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Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for
YARD CRUISER
HYDRO DRIVE
SERIES 1 & 2
MODELS
HZS14331BVE
HZS14381BVE
HZS15421KVE
HZS15422KVE
HZS18482BVE
MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION
H Z S 14 33 1 B V E
MODEL DESIGNATION ENGINE OPTIONS
DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE ENGINE TYPE
MODEL BODY TYPE ENGINE MODEL
ENGINE HORSE POWER SERIES DESIGNATION
CUTTING WIDTH
H – Yard Cruiser 14 – 14 HP Engine 33 - 33” Cutting Deck 1 - Series Designation B - Briggs Engine V – Over Head Va
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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 OPERATION (Continued From Previous Column) (Continued From Previous Page) 12. Mow only in daylight or with good artificial light. 4. Handle fuel with extra care. Fuels are flammable 13. Move joystick (if equipped) SLOWLY to and vapors are explosive. Use only an approved maintain control during speed and directional fuel container. Never remove fuel cap or add fuel changes. with engine running. Add fuel outdoors only with 14. Exercise CA
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TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.........................................................................2-3 TABLE OF CONTENTS......................................................................................................4 SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION.......................................................................................5 SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS..................................................................6-9 Pre-start Checklist .........
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Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION BLADE ENGINE KEY JOYSTICK SWITCH SPEED SWITCH CONTROL CONTROL HANDLE CHOKE CONTROL FUEL OPERATOR’S TANK SEAT PARKING BRAKE LEFT CONSOLE VIEW RIGHT CONSOLE VIEW BRAKE RELEASE BUTTON DECK LIFT HANDLE CHUTE DEFLECTOR FIGURE 1.1 1.1 INTRODUCTION 1.2 NOMENCLATURE The nomenclature drawing above, Figure 1.1, shows the This manual has been prepared for the operator’s of the essential parts of the SNAPPER YARD CRUISER. It is SNAPPER Y
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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1.5. Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and 2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST engine of any accumulation of dirt, grass, oil, etc. Make the following checks and perform the service Keep engine air intake screen and cooling fins clear required before each start-up. at all times. 2.1.1. Check tires and add or release air as needed 2.1.6. Add fuel to tank of the YARD CRUISER to bring pressure to 12 psi in front and 12 psi in rear outside where fumes ca
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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: This YARD CRUISER is equipped with JOYSTICK IS IN NEUTRAL POSITION hydrostatic drive. The forward, rearward and steering movement of the machine is controlled by a joystick lever. RUN Joystick operations should be performed only from the TURN KEY TO POSITION operator’s position in the seat. A small movement of the START joystick can cause the machine to move instantly. Move POSITION joystick very carefully and slowly. 1. Always move
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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.2.2. ENGINE (MANUAL START) 4. Move joystick carefully in the desired direction to IMPORTANT: When the ignition key is turned to propel the machine. A small movement of the joystick “RUN”, the engine will not start unless the Parking can cause the machine to move instantly. Move Brake is engaged and the Blade Switch is in the “Off” joystick carefully and slowly. position. The operator should be in the seat. Start engine as follows: 2.3 STOPPING 1. M
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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. Use the release lever when moving deck cutting height to a lower cutting position. 1. Grasp both handles together to disengage latch. 2. Raise or lo
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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.1 INTRODUCTION 8. Fill engine crankcase with new oil. Refer to your To retain the quality of the YARD CRUISER, use engine owner’s manual for oil specifications. genuine SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact a local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. 3.2.2. CHECK MOWER BLADE For the correct part or information for a particular mower, 1. Make sure fuel cap is on tight and vent is closed. Turn fuel shut off valve to the “CLOSED” position. Start
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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.2.3. CHECK MOWER DRIVE BELT 3.3 SERVICE EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS 1. Footrest Removal 3.3.1. ENGINE a. Pull deck lift handle to highest cutting 1. Engine Cooling System position. The engine cooling system consists of an engine b. Remove the knobs that secure the corners of shroud and engine fins. These should be kept clean the footrest. and free of debris as needed or cleaned. c. Remove footrest. See Figure 3.3. 2. Engine Oil Change engine oil. See Secti
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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.3.2. MOWER COMPONENTS (Continued) 2. Front Caster Wheel Pivot Shaft 5. Mower Blade Spindle - Lubrication The front frame cover will not have to be removed to a. Lubricate spindle bearings with three shots of lubricate the pivot shaft. The access hole is at the rear general purpose grease from grease gun. See of the front structure underneath frame cover. Figure 3.4. a. The pivot shaft grease fitting can be accessed through a hole at the rear of the front structu
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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.4 ANNUALLY (END OF EACH SEASON) 3.5 STORAGE (OUT OF SEASON) Perform all maintenance as described in the maintenance If desired, the YARD CRUISER can be stored on the schedule. rear bumper. Perform the following procedures to insure 3.4.1. Engine the YARD CRUISER will operate properly when taken Service engine according to engine owner’s manual. out of storage. 3.5.1. Thoroughly clean the YARD CRUISER by 3.4.2. Air Filter removing all grass clippings and
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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.2.2. MOWER DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT WARNING Inspect mower drive belt. Replace belt if signs of excessive wear and/or damage are present. Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, STOP the engine, remove the key, remove the spark plug 4.2.3. BELT REMOVAL wire(s) from the spark plug(s) and secure wire(s) 1. Remove foot rest. away from plug(s). 2. Remove old belt. 4.1 ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.2.4. BELT REPLACEMENT Refer to the engine
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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.2.6. MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT (LEVELNESS) WARNING Side-To-Side (48” Decks) Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, STOP Before making deck leveling adjustments, check the engine, remove the key, remove the spark plug the tire pressure. Add or release air as needed to wire(s) from the spark plug(s) and secure wire(s) bring pressure to 10 PSI in front and 10 PSI in rear away from plug(s). tires. If tires are properly inflated and mowing is still unev
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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR IMPORTANT: The mower deck, over a long period of WARNING time the deck may not adjust to a 4” cutting height. If Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, STOP this occurs, remove plate located underneath the the engine, remove the key, remove the spark plug front lift bracket. Support the front of deck, remove wire(s) from the spark plug(s) and secure wire(s) this spacer plate, reinstall the front lift bracket, and away from plug(s). tighten bol
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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.2.8. MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT (LEVELNESS) 42” DECK SHOWN 1. Side-To-Side (33”, 38”, 42” & 48” Decks) Before making deck leveling adjustments, check the tire pressure. Check tires and add or release air as needed to bring pressure to 12 psi in front and 12 psi in rear tires. If tires are properly inflated and mowing is still uneven, adjust side-to-side deck levelness as follows: a. Place YARD CRUISER on a smooth level UP surface. b. Turn engine off a
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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 3. Front to Rear Deck Pitch (38”, & 42” Decks) 4.2.10. WHEEL BRAKE ADJUSTMENT With the YARD CRUISER on a smooth, level Adjust the wheel brake if wheels turn when parking surface, rotate blades until blade tips are at front brake is engaged. Adjust the wheel brake by turning and rear of deck. Measure the distance from blade wheel brake adjusting nut clockwise to increase tips to floor. The distance should be the same, or braking action or counter clockwi
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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.3.2. BLADE SHARPENING WARNING 1. Make sure fuel cap is on tight. Turn fuel shut off valve to the “CLOSED” position. Start engine and Never use a cutting blade that shows signs of excessive allow it to run until engine runs out of fuel. Close wear or damage. Wear heavy leather gloves when vent on fuel filler cap. See Figure 2.3. handling or working around cutting blades. Blades are 2. Remove key from ignition switch. extremely sharp and can cause sever
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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING WARNING The electrolyte (acid) produces a highly explosive gas. DO NOT OVERFILL! Never attempt to charge battery Keep all sparks, flame and fire away from area when while installed on the Yard Cruiser. Never use charging battery or when handling electrolyte or battery. “BOOST” chargers on the battery. Electrolyte (acid) is a highly corrosive liquid. Wear eye protection. Wash affected areas immediately after 5. Slow charge the battery at 1 amp f
