Snapper EYZ16335BVE, Safety Instructions & Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...3 Cutting Deck 5 Series Designation B Briggs Engine V Over Head Valve E Electric Start Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product Before operating your SCRAMBLER read this manual carefully and pay particu...

Page 2: ...ed and avoid sudden or sharp turns 3 DO NOT operate machine back and forth across face of slopes Operate up and down Practice on slopes with blades off 4 AVOID starting stopping and turning on slopes...

Page 3: ...osed vehicles or trailers 9 Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete DO NOT use a nozzle lock open device 10 If fuel is spil...

Page 4: ...ses contain carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly poison 7 Disconnect negative black cable from battery before performing maintenance or service Cranking engine could cause injury 8 DO NOT work under...

Page 5: ...Caster Wheel Pivot Shaft Lubrication 15 Parking Brake Pivot Bushings Lubrication 15 Service Annually 16 Engine 16 Air Filter 16 Oil Filter 16 Engine Oil 16 Transaxle 16 Fuel Filter 16 Storage Out of...

Page 6: ...the essential parts of the SNAPPER SCRAMBLER It is recommended that all operators of this equipment become thoroughly familiar with the controls components and operation of this machine before operati...

Page 7: ...ing certain symbols incorporated in the decals an authorized SNAPPER dealer should be contacted for explanation READ MANUAL 2 8700 EUROPEAN NOISE CONTROL 7 4135 EUROPEAN COMMUNITY 2 9776 ENGINE SPEED...

Page 8: ...ior 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 tank of the SCRAMBLER outside wher...

Page 9: ...g Brake is engaged and the Blade Switch is in the Off position The operator should be in the seat Start engine as follows 1 Move joystick lever to N Neutral position See Figure 2 5 2 Make certain the...

Page 10: ...machine on slopes 2 3 2 WHEEL DRIVE 1 Stop motion of riding mower by moving joystick to neutral N position See Figure 2 8 2 3 3 MOWER BLADE 1 Push the blade switch in to OFF position to disengage or...

Page 11: ...te machine if any safety interlock or safety device is not in place and functioning properly DO NOT attempt to defeat modify or remove any safety device ENGINE MUST NOT START IF 1 Park Brake not in en...

Page 12: ...close the drain by pushing 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...

Page 13: ...CK 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 operating mower...

Page 14: ...to Section Blade Brake Adjustment 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 t...

Page 15: ...sembly will have to be removed to lubricate the pivot shaft The access hole is at the rear of the front structure underneath the footrest a The pivot shaft grease fitting can be accessed through a hol...

Page 16: ...service 3 4 6 Fuel Filter Service fuel filter as instructed below Close fuel valve in fuel line Run engine until engine runs out of fuel Turn key to OFF position Engine MUST be stopped and MUST be co...

Page 17: ...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 18: ...lt Replace belt if signs of excessive wear and or damage are present 4 3 3 BELT REMOVAL 1 Remove footrest floor pan assembly Refer to Section FOOTREST REMOVAL 2 Remove old belt 4 3 4 BELT REPLACEMENT...

Page 19: ...e brake has been adjusted 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 e...

Page 20: ...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 21: ...Inspect blade frequently for signs of excessive wear or damage See Figure 4 12 4 4 2 BLADE SHARPENING 1 Close vent on fuel cap and make sure cap is tight Close fuel valve in fuel line Start engine and...

Page 22: ...VICE 1 Remove 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 a...

Page 23: ...ry to 80 charged state 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 whi...

Page 24: ...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 25: ...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 26: ...ing Battery Pages 23 X Tires Check Pressures Page 8 X X Drive Belts Check For Wear And Tension Page 17 18 X X X Mower Blades Check For Wear Damage Replacement Pages 21 22 X Mower Deck Clean Debris Acc...

Page 27: ...xpress warranty DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY Implied warranties including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to two 2 years from purchase date for the original purchas...

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Page 32: ...ave 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 2003 SNAPPER...