After Each Use; Remove The Top Cover; Lubricate Before Storage - Snapper 521E Operator's Manual

AFTER EACH USE

• Check for any loose or damaged parts.
• Tighten any loose fasteners.
• Check and maintain the auger.
• Check controls to make sure they are
functioning properly.
• If any parts are worn or damaged, replace
immediately.
• Check all safety and instruction decals
and labels. Replace any decals or labels
that are missing or cannot be clearly read.
HOW TO REMOVE THE TOP COVER
1. (Figure 5) Remove the discharge chute (1).
2. Remove the fuel cap.
3. Remove the two nuts and bolts (2) from the
front of the top cover (3).
4. Remove the two bolts (4) from the left and right
of the top cover (3).
5. Remove the eight screws (5) on the left and
right side of the top cover.
6. Remove the three screws (6) from the top
portion of the control panel.
MAINTENANCE
7. Carefully pull the rear of the top cover (4) up and
over the gas tank.
8. To install the top cover (4), reverse the above
steps.
LUBRICATION BEFORE STORAGE
(Figure 5) Lubricate the chute control ange (7). Apply
a clinging type of grease such as Lubriplate.
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3
2
4
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Figure 5