Snapper SXD19SSWM82 Owner's Manual page 23

OPERATION
MOWING TIPS
NOTE: A sharp blade will greatly enhance the performance of the lawn
mower, especially when cutting high grass. Be sure to check the blade and to
sharpen it at least once per year, as described in the Maintenance section.
• Verify that the lawn is free of stones, sticks, wires, and other objects
that could damage the blades or the motor. These objects could be
accidentally thrown by the lawn mower in any direction, and could cause
serious personal injury to the operator and to others. In order to prevent
electric shock, do not operate the lawn mower in damp or wet conditions.
• Do not mow in circles. Travel back and forth across the lawn.
• When cutting thick grass, reduce walking speed in order to allow for a
more effective cut and a proper discharge of the clippings.
• For a healthy lawn, always cut off one-third or less of the total length of
the grass. The average lawn should be approximately 1 1/2 to 2" (3.8 to
5 cm) long during cool months, and between 2" to 3 1/4" (5 cm to 8.3 cm)
long during hot months. If there is growth, the lawn should be cut in the
fall.
MULCHING TIPS
NOTE: INSPECT THE AREA WHERE THE LAWN MOWER IS TO BE USED,
AND REMOVE ALL STONES, STICKS, WIRE, AND OTHER DEBRIS THAT
MIGHT BE THROWN BY THE ROTATING BLADE.
• Release the bail lever to turn the lawn mower OFF when crossing any
graveled area (stones can be thrown by the blade).
• Set lawn mower to the highest cutting height when mowing on uneven
ground or in tall weeds.
• For effective mulching, do not cut wet grass, because it tends to stick to
the underside of the deck, preventing proper mulching of grass clippings.
New or thick grass may require a narrower cut. The ground speed should
be adjusted to the condition of the lawn. If mowing has been delayed and
the grass has been allowed to grow longer than 4" (10 cm), mow the lawn
twice in order to reduce the grass height to a maximum of 3 1/4" (8.3 cm).
• Walk at a steady pace. Overlap the cutting rows. Do not let the grass get
too tall. If the grass gets too long, start at the highest cutting position and
work down to the desired cutting height.
W A R N I N G
If you strike a foreign object, stop the motor and remove the battery. Thoroughly
inspect the lawn mower for any damage. Repair any damage before operating
the lawn mower. Excessive vibration of the lawn mower during operation is
an indication of damage. Thoroughly inspect the lawn mower and repair any
damage before operating the lawn mower.
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