Snapper Z-Mow / 150Z manual Clean Debris from Rider and Engine Compartment, Check Tire Pressure

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Rider Maintenance Items

CLEAN DEBRIS FROM RIDER AND ENGINE COMPARTMENT

Service Interval: Before each use.

CAUTION: If debris is not removed from the engine compartment and other hot surfaces, it creates a fire hazard. Before starting the unit at the beginning of the mowing session, remove any grass clippings, dirt, leaves, or other debris from the unit. Also clean out the engine compartment.

A

B

CLEAN DEBRIS FROM ENGINE COOLING AREAS AND AIR FILTER

Service Interval: Before each use.

CAUTION: If debris is not removed from the engine compartment and other hot surfaces, it creates a fire hazard. Before starting the unit at the beginning of the mowing session, lift the seat deck and clean any debris from the intake screen on top of the engine (A, Figure 13), exposed engine cooling fins, and around the air filter assembly. Also open the air filter cover (B) and remove any debris that has accumulated in the air filter compart- ment.

Figure 13. Engine Compartment

A.Intake Screen

B.Air Filter Cover

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

Service Interval: 25 Hours.

Tire pressure should be checked periodically, and main- tained at the levels shown in Figure 14. Note that these pressures may differ slightly from the “Max Inflation” stamped on the side-wall of the tires. The pressures shown provide proper traction, improve cut quality, and extend tire life.

Tire

Pressure

Front

18-20 psi (1,24-1,38 bar)

 

 

Rear

10-12 psi (,69-,83 bar)

 

 

Figure 14. Tire Pressures

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Mfg. No DescriptionPage Table of Contents Safety Rules General OperationIgnition System Service & Maintenance Safe Handling of GasolineSafety & Operation Decals CE Models Identification NumbersNorth American OnlyPRE-OPERATION Read The Operator’s ManualGround Speed Levers Parking Brake OperationControl Functions Throttle ControlGeneral Operating Safety Checks Before Starting Fuel RecommendationsStarting the Engine Emergency StoppingStopping the Rider & Engine MowingForward Travel Practice Driving PracticeSmooth Travel Reverse Travel Practice Executing Turns Practice Turning Around a Corner Practice Turning In Place Executing an End-Of-Row Zero TurnMower Deck Removal Installation Installing the Mower DeckRemoving the Mower Deck Rider MAINTENANCE, All Models MaintenanceMaintenance Schedule 18.5HP Briggs & StrattonClean Debris from Rider and Engine Compartment Clean Debris from Engine Cooling Areas and AIR FilterCheck Tire Pressure Lubrication GreaseOil Clean Deck Check / Replace Mower Blades Blade RemovalCleaning the Battery and Cables Check Rider Safety SystemOperational Safety Checks Check / Adjust PTO Clutch Adjust PTO Clutch Window Adjustment Nut Feeler GaugeCheck Engine OIL Level Change Engine OILChange Engine OIL & Filter AIR Filter & PRE-CLEANER Air Filter Removal & InstallationPre-Cleaner Service Air Filter Service Pre-CleanerReplace Spark Plug Service & Adjustments Ground Speed Control Lever AdjustmentSpeed Balancing Adjustment Brake Adjustment Cutting Height AdjustmentPTO Clutch Adjustment Battery ChargingMower Deck Leveling Adjustments Side to Side LevelingMower Belt Replacement Mower Drive Belt ReplacementFront To Back Leveling Storage StorageTroubleshooting Troubleshooting the RiderTroubleshooting the Mower Chassis DimensionsEngine TransmissionPage Page RO D U C T S