Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product YZ18336BVE, YZ18386BVE Snapper
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Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for SCRAMBLER HYDRO DRIVE SERIES 6 MODELS YZ18336BVE YZ18386BVE MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION Y Z 18 33 6 B V E MODEL DESIGNATION ENGINE OPTIONS DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE ENGINE TYPE ENGINE HORSE POWER * SERIES DESIGNATION CUTTING WIDTH Y – SCRAMBLER Z – Zero Turning Radius 18 – 18.
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.
3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PREPARATION (Continued From Previous Page) 6. Check the area to be mow ed and remove all objects such as toys, w ire, rocks, limbs and other objects that could cause injury if thrown by blade or interfere w ith mowing. 7.
4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TOWING 1. Tow only w ith a machine that has a hitch designed for tow ing. DO NOT attach towed equipment except at the hitch point. 2. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for w eight limits for tow ed equipment and towing on slopes.
5 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIO NS ........................................................................ 2-4 TABLE OF CO NTENTS ...................................................................................................... 5 SECTION 1 - FAMI LIARIZATI ON.
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.
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.
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 lever. Joy stick operations should be performed only from the operator’s position in the seat.
9 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING DO NOT operate blades in reverse. STOP BLADES. LOOK and SEE behind and down for children, pets and hazards before and w hile backing. 2.2.3. MOWER BLADE 1. With engine running, move engine speed control to the Rabbit or “fast” detent.
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.
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.
12 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remov e key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT.
13 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remov e key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT.
14 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remov e key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT.
15 Section 3 - MAINTENANCE WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remov e key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug. Engine and components are HOT.
16 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remov e key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug.
17 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remov e key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug.
18 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remov e key. Remov e spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug.
19 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remov e key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug.
20 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remov e key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug.
21 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remov e key. Remov e spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug.
22 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remov e key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug.
23 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remov e key. Remov e spark plug w ire from spark plug and secure aw ay from plug.
24 Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.5.5. BATTERY TESTING There are two types of battery tests: Unloaded and Loaded. The unloaded test is the procedure that will be discussed. It’s the simplest and most commonly used. An unloaded test is made on a battery without discharging current.
25 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. C l ean and check connections for good contact.
26 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Excessive Vibration 1. Damaged, out of balance or bent mo w er blades. 1. Service mower blade(s). 2. Loose blade components. 2. Service and tighten loose parts. 3. Loose or missing air lift (if equipped).
27 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 Fil.
28 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 o.
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33 SNAPPER PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM IMPORTANT: KEEP THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR PERSONAL RECORDS (Complete the following informa tion on your Snapper purchase) Model Number ____________________________.
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36 Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for SCRAMBLER HYDRO DRIVE SERIES 6 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.
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