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Snapper EMRP216518B Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

European 21” steel deck walk mowers (type 'm') series 18
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EUROPEAN MODEL
MODEL DESIGNATION
RECYCLING MODEL
SELF-PROPELLED
E – European Model
M – Model Designation
21 – 21" Cutting Width
65 – 6.5 HP (Engine Horse Power)
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 - 4. 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.
NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice.
* Actual sustained equipment horsepower will likely be lower due to operating limitations and environmental factors.
COPYRIGHT © 2004
SNAPPER – A DIVISION OF SIMPLICITY MFG., INC.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for
MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION
E
M
R
P – Self Propelled Model
R – Recycling Model
21" STEEL DECK
WALK MOWERS
P
21
65
18
18 - Series Designation
B – Briggs & Stratton
EUROPEAN
(TYPE 'M')
SERIES 18
PROPELLED MODELS
EMRP216518B
B
ENGINE DESIGNATION
SERIES DESIGNATION
ENGINE HORSE POWER *
CUTTING WIDTH
MANUAL No. 2-9759 (I.R. 8/11/04)

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  • Page 1 65 – 6.5 HP (Engine Horse Power) 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 - 4. Remember that all power equipment can be dangerous if used improperly.

  • 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 SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE (Continued From Previous Page) 3. DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling. 4. DO NOT refuel the machine indoors. 5. DO NOT store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as on a water heater or other appliances.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE (Continued From Previous Page) 11. Have machine serviced by an authorized SNAPPER dealer at least once a year and have the dealer install any new safety devices. 12. Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts to...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Transmission Poly-V Belt Replacement ...20 TROUBLESHOOTING...21 SERVICE SCHEDULE...22 Maintenance/Replacement Parts ...22 DECAL IDENTIFICATION ...23-24 WARRANTY ...25 The figures and illustrations in this manual are provided for reference only and may differ from your specific model. Contact your Snapper dealer if you have questions. IMPORTANT...

  • Page 6: Section 1 - Familiarization

    FIGURE 1.1 1.2 NOMENCLATURE The nomenclature drawing above, Figure 1.1, shows the essential parts of the SNAPPER 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.

  • Page 7: 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 8: Starting & Stopping Wheel Drive

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.2.2. PROPELLING MOWER 1. Start engine. Refer to Section “Starting & Operation”. 2. Move ground speed control to the desired speed position. See Figure 2.5. 3. Move wheel drive control against handle to engage wheel drive and propel mower forward. Forward speed can be adjusted while the mower is moving by changing position of the ground speed control.

  • Page 9: Recycling Operation

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING 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. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool.
  • Page 10 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.8 INSTALLATION, COLLECTOR GRASS BAG (Optional accessory on some models) STEP 1: Install the grass bag adapter and secure to the 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.

  • Page 11: Installation Of Discharge Deflector & Recycling Cover

    FROM HANDLE AND BAG ADAPTER REMOVE RECYCLING COVER TO THE DECK REMOVE THE TWO NUTS SLIDE Grass Catcher bags used on SNAPPER products are DEFLECTOR SLOT UNDER NUT made deterioration and wear during normal usage. Check condition of bag before each use.

  • Page 12: Section 3 - Maintenance Instructions

    2. If liquid grease IS NOT visible on the input gear (the small gear below the plug hole), add an amount, to cover gear, of Snapper “00” grease. See Figure 3.2. FILL PLUG proper NOTE: On self- NOTE: Snapper “00”...

  • Page 13: Check Mower Blade

    Section 3 – MAINTENANCE 3.2.2. CHECK GREASE LEVEL IN TRANSMISSION (Continued from previous page) NOTE: Do not spill grease or oil on surface of drive disc. See Figure 3.3. 3. Reinstall transmission plug. 4. Check grease level after each 25 hours of operation.

  • Page 14: Section 4 - Adjustments And Repair

    Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING 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. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns; allow sufficient time for all components to cool.

  • Page 15: Wheel Drive Control Adjustment

    Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING 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. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool.

  • Page 16: Driven And Drive Disc Service

    Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING 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. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool.

  • Page 17: Driven Disc Replacement

    Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING 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. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool.

  • Page 18: Driven Disc Bearing Replacement

    Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING 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. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool.

  • Page 19: Hex Shaft Bearing Replacement

    Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING 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. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool.

  • Page 20: Transmission Poly-V Belt Replacement

    Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING 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. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool.

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    1. Service mower blade. 2. Service and tighten loose parts. 3. Replace air lifts. Tighten to proper torque. 4. Replace belt. 1. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 2. Replace traction drive belt. 3. Clean or replace driven disc. 1. Adjust cutting height.

  • Page 22: Service Schedule

    ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED Engine Oil Check Oil Level Initial Oil Change Periodic Oil Change Air Pre-Cleaner Clean Sponge Element Air Cleaner Clean or Replace Spark Plug Replace Engine Cooling Clean Shroud & Fins System Drive Belts Check For Wear And Tension Mower Blade Check For Wear, Damage...

  • Page 23: Decal Identification

    SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL. OBSERVE AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN OPERATOR’S MANUALS, AND ON THE MOWER, ENGINE AND ATTACHMENTS BEFORE OPERATING. (1) WARNING INSTRUCTIONS. (2) WARNING: Do Not operate without entire Grass Catcher or Guard in place. (3) PRIME (on engine): Use for initial engine starting.
  • Page 24 OPERATOR PRESENCE Arrow points to the OPC bail. When bail is rotated rearward, the engine may be started and will run as indicated by the engine with rotating arrow. With the engine running, the blade is rotating as indicated by the cut grass symbol. When the bail is released and rotates forward, the engine will stop.

  • Page 25: Warranty

    For two (2) 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 26 NOTES...
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  • Page 28: Important

    (TYPE ‘M’) SERIES 18 Snapper products are built using engines that meet or exceed all applicable emissions requirements on the date manufactured. The labels on those engines contain very important emissions information and critical safety warnings. Read, Understand, and Follow all warnings and instructions in this manual, the engine manual, and on the machine, engine and attachments.

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