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MODEL DESIGNATION
CUTTING WIDTH
R – Recycling Model
19 – 19" Cutting Width
Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your Walk Behind, read this manual carefully and pay
particular attention to the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" on Pages 2 & 3. Remember that all power
equipment can be dangerous if used improperly. Also keep in mind that SAFETY requires careful use in accordance
with the operating instructions and common sense.
COPYRIGHT © 1998
SNAPPER INC.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for
MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION
R
19" STEEL DECK
WALK MOWERS
19
40
14 Series Designation
40 – 4.0 HP (Engine Horse Power)
SERIES 14
MODELS
R194014
14
SERIES DESIGNATION
ENGINE HORSE POWER
MANUAL No. 7-2302 (I.R. 11/16/99)
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- Page 1 R – Recycling Model 19 – 19” Cutting Width Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your Walk Behind, read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” on Pages 2 & 3. Remember that all power equipment can be dangerous if used improperly.
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
If you have any questions pertaining to your machine which your dealer cannot answer to your satisfaction, call or write the Customer Service Department at SNAPPER, McDonough, Georgia 30253. Phone: (1-800-935-2967). -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
10. Have machine serviced by an authorized SNAPPER dealer at least once a year and have the dealer install any new safety devices. 11. Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts assure maintained. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS... 2-3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ... 4 SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION... 5 SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS... 6-8 Pre-start Checklist... 6 Starting & Stopping Engine & Blades ... 6-7 Adjusting Handle Height... 7 Adjusting Cutting Height ... 8 Recycling Operation... -
Page 5: Section 1 - Familiarization
ADJUSTMENT BUSHINGS FIGURE 1.1 1.2 NOMENCLATURE The nomenclature information above, Figure 1.1, shows the essential parts of the SNAPPER WALK BEHIND MOWERS. operators of the mower become thoroughly familiar with the controls, parts and operation of the mower before operating. -
Page 6: Section 2 - Operating Instructions
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. -
Page 7: Adjusting Handle Height
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3 STOPPING Stop engine and blade by releasing the blade control. See Figure 2.6. FIGURE 2.6 WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. -
Page 8: Adjusting Cutting Height
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool. -
Page 9: Section 3 - Maintenance Instructions
Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.1 INTRODUCTION To retain the quality of the mower, use genuine SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact a local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. For the correct part or information for a particular mower, always mention model and serial number. -
Page 10: Annually (End Of Each Season)
Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.3 ANNUALLY (END OF EACH SEASON) Perform all maintenance as described in the maintenance schedule. 3.3.1. Engine Service engine according to engine owner’s manual. 3.3.2. Air Filter Refer to engine owner’s manual for service instructions. 3.3.3. Engine Oil Refer to engine owner’s manual for service instructions. -
Page 11: Section 4 - Adjustments And Repair
Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool. -
Page 12: Troubleshooting
Service mower blade. Service and tighten loose parts. Replace air lifts. Tighten to proper torque. Adjust cutting height. Contact authorized SNAPPER Dealer. Walk at slower pace. Adjust height of cut with height adjust bushings. Adjust height of cut with height adjust bushings. -
Page 13: Service Schedule
ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED Engine Oil Check Oil Level Initial Oil Change Periodic Oil Change Clean Sponge Element Air Pre-Cleaner Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Replace Spark Plug Check For Wear, Damage Mower Blade & Replacement Clean Debris Mower Deck Accumulation * Change oil every 25 hours when operating under heavy load or high temperatures. -
Page 14: Warranty
For three (3) years from purchase date for the original purchaser's residential, non-commercial use, SNAPPER, through any authorized SNAPPER dealer will replace, free of charge (except for taxes where applicable), any part or parts found upon examination by the factory at McDonough, Georgia, to be defective in material or workmanship or both. -
Page 15: Primary Maintenance
An illustration of how dirt can damage your engine & reasonable maintenance can protect it! The engine on your Snapper product spends its entire life operating close to the ground at high speed creating a virtual storm of dust and dirt! - Page 16 Because working environment, the air available your Snapper engine heavily saturated with airborne dirt particles. As the dirt particles are stopped, they build up and begin to clog the outside of the air filter.
- Page 17 Generally, wash foam-type filters in a dishwashing detergent and water solution. Rinse and wring dry, then saturate with oil and squeeze out excess. Failure to re-oil this type filter will ruin the engine. Clean paper elements by tapping lightly. Blowing with air will rupture paper elements.
- Page 18 The pre-start checklist in the next column and instructions in your Snapper Operator’s Manual are designated to help you keep your Snapper in top operating condition with minimum effort! Read and follow all safety instructions in safety booklets and manuals.
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- Page 20 SERIES 14 & 15 The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State WARNING: of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. COPYRIGHT © 1998 SNAPPER INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED MANUAL No. 7-2302 (I.R.11/16/99)