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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 

 

WARNING 

DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or 
service with engine and blade running. STOP 
engine and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and 
secure away from spark plug. Engine and 
components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow 
sufficient time for all components to cool. Wear 
heavy leather gloves when handling or working 
around cutting blades. Blades are extremely sharp 
and can cause severe injury. 

 
2.6  RECYCLING OPERATION - OPTIONAL 
ACCESSORY 
Recycling operation requires optional accessory. 
 
NOTE: For best recycling results, cut up to a maximum 
of 1/3 of grass blade length and recycle ONLY when 
grass is dry. 
 

1.  Set all wheels in the highest cutting position 
(Notch 6). 
2.  Move engine speed control to “FAST” (Rabbit) 
position. 
3. Move ground speed 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. 

 
2.7  INSTALLATION of GRASS CATCHER 

 
Position grass bag between handles. See Figure 
2.8. Install grass catcher by sliding connector over 
flange of adapter. Attach grass bag hooks over 
middle handle cross bar. See Figure 2.9. 
 

 

FIGURE 2.8 

 
 

 

 

 

FIGURE 2.9 

 

WARNING 

DO NOT operate without entire Grass Catcher or 
guard in place. Grass Catcher components are 
subject to deterioration during normal use. Inspect 
frequently and replace worn or damaged 
components immediately. 

 
2.8  REMOVING and DUMPING GRASS CATCHER 

1.  Grasp bag connector and bag handle as 

shown. See Figure 2.8. 

2.  First, lift up on bag handle, removing it from the 

mower handle. Then lift up on bag connector 
removing it from the adapter flange. 

3.  Dump bag by pulling bag slider off of Z-Fold at 

rear of bag, opening bag. 

4.  To close bag, fold rear of bag into Z-shape, 

keeping edges aligned. Note: an illustration of 
folding the Z-shape is attached to the bag. 

5.  Grasp the edge of the Z-fold, and while holding 

the slider, pull the Z-fold fully into the slider. 
See Figure 2.10. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

FIGURE 2.10 

 

LOWER HANDLES 

HANDLE 

BAG CONNECTOR 

ADAPTER 
FLANGE 

HOOK BAG 
HANDLE OVER 
LOWER HANDLES 

SLIDE CONNECTOR 
OVER END OF 
ADAPTER FLANGE 

 

GRASP SLIDER. 
PULL Z-FOLD INTO 

PULL 

Summary of Contents for CP214017R2

Page 1: ...ing Width R Robin Engine KW Kawasaki Engine 40 4 0 HP 50 5 0 HP V Over Head Valve Engine 60 6 0 HP Engine Horse Power 2 2 Cycle Engine Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product Before operating your Walk...

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 grass 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: ...ter 11 Engine Oil 11 Storage Procedure 11 SECTION 4 ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIR 12 18 Mower Blade Replacement 12 Blade Sharpening 12 Wheel Drive Control Adjustment 13 Driven and Drive Disc Service 13 17 Cl...

Page 5: ...menclature 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...

Page 6: ...eling 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 and...

Page 7: ...e loosened before handle height can be adjusted 2 Move upper mower handle up or down until the desired position is achieved 3 Tighten the lower nuts on each lower handle to maintain desired position W...

Page 8: ...LATION of GRASS CATCHER Position grass bag between handles See Figure 2 8 Install grass catcher by sliding connector over flange of adapter Attach grass bag hooks over middle handle cross bar See Figu...

Page 9: ...up on lower handle brackets as shown in Figure 3 1A Drain oil through dipstick tube into a container Allow sufficient time for all oil to drain FIGURE 3 1A IMPORTANT Drain fuel tank before tipping ma...

Page 10: ...mponents to cool Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury 3 2 3 CHECK MOWER BLADE 1 Disconnect spark plug wire an...

Page 11: ...gine Oil Refer to engine owner s manual for service instructions 3 4 STORAGE PROCEDURE Refer to the Engine Owner s Manual for directions regarding engine storage preparations Prepare the mower for end...

Page 12: ...xcessive wear or damage Refer to Section MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT for proper blade inspection and service procedures 4 1 2 BLADE SHARPENING 1 Disconnect spark plug wire and secure end away from plug 2...

Page 13: ...earance Repeat procedure if required NOTE The vinyl spring cover should be kept over the spring at all times except for adjustments 4 If the wheel drive control fails to return quickly to the OFF posi...

Page 14: ...Repair Replacement If drive spring is loose reconnect as shown in Figure 4 6 If spring is broken replace with new spring IMPORTANT If machine drive system continues slipping see Trouble Shooting sect...

Page 15: ...Insert ball joint into anchor point and reinstall the connector hex nut and tighten securely See Figure 4 9 Move ground speed control to the first speed position then back to the sixth speed position...

Page 16: ...screws and plate which secure the rubber ring to the driven disc hub See Figure 4 12 4 Install new rubber ring 5 Reverse above procedures for reassembly and installation FIGURE 4 11 FIGURE 4 12 4 3 5...

Page 17: ...stall new O ring over the outside of the new bearing 6 Install bearing holder and secure with screws 7 Install 3 8 hex lock nut FIGURE 4 14 4 4 BELT SERVICE On these mowers the engine belt transmits p...

Page 18: ...on 5 Hold the slotted end of the drive disc bolt with a screwdriver and remove the nut and internal tooth lock washer See Figure 4 16 6 Remove the belt cover located under deck 7 Lift the drive disc u...

Page 19: ...lift if equipped 3 Replace air lifts Tighten to proper torque 4 Lumpy or frayed belt 4 Replace belt Mower Will Not Move 1 Damaged transmission 1 Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer Loss Of Traction 2 Tr...

Page 20: ...Wear Damage Replacement Page 13 16 X Change oil every 25 hours when operating under heavy load or high temperatures Clean more often under dusty conditions or when air debris is present 4 5 MAINTENANC...

Page 21: ...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...

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Page 28: ...ts If you have any questions about your Snapper product contact your local authorized Snapper dealer or contact Snapper Customer Service at Snapper McDonough GA 30253 Phone 1 800 935 2967 COPYRIGHT 20...

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