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Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

FIGURE 1.1 

 
 
 
1.1 INTRODUCTION 

This manual has been prepared for the operators of 
the SNAPPER WALK BEHIND MOWERS. Its 
purpose, aside from recommending operating and 
routine service requirements, is to promote safety 
through the use of accepted operating practices. 
Read, Understand and Follow the “IMPORTANT 
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” on Pages 2 & 3 of this 
manual and all safety messages on the mower and 
attachments before operating the mower. 

 
 

1.2 NOMENCLATURE 

The nomenclature drawing above, Figure 1.1, shows 
the essential parts of the SNAPPER WALK BEHIND 
MOWERS.  It is recommended that all operators of 
the mower become thoroughly familiar with the 
controls, parts and operation of the mower before 
operating.  Specific details involving the engine are 
found in the separate engine owner’s manual.  Study 
these manuals before operating and keep both handy 
for future reference. 
 

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Page 1: ...e Power Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product Before operating your Walk Behind read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on Pages 2 3 Remember that...

Page 2: ...extreme CAUTION when changing directions on slopes DO NOT mow steep slopes or other areas where stability or traction is in doubt 3 Use extra care with crass catchers or other attachments these affect...

Page 3: ...rate engine in enclosed areas Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide a deadly poison MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 1 DO NOT store mower or fuel container inside where fumes may reach an open flame spa...

Page 4: ...Adjustment 7 Cutting Height Adjustment 7 Recycling Operation 8 Installation of Grass Catcher 8 SECTION 3 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 9 Change Engine Oil 9 Check Mower Blade 9 Service Annually 9 Engine 9...

Page 5: ...TIONS on Pages 2 3 of this manual and all safety messages on the mower and attachments before operating the mower 1 2 NOMENCLATURE The nomenclature drawing above Figure 1 1 shows the essential parts o...

Page 6: ...efueling Refer to Engine Owners Manual for specifications 2 1 6 Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and engine of any accumulation of spilled fuel dirt grass oil etc Keep engine air intake screen...

Page 7: ...r nuts on each lower handle to maintain desired position WARNING Stop engine and mower blade by releasing the blade control before adjusting cutting height or handle height 2 5 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTME...

Page 8: ...eed control to slowest speed setting 4 Proceed mowing slowly If grass is very dense lower each rear wheel latch one notch lower than the front wheel latches to improve recycling performance WARNING DO...

Page 9: ...ection BLADE WEAR LIMITS FIGURE 3 2 3 3 SERVICE ANNUALLY Perform all maintenance as described in the Service Schedule section of this manual 3 3 1 Engine Service engine according to engine owner s man...

Page 10: ...ch in either tip See Figure 4 1 4 2 Replace with new blade WARNING DO NOT use a cutting blade that shows signs of excessive wear or damage Refer to Section MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT for proper blade ins...

Page 11: ...r working around cutting blades Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury 4 Sharpen blade on a grinding wheel at an angle of 22 to 28 degrees DO NOT sharpen blade beyond original cutting...

Page 12: ...Damaged out of balance or bent mower blade 1 Service mower blade 2 Loose blade components 2 Service and tighten loose parts 3 Loose or missing air lift if equipped 3 Replace air lifts Tighten to prope...

Page 13: ...al X Mower Blade Check For Wear Damage Replacement Page 10 11 X Mower Deck Clean Debris Accumulation Page 9 X Change oil every 25 hours when operating under heavy load or high temperatures Clean more...

Page 14: ...ginal purchase date SNAPPER will not be responsible for any installation cost incurred The battery warranty only covers original equipment batteries and does not cover damage to the battery or machine...

Page 15: ...15 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE...

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Page 19: ...____________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________...

Page 20: ...tand and Follow all warnings and instructions in this manual the engine manual and on the machine engine and attachments If you have any questions about your Snapper product contact your local authori...

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