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Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for
SCRAMBLER
ZERO-TURN
HYDRO DRIVE
EUROPEAN MODEL
SERIES 6
MODELS
ESZT18336BVE
MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION
ES Z T 18 33 6 B V E
MODEL DESIGNATION ENGINE OPTIONS
DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE ENGINE TYPE
ENGINE HORSE POWER * SERIES DESIGNATION
CUTTING WIDTH
E – European Model 18 – 18.0 HP Engine 33 - 33” Cutting Deck 6 - Series Designation B - Briggs Engine E - Electric Start
S – Scrambler 38 - 38” Cutting Deck V – Over Head
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: This powerful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can cause injury and damage! Failure to comply with the following SAFETY instructions could result in serious injury or death to the operator or other persons. The owner of the machine must understand these instructions and must allow only persons who understand these instructions to operate machine. Each person operating the machine must be of sound mind
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 11. Never overfill a fuel tank. Replace fuel cap and PREPARATION tighten securely. (Continued From Previous Page) 6. Check the area to be mowed and remove all objects OPERATION such as toys, wire, rocks, limbs and other objects 1. Mount and dismount machine from left side. that could cause injury if thrown by blade or Keep clear of discharge opening at all times. interfere with mowing. 2. Start engine from operator's seat, if possible. 7. Keep peopl
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TOWING MAINTENANCE 1. Tow only with a machine that has a hitch (Continued From Previous Column) designed for towing. DO NOT attach towed 15. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary. equipment except at the hitch point. 16. Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts 2. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for to assure that original standards are maintained. weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes. 3. DO NOT
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TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS........................................................................ 2-4 TABLE OF CONTENTS......................................................................................................5 SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION................................................................................... 6-7 SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS............................................................... 8-12 Pre-Start Checklist ...........
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Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION IMPORTANT! The figures and illustrations in this manual are provided for reference only and may RIGHT MOTION OPERATOR’S differ from your specific model. Contact your CONTROL LEVER SEAT Snapper dealer if you have questions. FUEL TANK ENGINE SPEED & CHOKE CONTROL ARM REST (2) RIGHT CONTROL LEFT MOTION PANEL IGNITION CONTROL LEVER SWITCH PARKING BLADE BRAKE SWITCH LEFT CONTROL PANEL CUTTING DECK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
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Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION 1.3 BASIC CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 1.3.4. MOTION CONTROL LEVERS The figures below identify each of the operator controls Controls direction and steering of machine when and their basic function. Controls will be described in driving. Refer to Section “MOTION CONTROL” for greater detail further on in this manual. detailed operation of motion control levers. 1.3.1. IGNITION SWITCH (Left Control Panel) Starts and stops engine. Refer to Section “ENGINE OP
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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS VENT SCREW WARNING DO NOT attempt to operate the machine until you have FUEL FILLER CAP read this manual thoroughly and become familiar with all WITH VENT SCREW. TIGHTEN CAP AND controls and operating procedures. Serious injury or OPEN VENT SCREW damage can result. AFTER REFUELING. 2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST FUEL CAP Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up. 2.1.1. Check tires and add or release air as ne
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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3 MOTION CONTROL IMPORTANT: This machine is equipped with hydrostatic drive. The direction and speed of movement are controlled by dual motion control levers. A small amount of movement of either lever may cause the machine to move instantly, and can result in severe injury or damage. Operate levers slowly and smoothly. To safely develop driving skills, practice driving the machine with blades disengaged, engine speed at a slow settin
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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3.4. CONVENTIONAL TURNING 1. To turn left, slowly ease back on the left lever WARNING while keeping or increasing pressure on the right lever. See Figure 2.6. The more you ease off on the Zero-turning a mower at any speed can result in left lever and/or push on the right lever, the tighter the operator disorientation, or in operator being thrown turn. from the machine. Exercise extreme caution when 2. To turn right, slowly ease back on the
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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.4 MOWER OPERATION 2.4.3. MOWER BLADE DISENGAGEMENT Push Blade Switch in to its off (‘0’) position to 2.4.1. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT disengage mower blade(s). See Figure 2.10. This machine has seven different cutting height positions. IMPORTANT: When positioning the cutting deck into a higher cutting position, pull up on the deck WARNING lift handle only, it is not necessary to pull up on the Blades must stop rotating in 5 seconds or less af
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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.5 SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM CHECKS This machine is equipped with an electrical safety interlock system that is provided for the safety of the operator and others. All safety devices must be in place and functioning properly before operating the machine. Perform the following interlock system checks periodically during the operating season. Contact your authorized Snapper dealer if you have questions. WARNING DO NOT operate machine
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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.2.2. CHECK MOWER BLADE 3.1 INTRODUCTION 1. Close vent on fuel cap and make sure cap is To retain the quality of the SCRAMBLER, use genuine tight. See Figure 2.2. SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact a local 2. Engage parking brake. SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. For 3. Turn key to “STOP” position and remove key from the correct part or information for a particular mower, ignition switch. Remove spark plug wires. always mention the m
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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE WARNING 3.2.4. CHECK TRANSAXLE DRIVE BELTS DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, 1. Checking Transaxle Belt Tension service or repairs with the engine running. Stop The transaxle drive belt requires no adjustment. If engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove belt is frayed, slit, severed or belt strands exposed, key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and replace belt before operating mower. secure away from plug. Engine and components are H
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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, 4. Mower Deck Levelness service or repairs with the engine running. Stop Check mower deck for proper levelness. Adjust as engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove required. Refer to Section “MOWER DECK key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and ADJUSTMENT – LEVELNESS”. secure away from plug. Engine and components are 5. Cleaning Mower Deck HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool a.
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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE WARNING FRONT STRUCTURE ACCESS HOLE DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove LUBRICATE key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and PIVOT secure away from plug. Engine and components are SHAFTS HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before working on machine. Fuel Filler Cap and Vent must be closed securely to prevent fuel spillage. 2. Mower
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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop NEW FUEL FILTER engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove PART NO. 1-4359 key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before working on machine. Fuel Filler Cap and Vent must be closed securely to prevent fuel spillage. 3.4 SERVICE - ANNUALLY
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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.1.2. Neutral Return Spring Adjustments WARNING When the motion control levers are released, return DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, springs assist them back to the neutral position. See service or repairs with the engine running. Stop Figure 4.1a. To adjust spring tension: engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove 1. If a stronger return is desired, tighten the nyloc key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and nut atop the
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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING SPINDLE PULLEY SPINDLE PULLEY DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before working on machine. Fuel Filler Cap and Vent must be closed securely to prevent fuel spillage. IDLER PULLEY STATIO
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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.3.5. BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT WARNING The SNAPPER SCRAMBLER is equipped with an DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, electric clutch/brake that should stop blade rotation service or repairs with the engine running. Stop in 5 seconds or less after being turned off. If blades engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove continue to rotate longer than 5 seconds, key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and adjustment or replacement is require
