SETUP INSTRUCTIONS AND PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST FOR
SNAPPER GROUNDS CRUISER UTILITY VEHICLE
INTRODUCTION: These instructions cover the setup of the Snapper Grounds Cruiser utility vehicle. Complete
each step carefully. A checklist has been provided. It is very important to verify and record each item on the
list prior to placing the machine into service. The dry weight of the machine you are about to setup is 1,230 lb. It
is strongly recommended that you use an overhead hoist when lifting the machine. The capacity of the device
used for lifting must exceed the weight of the machine. DO NOT work on the machine until properly blocked
and secured to prevent it from falling. If an overhead hoist is not available, you may have to remove boards
from the crate bottom to gain access with floor type jacks.
5. Install left and right rear tires and secure each with
WARNING
5 lug nuts. NOTE: The tires are directional. Install
with valve stem out and the points of the chevron
treads pointing forward. See Figure 1.2.
DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or
service with the engine running. STOP engine. Set
park brake. Shift transmission to neutral and
remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark
plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine
and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns,
allow all parts to cool before working on machine.
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STEP 1
INSTALL REAR TIRES
The machine is securely attached to the crate bottom at
each wheel location. See Figure 1.1. The four steel
plates must be removed before lifting the machine. The
device used to lift the machine must have a capacity
greater than 1230 lb. The cargo bed is attached to the
frame of the machine with plastic straps. Carefully
remove the straps and set the cargo bed aside for
installation later.
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4
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POINTS OF TREADS POINTING TOWARD FRONT OF VEHICLE.
FIGURE 1.2
6. Remove blocks and lower rear of machine.
7. Torque lug nuts to 75 ft-lb using sequence shown.
See Figure 1.2.
LUG NUTS
(LOOSEN ONLY)
STEP 2
INSTALL FRONT BUMPER
The bolts used to attach the front bumper to the
machine are already installed in the front frame. The
bumper can be used to lift the weight of the front of the
machine. The mounting hardware must be tightened
securely (30 ft-lb).
REMOVE
FIGURE 1.1
1. Place bumper over four bolts at front of frame. Note
orientation, flat side of side plates towards bottom
2. Attach using (4) 3/8-16 flange lock nuts.
3. Torque nuts to 30 ft-lb.
1. Loosen only, two lug nuts at left and right rear
wheel hubs.
2. Remove the four bolts securing the left and right
support plates to the crate bottom.
3. Lift machine, at the rear hitch, only high enough to
allow tire installation. Block machine securely to
prevent it from falling. Remove support plates.
4. Check castle nuts to insure that the cotter pins have
been fully inserted and have at least one leg bent to
secure in place.
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STEP 6
STEP 7
INSTALL OPERATOR PROTECTIVE
STRUCTURE (OPS)
ENGINE OIL AND TRANSMISSION FLUID
The engine oil and transmission fluid must be checked
before operation.
1. Fill engine crankcase to proper level. Refer to
Engine Owner’s Manual for capacity and oil
specifications. Check with dipstick unthreaded.
2. Check transmission fluid level. Bring to full level as
necessary using MOBILFLUID 424 or equivalent.
Check with dipstick fully threaded.
The installation of the Operator Protective Structure
requires two people. The mounting hardware for the
OPS and seat belts must be properly torqued. Do Not
modify the OPS in any way. Install the OPS with the
“WARNING” sign on the right (passenger’s) side of the
machine.
STEP 8
ACTIVATE BATTERY
Battery is located under the operator’s seat. Remove
battery from compartment before activating or charging.
Activate and charge the battery in well ventilated area
away from sparks and flame. Do Not smoke.
1. Remove battery from the battery compartment
before charging.
HEAT
SHIELD
2. Place battery in a well ventilated area on a level
non-concrete surface.
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. Electrolyte (acid) is a highly corrosive liquid.
Wear eye protection. Wash affected areas immediately
after having eye or skin contact with electrolyte (acid).
Battery acid is corrosive. Rinse empty acid containers
with water and mutilate before discarding. If acid is
spilled on battery, bench, or clothing, etc., Flush with
clear water and neutralize with baking soda.
FUEL TANK
REMOVE TOP
STRAPS
TWO BOLTS
FIGURE 1.4
1. Locate the mounting hardware – (12) 3/8-16 x 1”
round head carriage bolts and (12) 3/8-16 Nyloc
nuts. Place 6 of each in the left and right seat
support tray for easy access when attaching OPS
to frame.
3. Remove battery cell caps. Fill cells as required with
electrolyte (purchased separately) to proper level.
Fill to 3/16” above cell plates. Filling battery with
electrolyte will bring the battery to 80% of full
charged state.
2. Raise OPS to vertical position and orientate so that
the “WARNING” decal located on the side of the
OPS is on the passenger’s side of the machine.
3. Align holes in OPS with holes in frame. Get (1)
carriage bolt started on each side. NOTE: insert
bolts with head towards outside of frame as shown.
Secure with 3/8-16 Nyloc nut. Do not tighten at this
time.
IMPORTANT: 3/16” above cell plates is the
recommended level. Never place anything in battery other
than specified electrolyte.
4. Install remainder of the bolts and secure each with
a Nyloc nut.
5. Torque ALL OPS mounting hardware to 30-35 ft-lb.
6. Reattach fuel tank straps.
Tighten hardware
WARNING
securely.
DO NOT OVERFILL!
7. Attach heat shield to OPS using (2) 5/16-18 self-
tapping bolts. Do Not tighten at this time.
4. With cell caps removed, connect battery charger to
battery terminals; RED to positive (+) and BLACK
to negative (-) terminal.
5. Slow charge the battery at 4 to 6 amps for 2 hours
to bring the battery to full charge.
8. Attach heat shield to left and right frame rails using
(2) 5/16-18 x 7/8” bolts and (2) 5/16-18 NyLoc nuts.
9. Tighten all heat shield hardware securely.
10. Reattach fuel tank straps. Tighten hardware
securely.
6. After charging, check level of electrolyte and add as
needed to bring level to 3/16” above cell plates.
7. Reinstall cell caps. Tighten securely to prevent
leakage.
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STEP 8 (Continued)
ACTIVATE BATTERY
WARNING
Shield the positive terminal with Terminal Cover
located on Positive Battery Cable. This prevents
metal from touching the positive terminal, which
could cause sparks.
8. Thoroughly clean any spilled acid from battery.
Neutralize with Baking Soda and flush with large
quantity of water. Dry off battery.
9. Install battery into power unit. Place battery into
battery tray and secure in place with retaining rod.
See Figure 1.5.
STEP 9
INSTALL STEERING WHEEL
Make sure that the front tires are aligned perfectly
straight before installing the steering wheel.
1. Make sure that front tires are pointing straight
forward.
RETAINING
ROD
2. Slide foam cover over steering shaft.
3. Remove plastic cover from center of steering
wheel.
4. Orientate the steering wheel so that spokes are
horizontal and align splines.
5. Place washer and nut on steering shaft. Torque nut
to 50-70 ft-lb.
6. Install plastic cover in center of steering wheel.
STEP 10
INSTALL OPERATOR’S AND PASSENGER’S
SEAT
Carefully complete the following steps to install the
seats.
1. Check seat bolts to insure hinge plate is tightened
securely to the bottom of the seat. See Figure 1.7.
2. Align hinge plate with seat/pedestal assembly and
insert hinge rod.
FIGURE 1.5
10. Attach battery cables to terminals on the battery as
shown. See Figure 1.6. Connect positive (+) cables
(red) first, from wiring harness to the positive
terminal (+) on battery and secure with nut provided
in hardware bag. Connect negative (-) cables
(black) last, to negative terminal (-) on battery and
secure. Apply a small amount of grease over
terminals to prevent corrosion. See Figure 1.6.
IMPORTANT: Hinge rod must protrude past both
sides of the hinge plate and be positively retained
by the hair pin.
3. Insert hair pin fully into hinge rod. Hairpin must be
between hinge plate and seat/pedestal to retain rod
properly. See Figure 1.7.
4. Check for 5/16” flat washer under head of seat
knobs. Install washer, if missing, and tighten knobs
securely.
POSITIVE (+) CABLES
(RED) WITH TERMINAL
COVER
NEGATIVE (-)
CABLES (BLACK)
FIGURE 1.6
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STEP 10 (Continued)
INSTALL OPERATOR’S AND PASSENGER’S
SEAT
(3) SEAT BOLTS
1/2-13 X 3”
BOLT & 1/2-13
NYLOC NUT
HINGE ROD
1/2-13 X 3 3/4”
BOLT & 1/2-13
NYLOC NUT
PROP ROD
FIGURE 1.8
STEP 12
ALIGN CARGO BED LATCH
HAIRPIN
Lower the Cargo bed slowly until the latch contacts the
striker pin. The head of the striker pin should be inside
of the latch as shown in figure 1.9. If it is not aligned
correctly, loosen the bolts that attach the left and right
bed pivot brackets. Then, position the latch over the
striker pin as shown in figure 1.9 and re-tighten the bed
pivot bracket bolts.
FIGURE 1.7
STEP 11
ATTACH CARGO BED
Attach bed to pivots at rear of frame. A prop rod is
provided to support an empty cargo bed only in a raised
position.
LATCH ASSEMBLY
1. Align brackets on bottom rear of cargo bed with left
and right pivots located at rear of frame. See Figure
1.8.
2. Insert (1) 1/2-13 x 3 3/4” bolt into each left and right
pivot and secure with 1/2-13 NyLoc nuts. Tighten
securely.
3. Attach prop rod to bracket on bottom of cargo bed
using (1) 1/2-13 x 3” bolt and (1) 1/2-13 NyLoc nut.
Tighten to a snug rotating fit.
STRIKER
PIN
FIGURE 1.9
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST FOR
SNAPPER GROUNDS CRUISER
Snapper has completed initial adjustments and performed operational tests prior to shipping the machine. Due
to the possible effects of shipping, handling and storage, Snapper intends for all of the following items to be
verified and necessary final adjustments made at time of setup. It remains good practice and is strongly
recommended that all the items also be checked prior to placing the machine into service. It is very important
that setup is verified and all operational tests completed and results are acceptable. After completing this form,
sign and retain for future reference.
SET-UP
_____ GENERAL INSPECTION for loose, missing or damaged components. Repaired as necessary.
_____ WHEEL LUG NUTS checked and torqued to 75 ft-lb.
_____ FRONT & REAR AXLE NUTS checked, castle nuts installed and secured with cotter pins.
_____ TIRE PRESSURE, FRONT AND REAR, adjusted to 15 PSI.
_____ SEAT BELTS installed, hardware tightened, and function of buckles verified.
_____ OPERATOR PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE installed and hardware torqued to 50-70 ft-lb.
_____ BATTERY activated, charged and installed properly.
_____ STEERING WHEEL installed, alignment checked and nut torqued to 50-70 ft-lb.
_____ CARGO BED AND PROP ROD installed and hardware tightened according to instructions.
_____ CARGO BED LATCH function verified.
_____ OPERATOR CONTROLS checked for binding and damage.
LUBRICATION AND FUEL
_____ ENGINE OIL added to bring level up to full mark (Refer to Engine Manual).
_____ TRANSMISSION FLUID checked and adjusted to full mark. (MOBILFLUID 424)
_____ AXLECOUPLINGS AND STEERING KING PINS greased. (RefertoOperator’smanual).
_____ FUEL added to tank and system checked for leaks. (Refer to Engine Manual for fuel specifications).
OPERATIONAL TEST
_____ ENGINE started, engine idles without dieing and runs smoothly.
_____ SAFETY INTERLOCKS checked and all function correctly. (Refer to Operator’s manual).
_____ TRANSMISSION shifts into forward and reverse without excessive grinding of gears.
_____ CLUTCH engages and accelerates smoothly and does not drag at idle.
_____ STEERING checked and functions properly.
_____ SERVICE BRAKE AND PARK BRAKE checked and both function properly. (Refer to Operator’s manual).
CONSUMER INFORMATION
Purchase Date ________________ Model_____________________ Serial No. ____________________
Retailer’s Name _______________________________ Signature ________________________________
Address _________________________________ City _________________ State ______ Zip _____
MACHINE WILL BE USED COMMERCIALLY? _ YES ____ NO
Purchaser’s Name _____________________________ Signature ________________________________
Address _________________________________ City __________________ State______ Zip ______
IMPORTANT: This form is to be retained for future reference regarding Warranty, proof of
purchase, traceability for product recall or service, etc. Complete the Product Registration
Card and Mail to Customer Service Department at SNAPPER, P.O. BOX 1379, McDonough,
Georgia, 30253.
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