Snapper HWPS26600RV Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual
Snapper HWPS26600RV Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

Snapper HWPS26600RV Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

26'" steel deck high wheel walk mower series 0
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Safety Instructions
& Operator's Manual for
26'" STEEL DECK
HIGH WHEEL
WALK MOWER
SERIES 0
MODEL
HWPS26600RV
MODEL
NUMBER
EXPLANATION
MODEL DESIGNATION
CUTTING WIDTH
ENGINE HP
IHWI
P
I
I
S 126160
I
0
R
V
I
ENGINE OPTIONS
ENGINE TYPE
SERIES DESIGNATION
HW - High Wheel Model
P - Self-Propelled
Machine
S - Swivel Front Wheels
26 - 26" Cutting Deck
60 - 6 HP Engine
0 - Series Designation
R - Robin Engine
V - Over Head Valve
Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product!
Before operating your machine, 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 senseY
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5NAPPERMcDonough,
GA., 30253
U.S.A.
COPYRIGHT
© 2000
SNAPPER
INC.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
MANUAL No. 7-3698 (I.R. 4/29/00)

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  • Page 1 P - Self-Propelled Machine 60 - 6 HP Engine S - Swivel Front Wheels Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your machine, read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" on Pages 2 & 3. Remember that all power...
  • 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). PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN...
  • Page 3 SNAPPER dealer at least once a year and have discharge at people, passing cars, windows or the dealer install any new safety devices. doors. 12. Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts 13.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................ TABLE OF CONTENTS ..................... SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION ..................SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ..............Pre-start Checklist ......................Starting & Stopping Engine & Blades ..............Starting & Stopping Wheel Drive ................. Handle Height Adjustment .................... Cutting Height Adjustment ...................
  • Page 5: Section 1 - Familiarization

    LOCK DEFLECTOR MOWER DECK FRONT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT I'I_UI_I= 1.1 INTRODUCTION 1.2 NOMENCLATURE This manual has been prepared for the operators of the The nomenclature drawing above, Figure 1.1, shows the SNAPPER WALK BEHIND MOWERS. Its purpose, essential parts SNAPPER WALK...
  • Page 6: Section 2 - Operating Instructions

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST WARNING Familiarize yourself with all controls, instructions DO NOT leave machine with engine running. warnings on this machine before attempting to operate it. DO NOT place your hands or feet near the blade Know how to stop the wheel drive, stop the blade and stop while the engine is running! the engine before starting the engine.
  • Page 7 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STARTING & OPERATION WHEEL GROUND SPEED 2.2.1. TO START ENGINE DRIVE CONTROL (Continued From Previous Page) 3. Stabilize the machine by placing your left foot on the left rear wheel. Machine should be on flat surface where footing is secure.
  • Page 8: Handle Height Adjustment

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HEIGHT REAR WARNING ADJUSTING LATCH DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance MOVE service with the engine or blade running. STOP OUTWARD MOVE DOWN OR blade. STOP engine. Remove spark plug wire from UP TO DESIRED spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug.
  • Page 9: Swivel Wheel Lock And Unlock

    Cutting on slopes is dangerous. Exercise extreme Contact your local Snapper dealer for details. caution. Loss of footing can result in serious injury. Cut across slopes - never up and down. Practice on NOTE: For best recycling results, cut up to a maximum slopes with blade off.
  • Page 10: Section 3 - Maintenance Instructions

    Service engine air cleaner. Refer to engine owner's SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact a local manual for proper air filter specification. SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. 3.2.3. GREASE FRONT CASTER BUSHINGS For the correct part or information for a particular mower, always mention model and serial number.
  • Page 11: Check Mower Blade

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE SERVICE - EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS WARNING Perform all service described in Section "SERVICE - DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS", and all maintenance required in "Service Schedule". service with the engine or blade running.
  • Page 12: Section 4 - Adjustments And Repair

    Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance 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.
  • Page 13: Wheel Drive Control Adjustment

    6. If drive problems persist after adjusting the spring extension Refer to Section "TROUBLESHOOTING" 4.3.2. Drive Spring Repair/Replacement of this manual or contact your local Snapper Dealer If drive spring is disconnected, reinstall onto thrust for assistance. plate. If spring is broken, replace with new spring.
  • Page 14: Driven Disc Adjustment

    Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING TRANSFER ROD DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance 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.
  • Page 15: Replacing Driven Disc Rubber Ring

    Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 4.3.5. Replacing Bearing In Driven Disc WARNING If the driven disc bearing fails, remove the driven DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance disc assembly and replace bearing as follows: service with the engine or blade running.
  • Page 16: Replacement Of Bearing On Pulley End Of Hex Shaft

    Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WHEEL DRIVE BELT SERVICE 4.4, WARNING On this machine, the engine belt transmits power from DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance the engine to the drive disc. The drive disc powers the service with the engine or blade running.
  • Page 17: Transmission Poly-V Belt Replacement

    Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 3. With engine off, engage blade control. The length WARNING of the spring should increase by 1/4" to 3/8" for DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance proper belt tension. service with the engine or blade running.
  • Page 18: Blade Brake Adjustment

    4. Recheck blade stop time. If still over 3 seconds-- OPERATE MACHINE. Contact authorized Snapper dealer for assistance. 5. Reinstall deck cover. IMPORTANT: DO NOT turn eye bolt nut more than two turns. Over tightening brake can cause damage to other components and improper function of blade belt drive.
  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    Lumpy or frayed belt. 4. Replace belt. 5• Bent Idler pulley• 5. Replace pulley• Mower Will Not Move • Damaged transmission• 1• Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer• Loss Of Traction 2• Traction drive belt requires replacement• 2. Replace traction drive belt. 3• (Self-Propelled Models) Driven disc slipping.
  • Page 20: Service Schedule

    SERVICE SCHEDULE ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED REF. EACH EACH SEASON Check Oil Level Engine Manual Engine Oil Initial Oil Change Page 10 Periodic Oil Change Page 10 Oil Filter Replace with Oil Change Engine Manual Air Pre-Cleaner Clean Sponge Element Engine Manual Air Cleaner Clean or Replace Engine Manual.
  • Page 21: 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 22 MAINTENANCE ® illustration how dirt can & how maintenance can protect it! Snapper uses the best avail- able engines and components In their products in order to provide long, satisfactory service. However, proper care is essential In prolonging engine life. Dirt...
  • Page 23: Primary Maintenance

    Because of its working environ- ment, the air available to your Snapper engine Is " heavily saturated with air- borne dirt particles. As the dirt particles are stopped, Damage caused by a poorly serviced air...
  • Page 24 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE Air Is also needed to keep your engine cool. Dirt, dust & debris build up to restrict and clog cooling air Intake screens and fins. Clean screens and fins at frequent Intervals. The engine blower housing and shrouds should be removed at least once each season or more often under dry, dusty conditions...
  • Page 25 2-cycle engine fuel, be sure the containers are clearly marked to avoid mix-up. Snapper 2-cycle engines require a 32 to 1 mixture of gasoline and BIA certified TC-W oil such as Snapper's 2-cycle engine oil Many of the 2-cycle engine oils on the...
  • Page 26 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 27 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 28 Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for 26" STEEL DECK WALK MOWERS SERIES 0 IMPORTANT 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.
  • Page 29 P - Self-Propelled Machine 60 - 6 HP Engine S - Swivel Front Wheels Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your machine, read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" on Pages 2 & 3. Remember that all power...
  • Page 30 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). PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN...
  • Page 31 SNAPPER dealer at least once a year and have discharge at people, passing cars, windows or the dealer install any new safety devices. doors. 12. Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts 13.
  • Page 32: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................ TABLE OF CONTENTS ..................... SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION ..................SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ..............Pre-start Checklist ......................Starting & Stopping Engine & Blades ..............Starting & Stopping Wheel Drive ................. Handle Height Adjustment .................... Cutting Height Adjustment ...................
  • Page 33: Section 1 - Familiarization

    LOCK DEFLECTOR MOWER DECK FRONT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT I'I_UI_I= 1.1 INTRODUCTION 1.2 NOMENCLATURE This manual has been prepared for the operators of the The nomenclature drawing above, Figure 1.1, shows the SNAPPER WALK BEHIND MOWERS. Its purpose, essential parts SNAPPER WALK...
  • Page 34: Section 2 - Operating Instructions

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST WARNING Familiarize yourself with all controls, instructions DO NOT leave machine with engine running. warnings on this machine before attempting to operate it. DO NOT place your hands or feet near the blade Know how to stop the wheel drive, stop the blade and stop while the engine is running! the engine before starting the engine.
  • Page 35 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STARTING & OPERATION WHEEL GROUND SPEED 2.2.1. TO START ENGINE DRIVE CONTROL (Continued From Previous Page) 3. Stabilize the machine by placing your left foot on the left rear wheel. Machine should be on flat surface where footing is secure.
  • Page 36: Handle Height Adjustment

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HEIGHT REAR WARNING ADJUSTING LATCH DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance MOVE service with the engine or blade running. STOP OUTWARD MOVE DOWN OR blade. STOP engine. Remove spark plug wire from UP TO DESIRED spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug.
  • Page 37: Swivel Wheel Lock And Unlock

    Cutting on slopes is dangerous. Exercise extreme Contact your local Snapper dealer for details. caution. Loss of footing can result in serious injury. Cut across slopes - never up and down. Practice on NOTE: For best recycling results, cut up to a maximum slopes with blade off.
  • Page 38: Section 3 - Maintenance Instructions

    Service engine air cleaner. Refer to engine owner's SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact a local manual for proper air filter specification. SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. 3.2.3. GREASE FRONT CASTER BUSHINGS For the correct part or information for a particular mower, always mention model and serial number.
  • Page 39: Check Mower Blade

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE SERVICE - EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS WARNING Perform all service described in Section "SERVICE - DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS", and all maintenance required in "Service Schedule". service with the engine or blade running.
  • Page 40: Section 4 - Adjustments And Repair

    Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance 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.
  • Page 41: Wheel Drive Control Adjustment

    6. If drive problems persist after adjusting the spring extension Refer to Section "TROUBLESHOOTING" 4.3.2. Drive Spring Repair/Replacement of this manual or contact your local Snapper Dealer If drive spring is disconnected, reinstall onto thrust for assistance. plate. If spring is broken, replace with new spring.
  • Page 42: Driven Disc Adjustment

    Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING TRANSFER ROD DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance 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.
  • Page 43: Replacing Driven Disc Rubber Ring

    Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 4.3.5. Replacing Bearing In Driven Disc WARNING If the driven disc bearing fails, remove the driven DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance disc assembly and replace bearing as follows: service with the engine or blade running.
  • Page 44: Replacement Of Bearing On Pulley End Of Hex Shaft

    Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WHEEL DRIVE BELT SERVICE 4.4, WARNING On this machine, the engine belt transmits power from DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance the engine to the drive disc. The drive disc powers the service with the engine or blade running.
  • Page 45: Transmission Poly-V Belt Replacement

    Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 3. With engine off, engage blade control. The length WARNING of the spring should increase by 1/4" to 3/8" for DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance proper belt tension. service with the engine or blade running.
  • Page 46: Blade Brake Adjustment

    4. Recheck blade stop time. If still over 3 seconds-- OPERATE MACHINE. Contact authorized Snapper dealer for assistance. 5. Reinstall deck cover. IMPORTANT: DO NOT turn eye bolt nut more than two turns. Over tightening brake can cause damage to other components and improper function of blade belt drive.
  • Page 47: Troubleshooting

    Lumpy or frayed belt. 4. Replace belt. 5• Bent Idler pulley• 5. Replace pulley• Mower Will Not Move • Damaged transmission• 1• Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer• Loss Of Traction 2• Traction drive belt requires replacement• 2. Replace traction drive belt. 3• (Self-Propelled Models) Driven disc slipping.
  • Page 48: Service Schedule

    SERVICE SCHEDULE ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED REF. EACH EACH SEASON Check Oil Level Engine Manual Engine Oil Initial Oil Change Page 10 Periodic Oil Change Page 10 Oil Filter Replace with Oil Change Engine Manual Air Pre-Cleaner Clean Sponge Element Engine Manual Air Cleaner Clean or Replace Engine Manual.
  • Page 49: 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 50 MAINTENANCE ® illustration how dirt can & how maintenance can protect it! Snapper uses the best avail- able engines and components In their products in order to provide long, satisfactory service. However, proper care is essential In prolonging engine life. Dirt...
  • Page 51: Primary Maintenance

    Because of its working environ- ment, the air available to your Snapper engine Is " heavily saturated with air- borne dirt particles. As the dirt particles are stopped, Damage caused by a poorly serviced air...
  • Page 52 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE Air Is also needed to keep your engine cool. Dirt, dust & debris build up to restrict and clog cooling air Intake screens and fins. Clean screens and fins at frequent Intervals. The engine blower housing and shrouds should be removed at least once each season or more often under dry, dusty conditions...
  • Page 53 2-cycle engine fuel, be sure the containers are clearly marked to avoid mix-up. Snapper 2-cycle engines require a 32 to 1 mixture of gasoline and BIA certified TC-W oil such as Snapper's 2-cycle engine oil Many of the 2-cycle engine oils on the...
  • Page 54 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 55 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 56 Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for 26" STEEL DECK WALK MOWERS SERIES 0 IMPORTANT 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.

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