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OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
24HP Zero-Turn Riders
Simplicity ZT3000
Mfg. No. Description
5900660 ZT3000B2444, Simplicity 24HP B&S ZT3000 Zero-Turn Rider with 44” Mower
5900662 ZT3000B2450, Simplicity 24HP B&S ZT3000 Zero-Turn Rider with 50” Mower
5900684 ZT3000B2450CE, Simplicity 24HP B&S ZT3000 Zero-Turn Rider with 50” Mower
(CE/Export)
5900773 ZT3000B2446, Simplicity 24HP B&S ZT3000 Zero-Turn Rider with 46” Mower
Snapper 355Z
Mfg. No. Description
5900681 355ZB2444, Snapper 24HP B&S 355Z Zero-Turn Ri
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Thank you for purchasing this quality-built product. We’re pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the Simplicity and Snapper brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your product will provide many years of dependable service. This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with this machine and how to avoid them. This machine is designed and intended to be used and maintained according to the manu
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Table of Contents Safety Rules & Information ................................ 2 Troubleshooting, Adjustments & Service ...... 31 Identification Numbers ............................................8 Troubleshooting the Rider .....................................31 Safety Decals ..........................................................9 Troubleshooting the Mower ..................................32 Safety Interlock System ........................................10 Common Cutting Problems ........
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Safety Rules & Information Operating Safety Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. Do not operate this machine unless you have been trained. Reading and understanding this operator’s manual is a way to train yourself. Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is misused, or not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember, you
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Safety Rules & Information Slope Operation Operation on slopes can be dangerous. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep where you do not have adequate wheel traction (and control) can cause sliding, loss of steering, control, and possible rollover. You should not operate on a slope greater than a 5.4 foot rise over a 20 foot length (15 degrees). Always mow across slopes, not up and down (to maintain traction on the wheels) and avoid sudden turns or rapid speed changes. Reduce speed
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Safety Rules & Information Retaining Walls, Drop-offs, and Water Retaining walls and drop-offs around steps and water are a common hazard. Give yourself a minimum of two mower widths of clearance around these hazards and hand-trim with a walk behind mower or string trimmer. Wheels dropping over retaining walls, edges, ditches, embankments, or into water can cause rollovers, which may result in serious injury, death, or drowning. Fuel and Maintenance Always disengage all drives, shutoff the e
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Safety Rules & Information Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed. 20. Keep in mind the operator is responsible for GENERAL OPERATION accidents occurring
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Safety Rules and Information SLOPE OPERATION WARNING Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and Do not use this machine on slopes greater than tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or 15°.* death. Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. If Select slow ground speed before driving onto you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, slope. Use extra caution when operating on do not operate on it. slopes with rear-mounted grass catchers. Contr
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Safety Rules & Information line clamps further than necessary. Ensure clamps SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE grip hoses firmly over the filter after installation. Safe Handling of Gasoline 12. Do not use gasoline containing METHANOL, 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other gasohol containing more than 10% ETHANOL, sources of ignition. gasoline additives, or white gas because engine/ 2. Use only approved gasoline containers. fuel system damage could result. 3. Never remove the gas
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SAMPLE SAMPLE SAMPLE SAMPLE Identification Numbers Identification Tags Unit ID Tag North American Mower ID Tag / CE Models Model xxxxxxx CE Models xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Serial xxxxxxxxxx (Only) XXX BRIGGS & STRATTON CORP. POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC kg: xxx kW: x.xx MILWAUKEE, WI 53201 USA 20xx xxxx max When contacting your authorized dealer for replacement parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers. Record your model name/number, manufacturer’s identification numbers, and en
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Safety Decals All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and Safety Decals instructional messages on your rider and mower This unit has been designed and manufactured to should be carefully read and obeyed. Personal bodily provide you with the safety and reliability you would injury can result when these instructions are not expect from an industry leader in outdoor power followed. The information is for your safety and it is equipment manufacturing. important! The safety decals below are on your
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Safety Interlock System NORTH AMERICAN EXPORT MODELS ONLY: MODELS ONLY: Safety Interlock System Safety Interlock System This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches. This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches. These safety systems are present for your safety, These safety systems are present for your safety, do not attempt to bypass safety switches, and never do not attempt to bypass safety switches, and never tamper with safety devices. Check their operation tamper w
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Safety Icons CE Export Safety Icons Safety Icons Warning: Read Operator’s The alert symbol is used to identity safety Manual. information about hazards that can result in personal Read and understand the injury. A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or Operator’s Manual before using CAUTION) is used with the alert symbol to indicate this machine. the likelihood and the potential severity of the injury. Danger: Thrown Objects. In addition, a hazard icon may be used to represent This machine
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Features & Controls Control Functions The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mowing require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the OPERATION section. Ground Speed Control Levers Choke These levers control the ground speed of the rider. Close the choke for cold starting. Open the choke The left lever controls
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Features & Controls Hour Meter Fuel Tank The hour meter measures the number of hours the key has been in the RUN position. Fuel Level Gauge To remove the cap, turn counterclockwise. The fuel Note: The hour meter will register the passage of gauge is mounted in the fuel tank and indicates the time when the key is in the RUN position, even if the amount of fuel in the tank. engine is not running. The hour meter has a self contained power source so the total hours are always visible. Mow
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Operation General Operating Safety Checks Before Starting Before first time operation: � Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on dipstick. See the engine Operator’s Manual for � Be sure to read all information in the Safety and instructions and oil recommendations. Operation sections before attempting to operate � Make sure all nuts, bolts, screws and pins are in this tractor and mower. place and tight. � Become familiar with all of the controls and how to � Adjust the seat posi
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Operation WARNING DO NOT TOW RIDER Towing the unit will cause transmission If you do not understand how a specific control damage. Do not use another vehicle to functions, or have not yet thoroughly read the push or pull this unit. FEATURES & CONTROLS section, do so now. Do NOT attempt to operate the tractor without first becoming familiar with the location and function of ALL controls. Pushing the Rider by Hand 1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn the ignition OFF, and
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Operation Smooth Travel Zero Turn Driving Practice The lever controls of the The lever controls of the Zero Turn rider are Zero Turn rider are responsive, and learning to gain a smooth and responsive . efficient control of the rider’s forward, reverse, and turning movements will take some practice. The BEST method of handling the ground Spending some time going through the maneuvers speed control levers is in shown and becoming familiar with how the unit three steps — as shown accele
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Operation Practice Turning Around a Corner Practice Turning In Place While traveling forward bring one handle gradually To turn in place, “Zero Turn,” gradually move one back toward neutral. Repeat several times. ground speed control lever forward from neutral and one lever back from neutral simultaneously. Repeat NOTE: To prevent pivoting directly on the tire tread, several times. it is best to keep both wheels going at least slightly forward. NOTE: Changing the amount each lever is pulle
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Operation Mower Removal and Installation NOTE: Perform mower deck installation and removal on a hard flat surface such as a concrete floor. Removal Releasing the Mower Deck Belt Tension B 1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the ignition, remove the key, and wait for A all moving parts to stop. 2. Remove the cutting height pin and lower the attachment lift to its lowest position. Figure 9. Release Belt Tension (44”, 46” & 52” Models) 3. Release the belt tension and r
