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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE
3.1 INTRODUCTION
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.
3.2
SERVICE - 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.
3.2.1. CHANGE ENGINE OIL
1. Place a 4 quart minimum capacity container
under the bottom of engine.
2. Remove the oil drain plug. See Figure 3.1.
FIGURE 3.1
3. After all the oil has drained, reinstall oil drain
plug and tighten securely. See Figure 3.1. 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.
3.2.2.
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 3.2.
6.
Check blade for sharpness, wear,
straightness and damage. Refer to Section
“BLADE WEAR LIMITS”.
FIGURE 3.2
REMOVE OIL
FILTER
REMOVE OIL DRAIN
ENGINE IS VIEWED FROM THE REAR
(4) BLADE
SPACERS
AIR
LIFT
BLADE
BEVELED
WASHER
MOUNTING
BOLT
TIGHTEN TO 70-80
FOOT POUNDS
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