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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

 

 
2.1  PRE-START CHECK LIST 

Make the following checks and perform the service 
required before each start-up. 
2.1.1.  Check guards, deflectors, grass bag, adapter 
and covers to make sure all are in place and securely 
tightened. 
2.1.2.  Check blade control and wheel drive control to 
insure they work freely. See Figure 2.1. 

 

 

 
 

FIGURE 2.1 

 

2.1.3.  Check cutting height. Adjust to desired height. 
2.1.4.  Check engine oil and add oil as needed to bring 
level up to the full mark. Refer to Engine Owner’s 
Manual for oil specifications. See Figure 2.2. 

 

 

 

FIGURE 2.2 

 

2.1.5.  The battery should be removed from its carton 
and filled with electrolyte. See Section on Battery 
Service for battery preparation. 
2.1.6. Add fuel to tank after pushing the mower 
outside where fumes can safely dissipate. Make sure 
cap is tightened after refueling. Refer to Engine 
Owners Manual for specifications. 
 
 

2.1.7.  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) (Electric Start) 
When the ignition key (Electric Start Switch) is turned to 
“START”, the engine will not crank and will not start 
unless the blade control is engaged! 
 
1.  Move engine speed control to the “Fast” (Rabbit) 
position. See Figure 2.3. 
2. Push primer button three times to start a cold 
engine.  NOTE: Do not use primer button to start 
warm engine. 

 

NOTE:  Stop the engine (and blade) by releasing the 

blade control. 

 

3.  Pull blade control against handle. 
4.  Turn key to the start position until engine starts.  
See Figure 2.3. 

 
NOTE: If after 5 seconds of cranking the engine does not 
start, release the key and attempt starting again after waiting 
for approximately 20 seconds. 
 

5.  After engine starts, allow a brief warm-up until 
engine runs smooth.  

 
 

 

 
 

FIGURE 2.3 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

BLADE 
CONTROL 

WHEEL 
DRIVE 
CONTROL 

CATCHER MODEL 
SHOWN (ROPE START 
MOUNTED ON LEFT 
SIDE OF HANDLE) 

TURN KEY SWITCH TO 
START POSITION 

PULL BLADE 
CONTROL UP 
AGAINST HANDLE 

ENGINE SPEED 
CONTROL (SHOWN 
IN FAST POSITION) 

CATCHER MODEL SHOWN 
(ROPE START MOUNTED 
ON LEFT SIDE OF HANDLE) 

Содержание FRP216012E

Страница 1: ...elf Propelled Mower 21 21 Cutting Width 60 6 0 HP Engine Horse Power 12 Series Designation E Electric Start Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product Before operating your Walk Behind read this manual ca...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 4: ...gine Drive Belt 11 Check Transmission Poly V Belt 11 Service Annually 11 Engine 11 Air Filter 11 Engine Oil 11 Storage Procedure 11 SECTION 4 ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIR 12 20 Mower Blade Replacement 12 Bl...

Страница 5: ...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 th...

Страница 6: ...f 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 Electric Start When the ignition key Electri...

Страница 7: ...mower forward Forward speed can be adjusted while the mower is moving by changing position of the ground speed control See Figure 2 5 FIGURE 2 5 2 3 STOPPING 1 Stop engine and blade by releasing the...

Страница 8: ...F prefix in model number Example FRP216012 The front of the cutting deck on these models has been cut out This allows the blade to have more direct contact with the grass and allows more air flow into...

Страница 9: ...cher by sliding connector over flange of adapter See Figure 2 10 Attach grass bag hooks over middle handle cross bar See Figure 2 11 FIGURE 2 10 FIGURE 2 11 WARNING DO NOT operate without entire Grass...

Страница 10: ...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 w...

Страница 11: ...ore 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...

Страница 12: ...ip See Figure 4 1 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 servic...

Страница 13: ...earance between the inside of the spring 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...

Страница 14: ...If oil or grease on the drive disc or driven disc is 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...

Страница 15: ...etighten 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 Rei...

Страница 16: ...ws and plate which secure the rubber ring to the driven disc hub See Figure 4 13 4 Install new rubber ring 5 Reverse above procedures for reassembly and installation FIGURE 4 12 FIGURE 4 13 4 3 5 Repl...

Страница 17: ...ges the transmission that powers the rear wheels Should these belts become worn they could cause slippage which would impair mower performance The condition of the engine belt and poly v belt should b...

Страница 18: ...at hanger with a hook fashioned on one end to pull the hooked end of the idler spring through the large hole in the right wheel bracket See Figure 4 18 12 Reinstall the driven disc assembly FIGURE 4 1...

Страница 19: ...contact with electrolyte acid Battery acid is corrosive Rinse empty acid containers with water and mutilate before discarding If acid is spilled on battery bench or clothing etc Flush with clear water...

Страница 20: ...meter Five Ball Hydrometer 100 Charged w Sulfate Stop 1 280 12 80v Five Balls Floating 100 Charged 1 265 12 60v Four Balls Floating 75 Charged 1 210 12 40v Three Balls Floating 50 Charged 1 160 12 10v...

Страница 21: ...mower blade 1 Service mower blade 2 Loose blade components 2 Service and tighten loose parts 3 Loose or missing air lift if equipped 3 Replace air lifts Tighten to proper torque 4 Lumpy or frayed belt...

Страница 22: ...Disc Check for Wear Damage Replacement Page 13 16 X Battery Check Electrolyte Pages 19 X X Charge Battery Pages 19 X Testing Battery Pages 19 20 X Change oil every 25 hours when operating under heavy...

Страница 23: ...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...

Страница 24: ...24 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE...

Страница 25: ...25 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE...

Страница 26: ...26 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE...

Страница 27: ...27 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE...

Страница 28: ...erstand and Follow all warnings and instructions in this manual the engine manual and on the machine engine and attachments If you have any questions about your Snapper product contact your local auth...

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