Manual Contents:
Operator Safety.....................................................................2
Features and Controls..........................................................8
Operation...............................................................................8
Maintenance.........................................................................15
Troubleshooting..................................................................28
Warranties............................................................................29
Slope Guide.........................................................................34
Specifications......................................................................35
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as seen from the operator's position.
Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Snapper Walkbehind
Mower. We’re pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in
the Snapper brand. When operated and maintained according
to the manuals, your Snapper product will provide many years
of dependable service.
The manuals contain safety information to make you aware of
the hazards and risks associated with the unit and how to avoid
them. This Walkbehind Mower was designed to be used as
described in operator's manual and is not intended for any other
purpose. It is important that you read and understand the
instructions thoroughly before attempting to start or operate this
equipment. Save these original instructions for future reference.
This product requires final assembly before use. Refer to the
setup guide for instructions on final assembly procedures. Follow
the instructions completely.
Operator Safety
Safety Definitions
For your safety, the safety of others, and to protect the
performance of equipment, follow the precautions listed
throughout the manual before operation, during operation, and
during maintenance procedures.
indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
DANGER
indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING
indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
indicates a situation which can cause damage to the equipment,
personal property and/or the environment, or cause the
equipment to operate improperly.
Safety Symbol Definitions
The following safety symbols may be found on the unit.
Read the operator’s manual before attempting to operate the
mower.
Mow across slopes, not up or down.
To avoid injury to others, do not mow when others, especially
children, are around.
To reduce the potential for fire, wait at least 2 minutes before
refueling.
To avoid serious injury or death, keep hands and feet away from
the mower deck at all times during operation.
To avoid injury from thrown objects, do not operate the mower
unless all mulching, discharge, or bagging components are in their
proper place.
California Spark Arrester Warning
WARNING
It is a violation of California Public Resource Code, Section
4442, to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered,
brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the exhaust
system is equipped with a spark arrester, as defined in Section
4442, maintained in effective working order. Other states or
federal jurisdictions may have similar laws. Contact the original
equipment manufacturer, retailer, or dealer to obtain a spark
arrester designed for the exhaust system installed on this
engine.
WARNING
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain
lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
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