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Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for
YARD CRUISER
HYDRO DRIVE
SERIES 1 & 2
MODELS
YZ13331BE
YZ13381BE
YZ145332BE
YZ145382BE
MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION
Y Z 13 33 1 B E
MODEL DESIGNATION ENGINE OPTIONS
DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE ENGINE TYPE
ENGINE HORSE POWER SERIES DESIGNATION
CUTTING WIDTH
Y – Yard Cruiser 13 - 13.0 HP Engine 33 - 33” Cutting Deck 1 - Series Designation B - Briggs Engine E - Electric Start
Z – Zero Turning Radius 145 - 14.5 HP Engine 3
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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 Page) (Continued From Previous Column) 4. Handle fuel with extra care. Fuels are flammable and 12. Mow only in daylight or with good artificial light. vapors are explosive. Use only an approved fuel 13. Move joystick (if equipped) SLOWLY to container. Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with maintain control during speed and directional engine running. Add fuel outdoors only with engine changes. stopped and c
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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 ENGINE SPEED JOYSTICK CONTROL CONTROL HANDLE KEY SWITCH BLADE SWITCH OPERATOR’S SEAT BRAKE RELEASE BUTTON FUEL TANK LEFT CONSOLE VIEW RIGHT CONSOLE VIEW PARKING BRAKE DECK DISCHARGE FRAME COVER DECK LIFT HANDLE 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 YARD CRUISER.
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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST 2.1.5. Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and Make the following checks and perform the service engine of any accumulation of dirt, grass, oil, etc. required before each start-up. Keep engine air intake screen and cooling fins clear 2.1.1. Check tires and add or release air as needed at all times. to bring pressure to 12 psi in front and 12 psi in rear 2.1.6. Add fuel to tank of the YARD CRUISER tires. outside where fumes
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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: To roll the machine without the engine JOYSTICK IS IN running, pressure within the hydraulic pumps must be NEUTRAL POSITION released. Tilt seat up and move control lever down to release pressure. NOTE: Control lever must be in the “UP” position to drive machine. See Figure 2.4. RUN TURN KEY POSITION TO START POSITION MOVE CONTROL LEVER UP TO DRIVE MACHINE CONTROL LEVER BATTERY DECAL VIEWED FROM OPERATOR’S POSITION MOVE C
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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.2.3. MOWER BLADE WARNING 1. With engine running, move engine speed control to the Rabbit or “fast” position. Before leaving the Riding Mower, push blade switch 2. Pull the blade switch out into the “ON” position to in to the “OFF” position to STOP blade, move engage the mower blades. See Figure 2.7. joystick to neutral and engage the parking brake. Turn key switch to the OFF position. Remove key. DISENGAGE PARKING 2.3.2. WHEEL DRIVE BRAKE
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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3.5. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT WARNING This machine has seven different cutting height Never park the YARD CRUISER on an incline or positions. IMPORTANT: When positioning the cutting embankment. 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
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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.2.2. CHECK MOWER BLADE 3.1 INTRODUCTION 1. Make sure fuel cap is on tight. Turn fuel shut off To retain the quality of the YARD CRUISER, use valve (If equipped) to the “CLOSED” position. Start genuine SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact a engine and allow it to run until engine runs out of fuel. local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. Close vent on fuel filler cap. See Figure 2.3, Page 6. For the correct part or information for a particul
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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.2.3. CHECK MOWER DRIVE BELT 3.3 AFTER EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS 1. Footrest Removal 3.3.1. ENGINE a. Squeeze the deck lift handle and the release 1. Engine Cooling System lever and lift the deck lift handle until it locks in the The engine cooling system consists of an engine top notch which is the high cut/transport position. shroud and engine fins. These should be kept clean b. Remove retaining knobs located at the corners and free of debris as needed or cl
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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 out of storage. Service engine according to engine owner’s manual. 1. Thoroughly clean the YARD CRUISER by 3.4.2. Air Filter removing all grass clippings and debris.
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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.2 ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING Refer to the engine owner’s manual for those adjustments and/or repairs that can be made by the owner. Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, STOP the engine, remove the key, remove the spark plug 4.3 MOWER DECK & COMPONENT ADJUSTMENTS wire(s) from the spark plug(s) and secure wire(s) The following mower deck and component adjustments away from plug(s). and repairs can be made by the owner. However,
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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.3.2. MOWER DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT BELT REPLACEMENTS Inspect mower drive belt. Replace belt if signs of Engine to Hydro Pumps (All Models) Part No. 4-1823 excessive wear and/or damage are present. Engine to Electric Clutch (All Models) Part No. 2-9117 Electric Clutch to Mower (33” Decks) Part No. 3-5389 Electric Clutch to Mower (38” Decks) Part No. 2-9308 WARNING Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, STOP the engine, remove the key, remo
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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING JACKSCREWS Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, STOP the engine, remove the key, remove the spark plug wire(s) from the spark plug(s) and secure wire(s) away from plug(s). 4.3.6. ADJUSTING MOWER BLADE The straightness of the mower blade(s) is essential for smooth, even mowing. Adjust blade straightness as follows. NOTE: Follow Steps 1 thru 4 for all deck JAM NUTS sizes. 1. Make sure fuel cap is on tight. Turn fuel shut off v
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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 6. Loosen the shoulder bolt that retains the WARNING eccentric. Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, STOP 7. Turn eccentric “UP” or “DOWN” as required the engine, remove the key, remove the spark plug until blade tips are within 1/8” of the same wire(s) from the spark plug(s) and secure wire(s) distance from the floor. See Figure 4.10. away from plug(s). 8. Tighten shoulder bolt loosened in Step “f”. 9. Readjust rear hanger chain pivots to
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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 1. Remove rear hanger chains. WARNING 2. Turn each hanger pivot the same number of rotations on the eye-bolt to raise or lower the Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, STOP rear of the deck. See Figure 4.12. the engine, remove the key, remove the spark plug 3. Reinstall rear hanger chains and measure wire(s) from the spark plug(s) and secure wire(s) blade tips again. away from plug(s). 4. Repeat steps “a” through “c” until proper leveln
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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 4.4.2. BLADE SHARPENING WARNING 1. Make sure fuel cap is on tight. Turn fuel shut Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, STOP off valve (If equipped) to the “CLOSED” the engine, remove the key, remove the spark plug position. Start engine and allow it to run until wire(s) from the spark plug(s) and secure wire(s) engine runs out of fuel. Close vent on fuel filler away from plug(s). Never use a cutting blade that cap. See Figure 2.3, Page 6. shows
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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING WARNING Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, STOP The electrolyte (acid) produces a highly explosive gas. the engine, remove the key, remove the spark plug Keep all sparks, flame and fire away from area when wire(s) from the spark plug(s) and secure wire(s) away charging battery or when handling electrolyte or battery. from plug(s). Never attempt to service or charge the Electrolyte (acid) is a highly corrosive liquid. Wear eye batter
