Snapper EYZ15334BVE, Safety Instructions & Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...33 Cutting Deck 4 Series Designation B Briggs Engine V Over Head Valve E Electric Start Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product Before operating your YARD CRUISER read this manual carefully and pay pa...

Page 2: ...DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 15 degrees 27 grade 2 Exercise EXTREME CAUTION on slopes above 10 degrees 18 grade Turn blades OFF when traveling uphill Use a slow speed and avoid sudden o...

Page 3: ...irectional changes OPERATION Continued From Previous Column 14 Exercise CAUTION when pulling loads Limit loads to those you can safely control and attach loads to hitch plate as specified with SNAPPER...

Page 4: ...t Shaft Lubrication 14 Parking Brake Pivot Bushings Lubrication 14 Service Annually 15 Engine 15 Air Filter 15 Oil Filter 15 Engine Oil 15 Transaxle 15 Fuel Filter 15 Storage Out of Season 15 SECTION...

Page 5: ...essential parts of the SNAPPER YARD CRUISER It is recommended that all operators of this equipment become thoroughly familiar with the controls components and operation of this machine before operati...

Page 6: ...chine If any operator has difficulty in understanding certain symbols incorporated in the decals an authorized SNAPPER dealer should be contacted for explanation READ MANUAL 2 8700 EUROPEAN NOISE CONT...

Page 7: ...ment FIGURE 2 2 2 1 5 Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and engine of any accumulation of dirt grass oil etc Keep engine air intake screen and cooling fins clear at all times 2 1 6 Add fuel to t...

Page 8: ...gaged and the blade switch is in the OFF position 2 2 2 OPERATION Be seated on the YARD CRUISER before attempting to start the engine with the key switch 1 Make certain the blade switch is in the OFF...

Page 9: ...Stop motion of riding mower by moving joystick to neutral N position See to Figure 2 8 2 3 3 MOWER BLADE 1 Push the blade switch in to OFF position to disengage or stop the mower blades See Figure 2...

Page 10: ...handle only it is not necessary to pull up on the release lever at the same time Use the release lever when moving deck cutting height to a lower cutting position 1 Grasp both handles together to dise...

Page 11: ...hing in and rotating clockwise to close Wipe up any oil that may have spilled Dispose of drained oil properly See Figure 3 1 7 Change oil filter at every oil change Refer to your engine owner s manual...

Page 12: ...r 3 2 4 CHECK TRANSAXLE DRIVE BELTS 1 Checking Transaxle Belt Tension The transaxle drive belts require no adjustment If belts are frayed slit severed or belt strands exposed replace belt before opera...

Page 13: ...ent 2 Mower Drive Belt Check belt for proper tension No adjustment required Replace belt as needed 3 Mower Blade Check blade for sharpness wear damage and torque Refer to Section MOWER BLADE REPLACEME...

Page 14: ...moved to lubricate the pivot shaft The access hole is at the rear of the front structure underneath frame cover a The pivot shaft grease fitting can be accessed through a hole at the rear of the front...

Page 15: ...o the nearest authorized Snapper dealer for service 3 4 6 Fuel Filter Service fuel filter as instructed below Turn key to OFF position Engine MUST be stopped and MUST be cold before removing filter Tu...

Page 16: ...th safety blocks 3 Turn key to start position and start machine Move engine speed control to FAST position 4 Disengage parking brake Both rear wheels should not have any movement not rotating If wheel...

Page 17: ...mower drive belt Replace belt if signs of excessive wear and or damage are present 4 3 3 BELT REMOVAL 1 Remove footrest Refer to Section FOOT REST REMOVAL 2 Remove old belt 4 3 4 BELT REPLACEMENT 1 Ro...

Page 18: ...or repaired and is functioning properly Contact your SNAPPER dealer for assistance 4 3 6 ADJUSTING MOWER BLADE The straightness of the mower blade s is essential for smooth even mowing Adjust blade st...

Page 19: ...ntinue to the next page for adjustment See Figure 4 8 FIGURE 4 8 6 Loosen the shoulder bolt that retains the eccentric 7 Turn eccentric UP or DOWN as required until blade tips are within 1 8 of the sa...

Page 20: ...gns of excessive wear or damage See Figure 4 12 4 4 2 BLADE SHARPENING 1 Make sure fuel cap is on tight Turn fuel shut off valve If equipped to the CLOSED position Start engine and allow it to run unt...

Page 21: ...battery Refer to Section BATTERY REMOVAL 2 Place battery in a well ventilated area on a level surface 3 Using distilled water refill cells as required to cover cell plates of which can also be visual...

Page 22: ...tate 4 With cell caps removed connect battery charger to battery terminals RED to positive and BLACK to negative terminal WARNING DO NOT OVERFILL DO NOT attempt to charge battery while installed on th...

Page 23: ...gaged 2 Engage park brake 3 Fuel tank empty or fuel shut off valve closed 3 Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel open fuel valve 4 Engine needs choking 4 Move choke control to CHOKE position 5 Blown Fuse 5...

Page 24: ...sure 1 Bring to proper pressure Improperly 2 Cutting height too low or high 2 Adjust cutting height 3 Engine speed too slow 3 Move engine speed control to FAST position 4 Forward speed too fast 4 Move...

Page 25: ...7 X X Drive Belts Check For Wear And Tension Page 16 17 X X X Mower Blades Check For Wear Damage Replacement Pages 20 21 X Mower Deck Clean Debris Accumulation Page 13 X Mower Deck Clean Outside and U...

Page 26: ...ginal purchase date SNAPPER will not be responsible for any installation cost incurred The battery warranty only covers original equipment batteries and does not cover damage to the battery or machine...

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Page 31: ...have any questions about your Snapper product contact your local authorized Snapper dealer or contact Snapper Customer Service at Snapper McDonough GA 30253 Phone 1 800 935 2967 COPYRIGHT 2002 SNAPPE...