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Page 1: ... P Self Propelled Model 15 Series Designation 21 21 Cutting Width KW Kawasaki Engine V Over Head Valve 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 all power equipment can be dangerous if used improperly Also keep in mind that SAFETY requires careful u...

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 the handling and the stability of the machine PREPARATION 1 Read understand and follow instructions and warnings in this manual and on the mower engine and attachments Know the controls and the prop...

Page 3: ...erate 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 spark or pilot light such as in a water heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliance Allow engine to cool before storing machine in an enclosure Store fuel container out of reach of children in a...

Page 4: ...0 Check Transmission Poly V Belt 10 Service Annually 10 Engine 10 Air Filter 10 Engine Oil 10 Storage Procedure 10 SECTION 4 ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIR 11 17 Mower Blade Replacement 11 Blade Sharpening 11 12 Wheel Drive Control Adjustment 12 Driven and Drive Disc Service 13 Cleaning Drive Disc and Driven Disc 13 Drive Spring Repair Replacement 13 Driven Disc Adjustment 13 14 Driven Disc Replacement 14...

Page 5: ...rts 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 WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL BLADE CONTROL UPPER HANDLE MID HA...

Page 6: ...ng 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 cooling fins clear at all times 2 2 STARTING OPERATION 2 2 1 ENGINE BLADE Primer Models 1 Primer models do not have an adjustable engine speed control The engine speed is fixed in the Fast position and ...

Page 7: ...o the desired speed position See Figure 2 5 2 Start engine Refer to Section Starting Operation 3 Move wheel drive control against handle to engage wheel drive and propel mower forward See Figure 2 4 FIGURE 2 5 2 3 STOPPING Stop engine and blade by releasing the blade control Stop forward motion of mower by releasing the wheel drive control 2 4 HANDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The height of the mower handl...

Page 8: ...eels 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 Install grass catcher by sliding connector over flange of adapt...

Page 9: ...g Engine and components are HOT Avoid serious burns allow sufficient time for all components to cool 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 Rem...

Page 10: ...fore operating mower 3 2 5 CHECK TRANSMISSION POLY V BELT 1 Visually check poly v belt for cracking fraying severed or belt strands exposed If worn or damaged replace belt before operating mower FIGURE 3 4 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 manual 3 3 2 Air Filter Refer to ...

Page 11: ...lance or has cracks or notch 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 inspection and service procedures 4 1 3 BLADE SHARPENING 1 Disconnect spark plug wire and secure end away from plug IMPORTANT DO NOT tip machine with carburetor or spark plug do...

Page 12: ... hook and the inside 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 spring length 3 Rehook upper spring to cable eye and check clearance Repeat procedure if required NOTE The vinyl spring cover should be kept over the spring at all times except for ad...

Page 13: ...causing slippage clean discs as follows 1 Wipe away any oil or 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 Drive Spring Repair Replacement If drive spring is loose reconnect as shown in Figure 4 7 If spring is broken replace with new spring IMPOR...

Page 14: ...retighten the connector hex nut securely See Figure 4 10 Move ground speed 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 FIGURE 4 10 4 3 4 Replacing Rubber Driven Disc Ring If the rubber ring is badly chunked or worn down to within 1 16 of the metal rim of the driven di...

Page 15: ...cure the rubber driven disc to the driven disc assembly See Figure 4 13 4 Install new rubber driven disc onto driven disc assembly with retaining rings 5 Reverse above procedures for reassembly and installation of driven disc assembly FIGURE 4 12 4 3 5 Replacing Bearing In Driven Disc Assembly If the driven disc bearing fails remove the driven disc assembly and replace bearing as follows 1 Remove ...

Page 16: ...bearing 5 Carefully install 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 self propelled mowers the engine 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...

Page 17: ...4 16 6 Remove the belt cover located under deck 7 Lift the drive disc up and remove worn belt 8 Loop one end of new belt over engine pulley and insert the other end through slot in deck See Figure 4 15 PULLEY POSITION FIGURE 4 16 9 Loop the belt around the pulley on the bottom of the drive disc 10 Reinstall drive disc and retaining hardware IMPORTANT 1 The square shoulder of the drive disc bolt mu...

Page 18: ...d 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 Reinstall belt onto pulley Check for damage Self Propelled Models 4 Poly V belt is broken 4 Replace Poly V belt 5 Poly V belt has jumped off of the pulley 5 Reinstall belt onto pulley Check for damage 6 Dr...

Page 19: ...ges 9 X X Periodic Grease Check Pages 10 X Drive Disc Check for Wear Damage Replacement Page 12 15 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 MAINTENANCE REPLACEMENT PARTS MAINTENANCE PARTS Engine Speed Control None Blade Control Cable Push Propelled Models 4 1971 Clutch Pull Cable Prope...

Page 20: ...iginal 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 caused by neglect or abuse destruction by fire explosion freezing overcharging improper maintenance or use of improper electrolyte There is no other express warranty DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY Implied w...

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Page 28: ...chments 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 2000 SNAPPER INC ALL RIGHTS RESERVED MANUAL No 7 3147 REV 1 9 26 00 WARNING ENGINE EXHAUST SOME OF ITS CONSTITUENTS AND CERTAIN VEHICLE COMPONENTS CONTAIN OR EMIT CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CA...

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