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Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION
1.1 INTRODUCTION
This manual has been prepared for the operators of
the SNAPPER WALK BEHIND MOWERS. Its
purpose, aside from recommending operating and
routine service requirements, is to promote safety
through the use of accepted operating practices.
Read, Understand and Follow the “IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” on Pages 2 & 3 of this
manual and all safety messages on the mower and
attachments before operating the mower.
1.2 NOMENCLATURE
The nomenclature 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 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.
FIGURE 1.1
WHEEL DRIVE
CONTROL
BLADE
CONTROL
GROUND
SPEED
CONTROL
PRIMER
BULB
ROPE
START
HANDLE
OIL FILL CAP &
DIPSTICK
FUEL
FILLER CAP
MOWER
DECK
FRONT HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
LATCH
RECYCLING
DECK COVER
ENGINE AIR
BREATHER COVER
REAR HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
LATCH
LOWER
HANDLE
KNOB
MID
HANDLE
KNOB
UPPER
HANDLE
ENGINE
SPEED
CONTROL
FAST
SLOW
GROUND SPEED CONTROL
BLADE CONTROL -
RELEASE TO STOP
BLADE & ENGINE
ENGINE SPEED
CONTROL
WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL -
RELEASE TO STOP
FORWARD MOTION
SLOW
FAST
ENGINE
SPEED DECAL
SIDE DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR
RECYCLING DECK COVER
