Snapper EZF2100DKU User Manual

 

1.  Front & Rear Wheel Bearings 
Lubricate with Kendall NLGI No. 2 lithium grease or 
equivalent, from a grease gun. See Figure 3.5. 

 

2. Transaxle 
Check the level of fluid in both of the fluid reservoirs. 
Wipe away all dirt and debris from around reservoir 
cap before removing. Oil must remain absolutely 
clean! Check with mower on a level surface with 
engine “OFF”. Fill reservoir as needed to bring level 
up to 1-1/2 inches below the top of the filler neck.  
Use clean, fresh premium hydraulic oil having a 
viscosity equivalent to SAE 20W-20, SAE 30 or SAE 
40. The fluid should be chemically stable, 
incorporating rust and oxidation inhibitors. Make sure 
funnels, pouring spouts and oil can are completely 
clean. Reinstall reservoir cap. See Figure 3.6. 
IMPORTANT:  DO NOT remove or service the 
transaxle fluid filters. This service should be made 
periodically by an authorized SNAPPER dealer. See 
the service schedule to determine the recommended 
change interval. 
 
 

 

 

3.  Power Transfer Shaft 
Lubricate power transfer shaft with Kendall NLGI 
No. 2 lithium grease or equivalent, from a grease 
gun.  See Figure 3.7. 

 

 

 

4.  OTHER LUBRICATION POINTS 
Lubricate traction drive idlers, P.T.O. idlers,deck 
caster wheel shafts, rear caster wheel shaft, 
traction drive shaft bearings and mower deck 
idler arm with Kendall NLGI No. 2 lithium grease 
or equivalent, from a grease gun. 

 
3.4 

BEFORE OPERATING MOWER 
1.  Clean all dirt and debris from around the two 
hydraulic fluid reservoirs. Especially around the 
top and cap area. 
2. Clean all dirt and debris from the radiator 
debris screen and cooling fins. 
3.  Clean all dirt and debris from the cooling fins 
on the engine and from both hydraulic pumps. 

 

ANNUALLY (END OF EACH SEASON) 
Perform all maintenance as required in 
SERVICE SCHEDULE section of this manual.  
 

Service engine according to engine owner’s 
manual. 

 

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