Snapper YZ18426BVE, YZ20486BVE Maintenance/Replacement Parts, Troubleshooting, Loss Of Traction

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM		PROBABLE CAUSE
Rider Will Not Move Or	1. Joystick in the neutral “N” position.
Loss Of Traction	2. Roll release lever is in “ROLL” position.
	3.	Low transmission hydraulic oil level.
	4.	Parking Brake engaged.
	5.	Traction drive belt requires replacement.
Blade(s) Not Cutting	1. Blade engagement switch in the “OFF” position.
	2.	Clutch belt slipping.
	3.	Mower belt slipping.
	4.	Electric clutch not functioning.
Cutting Grass	1. Uneven tire pressure.
Improperly	2. Cutting height too low or high.
	3.	Engine speed too slow.
	4.	Forward speed too fast.
	5.	Terraced cut, side to side.
	6.	Excessive deck pitch, front to rear.
	7.	Cutting blade(s) dull or damaged.
	8.	Blade belt slipping.
	9.	Check electric clutch.
	10. Check clutch belt.

Poor Grass Discharge 1. Engine speed too slow.

2.Forward speed too fast.

3.Grass is wet.

4.Excessively worn or damaged blade(s).

5.Build up of grass clippings and debris under deck.

6.Improper blade(s) installed on deck.

7.Blade(s) installed improperly on deck.

Battery Will Not Charge 1. Poor cable connections.

2.Bad battery cell(s).

3.Faulty alternator.

Oil Leaking 1. Leaking hose fittings, clamps or reservoir.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

1.Place joystick in desired speed position.

2.Move roll release lever to the engaged position.

3.Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.

4.Move parking brake to disengaged position.

5.Replace traction drive belt.

1.Move blade switch to the “ON” position.

2.Replace clutch belt.

3.Replace mower belt.

4.Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.

1.Bring to proper pressure.

2.Adjust cutting height.

3.Move engine speed control to “FAST” position.

4.Move joystick to a slower speed.

5.Adjust side to side level.

6.Adjust front to rear pitch.

7.Sharpen cutting edges or replace blade(s).

8.Replace blade belt.

9.Adjust to proper specifications. (33” Deck Only)

10.Replace clutch belt.

1.Move engine speed control to “FAST” position.

2.Move joystick to a slower speed.

3.Mow when grass is dry.

4.Service mower blade(s).

5.Clean deck.

6.Install proper SNAPPER blades.

7.Install blades properly.

1.Clean cables and battery terminals.

2.Replace with new battery.

3.Contact engine manufacturer’s dealer.

1.Verify fittings and hose clamps are tight.

4.6. MAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT PARTS

MAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT PARTS

42” Cutter Deck Blade (2 Blades Required)	2-6691
48” Cutter Deck Blade (3 Blades Required)	7-5588
42” Cutter Deck Belt (Electric Clutch to Cutting Deck)	7-5235
48” Cutter Deck Belt (Electric Clutch to Cutting Deck)	7-5092
Wheel Drive Belt (Engine to Hydro Transaxle)	4-2773
Mower Drive Belt (Engine to Electric Clutch)	2-9117
Mower Drive Belt (Engine to Electric Clutch) (48” Deck Only)	4-6997
Parts Manual for SCRAMBLER YZ 42” & 48” Series 6	06183

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