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Snapper 5900830 S200XTBV2861, 61 Cut Zero-Turn Riding Mower Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems, CAUSE, PROBLEM

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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems

PROBLEM

CAUSE

REMEDY

Streaking

1.Blades are not sharp.

2.Blades are worn down too far.

3.Engine speed is too slow.

4.Ground speed is too fast.

5.Deck is plugged with grass.

6.Not overlapping cutting rows enough.

7.Not overlapping enough when turning.

1.Sharpen your blades.

2.Replace your blades.

3.Always mow at FULL throttle.

4.Slow down.

5.Clean out the mower.

6.Overlap you cutting rows.

7.When turning your effective cutting width decreases—overlap more when turning.

Scalping

1.Lawn is uneven or bumpy.

2.Mower deck cutting height is set too low.

3.Ground speed is too fast.

4.Deck is not levelled correctly.

5.Tire pressure is low or uneven.

1.Roll or level the lawn.

2.Raise the cutting height.

3.Slow down.

4.Correctly level the deck.

5.Check and inflate the tires.

6.	ReproductionMower spindle is bent or loose.6. Repair or replace the spindle.
Stepped Cutting.		for
1.	Deck is not leveled c rrectly.		1.	Level the deck correctly.
2.	Not		2.	Check and inflate the tires.
2.	Tires are not properly in lated.		2.	Check and inflate the tires.
3.	Blades are damaged.		3.	Replace the blades.
4.	Deck shell is damaged.		4.	Repair or replace the deck.
5.	Mower spindle is bent or loose.		5.	Repair or replace the spindle.
6.	Blades are installed incorrectly.		6.	Reinstall the blades correctly.
Uneven Cutting
1.	Deck is not l v l d correctly.		1.	Level the deck correctly.
2.	Blad s are dull or worn.		2.	Sharpen or replace the blades.
3.	Blades are damaged.		3.	Replace the blades.
4.	Deck is clogged with grass clippings.		4.	Clean out the deck.
5.	Deck shell is damaged.		5.	Repair or replace the deck.
7.	Blades are installed incorrectly.		7.	Reinstall the blades correctly.
8.	Tires are not properly inflated.		8.	Check and inflate the tires.

Stingers

1.Blades are not sharp or nicked.

2.Blades are worn down too far.

3.Engine speed is too low.

4.Ground speed is too fast.

5.Deck is plugged with grass.

1.Sharpen your blades.

2.Replace your blades.

3.Always mow at full throttle.

4.Slow down.

5.Clean out the mower.

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Contents

Model Operator’s Manual S200XT Series Zero-TurnRiding Mowers Reproduction Descripti n WARNING Table of Contents Operating Safety Children Slope Operation Thrown Objects Moving Parts Roll Bar Use Retaining Walls, Drop offs, and Water Overhead Obstacles Fuel and Maintenance Enclosed Areas TRAINING PREPARATION OPERATION TOWED EQUIPMENT (RIDE-ONUNITS) SLOPE OPERATION Page Page Page Page Operational SAFETY Checks NOTICE Features and Controls Identification Numbers Control Functions Ground Speed Levers Seat Adjustment Lever Ignition Switch Parking Brake Fuel Tank Cap Fuel Level Gauge PTO (Power Take Off) Switch Deck Lift Pedal, Cutting Height Operation General Operating Safety Checks Before Starting Check Tire Pressures Seat Adjustment Mowing Height Adjustment Foot Pedal Adjustment Raise and Lower the Roll Bar Starting the EnginePushing the Rider By Hand Stopping the Rider Operation Zero Turn Driving Practice Practice Turning Around a Corner Practice Turning In Place Executing an End-Of-RowZero Turn Mowing Mowing Recommendations Mowing Methods Attaching A Trailer Regular Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Checking / Adding Fuel Fuel Filter Engine Maintenance Change Oil & Filter Inspect Muffler and Spark Arrester Lubrication Check Hydraulic Oil Level Change Hydraulic Oil Filter Servicing The Mower Blades Sharpening the Mower Blade •Always wear gloves when handling the mower blades •Always wear safety eye protection when grinding Balancing the Mower Blades Avoid injury! Keep mower blades balanced Ground Speed Control Lever Adjustment Speed Balancing Adjustment Neutral Adjustment Parking Brake Adjustment Deck Rod Timing Adjustment - 61” Models Deck Leveling Adjustment - 61” Models Deck Rod Timing Adjustment - 72” Deck Leveling Adjustment - 72” Models Mower Belt Replacement Check the Mower Belt Idler Tensioner Spring Length Adjusting the Mower Belt Idler Spring Length Deck Lift Assist Springs Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement Battery Maintenance Regular Maintenance Battery Service Discharged Vehicle Battery Storage Starting After Long Term Storage Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Chart Troubleshooting the Rider Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the Mower Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems Specifications Specifications 26 Gross HP† Kawasaki 28 Gross HP* Briggs & Stratton 32 Gross HP* Briggs & Stratton 25.5 Gross HP† Kawasaki SLOPE INDENTIFICATION GUIDE LINE INSTRUCTIONS FOLD (TREE,POLE,FENCEPOST,BUILDING,ETC)