventilation when running engine. Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly poison.

7.Disconnect battery before performing maintenance or service. Cranking engine could cause injury. Disconnect negative (black) cable from battery first and positive (red) cable last. Reconnect positive first and negative last. Charge battery in an open, well ventilated area away from spark and flames. Unplug charger before connecting or disconnecting from battery. Wear protective clothing and insulated gloves.

8.Park machine on level ground. DO NOT work under machine without safety blocks.

9.Service engine and clean, adjust or repair only when engine and blades are stopped. Remove spark plug wire(s) from spark plug(s) and secure wire(s) away from spark plug(s).

10.DO NOT change engine governor speed settings or overspeed engine. DO NOT make adjustments with the engine running.

11.Lubricate machine at intervals specified in manual to prevent controls from binding.

12.Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blades or wear heavy leather gloves and use CAUTION when handling them. Never straighten or weld blades, only replace them.

13.DO NOT test for spark by grounding spark plug next to spark plug hole; spark plug could ignite gas exiting engine.

14.Carefully release pressure from components with stored energy.

15.Have machine serviced by an authorized SNAPPER dealer at least once a year and have the dealer install any new safety devices. Never allow untrained personnel to service machine.

16.Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts to assure that original standards are maintained.

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Contents MID Mount Z-RIDER Zero Turning Hydro Drive Series Important Safety Instructions Always begin forward motion slowly and with cautionImportant Safety Instructions From PreviousMaintenance From Previous ColumnTable of Contents Introduction NomenclatureSafety Messages and Symbols RUN PRE-START Check List Do not allow operation of the machine by untrained personnelStarting & Stopping ENGINE, BLADES, Parking Brake Starting EngineStopping Engine Starting Mower BladesStopping Mower Blades Parking BrakeCutting Height Adjustment OPERATION- Motion Controls Driving MachineStopping Machine Engine Must not Start ifEngine should Start if Engine Must Begin to Stop ifService After First 5 Hours Check Mower BladeAfter Every 25 Operating Hours 4.3.1. Engine Before Operating Machine Riding Mower LubricationAnnually END of Each Season Deck Removal Hydraulic Fluid Filters Adjustments & Repair Neutral Position AdjustmentsNeutral Position Adjustments From Previous Mower Deck & Component AdjustmentsMower Deck Adjustment Levelness Side to Side and Front to RearParking Brake Adjustment Traction Belt Replacement Traction Belt TensionTracking Adjustment Mower Drive Belt ReplacementBelt Replacement Belt RemovalBlade Sharpening Battery Service 1. Remove battery Battery Battery RemovalBattery Installation NEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from carton Battery TestingDo not Overfill Mower Spindles Field Serviceable Spindles Bearing ReplacementHydraulic SYSTEM, Purging Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action Trouble Shooting on NextMachine Will Not Move Service Performed Each MAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts100 Number USE HRS SeasonYear Limited Warranty Disclaimer of WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Snapper Product Registration Form Page Page Page MID Mount Z-RIDER Zero Turning Hydro Drive Series

NZM19480KWV, NZM21520KWV specifications

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