Snapper ZF2301GKU, ZF5201M Service After First 5 Hours, Change Engine OIL, Check Mower Blade

Section 4 - MAINTENANCE

4.1INTRODUCTION

To retain the quality of the SNAPPER Out Front Z-Rider, use genuine SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact a local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. For the correct part or information for a particular SNAPPER Out Front Z-Rider, always mention the model and serial number. SNAPPER recommends returning the Out Front Z-Rider to an authorized SNAPPER dealer annually for inspection and addition of any new devices which might upgrade the safety of the Out Front Z-Rider. For the nearest SNAPPER dealer in your area, check the yellow pages under the heading LAWN MOWERS. For engine parts and service, look for the engine manufacturer’s dealers under the heading, ENGINES - gasoline.

4.2SERVICE - AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS

WARNING

DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blades running. Stop blades. Stop engine. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wires from spark plugs and (gas only) secure wires away from spark plugs. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns by allowing all parts sufficient time to cool.

4.2.1.CHANGE ENGINE OIL

1.Place a 4 quart minimum capacity container under the bottom of engine.

2.Remove the oil drain plug. See Figure 4.1.

ENGINE IS VIEWED FROM THE REAR

REMOVE OIL

FILTER

REMOVE OIL DRAIN

FIGURE 4.1

3.After all the oil has drained, reinstall oil drain plug and tighten securely. See Figure 4.1. Wipe up any oil that may have spilled. Dispose of drained oil properly.

4.Fill engine crankcase with new oil. Refer to your engine owner’s manual for oil specifications.

5.Change oil filter at every oil change. Refer to your engine owner’s manual for service instructions.

4.2.2.CHECK MOWER BLADE

1.Stop Engine.

2.Engage parking brake.

3.Turn key to “ON” position but DO NOT start engine. Raise mower deck off the ground using deck lift switch located to the right of operator as viewed from the operator’s position. Turn key to “OFF” position. Remove key.

4.Use a hydraulic floor jack or hoist to raise deck high enough to gain access to the underside of deck. Secure deck with safety blocks.

WARNING

Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades. Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury. DO NOT use a cutting blade that shows signs of excessive wear or damage. Refer to Section “MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT” for proper blade inspection and service procedures.

5.Check torque of blade mounting bolts. Torque to 70 to 80 ft. lbs. See Figure 4.2.

6.Check blade for sharpness, wear, straightness and damage. Refer to Section

“BLADE WEAR LIMITS”.

AIR

LIFT

(4)BLADE SPACERS

BLADE

BEVELED

WASHER

TIGHTEN TO 70-80

MOUNTINGFOOT POUNDS BOLT

FIGURE 4.2

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