Snapper 5900665, 5900686, 5900696, 5900697, S150X Series Thank you , This manual contains

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals

known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth

defects, or other reproductive harm.

Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Snapper Pro product. We’re pleased that

you’ve placed your confidence in the Snapper Pro brand. When operated and maintained

according to the instructions in this manual, your Snapper Pro product will provide many

years of dependable service.

This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and

risks associated with this machine and how to avoid them. This machine is designed and

intended to be used and maintained according to the manual and operated by trained

professionals for finish cutting of established lawns and is not intended for any other

purpose. It is important that you read and understand these instructions thoroughly

before attempting to start or operate this equipment

Briggs & Stratton Yard Power Products Group

Copyright © 2007 Briggs & Stratton Corporation

Milwaukee, WI, USA. All rights reserved.

The Snapper Pro logo is a trademark of Briggs & Stratton

Corporation Milwaukee, WI, USA.

Contact Information:

Briggs & Stratton Yard Power Products Group

5375 N. Main St.

Munnsville, NY 13409-4003

(800) 933-6175

www.SnapperPro.com

ENGINE REFERENCE DATA

Unit Model Number

PRODUCT REFERENCE DATA

Unit SERIAL Number

Dealer Name Date Purchased

Engine Make Engine Model

Mower Deck Model Number Mower Deck SERIAL Number

Engine Type/Spec. Engine Code/Serial Number

DATE PURCHASED

See

Features and Controls

for the location of Identification Numbers

Contents

Main S150X Series Zero-Turn Riding Mower OPERATORS MANUAL Thank you This manual contains Table of Contents Safety Controls Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications NOTE: In this manual, left and right are referred to as seen from the operating position. OPERATING SAFETY READ THE MANUAL Operator Safety Safety Rules and Information SLOPE OPERATION THROWN OBJECTS MOVING PARTS ROLL BAR USE RETAINING WALLS, DROP-OFFS, AND WATER OVERHEAD OBSTACLES ENCLOSED AREAS FUEL AND MAINTENANCE TRAINING PREPARATION OPERATION SLOPE OPERATION TOWED EQUIPMENT (RIDE-ON UNITS) CHILDREN EMISSIONS IGNITION SYSTEM (GASOLINE MODELS) SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE ROLL BAR INSTRUCTIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE ROLL BAR SEAT BELT Safety Decals Safety Interlock System Operational SAFETY Checks Safety Icons DANGER CAUTION or NOTICE North American Safety Icons Identification Numbers SAMPLE Features and Controls Features and Controls Controls Control Functions Ground Speed Levers Seat Adjustment Lever Features & Controls Controls Operation General Operating Safety Checks Before Starting Mowing Height Adjustment. Check Tire Pressures Seat Adjustment (Suspension Seat) Foot Pedal Adjustment Mowing Height Adjustment Figure 8. Raise & Lower the Roll Bar A. Hair Pin Clip B. Retainer Pin C. Roll Bar D. Rubber Stop Raise and Lower the Roll Bar Starting the Engine NOTE: A warm engine may not require choking. Stopping the Rider Pushing the Rider By Hand Figure 9. Hydraulic System By-Pass A. Hydraulic Release Valve (left-hand pump shown) Zero Turn Driving Practice Figure 12. Reverse Travel Figure 11. Forward Travel Figure 10. Move Control Levers Gradually Executing an End-Of-Row Zero Turn Practice Turning Around a Corner Practice Turning In Place Mowing Starting The Engine Figure 17. Incremental Cutting Stopping The Rider and Engine Mowing Recommendations Mowing Methods Figure 19. Trailer Weight Recommendations A. Clevis Pin B. Clip Attaching A Trailer Figure 18. Mulching Action Maintenance Schedule Regular Maintenance Checking / Adding Fuel NOTE: Do not overfill. Refer to your engine manual for specific fuel recommendations. Fuel Filter Change Oil & Filter Engine Maintenance Lubrication NOTE: Front casters should be lubricated annually. Figure 21. Deck Lubrication Figure 23. Deck Lift Linkage Pivots Figure 24. Front Caster & Wheel A. 1/4-28 Bolt Check Hydraulic Oil Level Change Hydraulic Oil Filter Servicing The Mower Blades DANGER Page Ground Speed Control Lever Adjustment Speed Balancing Adjustment Figure 33. Control Lever Adjustment A. Placement Hardware B. Ground Speed Control Lever Parking Brake Adjustment Neutral Adjustment Return-to-Neutral Adjustment Figure 38. Check Lift Rod Timing Figure 39. Adjust Lift Rod Timing Figure 41. Hanger Chain Adjustment Figure 40. 2 x 4 Locations Deck Rod Timing Adjustment Deck Leveling Adjustment NOTE: Before adjusting the deck level, the deck lift rod timing must be checked and/or adjusted. Figure 42. Mower PTO Belt A. Idler Arm B. Stationary Idler Pulley Mower Belt Replacement Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement Battery Maintenance Battery Service Page Storage Starting After Long Term Storage Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Chart Troubleshooting the Rider Troubleshooting Rider Troubleshooting Continued. Troubleshooting the Mower Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 44 www.SnapperPro.com Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems 45 Specifications Specifications Ferris Industries - a division of Simplicity Manufacturing Inc. Owner's Limited Warranty Information Product Specifications: Common Service Parts: ENGINE: BELTS AND BLADES: S150X Series Zero-Turn Riding Mower