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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 1
Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for SCRAMBLER HYDRO DRIVE SERIES 5 MODELS YZ18425BVE YZ20485BVE MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION Y Z 18 42 5 B V E MODEL DESIGNATION ENGINE OPTIONS DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE ENGINE TYPE ENGINE HORSE POWER ENGINE MODEL CUTTING WIDTH SERIES DESIGNATION Y – SCRAMBLER Z – Zero Turning Radius 18 – 16 HP Engine 20 – ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 2
2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: This pow erful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can cause injury and damage! Failure to comply w ith the follow ing SAFETY instructions could result in serious injury or death to the operator or other persons. The owner of the machine must understand these in ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 3
3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PREPARATION (Continued From Previous Page) 7. Keep people and pets out of mow ing area. Immediately STOP blades, STOP engine, and STOP machine if anyone enters the area. 8. Check shields, deflectors, sw itches, blade controls and other safety dev ices frequently for proper operation and location. 9. Make sure all saf ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 4
4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE 1. DO NOT store machine or fuel container inside w here fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light such as in a w ater heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliance. Allow engine to cool before storing machine in an enclosure. Store fuel container out of the reach of children in a we ll v ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 5
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIO NS ........................................................................ 2-4 TABLE OF CO NTENTS ...................................................................................................... 5 SECTION 1 - FAMI LIARIZATI ON....................................................................... ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 6
6 Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION FIGURE 1.1 1. 1 INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared for the operator’s of the SNAPPER SCRAMBLER. Its purpose, aside from recommending standard operating procedures and routine service requirements, is to promote SAFETY through the use of accepted operating practices. Read, Understand and Follow the IMPORTANT S ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 7
7 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up. 2.1.1. Check tires and add or release air as needed to bring pressure to 12 P.S.I. in front and 12 P.S.I. in rear tires. 2.1.2. Check guards, deflectors and covers to make sure all are in place and securely ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 8
8 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: This SCRAMBLER is equipped w ith hydrostatic driv e. The forw ard, rearw ard and steering movement of the machine is controlled by a joystick lev er. Joystick operations should be performed only from the operator’s position in the seat. A small movement of the joystick can cause the machine to move ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 9
9 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.2.2. MOWER BLADE 1. With engine running, move engine speed control to the Rabbit or “Fast” position. 2. Pull the blade switch out into the “ON” position to engage the mower blades. See Figure 2.7. FIGURE 2.7 3. Release the parking brake. See Figure 2.7. WARNING DO NOT operate blades in reverse. STOP Bl ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 10
10 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3.5. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT This machine has seven different cutting height positions. IMPORTANT: When positioning the cutting deck into a higher cutting position, pull up on the deck lift handle only, it is not necessary to pull up on the release lever at the same time. Use the release lever when moving d ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 11
11 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.1 INTRODUCTION To retain the quality of the SCRAMBLER, 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 mower, always mention the model and serial number. 3.2 SERVICE - AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS WARNING DO NOT atte ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 12
12 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.2.4. CHECK MOWER DRIVE BELT 1. Footrest/Floor pan Removal a. Pull deck lift handle to highest cutting position. See Figure 3.3. b. Remove the two knobs that secure the rear of the floor pan. c. Remove two bolts at front bottom edge of foot rest. Lift up on footrest and slide rear of floor pan out from under deck lift me ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 13
13 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.3 SERVICE EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS 3.3.1. ENGINE 5. Air Filter c. Reinstall air cleaner cover. Insert tabs located on the engine cover into corresponding slots in air cleaner cover. IMPORTANT: The yellow tabs must be completely inserted into air cleaner cover or the compartment will not be completely sealed to prevent d ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 14
14 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key . Remove spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure w ire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Av oid burns by allowing engine and components suffici ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 15
15 Section 3 – MAINTENANCE 3.4 SERVICE - ANNUALLY Perform all maintenance as described in the maintenance schedule. 3.4.1. Engine Service engine according to engine owner’s manual. 3.4.2. Air Filter Refer to engine owner’s manual for service instructions. 3.4.3. Oil Filter Refer to engine owner’s manual for service instructions. 3.4.4. Engi ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 16
16 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key . Remove spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure w ire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Av oid burns by allowing engine and compo ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 17
17 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key . Remove spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure w ire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Av oid burns by allowing engine and compo ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 18
18 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key . Remove spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure w ire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Av oid burns by allowing engine and compo ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 19
19 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key . Remove spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure w ire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Av oid burns by allowing engine and compo ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 20
20 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key . Remove spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure w ire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Av oid burns by allowing engine and compo ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 21
21 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key . Remove spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure w ire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Av oid burns by allowing engine and compo ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 22
22 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key . Remove spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure w ire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Av oid burns by allowing engine and compo ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 23
23 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING The electrolyte (acid) produces a highly explosive gas. Keep all sparks, flame and fire away from area when charging battery or when handling electrolyte or battery. Electroly te (acid) is a highly corrosive liquid. Wear eye protection. Wash affected areas immediately after having ey e or skin contact ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 24
24 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Starter Will Not Crank 1. Battery dead. 1. Service battery. Engine 2. Blown fuse. 2. Replace fuse. 3. Electrical connections loose or corroded. 3. Cl ean and check connections for good contact. 4. Defective ignition sw itch. 4. Contact authorized SNA PPER dealer. 5. Blade engagement switch ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 25
25 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Rider Will Not Move O r 1. Joystick in the neutral “N” position. 1. Place joystick in desired speed position. Loss Of Traction 2. R oll re le ase lever is in “ ROL L” po sit io n. 2. Move roll release lever to the engaged position. 3. Low transmission hy draulic oil level. 3. Conta ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 26
26 SERVICE SCHEDULE ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED REF. EACH USE 5 HRS 25 HRS 50 HRS 100 HRS EACH SEASON Engine Oil Check Oil Level Page 7 X Initial Oil Change Page 11 X Periodic Oil Change Page 12 X* Oil Filter Initial Oil Change Engine Manual & Page 11 X Periodic Oil Change Engine Manual & Page 12 X* Air Pre-Cleaner Clean Sponge Element Engine Ma ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 27
27 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For two (2) years from purchase date for the orig inal purchaser's residential, non-commercial use, SNAPPER , through any authorized SNAPPER dealer will replace, free of charge (except for taxes where applicable), any part or parts found upon examination by the factory at McDonough, Georgia, to be defective in materi ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 32
32 SNAPPER PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM IMPORTANT: KEEP THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR PERSONAL RECORDS (Complete the following informa tion on your Snapper purchase) Model Number _____________________________________________________________ Serial Number _____________________________________________________________ Date of Pu rchase ______________________ ...
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Snapper YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE - page 33
33 Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for SCRAMBLER HYDRO DRIVE SERIES 5 IMPORTANT Snapper products are built using engines that meet or exceed all applicable emissions requirements on the date manufactured. The labels on those engines contai n very important emissions information and critical safety warnings. Read, Understand, and Follo ...
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