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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.

 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. 
 

2.1.6.

  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 
1.

 Push primer button three times to start a cold 

engine. See Figure 2.3. 

NOTE:

 The primer should 

not be required to restart a warm engine.  

 

FIGURE 2.3 

 

2.

 Pull blade control against handle. See Figure 

2.4. 

3.

  Pull rope start handle to crank engine. 

 

 

 

FIGURE 2.4 

 

4.

 After engine starts, allow a brief warm-up until 

engine runs smooth. 

NOTE: To 

stop the engine (and blade), release the blade 

control. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

WHEEL  
DRIVE  
CONTROL 

BLADE 
CONTROL

PRIMER 
BUTTON 
(PUSH 3X) 

BLADE 
CONTROL 

ROPE START
HANDLE 

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Страница 1: ...d read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on Pages 2 4 Remember that all power equipment can be dangerous if used improperly Also keep in mind that...

Страница 2: ...bt 3 Use extra care with grass 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 manua...

Страница 3: ...leaving the operators position for any reason OPERATION Continued From Previous Column 11 Before cleaning repairing or inspecting make certain engine blade and all moving parts have STOPPED Disconnect...

Страница 4: ...grounding spark plug next to spark plug hole spark plug could ignite gas exiting engine 11 Have machine serviced by an authorized SNAPPER dealer at least once a year and have the dealer install any n...

Страница 5: ...Blade 13 Check Engine Drive Belt 13 Check Transmission Poly V Belt 13 Service Annually 13 Engine 13 Air Filter 13 Engine Oil 13 Storage Procedure 13 SECTION 4 ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIR 14 21 Mower Blade...

Страница 6: ...parts of the SNAPPER Type M 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 Specifi...

Страница 7: ...tside where fumes can safely dissipate Make sure cap is tightened after refueling Refer to Engine Owners Manual for specifications 2 1 6 Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and engine of any accum...

Страница 8: ...ows 1 Loosen the lower nuts on each lower handle as shown in Figure 2 6 FIGURE 2 6 2 Move upper mower handle up or down until the desired position is achieved 3 Tighten the lower nuts on each lower ha...

Страница 9: ...e side and top of the deck with the two nuts provided on the machine Slot in front edge of adapter must be under nut located on top of deck See Figure 2 9 FIGURE 2 9 STEP 2 Route recoil rope around pu...

Страница 10: ...Figure 2 14 FIGURE 2 13 FIGURE 2 14 2 11 REMOVING and DUMPING GRASS CATCHER Slide Closure Type 1 Grasp bag connector and bag handle as shown See Figure 2 13 2 First lift up on bag handle removing it f...

Страница 11: ...LATION of RECYCLING COVER Optional Accessory on Some Models It will be necessary to remove bag adapter and grass bag or discharge deflector before installing recycling cover See previous section for i...

Страница 12: ...art at all If contamination does occur the air filter will have to be replaced 1 Refer to Engine Manual for proper oil specifications procedures and proper service intervals 2 For simplest cleanest oi...

Страница 13: ...belt before 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 mowe...

Страница 14: ...e Figure 4 1 4 1A 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 15: ...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 16: ...c 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 to clean drive disc or driven disc 3 Rinse comp...

Страница 17: ...ten 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 Reinstal...

Страница 18: ...ly IMPORTANT The bearing on these 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...

Страница 19: ...ully 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...

Страница 20: ...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...

Страница 21: ...attery in a well ventilated area on a level surface 3 Using distilled water refill cells as required to bring fluid to proper level 4 With cell caps removed connect battery charger to battery terminal...

Страница 22: ...arts 3 Loose or missing air lift if equipped 3 Replace air lifts Tighten to proper torque 4 Lumpy or frayed belt 4 Replace belt Mower Will Not Move 1 Damaged transmission 1 Contact authorized SNAPPER...

Страница 23: ...Check Grease Level Page 13 X X Periodic Grease Check Page 13 X Drive Disc Check for Wear Damage Replacement Pages 16 18 X Change oil every 25 hours when operating under heavy load or high temperatures...

Страница 24: ...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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Страница 29: ...____________________________ Retailer s Phone Number____________________________________________________ It is very important that you register your purchase with Snapper to ensure warranty coverage P...

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Страница 32: ...ny 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 2004 SNAPPER A DIV...

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