Pre-Start Checks; Starting/Stopping Engine - Snapper 0 Series Safety Instructions And Operator's Manual

PRE START CHECKS
Prior to each start-up, check/service as needed:
FIG. 2-DlPSTICK LOCATION
• CHECK guards, BAG (3), BAG ADAPTOR (4), DECK
COVER (21) or side discharge chute for proper posi¬
tion and tightness.
NOTE: The "tab" on the inside rear edge of the
adapter side chute, or mulching cover, must push the
interlock spring in toward the center of ther mower. If
the tab is improperly installed, the engine CANNOT be
started.
•CLEAN surfaces to remove dust, dirt, and ciippings
- particularly from the cooling air intake screen on
engine to prevent overheating.
•CHECK oil level in 4-cycle engines and add oil as
needed to bring the level up to but not over the
dipstick (15) "FULL" mark. Refer to FIG. 2.
•CHECK cutting height and adjust as needed, to suit
the prevailing grass conditions. Refer to FIG. 5.
•CHECK fuel level in tank after pushing mower out¬
doors where fumes will safely dissipate. On 2-cycle
engines, use the correct fuel to oil ratio as specified
in the engine manual.
STARTING/STOPPING ENGINE
NOTE: Stop the engine (and blade) by releasing the
BLADE CONTROL
ROPE START:
1. Move ENGINE CONTROL lever to CHOKE position.
On Primer equipped models,move the control lever
to the RUN position and then push the primer
button If the engine Is cold.
2. Hold, BLADE CONTROL (7) firmly against
UPPER HANDLE (18) - otherwise the engine
will not start! Refer to FIG. 3.
3. Place left foot on top of left rear tire with toes
pointing forward.
4. Bend at waist to reach ROPE START HANDLE
(16) and straighten up as you pull handle¬
using back muscles more than arm muscles.
5. Continue pulling ROPE START HANDLE until
the engine starts. Guide rope slowly back into
engine shroud to prevent rope breakage which
could result if the handle is allowed to snap
back. Continue holding the BLADE CONTROL
while moving around behind the UPPER HAN¬
DLE to the Operator's position.
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