Snapper 150Z ZTR Series Emergency Stopping, Stopping The Rider & Engine, Starting The Engine

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EMERGENCY STOPPING

EMERGENCY STOPPING

In the event of an emergency the engine can be stopped by simply turning the ignition switch to STOP. Use this method only in emergency situations. For normal engine shut down follow the procedure given in STOPPING THE RIDER AND ENGINE.

STOPPING THE RIDER & ENGINE

1.Return the ground speed control levers to START/PARK positions to stop rider movement and engage the parking brake.

2.Turn off the mower blades by pushing the mower blade switch down to the OFF position.

3.Move the engine speed control to SLOW position and turn the ignition switch to OFF. Remove the key.

STARTING THE ENGINE

1.While sitting in the seat, make sure the mower blade switch is OFF and the ground speed control levers are locked in START/PARK positions.

2.Move the engine speed control fully forward to FAST. Set the choke control to CLOSED (pull knob UP).

NOTE: A warm engine may not require choking. In this case, set the choke control to OPEN (push knob down).

3.Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it to START to crank the engine.

4.After the engine starts, release the key. It will return to the RUN position. Gradually push the choke knob down to OPEN position. Warm the engine by running it for at least a minute before turning on the mower blades, or driving the unit.

ALWAYS operate the unit with the engine speed control set to FAST when mowing or driving. NEVER engage the mower blades with the engine speed set to SLOW.

MOWING

1.Start the engine (see STARTING THE ENGINE).

2.Set the mower cutting height to the desired setting using the mower cutting height switch.

3.Set the engine speed control to FAST.

4.Turn the mower blades ON (pull switch up).

5.Move the ground speed control levers in from START/PARK positions to drive positions (levers in across the operator’s lap).

7.Begin mowing. See DRIVING PRACTICE.

8.When finished, turn the mower blades OFF (push switch down).

PUSHING THE RIDER BY HAND

NOTE: Do not disengage the transmissions if parked on

aslope.

1.Turn the mower blades OFF, push the ground speed control levers out to their START/PARK positions, turn the ignition switch OFF, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop.

2.Locate the transmission release levers (C, Figure 3) at the rear of the unit.

3.Pull both levers back and down to release the transmissions (position B, Figure 3).

4.Pull the ground speed control levers in to their DRIVE positions.

The rider can now be pushed by hand.

5.After moving the rider, set the ground speed control levers to START/PARK and push both transmission release levers forward to re-engage the transmissions (position A, Figure 3).

DO NOT TOW RIDER

Towing the unit will cause transmission damage. Do not use another vehicle to push or pull this unit. Do not use this unit to push or pull another vehicle or object.

A

B

C

Figure 3. Transmission Release Levers

A.Drive Position

B.Push Position

C.Transmission Release Levers

9. Stop the rider and engine (see STOPPING THE

 

RIDER AND ENGINE).

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Contents 20HP Zero-Turn Riders Axion / 150Z ZTR SeriesOPERATOR’S MANUAL 2690715Page Safety Rules TABLE OF CONTENTSService & Adjustments TroubleshootingGENERAL OPERATION SAFETY RULESTRANSPORTING AND STORAGE CHILDREN SLOPE OPERATIONEMISSIONS TOWED EQUIPMENT RIDE-ON UNITS10 DEGREES MAX ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL NOT ACROSS HILLALON THISService & Maintenance SERVICE AND MAINTENANCESafe Handling of Gasoline SAFETY & OPERATION DECALS ID Tag IDENTIFICATION NUMBERSENGINE REFERENCE DATA PRODUCT REFERENCE DATAIgnition Switch Right Ground Speed Parking Brake Lever Mower Cutting Height SwitchOPERATION CONTROL FUNCTIONSMower Cutting Height Switch GENERAL OPERATING SAFETYIgnition Switch Mower Blade SwitchCHECKS BEFORE STARTING WARNING - TRAILERSFUEL RECOMMENDATIONS Never allow passengers to ride on the unitSTOPPING THE RIDER & ENGINE EMERGENCY STOPPINGSTARTING THE ENGINE MOWINGBASIC DRIVING DRIVING PRACTICESmooth Travel Forward Travel PracticePractice Turning Around a Corner ADVANCED DRIVINGPractice Turning In Place Executing TurnsInstalling the Mower Deck MOWER DECK REMOVAL INSTALLATIONRemoving the Mower Deck Figure 10. Mower Hitch Components A. Hair Pin ClipMAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCERIDER MAINTENANCE, All Models ENGINE MAINTENANCEACCESSING THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Rider Maintenance ItemsCLEAN DEBRIS FROM RIDER AND CLEAN DEBRIS FROM ENGINE COOLING AREAS AND AIR FILTERLUBRICATION Service Interval 25 hoursGrease Figure 15. Mower LubricationFigure 21. Balancing The Blade A D B C Figure 22. Blade Installation CLEAN DECK CHECK / REPLACE MOWER BLADESFigure 20. Blade Removal 4x4 Wood BlockCHECK RIDER SAFETY SYSTEM CLEAN THE BATTERY AND CABLESOperational SAFETY Checks Service Interval 100 HoursService Interval 200 Hours CHECK / ADJUST PTO CLUTCHA B B B Figure 24. PTO Clutch Adjustment A. Adjustment Window Qty. 3, one shown B. Adjustment Nut B A CCHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL Engine Maintenance ItemsCHANGE ENGINE OIL CHANGE ENGINE OIL & FILTERAir Filter Removal & Installation SERVICE AIR FILTER PRE-CLEANERA. Air Filter Latch B. Air Filter Cover C. Air Filter D. Pre-Cleaner A B A BAir Filter Service Pre-Cleaner ServicePre-Cleaner NOTE Replace a worn or damaged pre-cleanerGROUND SPEED CONTROL LEVER ADJUSTMENT SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTSSPEED BALANCING ADJUSTMENT CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENTBATTERY CHARGING BRAKE ADJUSTMENTENGINE ADJUSTMENTS Figure 34. Brake Adjustment A. Brake Rod B. Adjustment NutFigure 37. Side-to-Side Adjustment A. Threaded Rod B. Trunnion MOWER DECK LEVELING ADJUSTMENTSSide to Side Leveling A B C Figure 35. Measure Blade Tips to Ground A. Mower DeckMower Drive Belt Replacement MOWER BELT REPLACEMENTFront To Back Leveling Figure 38. Orient Blades Front-to-BackSTORAGE STORAGEBefore Storage After StorageTroubleshooting the Rider TROUBLESHOOTINGEngine will not turnoveradjust Troubleshooting the MowerEngine runs, but rider will notSERVICE ITEMS SPECIFICATIONSReplacement Parts Maintenance ItemsWATER, FERTILIZE HOW AND WHEN TOAERATE HOW HIGH TO MOW THE GRASSPROPER MOWING SPEED WHEN AND HOW OFTEN TO MOWNote Always operate the engine at full throttle when mowing Lawn Care & Mowing InformationP RO D U C T S, I N C . 535 Macon Street McDonough, GA
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