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Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for
SCRAMBLER
ZERO-TURN
HYDRO DRIVE
SERIES 6
MODELS
SZT18426BVE
SZT20486BVE
MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION
S Z T 18 42 6 B V E
MODEL DESIGNATION ENGINE OPTIONS
DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE ENGINE TYPE
ENGINE HORSE POWER * ENGINE MODEL
CUTTING WIDTH SERIES DESIGNATION
S – SCRAMBLER 18 – 16 HP Engine 42 - 42” Cutting Deck 6 - Series Designation B - Briggs Engine V – Over Head Valve
ZT – Zero Turn 20 – 20 HP Engine 48 - 48” C
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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 PREPARATION (Continued From Previous Page) OPERATION 7. Keep people and pets out of mowing area. 1. Mount and dismount machine from left side. Immediately STOP blades, STOP engine, and Keep clear of discharge opening at all times. STOP machine if anyone enters the area. 2. Start engine from operator's seat, if possible. 8. Check shields, deflectors, switches, blade Make sure blades are OFF and parking brake is controls and other safety devices freque
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TOWING MAINTENANCE 1. Tow only with a machine that has a hitch (Continued From Previous Column) 15. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels designed for towing. DO NOT attach towed 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 weight limits for towed equipment and towing maintained. 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 LEFT MOTION PARKING CONTROL OPERATOR’S BRAKE LEVER SEAT RIGHT MOTION ARM CONTROL REST (2) HANDLE IGNITION SWITCH BLADE LEFT SWITCH CONTROL PANEL RIGHT CONTROL DECK LIFT PANEL HANDLE ENGINE FLOOR SPEED PAN FOOT CONTROL/ REST CHOKE CUTTING DECK DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR FIGURE 1.1 IMPORTANT! The figures and illustrations in this manual are provided for reference only and may differ from your specific model. Contact your Snapper
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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 OPE
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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING VENT SCREW DO NOT attempt to operate the machine until you have read this manual thoroughly and become familiar with all FUEL FILLER CAP controls and operating procedures. Serious injury or WITH VENT SCREW. TIGHTEN CAP AND damage can result. OPEN VENT SCREW AFTER REFUELING. 2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST Make the following checks and perform the service FUEL CAP required before each start-up. 2.1.1. Check tires and add or release air as
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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 the machine 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
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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. SERVICE ENGINE AIR CLEANER 3.1 INTRODUCTION The engine is equipped with a dual element air To retain the quality of the SCRAMBLER, use genuine cleaner. Both the foam pre-cleaner and cartridge SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact a local require service. Refer to Engine Owner's Manual SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. For for recommended service procedures. the correct part or information for a particular mower, always mention the m
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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.2.4. CHECK MOWER DRIVE BELT a. 20 Hp Engines: Change air filter. Remove 1. Footrest/Floor pan Removal bolts that secure air cleaner cover. See Figure 3.4. a. Pull deck lift handle to highest cutting position. IMPORTANT: When cover is removed, you are See Figure 3.3. viewing the carburetor side of the air filter, which will b. Remove the two knobs that secure the rear of the appear clean. Remove filter and pre-cleaner for floor pan. inspection. c. Remove
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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.3 SERVICE EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS c. Reinstall air cleaner cover. Insert tabs located at 3.3.1. ENGINE the bottom of the cover into corresponding slots in 5. Air Filter engine cover. Position cover and engage latch over c. Reinstall air cleaner cover. Insert tabs located cover and rotate and push down to lock. on the engine cover into corresponding slots in air 3.3.2. MOWER COMPONENTS cleaner cover. IMPORTANT: The yellow tabs must 1. Mower Drive Belt be
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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE WARNING ACCESS HOLE FRONT STRUCTURE DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. LUBRICATE PIVOT Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure SHAFTS wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool. 1. Mower Blade Spindle b. 42” Deck spindle assemblies are equipped
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Section 3 – MAINTENANCE 3.4 SERVICE - ANNUALLY 3.5 STORAGE (OUT OF SEASON) Perform all maintenance as described in the maintenance Perform the following procedures to insure the schedule. SCRAMBLER will operate properly when taken out of 3.4.1. Engine storage. Service engine according to engine owner’s manual. 3.5.1. Thoroughly clean the SCRAMBLER by removing all grass clippings and debris. 3.4.2. Air Filter 3.5.2. Perform maintenance and lubrication as Refer to engine owner’s
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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR SPINDLE PULLEY SPINDLE PULLEY 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 wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components IDLER PULLEY can be extremely hot. Avoid burns by allowing STATIONARY PULLEY engine and components sufficient time to cool. 4.1 ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 42” DECKS ELECT
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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.2.5. BLADE BRAKE WARNING The blade switch engages the electric clutch when pulled out to the “ON” position. When the blade DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or switch is in the “ON” position the cutting blade(s) service with the engine or blade running. STOP are engaged. The blade switch disengages the blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. electric clutch when the blade switch is pushed in to Remove spark plug wire from spark plug an
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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 1. Place SCRAMBLER on a smooth level WARNING surface. 2. Remove footrest/floor pan assembly. DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or 3. Rotate outside blades so tips are pointed to the service with the engine or blade running. STOP front and rear of deck. Measure the distance from blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. blade tips to floor. The distance should be the Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure same, or the rear 1/4”
