Operation - Briggs & Stratton SNAPPER Operator's Manual

How To Assemble
The Throttle Control - Figure
Note: Some models do not have the optional remote throttle
control.
1. Remove the two small screws (D) from the parts bag. The
fastener is shown below.
2. Align the holes in the throttle control (E) with the mounting
holes in the handle console (B). See Figure 9.
3. Fasten the throttle control to the handle console with the
two pan head screws.
4. Remove the throttle control knob from the parts bag.
5. Use a small hammer (F) and lightly tap the throttle control
knob (G) onto the throttle control arm. See Figure 10.
How To Assemble The Grass Bag - Figure
1. Slide the frame assembly (A) into the open end of the
grass bag (B). See Figure 11.
2. Make sure the handle (C) is on the outside of the grass
bag (Figure 12). Attach the clips (D) to the frame
assembly (E).
How To Mount The Grass Bag - Figure
1. Raise the rear door (F). See Figure 13. Hold the handle
(G) of the grass bag and mount the grass bag hooks (H)
onto the rear door pivot rod (I).
2. Lower the rear door. Make sure the grass bag hooks (H),
are mounted on the rear door pivot rod (I).
How To Prepare The Engine
WARNING: For the type of petrol and oil to use,
see the Operator's Manual for the engine. Always
use a safety petrol container. Do not smoke when
adding petrol to the engine. When inside an enclosure, do
not fill with petrol. Before you add petrol, stop the engine.
Let the engine cool for several minutes.
NOTICE: The engine does not contain OIL or PETROL.
Before you start the engine, make sure you add oil according
to the instructions in the Operator's Manual for the engine. If
you start the engine without oil, it will be damaged beyond
repair and will not be covered under warranty.
For the type of petrol and oil to use. See the Operator's
Manual for the engine. Before you use the unit, read the
information on Safety, Operation, Maintenance, and Storage.
How To Change The Mulcher Plug - Figure
WARNING: Before you remove or install the
mulcher plug, disconnect the spark plug wire and
keep it away from the spark plug.
Some models have an optional mulcher plug (A). See Figure
14. Use the mulcher plug to mulch the grass for a clean, fine
cut. To discharge the grass into the grass bagger, remove the
mulcher plug.
How To Install The Mulcher Plug
1. Raise the rear door (B). See Figure 14.
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2. Slide the mulcher plug (A) into the discharge opening.
How To Remove The Mulcher Plug
1. Raise the rear door (B). See Figure 14.
2. Remove the mulcher plug (A) from the discharge opening.

Operation

Illustrations and pictorials begin on page 2.
Engine Stop Lever - Figure
Release the engine stop lever (A) and the engine and the
blade will automatically stop. To start and run the engine, hold
the engine stop lever (A) in the operating position (B).
Before you start the engine, operate the engine stop lever
several times. Make sure that the engine stop cable moves
freely and that the engine stop lever operates correctly.
How To Stop The Engine - Figure
To stop the engine, release the engine stop lever (A).
Disconnect the wire and keep it away from the spark plug to
keep the engine from starting.
Rear Wheel Drive System - Figure
WARNING: For safe operation, the drive system
must immediately disengage when the drive lever is
released. If the drive system does not disengage
correctly, do not operate the mower until the drive system is
adjusted or repaired by an authorized service centre.
Self-propelled models have a rear wheel drive system.
Operate the drive system as follows.
1. Hold the engine stop lever (A) in the operating position.
Start the engine.
Note: To stop the engine, release the engine stop lever
(A).
2. Hold the drive lever (C) against the handle (B). The drive
system is now engaged and the mower will move forward.
To slow the speed, slightly release the drive lever.
3. To disengage only the drive system, release the drive
lever (C). In the disengaged position (D), the mower will
stop moving forward but the engine will continue to run.
4. To disengage both the drive system and also to stop the
engine, completely release the engine stop lever (A).
How To Start The Engine - Figure
WARNING: The blade will rotate when the engine
runs.
Important: Before you start the engine, operate the engine
stop lever several times. Make sure that the engine stop
cable moves freely and that the engine stop lever operates
correctly.
1. Check the oil. See the Operator's Manual for the engine.
2. Fill the fuel tank with regular unleaded petrol. See "How
To Prepare The Engine".
3. Make sure the spark plug wire is connected to the spark
plug.
4. Engines with primer: For most temperature conditions,
firmly push the primer bulb (E) three times. See Figure 17.
In cooler weather, additional priming may be needed. A
warm engine will usually not require priming. Every time
you push the primer button, wait two seconds.
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