Briggs & Stratton 355ZB2444, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...5Z Zero Turn Rider with 44 Mower 5900682 355ZB2450 Snapper 24HP B S 355Z Zero Turn Rider with 50 Mower 5900685 355ZB2450CE Snapper 24HP B S 355Z Zero Turn Rider with 50 Mower CE Export 5900768 355ZB2654 DLR Snapper 26HP B S 355Z Zero Turn Rider with 54 Mower 5900775 355ZB2446 Snapper 24HP B S 355Z Zero Tero Rider with 46 Mower Snapper 360Z Mfg No Description 5900760 360ZB2450CE Snapper 24HP B S 36...

Page 2: ...Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Briggs Stratton Power Products Group LLC Copyright 2009 Briggs Stratton Corporation Milwaukee WI USA All rights reserved SIMPLICITY is a trademark of Briggs Stratton Corporation Milwaukee WI USA Contact Informatio...

Page 3: ...aintenance 28 Inspect Muffler Spark Arrester 28 Check Fill Transmission Oil 29 Transmission Oil Filter Change 29 Battery Maintenance 30 Storage 30 Troubleshooting Adjustments Service 31 Troubleshooting the Rider 31 Troubleshooting the Mower 32 Common Cutting Problems 33 Seat Adjustment 34 Ground Speed Control Lever Adjustment 34 Speed Balancing Adjustment 35 Cutting Height Adjustment 35 Neutral Ad...

Page 4: ...uipment you have chosen ask a professional contact your local authorized dealer Read the Manual The operator s manual contains important safety information you need to be aware of BEFORE you operate your unit as well as DURING operation Safe operating techniques an explanation of the product s features and controls and maintenance information is included to help you get the most out of your equipm...

Page 5: ...pick up and throw debris that could seriously injure a bystander Be sure to clean up the area to be mowed and remove objects that could be thrown by the blade BEFORE you start mowing Do not operate this unit without the entire grass catcher or discharge guard deflector in place Also do not allow anyone in the area while the unit is running If someone does enter the area shut the unit off immediate...

Page 6: ...osed trailer garage or any other enclosed area that is not well ventilated Gasoline spills should be cleaned up promptly and before operation begins Gasoline should be stored only in sealed containers approved for fuel Proper maintenance is critical to the safety and performance of your unit Keep the unit free of grass leaves and excess oil Be sure to perform the maintenance procedures listed in t...

Page 7: ...ts before refueling removing an attachment making adjustments unless the adjustment can be made from the operator s position 25 When the machine is parked stored or left unattended lower the cutting means unless a positive mechanical lock is used 26 Before leaving the operator s position for any reason engage the parking brake if equipped disengage the blades PTO stop the engine and remove the key...

Page 8: ... on the slope 4 Do not mow on wet grass Tires may loose traction 5 Avoid starting stopping or turning on a slope If tires lose traction i e machine stops forward motion on a slope disengage the blade s PTO and drive slow off the slope 6 Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction which could cause the machine to rollover 7 Use extra care while oper...

Page 9: ...amps grip hoses firmly over the filter after installation 12 Do not use gasoline containing METHANOL gasohol containing more than 10 ETHANOL gasoline additives or white gas because engine fuel system damage could result 13 If the fuel tank must be drained it should be drained outdoors 14 Replace faulty silencers mufflers 15 Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary 16 Use only...

Page 10: ...WER PRODUCTS GROUP LLC MILWAUKEE WI 53201 USA S A M P L E S A M P L E S A M P L E S A M P L E North American CE Models CE Models Only Model xxxxxxx Serial xxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 20xx kg kW xxxx xxx x xx max XXX BRIGGS STRATTON CORP POWER PRODUCTS GROUP LLC MILWAUKEE WI 53201 USA A B C D E F I J H G CE Identification Tag Markings A Manufacturer s Identification Number B Product Description...

Page 11: ... others away Do not mow without discharge chute or entire grass catcher in place 51 00 13 7 A 2 1 1 2 3 5101233 USA Models CE Export Models Safety Decals All DANGER WARNING CAUTION and instructional messages on your rider and mower should be carefully read and obeyed Personal bodily injury can result when these instructions are not followed The information is for your safety and it is important Th...

Page 12: ...ot operate it See your authorized dealer Under no circumstance should you attempt to defeat the purpose of the safety interlock system EXPORT MODELS ONLY Safety Interlock System This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches These safety systems are present for your safety do not attempt to bypass safety switches and never tamper with safety devices Check their operation regularly Operationa...

Page 13: ...erial injury or death CAUTION This indicates a hazard which if not avoided might result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION or NOTICE These messages presented without the alert symbol indicate a situation where the unit or property could be damaged Hazard Safety Icon Alert Toxic Fumes Read the Manual Open flame hazard Fire Hazard Amputation Rotating Parts Amputation Hand in Blade Hazard Safety Ico...

Page 14: ...hoke for cold starting Open the choke once the engine starts A warm engine may not require choking Move the lever forward to close the choke Move the lever back to open the choke Ignition Switch The ignition switch starts and stops the engine it has three positions OFF Stops the engine and shuts off the electrical system RUN Allows the engine to run and powers the electrical system START Cranks th...

Page 15: ...information Seat Adjustment Lever The seat can be adjusted forward and backward Move the adjustment lever towards the left slide the seat to the desired position and release the lever Fuel Tank Fuel Level Gauge To remove the cap turn counterclockwise The fuel gauge is mounted in the fuel tank and indicates the amount of fuel in the tank Mower Height of Cut Adjustment Attachment Lift Control Lever ...

Page 16: ...arking brake disengage the PTO stop the engine and remove the key To reduce fire hazard keep the engine tractor and mower free of grass leaves and excess grease Do not stop or park tractor over dry leaves grass or combustible materials Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with care Never fill the tank when the engine is still hot from recent operation Do not allow open flame smoking or...

Page 17: ...e shut down follow the procedure given in STOPPING THE RIDER Stopping the Rider and Engine 1 Returning the ground speed control levers to the middle position will stop tractor movement Pivot the levers outward and lock them in NEUTRAL 2 Disengage the PTO by pushing down on the PTO switch 3 Engage the parking brake by pulling the handle up until it locks into position 4 Move the throttle control to...

Page 18: ... inward BASIC DRIVING Forward Travel Practice Gradually move both ground speed control levers evenly FORWARD from neutral Slow down and repeat NOTE Straight forward travel takes practice If necessary top speed can be balance adjusted see the Speed Balancing Adjustment in the Adjustments section near the back of this manual Reverse Travel Practice LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND then gradually move both groun...

Page 19: ...g the Zero Turn rider you will learn more maneuvers that will make your mowing time easier and more enjoyable Remember the more you practice the better your control of the Zero Turn will be Practice Turning Around a Corner While traveling forward bring one handle gradually back toward neutral Repeat several times NOTE To prevent pivoting directly on the tire tread it is best to keep both wheels go...

Page 20: ...the belt off of the stationary idler pulley B b Carefully release the tension on the breaker bar c Remove the belt from the PTO pulley C Figure 10 Removing the Mower Deck from the Unit 1 Pull the hair pins C D Figure 12 and disconnect the deck leveling links I J 2 44 50 Simplicity Models Only Pull the hair pin and disconnect the roller bar connecting rod M 3 Pull and turn the rod locks A B E F to ...

Page 21: ...f the deck using a 2 x 4 as a lever pull the handle G to align the front hanger rod ends H with the slots and secure with the front rod locks A B Reinstalling the Mower Deck Belt 1 Reinstall the belt and make sure that it is properly seated in all pulleys 44 50 Mower Decks a Install the belt as shown in Figure 10 b Release tension from the tensioning idler pulley using the belt tension lever D and...

Page 22: ...lant s growth system and weakens the grass plants A good rule of thumb is the 1 3 rule to cut no more than one third of the grass height and never more than 1 inch at a time The amount of grass you are able to cut in one pass is also effected by the type of mowing system you are using for example broadcasting with side discharge decks can process a much larger volume of grass than mulching does Ta...

Page 23: ...How Often to Mow The time of day and condition of the grass greatly affect the results you ll get when mowing For the best results follow these guidelines 1 Mow when the grass is between three and five inches high 2 Mow with sharp blades Short clippings of grass one inch or shorter decompose more quickly than longer blades Sharp mower blades cut grass cleanly and efficiently preventing frayed edge...

Page 24: ...onditions Mulching mowers cannot function properly if the grass is wet or if the grass is simply to high to cut Even more than normal mowing mulching requires that the grass be dry and the the appropriate amount is cut Do not use the mower as a mulching mower during the first two or three mowings in the spring The long grass blades quick growth and often wetter conditions are more suitable for bro...

Page 25: ...Check Rider Mower for loose hardware Check Clean Engine Cooling Fins Check Adjust PTO Clutch Lubricate Rider Mower Clean Battery Cables Check Tire Pressure Clean Deck Check Replace Mower Blades Check Transmission Oil Change Transmission Oil Filter ENGINE MAINTENANCE ITEMS Before Each Use Every 5 Hours Every 25 Hours Every 100 Hours Every 200 Hours Spring Fall Check Engine Oil Level Check Change En...

Page 26: ...ings are not installed Not all greases are compatible Use automotive type lithium grease Oil control handle pivots discharge chute hinge Generally all moving metal parts should be oiled where contact is made with other parts Keep oil and grease off belts and pulleys Remember to wipe fittings and surfaces clean both before and after lubrication Figure 14 Lubricate the Rider Lube Idler Arm Pivot Reg...

Page 27: ...e 18 Loosening the Mower Blade for Removal CAUTION Avoid injury Mower blades are sharp Always wear gloves when handling mower blades or working near blades DANGER Avoid injury A worn or damaged blade can break and a piece of the mower blade could be thrown into the operator s or bystander s area resulting in serious personal injury or death Inspect the mower blade every 25 hours or at least once a...

Page 28: ... balanced See Sharpening the Mower Blades for proper sharpening instructions 4 Repeat the process until the mower blade remains in the horizontal position Reinstalling the Mower Blades 1 Reinstall each mower blade with the air lifts pointing up towards the mower deck as shown in Figure 23 Wedge a wooden block between the mower blade and the mower deck housing and secure the mower blade with the mo...

Page 29: ... hose clamps from the fuel filter 4 Remove the hoses from the filter 5 Install the new filter in the proper flow direction in the fuel line 6 Secure with the hose clamps 7 Reconnect the negative battery cable when finished WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with care Never fill the tank when the engine is still hot from recent operation Do not allow open flame smoking or matc...

Page 30: ...ng a drop of oil see the engine operator s manual for oil recommendations on your finger tip wet the rubber gasket on the bottom of the new filter 7 Turn the filter clockwise until the rubber gasket meets the filter base Then turn 1 2 to 3 4 of a turn more 8 Add engine oil Refer to the engine operator s manual for oil filling instructions 9 Remove the shop cloth and wipe up any spilled oil Engine ...

Page 31: ...se until the gasket makes contact then tighten 3 4 of a turn more 5 Reinstall the filter guard with the three 1 4 filter guard screws 6 Using a hex bit swivel socket or a modified allen wrench remove the top port plug from the transmissions 7 Remove the transmission reservoir cap and fill with oil until oil appears at the bottom of the transmission s top port approximately 2 qts 1 89L 8 Reinstall ...

Page 32: ...e key Perform engine maintenance and storage measures listed in the engine owner s manual This includes draining the fuel system or adding stabilizer to the fuel do not store a fueled unit in an enclosed structure see warning Battery life will be increased if it is removed put in a cool dry place and fully charged about once a month If the battery is left in the unit disconnect the negative cable ...

Page 33: ...ank 4 Engine flooded 4 Move choke control to closed position 5 Fuse blown 5 Replace fuse 6 Battery terminals require 6 Clean the battery terminals cleaning 7 Battery discharged or dead 7 Recharge or replace 8 Wiring loose or broken 8 Visually check wiring replace broken or frayed wires Tighten loose connections 9 Solenoid or starter motor faulty 9 Repair or replace See authorized dealer 10 Safety ...

Page 34: ...y attached 1 See authorized service dealer for repair or damaged Engine stalls easily with 1 Engine speed too slow 1 Set to full throttle mower engaged 2 Ground speed too fast 2 Decrease Ground Speed 3 Cutting height set too low 3 Cut tall grass at maximum cutting height during first pass 4 Discharge chute jamming 4 Cut grass with discharge pointing toward with cut grass previously cut area Excess...

Page 35: ...rly inflated 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 leveled correctly 1 Level the deck correctly 2 Blades are dull or worn 2 Sharpen or replace the blad...

Page 36: ...und Speed Control Lever Adjustment The control levers can be adjusted in three ways The alignment of the control levers the placement of the levers how close the ends are to one another and the height of the levers can be adjusted To Adjust the Handle Alignment Loosen the mount bolts A Figure 31 and pivot the lever s C to align with each other To Adjust the Handle Placement Loosen the jam nuts and...

Page 37: ...ment If the unit creeps forward or backward with the control levers in their neutral positions see your dealer Speed Balancing Adjustment If the rider veers to the right or left when the ground speed control levers are in the maximum forward or reverse position the top speed of each of these levers can be balanced by turning the adjustment bolt s A C Figure 32 Only adjust the speed of the wheel th...

Page 38: ... the o ring against the adjustment collar to prevent the collar from loosening during operation Figure 35 Suspension Adjustment A Front Shock Adjustment Collar A Figure 34 Parking Brake Adjustment A Brake Spring B First Measurement 50 1 27 cm C Brake Spring Rod D Lock Nut E Second Measurement 375 0 95 cm F Set Collar G Brake Shaft Weldment Parking Brake Adjustment 1 Disengage the PTO stop the engi...

Page 39: ...e 5 Check the windows for an equal amount of tension when the gauge is inserted and removed and make any necessary adjustments by tightening or loosening the adjustment nuts NOTE The actual air gap between the rotor and armature may vary even after performing the adjustment procedure This is due to dimensional variations on component parts and is an acceptable condition 6 Check the mower blade sto...

Page 40: ... to the front tip of the center blade and from the ground to rear tips of left hand and right hand blades Figures 39 41 The front tip of the center blade should be 1 4 6mm higher than rear tips of left hand and right hand blades If not proceed with steps 8 11 8 Check the length of the hanging rods The rear D Figure 40 should be 15 38 1cm and is not adjusted To adjust the pitch of the mower deck ad...

Page 41: ...h and tighten the locknut Repeat step 4 if necessary Figure 42 Roller Bar Leveling A Eccentric and Locknut A Figure 43 Release Belt Tension A Belt Tension Release Lever B Guard Notch 44 50 Mowers Only A B Troubleshooting Adjustments Service Figure 44 Mower Belt Routing A Arbor Pulleys B Back Side Idler Pulleys C PTO Pulley D Belt Tension Release Lever A A A C D B Mower Belt Replacement 1 Park the ...

Page 42: ... the idler arm A Figure 45 Carefully rotate the breaker bar COUNTER CLOCKWISE which will relieve the tension on the belt exerted from the idler arm Slide the belt off the stationary idler pulley B 2 Remove the old drive belt and install the new one as shown in Figure 46 Make sure that the V side of the belt runs in the pulley groves of the spindle pulleys and that the back of the drive belt must r...

Page 43: ...drive belt Figure 47 Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement Shown from Below A Pump Drive Belt B Crankshaft Pulley C Transmission Pulley D Idler Pulleys stationary E Idler Pulley F Idler Arm G Spring H Spring Anchor Hook B E A H Battery Charging A dead battery or one too weak to start the engine may be the result of a defect in the charging system or other electrical component If there is any doubt...

Page 44: ...ater 5 Turn the PTO switch OFF stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 6 Turn the water off Remove the garden hose and quick disconnect from the washout port when completed WARNING Before running the mower make sure the hose is properly connected and does not come into contact with the blades When the mower is running and the blades are engaged the person cleaning the mower deck must...

Page 45: ...kg Specifications Specifications NOTE Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice Technical Manuals Additional copies of this manual are available as well as fully illustrated parts lists These manuals show all of the product s components in exploded views 3D illustrations which show the relationship of parts and how they go together as well as part numb...

Page 46: ...Notes N o t f o r R e p r o d u c t i o n ...

Page 47: ...ranty service is requested the manufacturing date of the product will be used to determine warranty eligibility ABOUT YOUR WARRANTY We welcome warranty repair and apologize to you for being inconvenienced Warranty service is available only through servicing dealers authorized by Briggs Stratton or BSPPG LLC Most warranty repairs are handled routinely but sometimes requests for warranty service may...

Page 48: ...ar Front Wheels Tire Size 11 x 4 00 5 Inflation Pressure 40 psi 2 76 bar BELTS AND BLADES TRACTOR Pump Drive Belt 5101033 44 MOWER Deck Drive Belt 5023256 Mower Blade 1704100 46 MOWER Deck Drive Belt 5102145 Mower Blade 1737228 50 MOWER Deck Drive Belt 5023255 Mower Blade 1708229 54 MOWER Deck Drive Belt 5101405 Mower Blades 1736044 1736043 Product Quick Specs Simplicity Simplicity Manufacturing I...