Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product ZT3000 Snapper
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8/2007 1 Dealer Setup & Adjustment Instructions Simplicity ZT3000 / Snapper 355Z Zero-T urn Riders & Mowers T ABLE OF CONTENTS: SAFETY RULES .................................................................2 SETUP PROCEDURES Quick Setup List .
Simplicity / Snapper ZTR TP 300-7337-01-CH-SMN 8/2007 2 Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of equipment, severe personal injury or death to you, yourself or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment.
Simplicity / Snapper ZTR 8/2007 3 TP 300-7337-01-CH-SMN Quick Setup List - P age Setup Procedure Steps to P erform 4 Uncrating ❏ Remov e crate & banding. ❏ Place transmissions in PUSH position & roll off skid. 4 Battery Activation & ❏ Charge the battery Installation ❏ T est batter y with h ydrometer or load-tester .
Simplicity / Snapper ZTR TP 300-7337-01-CH-SMN 8/2007 4 Uncrating 1. Using a reciprocating utility saw or equivalent, cut crate away from bottom skid. Remove crate. Remove shrink-wrap plastic. 2. Cut any banding securing the unit. 3. Release parking brake.
Simplicity / Snapper ZTR 8/2007 5 TP 300-7337-01-CH-SMN Rider Assembl y Seat & Safety Switc h Assembl y 1. Mount the seat (A, Figure 3) to the seat plate (B) using four 5/16-18 nylock flange nuts (C) and tighten securely. 2. Connect the seat switch wire harness (D) to the seat switch.
Simplicity / Snapper ZTR TP 300-7337-01-CH-SMN 8/2007 6 Figure 7. Tire Pressures Chec k Fluid Le vels Fill & Chec k Engine Oil 1. Use the dipstick (C, Figure 5) to check the engine oil level. If necessary add engine oil. Check engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual for oil recommendations.
Simplicity / Snapper ZTR 8/2007 TP 300-7337-01-CH-SMN T or que Mo wer Blades 1. Check that blades are installed with the tabs pointing up toward deck as shown in Figure 8. Secure with a capscrew, spring washer and spline/hex washer (be certain the spline/hex washer is aligned with the shaft).
Simplicity / Snapper ZTR TP 300-7337-01-CH-SMN 8/2007 8 P erform Safety Chec ks Functional T ests 1. Check for loose bolts, screws, nuts, etc. 2. Start the engine and check all controls for proper operation: ground speed control levers, parking brake lever, throttle and choke cables, electric PTO clutch, attachment lift, etc.
Simplicity / Snapper ZTR 8/2007 9 TP 300-7337-01-CH-SMN NOR TH AMERICAN MODELS: SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches. These safety systems are present for your safety, do not attempt to bypass safety switches, and never tamper with safety devices.
Simplicity / Snapper ZTR TP 300-7337-01-CH-SMN 8/2007 10 Gr ound Speed Contr ol Le ver Adjustment Operator Adjustment The control levers can be adjusted in three ways. The alignment of the control levers, the placement of the levers (how close the ends are to one another) and the height of the levers can be adjusted.
Simplicity / Snapper ZTR 8/2007 11 TP 300-7337-01-CH-SMN W ARNING DO NOT adjust the rider for a faster overall speed forward or reverse than it was designed for. Return-T o-Neutral & Neutral Adjustment RETURN-TO-NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT To determine if it is necessary to adjust the neutral return, perform the following steps.
Simplicity / Snapper ZTR TP 300-7337-01-CH-SMN 8/2007 12 P arking Brake Adjustment 1. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, engage the parking brake, and remove the key from the ignition. 2. Raise the seat plate to gain access to the parking brake components.
Simplicity / Snapper ZTR 8/2007 13 TP 300-7337-01-CH-SMN Suspension Adjustment (select models) The shock assembly can be adjusted to vary the amount of pre-load applied to the springs. This allows the operator to customize the ride according to operator’s weight and operating conditions.
Simplicity / Snapper ZTR TP 300-7337-01-CH-SMN 8/2007 14 W ARNING To avoid serious injury, perform adjustments only with engine stopped, key removed and rider on level ground. B A C A B B B Figure 16. PTO Clutch Adjustment A. Adjustment Window (Qty. 3, one shown) B.
Simplicity / Snapper ZTR 8/2007 15 TP 300-7337-01-CH-SMN Mo wer Dec k Le veling Perform these adjustments on a flat level surface. SIDE-TO-SIDE LEVELING 1.
Simplicity / Snapper ZTR TP 300-7337-01-CH-SMN 8/2007 16 Roller Bar Le veling (select models) The rollers on this Zero Turn unit are not intended to ride on the ground. DO NOT adjust rollers to ride on the ground. Rollers riding on the ground will damage turf and or unit.
Simplicity / Snapper ZTR 8/2007 17 TP 300-7337-01-CH-SMN Service Procedures T ransmission Oil Filter Change Change Interval: Every 200 Hours Filter Part Number: 5101026X1 Oil Type: 20W-50 conventional detergent motor oil. 1. Locate the transmission oil filters (A, Figure 23) underneath the rear of the machine on the transmissions.
Simplicity / Snapper ZTR TP 300-7337-01-CH-SMN 8/2007 18 Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement 1. Park the rider on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key.
Simplicity / Snapper ZTR 8/2007 19 TP 300-7337-01-CH-SMN Mo wer Belt Replacement 1. Park the rider on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key. 2. Raise the mower deck to transport position.
MANUFACTURING, INC. 500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997 Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 www.simplicitymfg.com The Simplicity logo is a trademark of Briggs & Stratton Corporation, Milwaukee, WI, USA. Briggs & Stratton Yard Power Products Group Copyright © 2007 Briggs & Stratton Corporation Milwaukee, WI, USA.
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