Not for
Reproduction
3
Simplicity / Massey Ferguson / Snapper ZTR
Uncrating
1. Using a reciprocating utility saw or equivalent, cut
crate away from bottom skid. Remove crate. Remove
shrink-wrap plastic.
2. Cut any banding securing the unit.
3. Release parking brake.
4. Place hydro release valves (A, Figure 1) in the PUSH
position by turning the valve counterclockwise one to
two turns.
5. Be sure there are no nails or sharp objects on the
bottom of the skid to puncture the tires. Roll the rider
forward off the skid.
6. Engage the hydro pumps by tightening the release
valves (A) to 80-120 in. lbs.
IMPORTANT NOTE
When cutting crate from bottom skid,
use caution around tires and mower
rollers.
Battery Activation &
Installation
Charge Battery
1. Tip the seat forward to access the battery.
2. To charge the battery, follow the instructions provided
by the battery charger manufacturer as well as all
warnings included in the safety rules section of this
document. Charge the battery until fully charged
(until the specific gravity of the electrolyte is 1.250 or
higher and the electrolyte temperature is at least 60°
F). Do not charge at a rate higher than 10 amps.
WARNING
BATTERY SAFETY RULES
• Battery acid causes severe burns. Avoid contact
with skin.
• Wear eye protection while handling the battery.
• To avoid an explosion, keep flames and sparks
away from battery, especially while charging.
• When installing battery cables,
CONNECT THE POSITIVE (+) CABLE FIRST and
negative (-) cable last. If not done in this order,
the positive terminal can be shorted to the frame
by a tool.
Install Battery
1. Install the battery in the battery compartment and
secure using the rubber hold-down strap (C, Figure
2).
2. Connect the red positive battery cable (B) to the posi-
tive battery post.
3. Connect the black negative battery cable (A) to the
negative battery post using a capscrew, washer, lock-
washer and nut.
Figure 1. Transmission Release Valves
A. Hydraulic Release Valve (On Each Pump)
A
Figure 2. Battery
A. Negative Cable
B. Positive Cable & Cover
C. Rubber Hold-Down Strap
A
C
B
A
B
C
