Grass Catcher Maintenance

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IF THE GRASS CATCHER BECOMES CLOGGED (Continued From Previous Page)

2.Empty catcher more often.

3.Clean screen on rear cover assembly.

4.Ground speed too fast – cut at slower speed.

5.Removing too much grass – raise cutting height, cut partial width, and cut lawn more frequently.

6.Grass is too wet from rain or dew – allow grass to dry.

7.Blades are dull or worn – inspect blades and replace as necessary. Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement blades.

8.Deck, blower, or hose has clipping build up – clean all clippings from all internal surfaces.

WARNING

DO NOT put fingers or hands inside blower! STOP blades. STOP engine. Remove key. Use only a stick, or other suitable means, to clear the blower of clogs or other obstructions!

WARNING

DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or repairs with engine running. STOP blades. STOP engine. Remove key.

WARNING

Grass Catcher components are subject to deteriora- tion. Inspect frequently. Replace worn or damaged components immediately. Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts.

To Clear A Plugged Hose

1.Stop blades. Stop engine. Remove key.

2.After all rotating components (engine, blower, blades) have come to a complete stop, loosen hose clamp at outlet of blower, and remove hose from blower.

3.Clear any obstructions from hose. If necessary, use a stick to reach into the hose.

4.Reinstall hose to blower and securely tighten hose clamp.

To Clear A Plugged Blower

1.Stop blades and blower. Stop engine. Remove key.

2.After all rotating components have come to a complete stop, loosen the hose clamp at the outlet of the blower.

3.Remove hose from blower.

4.Using a stick or similar object, clear all obstructions from blower. DO NOT INSERT HAND.

5.Reinstall hose to blower and securely tighten hose clamp.

Grass Catcher components are subject to wear and deteri- oration during normal usage. Inspect all components fre- quently for signs of wear and deterioration. Replace worn or damaged components immediately.

BEFORE EACH USE

1.Perform pre-start checklist and maintenance as instructed in the SNAPPER Mid-Mount Z-Rider Operator’s Manual and Engine Owner’s Manual includ- ed with the machine.

2.Clamshell Catcher. Inspect all catcher components. Replace all worn or damaged parts.

3.Deck, Blower, Hose. Clean grass build up from deck, blower, hose, covers and rear cover screen. To maintain peak performance make sure screen is clean at each dumping.

4.Hose. Check hose for wear, tears and holes. Replace as needed.

5.Blades. Check blades for sharpness, wear, flatness and damage. Refer to MMZ Operator’s Manual for blade wear limits and sharpening/replacement instruc- tions.

6.Blower. Check blower impeller, blower housing and inlet/outlets for signs of wear and deterioration. Replace as needed. Check all fasteners and hardware to insure none are missing and all are tightened securely. Lubricate impeller shaft bearings with 1 to 3 shots of General Purpose grease from a grease gun.

7.Belts. Check belts for wear and fraying. Replace as needed.

8.Idler Arm. Check idler arm to insure it pivots freely and bushings are not worn. Replace worn bushings as needed.