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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE
3.1 INTRODUCTION
To retain the quality of the mower, use genuine SNAP-
PER replacement parts only. Contact a local SNAP-
PER dealer for parts and service assistance. For the
correct part or information for a particular mower,
always mention model and serial number.
3.2 SERVICE - AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS
3.2.1. CHANGE ENGINE OIL
NOTE: Due to the location of the oil drain plug under
the engine, perform the following procedure for the
easiest oil change:
1.
Disconnect spark plug wire and secure end away
from plug. The items needed to perform oil change are:
cloth rags and a shallow pan.
2.
Tip mower on its side, with the oil fill down. Do not
tip mower with spark plug or carburetor down. See
Figure 3.1.
3.
Place shallow pan underneath the approximate
center of the oil fill.
4.
Remove oil fill cap and allow oil to drain out com-
pletely in pan. Some oil may spill onto engine and
hands, immediately wipe hands clean with cloth rags.
Dispose of oil properly.
5.
Tip mower back up.
6.
Fill engine with oil as specified in Engine Owner’s
Manual. Thereafter, change oil after each 25 hours of
use.
3.2.2. GREASE LEVEL IN TRANSMISSION
The transmission requires no lubrication or mainte-
nance. If transmission leaks or malfunctions, return
machine to an authorized Snapper dealer for repair.
3.2.3. WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL
The wheel drive control requires periodic adjustment
to maintain proper drive function. The adjustment is
performed with the thumbwheel located on the wheel
drive control cable and requires no tools. Refer to
Section “WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT”.
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or
service with engine and blade running. STOP engine
and blade. Remove key. Disconnect spark plug wire
and secure away from spark plug. Engine and compo-
nents are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient
time for all components to cool.
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FIGURE 3.1
OIL FILL
TIP MOWER ON SIDE
