Snapper 1696628 Operator's Manual page 23

Problem
Idles poorly
Excessive vibration/noise
Mower will not
mulch grass
Uneven cut
Mower will not self propel
High pullback effort
Cause
1. Spark plug fouled, faulty, or gap too wide.
2. Dirty air cleaner.
1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced.
2. Bent/damaged blade or blade adapter.
1. Wet grass.
2. Excessively high grass.
3. Dull blade.
1. Dull blade.
1. Belt not installed properly.
2. Debris clogging drive operation.
3. Damaged or worn belt.
4. Drive control out of adjustment.
1. Pulling mower backwards before
transmission disengages.
2. Drive control adjusted too tight.
Remedy
1. Reset gap to .020" or replace spark plug.
2. Refer to Maintenance section.
1. Tighten blade and adapter. Balance blade.
2. See an authorized service dealer.
1. Do not mow when grass is wet; wait until
later to cut.
2. Mow once at a high cutting height, then
mow again at desired height or make a
narrower cutting path.
3. Sharpen or replace blade.
1. Sharpen or replace blade.
1. Check belt for proper pulley installation and
movement.
2. Stop engine, disconnect spark plug boot,
and clean out debris.
3. Inspect and replace belt.
4. Adjust drive control. See page 12 in
Assembly & Set-up section.
1. Allow the unit to roll forward slightly without
the drive lever(s) engaged before pulling
backwards.
2. Readjust drive control. Refer to page 12 in
the Assembly & Set-Up section.
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