Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product YZ18425BVE, YZ20485BVE Snapper
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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 T.
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) 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.
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.
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 lev er. Joystick operations should be performed only from the operator’s position in the seat.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Fil.
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 o.
28 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE.
29 PRIMAR Y MAINTENANCE.
30 PRIMAR Y MAINTENANCE.
31 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE.
32 SNAPPER PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM IMPORTANT: KEEP THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR PERSONAL RECORDS (Complete the following informa tion on your Snapper purchase) Model Number ____________________________.
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.
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