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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 

 
3.1 INTRODUCTION 

To retain the quality of the mower, use genuine 
SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact a local 
SNAPPER 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 

 

WARNING 

Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, STOP 
the engine, remove the spark plug wire from the 
spark plug and secure wire away from plug. Engine 
oil is extremely hot and can cause severe burns. 
Allow engine oil to cool before draining to prevent 
injury. 

 

1.  Refer to Engine Manual for proper oil 
specifications and procedures. 
2.  For simplest/cleanest oil change, loosen lower 
handle wing nuts and stand mower up on lower 
handle as shown in Figure 3.1. Drain oil through 
dipstick tube into a container. 

 

 

FIGURE 3.1 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

3.2.2. 

CHECK GREASE LEVEL IN TRANSMISSION 

1.  Remove transmission fill plug. See Figure 3.2. 
2.  If liquid grease IS NOT visible on the input gear (the 
small gear below the plug hole), add an amount, to 
cover gear, of Snapper “00” grease. See Figure 3.2. 

 

 

 

FIGURE 3.2 

 
 
NOTE: Snapper “00” Grease (Part No. 2-9443) is available 
at your SNAPPER dealer. 
 

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FILL PLUG 

Summary of Contents for EMRP215014B

Page 1: ...gnation E European Model S Swivel Front Wheels 21 21 Cutting Width T Tecumseh Engine B Briggs Engine 50 5 0 HP Engine Horse Power KW Kawasaki Engine 60 6 0 HP Engine Horse Power V Over Head Valve Engi...

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: ...n 10 Engine 10 Air Filter 10 Engine Oil 10 Storage Procedure 10 SECTION 4 ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIR 11 19 Mower Blade Repair Replacement 11 12 Wheel Drive Control Adjustment 12 Driven and Drive Disc Serv...

Page 5: ...ts 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 i...

Page 6: ...gine 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 cooling fins cle...

Page 7: ...ound speed control to the desired speed position See Figure 2 5 2 Follow starting engine procedure found in Section 2 2 Starting Operation Engine Blade 3 Move wheel drive control against handle to eng...

Page 8: ...swivel wheel to maintain better control of machine when operating on slopes 1 Stand in the operator s position Push machine forward until swivel wheel is positioned in the forward direction Wheel must...

Page 9: ...ely hot and can cause severe burns Allow engine oil to cool before draining to prevent injury 1 Refer to Engine Manual for proper oil specifications and procedures 2 For simplest cleanest oil change l...

Page 10: ...LT 1 Visually check poly v belt for cracking fraying severed or belt strands exposed Replace belt before operating mower FIGURE 3 4 3 3 ANNUALLY END OF EACH SEASON Perform all maintenance as described...

Page 11: ...place with new blade WARNING Never use a cutting blade that shows signs of excessive wear or damage Refer to Section on MOWER BLADE REPAIR REPLACEMENT for proper blade inspection and service procedure...

Page 12: ...of the clutch cable eye with the wheel drive control released See Figure 4 5 FIGURE 4 5 2 To adjust unhook upper spring from cable eye and rotate spring in direction required to extend or shorten spri...

Page 13: ...r grease with a clean cloth 2 Use either an approved grease solvent or hot soapy water to clean drive disc or driven disc 3 Rinse components with clean water 4 Dry components with a clean cloth 4 3 2...

Page 14: ...ed control to the first speed position then back to the sixth speed position Recheck the 1 8 measurement described previously Reinstall driven disc spring to driven disc assembly 4 3 4 Replacing Rubbe...

Page 15: ...n Disc Non Commercial Model If the rubber driven disc is badly chunked or worn down it must be replaced Install new rubber driven disc as follows 1 Using a small flat blade screwdriver free the clip f...

Page 16: ...l machines is staked into the thrust plate The bearing will have to be driven out with a mallet and a large punch A new bearing with four retaining screws will have to be purchased to replace existing...

Page 17: ...belt transmits power from engine to drive disc The drive disc powers the poly v belt which engages the transmission that powers the rear wheels Should these belts become worn they could cause slippage...

Page 18: ...isc bolt with a screwdriver and remove the nut and internal tooth lock washer See Figure 4 19 STANDARD BELT PULLEY POSITION FIGURE 4 19 6 Remove the belt cover located under deck 7 Standard Belt Lift...

Page 19: ...the right wheel bracket See Figure 4 20 14 Reinstall the driven disc assembly FIGURE 4 20 4 4 2 Transmission Poly V Belt Replacement 1 Remove the driven disc Refer to Section on Replacing Driven Disc...

Page 20: ...transmission 1 Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer Loss Of Traction 2 Engine drive belt broken requires replacement 2 Replace engine drive belt 3 Engine drive belt has jumped off of the pulley 3 Reinst...

Page 21: ...load or high temperatures Clean more often under dusty conditions or when air debris is present 4 5 MAINTENANCE REPLACEMENT PARTS MAINTENANCE PARTS Engine Speed Control Commercial Model Only 4 1965 En...

Page 22: ...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 27: ...27 NOTES...

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Page 29: ...BEHIND MOWERS M MODEL SERIES 14 WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm COPYRIGHT 1999...

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