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This manual is a vailab le in Spanish. For a cop y , contact y our Snapper Pr o dealer or www .snapperpr o.com. Este manual está disponible en Español. P ara obtener una copia, póngase en contacto con su distribuidor Snapper Pr o o www.snapperpr o.com. BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP , LLC 5375 NORTH MAIN STREET MUNNSVILLE, NY 13409 8 ...
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WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC. Copyright © 2012 Briggs & Stratton Corporation Milwaukee, WI, USA. All rights reserved. SNAPPER PRO is a trademark of Briggs & Stratton ...
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Table of Contents 1 Operator Safety ...........................................................2 Safety Rules and Information .................................2 Safety Decals ..........................................................8 Safety Interlock System ..........................................9 Features & Controls ....................... ...
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2 Operator Safety Operating Safety Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. Do not operate this machine unless you have been trained. Reading and understanding this operator’s manual is a way to train yoursel ...
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3 Operator Safety Slope Operation Operation on slopes can be dangerous. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep where you do not have adequate wheel traction (and control) can cause sliding, loss of steering, control, and possible rollover. You should not operate on a slope greater than a 5.4 foot rise over a 20 foot length (15 degrees). Always ...
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4 Fuel and Maintenance Always disengage all drives, shutoff the engine, and remove the key before doing any cleaning, refueling, or servicing. Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable. Do not smoke while operating or refueling. Do not add fuel while engine is hot or running. Allow engine to cool for at least 3 minutes prior to adding fuel. D ...
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5 2. Mow only in the daylight or with good artificial light, keeping away from holes and hidden hazards. 3. Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake is engaged before starting engine. Only start engine from the operator’s position. Use seat belts if provided. 4. Be sure of your footing while using pedestrian controlled equipment, espec ...
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6 Operator Safety 25. OSHA regulations may require the use of hearing protection when exposed to sound levels greater than 85 dBA for an 8 hour time period. Slope Operation Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip- over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up ...
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7 Operator Safety Service and Maintenance To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Safe Handling of Gasoline 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition. 2. Use only approved gasoline containers. 3. Never remove th ...
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8 www.SnapperPro.com Operator Safety Safety Decals Before operating your unit, read the safety decals. The cautions and warnings are for your safety. To avoid a personal injury or damage to the unit, understand and follow all safety decals. 1 2 2 3 3 1 2 3 4 (Located by transmissions). WARNING If any safety decals become worn or damaged, and cannot ...
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9 Operator Safety 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. Operational SAFETY Checks Test 1 — Engine should NOT crank if: • PTO switch is engaged, ...
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10 www.SnapperPro.com Features and Controls Identification Numbers SAMPLE SAMPLE When contacting your authorized dealer for replacement parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers. Record your part number, serial number and engine serial numbers in the space provided on the inside front cover for easy access. These numbers can be fou ...
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11 Control Functions The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mowing require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the OPERATION section. Ground Speed Control Levers These ...
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12 www.SnapperPro.com Transmission Oil Fill This unit is equipped with two transmission oil reservoirs. The transmission oil reservoirs are located beneath the operator’s seat and in front of the engine. Transmission oil is added through the transmission oil reservoirs. It also serves as extra holding capacity as the transmissions heat up and the ...
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13 General Operating Safety Before first time operation: • Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Operation sections before attempting to operate this tractor and mower. • Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the unit. • Drive in an open area without mowing to become accustomed to the unit. Checks Before Startin ...
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14 www.SnapperPro.com Operation Figure 5. Seat Adjustment A. Seat Adjustment Lever Seat Adjustment See Figure 5. The seat can be adjusted forward and backward. Move the lever towards the left, position the seat as desired, and release the lever to lock the seat into position. Figure 4. Checking Tire Pressure Check Tire Pressures Tire pressure shoul ...
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15 Operation Foot Pedal Adjustment The deck lift foot pedal can be adjusted to accommodate the operator’s height for optimal comfort. To adjust pedal position: 1. Remove the foot pedal (A, Figure 7) from the pedal mount tab (B). 2. Remove the pedal mount hardware (C) and rotate the tab 180 degrees. 3. Reinstall the pedal mount hardware and tighte ...
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16 www.SnapperPro.com Starting the Engine 1. While sitting in the operator’s seat, engage the parking brake by pulling the parking brake lever up, make sure the PTO switch is disengaged (pressed down fully) and the ground speed control levers are locked in the NEUTRAL position. 2. NOTE: A warm engine may not require choking. Set the engine thrott ...
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17 Operation Zero Turn Driving Practice The lever controls of the Zero Turn rider are responsive, and learning to gain a smooth and efficient control of the rider’s forward, reverse, and turning movements will take some practice. Spending some time going through the maneuvers shown and becoming familiar with how the unit accelerates, travels, and ...
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18 www.SnapperPro.com Executing an End-Of-Row Zero Turn Your Zero Turn Rider’s unique ability to turn in place allows you to turn around at the end of a cutting row rather than having to stop and Y-turn before starting a new row. For example, to execute a left end-of row zero turn: 1. Slow down at the end of the row. 2. Move the RIGHT ground spee ...
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19 Operation Mowing 1. Engage the parking brake. Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged, the ground speed control levers are locked in the NEUTRAL position and the operator is on the seat. 2. Start the engine (see Starting The Engine ). 3. Set the mower cutting height (see Mowing Height Adjustment ). 4. Set the throttle to FULL. 5. Engage the PTO b ...
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20 www.SnapperPro.com When and 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 ...
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21 Operation Attaching A Trailer The maximum weight of a towed trailer should be less than 200 lbs (91kg). Secure the trailer with a appropriately sized clevis pin (A, Figure 18) and clip (B). Excessive towed loads can cause loss of traction and loss of control on slopes. Reduce towed weight when operating on slopes. The surface being driven on gre ...
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22 www.SnapperPro.com Maintenance Schedule The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your rider and mower. You will need to keep a record of your operating time. Determining operating time is easily accomplished by observing the elapsed time recorded by the hour meter. Safety Items Before Each Use Every 5 Hours Every 25 Hours Eve ...
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23 Regular Maintenance Checking / Adding Fuel To add fuel: 1. Remove the fuel cap. 2. Fill the tank to about 1-1/2” (3,81 cm) of the bottom of the filler neck. This will allow for fuel expansion. NOTE: Do not overfill. Refer to your engine manual for specific fuel recommendations. 3. Install and hand tighten the fuel cap. Fuel Filter The fuel fil ...
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24 www.SnapperPro.com Lubrication Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 20 through 23 as well as the following lubrication points. Grease: • front caster wheel axles & yokes • deck lift pivot blocks • mower deck spindles • mower deck idler arm Use grease fittings when present. Disassemble parts to apply grease to moving p ...
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25 Regular Maintenance Figure 24. Checking Transmission Oil Level A. Transmission Oil Reservoirs B. “FULL COLD” mark A B Check / Fill Transmission Oil Oil Type: 20W-50 conventional detergent motor oil. 1. Check the oil level when the unit is cold. Locate the transmission oil reservoirs (A, Figure 24) located on the seat support plate. The oil s ...
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26 www.SnapperPro.com Regular Maintenance Servicing The Mower Blades Removing the Mower Blade 1. To remove the mower blade, use a 1” wrench on the flats of the spindle shaft and remove the mower blade mounting bolt with a 15/16” wrench (Figure 26). 2. If there are no flats on the spindle shaft, wedge a wooden block between the mower blade and t ...
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27 Regular Maintenance Figure 31. Tightening the Mower Blade for Installation A. Mower Blade Mounting Bolt B. Flat Washer C. Mower Blade Air Lift (Points Up For Installation) D. 4 X 4 Wooden Block D A B Sharpening the Mower Blade 1. Sharpen the mower blades with grinder, hand file, or electric blade sharpener. 2. Sharpen the mower blade by removing ...
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28 www.SnapperPro.com Figure 32. Control Lever Adjustment A. Placement Hardware B. Ground Speed Control Lever WARNING DO NOT adjust the tractor for a faster overall speed forward or reverse than it was designed for. A B Figure 33. Top Speed Adjustment A. Top Speed Adjustment Bolt B. Control Lever Base C. Alignment Hardware B A C Regular Maintenance ...
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29 Regular Maintenance 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 A B E G C D F Parking Brake Adjustment 1. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, engage the parking brake, and remove the key ...
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Return-to-Neutral Adjustment To determine if it is necessary to adjust the neutral return, perform the following steps. 1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake and turn off the engine. 2. Move the ground speed control levers into the operating position, pull the levers rearward and release. 3. Move the ground speed control levers out towards ...
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31 Regular Maintenance Figure 36. Check Lift Rod Timing Figure 37. Adjust Lift Rod Timing Figure 38. 2 x 4 Locations Deck Rod Timing Adjustment 1. Park the machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key. Rear tires must be inflated to 15 psi (1,03 bar); front tires to ...
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32 www.SnapperPro.com Regular Maintenance Figure 39. Hanger Chain Adjustment 36” Models 48” Models Deck Leveling Adjustment NOTE: Before adjusting the deck level, the deck lift rod timing must be checked and/or adjusted. 1. Park the machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine and engage the parking brake. Rear tires mus ...
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33 Regular Maintenance Mower Belt Replacement 1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key. 2. Lower the mower deck to its lowest cutting position and remove the mower deck guards. 3. Using a 1/2” breaker bar, place the square ...
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34 www.SnapperPro.com Regular Maintenance Check the Mower Belt Idler Tensioner Spring Length This procedure is for models with 36” Mower Decks (Serial Number Range: All) and models with 48” Mower Decks (Serial Number Range: 2014732448 & Above) 1. Park the machine on a smooth level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage ...
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35 Regular Maintenance 5-7/8” (14.92 cm) Figure 43. Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement A. Pump Drive Belt B. Crankshaft Pulley C. Pump Pulley D. Idler Pulley E. Idler Arm F. Spring G. Spring Anchor Eyebolt H. Stationary Idler Pulley B D A C H C Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement 1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concr ...
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36 www.SnapperPro.com Regular Maintenance Figure 44. Battery Compartment A. Positive (+) Cable & Terminal B. Negative (-) Cable & Terminal Battery Maintenance NOTE: This unit is equipped with a maintenance-free BCIU1 battery. Cleaning the Battery and Cables 1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative (black) cable first (B, Figure 4 ...
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37 Regular Maintenance Battery Service Checking Battery Voltage A voltmeter can be used to determine condition of battery. When engine is off, the voltmeter shows battery voltage, which should be 12 volts. When engine is running, the voltmeter shows voltage of charging circuit which normally is 13 to 14 volts. A dead battery or one too weak to star ...
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38 www.SnapperPro.com Regular Maintenance To Starter Switch Starting V ehicle Battery T o Gr ound To Starter Switch Dischar ged V ehicle Battery Engine Block THIS HOOK-UP FOR NEGA TIVE GR OUND VEHICLES MAKE CERT AIN VEHICLES DO NO T T OUCH Jumper Cab le Jumper Cab le WARNING Any procedure other than the preceding could result in: (1) personal injur ...
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39 Regular Maintenance Storage Temporary Storage (30 Days Or Less) Remember, the fuel tank will still contain some gasoline, so never store the unit indoors or in any other area where fuel vapor could travel to any ignition source. Fuel vapor is also toxic if inhaled, so never store the unit in any structure used for human or animal habitation. Her ...
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40 www.SnapperPro.com Troubleshooting Chart While normal care and regular maintenance will extend the life of your equipment, prolonged or constant use may eventually require that service be performed to allow it to continue operating properly. The troubleshooting guide below lists the most common problems, their causes and remedies. See the inform ...
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41 Troubleshooting Rider Troubleshooting Continued. Problem Cause Remedy Engine runs, but rider will 1. Transmission release lever(s) 1. Move the transmission release lever(s) to not drive. in “open” position. the “closed” position. 2. Belt is broken. 2. See Drive Belt Replacement. 3. Drive belt slips. 3. See problem and cause below. 4. Bra ...
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42 www.SnapperPro.com Troubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTING COMMON CUTTING PROBLEMS PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Streaking 1. Blades are not sharp. 2. Blades are worn down too far. 3. Engine speed is too slow. 4. Ground speed is too fast. 5. Deck is plugged with grass. 6. Not overlapping cutting rows enough. 7. Not overlapping enough when turning. 1. Sharpen you ...
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43 Specifications Specifications Note: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. ENGINE 19 Gross HP† Kawasaki (Models: 5900769, 5900853 and 5900734) Make Kawasaki Model FH580V Displacement 35.7 Cu. in (585 cc) Electrical System 12 Volt Starter, 13 amp. Alternator, Battery: 340 CCA Oil Capacity 1.9 US ...
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44 www.SnapperPro.com THIS IS A 15 DEGREE SLOPE INSTRUCTIONS 1. Fold this page along the dotted line indicated above. 2. Align the left edg e of this guide with a vertical tree , a power line pole, a fence post, or any vertical structure. 3. Compare the angle of the fold with the angle of the hill. SLOPE INDENTIFICA TION GUIDE ALIGN THIS EDGE WITH ...
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BRIGGS & STRA TTON PRODUC TS W ARRANTY POLIC Y September 2012 LIMITED W ARRANTY Briggs & Stratton warr ants that, during the warr anty period specified below , it will repair or replace, fr ee of charge, an y par t that is defective in material or w orkmanship or both. T ransportation charges on product submitted f or repair or replacement ...
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California, U.S. EP A, and Briggs & Stratton Corporation Emissions Control W arranty Statement Y our Warranty Rights A nd Obligations September 2012 The California Air Resources Board, U.S. EP A, and Briggs & Stratton (B&S) are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your Model Y ear 2012 - - 2013 engine/ equipment. ...
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Operator’ s Manual S50X/S50XT Series Zer o- T urn Riding Mow ers BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP , LLC 5375 NORTH MAIN STREET MUNNSVILLE, NY 13409 800 933 6175 Not for Reproduction ...
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