Snapper 7800979-00 Operator's Manual page 15

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WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Avoid Serious Injury and Property Damage.
• DO NOT attempt to charge this battery with automotive
or 'Boost' chargers.
• DO NOT attempt to jump start a mower that has a dead
battery.
• Always use the charger supplied with this mower to charge
this battery.
Maintenance
Emissions Control Service
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emissions
control devices and systems may be performed by any
off-road engine repair establishment or individual. However,
to obtain "no charge" emissions control service, the work must
be performed by a factory authorized dealer. See the Emissions
Control Statements.
Maintenance Chart
WARNING
Amputation Hazard
• DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service
with engine and blade running.
• STOP engine and blade.
• Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark
plug.
Burn Hazard
• Engine and components are HOT.
• Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all
components to cool.
Laceration Hazard
• Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working
around cutting blades.
• Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury.
MOWER
Every 8 Hours or Daily
Check safety interlock system
Clean debris off mower
Every 25 Hours or Annually *
Check mower for loose hardware
See Dealer Annually to
Lubricate mower
Check mower blade **
Check mower blade stopping time
Check drive belt
Clean battery and cables
* Whichever comes first
** Check blade more often in regions with sandy soils or high
dust conditions
ENGINE
First 5 Hours
Change engine oil
Every 8 Hours or Daily
Check engine oil level
Every 25 Hours or Annually *
Clean engine air filter and pre-cleaner (if equipped) **
Every 50 Hours or Annually *
Change engine oil
Replace oil filter (if equipped)
Annually
Replace air filter
Replace pre-cleaner (if equipped)
See Dealer Annually to
Inspect muffler and spark arrester (if equipped)
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