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MODEL DESIGNATION
SELF-PROPELLED
CUTTING WIDTH
ENGINE HORSE POWER
R – Recycling Model
P – Self Propelled Model
E – European Model
60 – 6.0 HP (Engine Horse Power)
65 – 6.5 HP (Engine Horse Power)
Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your Walk Behind, 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 sense.
COPYRIGHT © 1999
SNAPPER INC.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for
MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION
R
P
F – Flange Type Deck
N – California Model
21 – 21" Cutting Width
21" STEEL DECK
WALK MOWERS
SERIES 12 & 16
21
50
12
PROPELLED MODELS
P216012TV
FRP216012TV
EFRP216012TV
EFRP216512TV
EFRP216516TV
T
V
SERIES DESIGNATION
12 – Series Designation
T – Tecumseh Engine
V – Over Head Valve Engine
MANUAL No. 3-5842 (REV. 2, 8/10/99)
MODELS
ENGINE OPTIONS
ENGINE TYPE
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- Page 1 65 – 6.5 HP (Engine Horse Power) Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your Walk Behind, 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.
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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). -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions.............................................2
10. Have machine serviced by an authorized SNAPPER dealer at least once a year and have the dealer install any new safety devices. 11. Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts assure maintained. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...2 & 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ... 4 SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION... 5 SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS... 6-8 Pre-start Checklist ... 6 Starting & Stopping Engine & Blades... 6-7 Starting & Stopping Wheel Drive ... 7 Adjusting Handle Height ... -
Page 5: Section 1 - Familiarization
FIGURE 1.1 1.2 NOMENCLATURE The nomenclature drawing above, Figure 1.1, shows the essential parts of the SNAPPER WALK BEHIND MOWERS. It is recommended that all operators of the mower become thoroughly familiar with the controls, parts and operation of the mower before operating. -
Page 6: Section 2 - Operating Instructions
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up. 2.1.1. Check guards, deflectors, grass bag, adapter and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tightened. 2.1.2. -
Page 7: Starting & Stopping Wheel Drive
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.2.2. PROPELLING MOWER (Self Propelled Models Only) 1. Move ground speed control to the desired speed position. See Figure 2.4. 2. Move wheel drive control against handle to engage wheel drive and propel mower forward. Forward speed can be adjusted while the mower is moving by changing position of the ground speed control. -
Page 8: Section 2 - Operating Instructions
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Before attempting any adjustments to the cutting height or front baffle, STOP the engine, remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug and secure wire away from plug. DO NOT make any adjustments with engine or blade running. -
Page 9: Section 3 - Maintenance
2. If liquid grease IS NOT visible on the input gear (the small gear below the plug hole), add an amount, to cover gear, of Snapper “00” grease. See Figure 3.2. FILL PLUG proper NOTE: Snapper “00”... -
Page 10: Checking Mower Blade
Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.2.2. CHECK GREASE LEVEL IN TRANSMISSION (Continued from previous page) NOTE: Do not spill grease or oil on surface of drive disc. See Figure 3.3. 3. Reinstall transmission plug. 4. Thereafter, check grease level after each 25 hours of operation. -
Page 11: Section 4 - Repair & Adjustments
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, STOP the engine, remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug and secure wire away from plug. Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades. Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury. -
Page 12: Wheel Drive Control Adjustment
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, STOP the engine, remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug and secure wire away from plug. NOTE: The following sections 4.2 through 4.4 are for self-propelled models only. 4.2 WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT 1. -
Page 13: Cleaning Drive Disc And Driven Disc
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, STOP the engine, remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug and secure wire away from plug. 4.3.1. Cleaning Drive Disc & Driven Disc. If oil or grease on the drive disc or driven disc is causing slippage, clean discs as follows: 1. -
Page 14: Driven Disc Replacement
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, STOP the engine, remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug and secure wire away from plug. 3. Slide driven disc assembly over to 1/8” from outside edge of drive disc. -
Page 15: Driven Disc Bearing Replacement
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, STOP the engine, remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug and secure wire away from plug. 4.3.5. Replacing Bearing In Driven Disc If the driven disc bearing fails, remove the driven disc assembly and replace bearing as follows: 1. -
Page 16: Engine Drive Belt Replacement
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, STOP the engine, remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug and secure wire away from plug. 4.4.1. Engine Drive Belt Replacement 3. Remove the driven disc. “Replacing Driven Disc Rubber Ring”... -
Page 17: Troubleshooting
2. Service and tighten loose parts. 3. Replace air lifts. Tighten to proper torque. 4. Replace belt. 5. Replace pulley. 1. Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer. 2. Replace traction drive belt. 3. Clean or replace driven disc. 1. Adjust cutting height. -
Page 18: Service Schedule
ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED Engine Oil Check Oil Level Initial Oil Change Periodic Oil Change Check Grease Level Transmission Grease Periodic Grease Check Clean Sponge Element Air Pre-Cleaner Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Replace Spark Plug Engine Cooling Clean Shroud & Fins System Clean Debris Mower Deck... -
Page 19: 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 20: Primary Maintenance
An illustration of how dirt can damage your engine & reasonable maintenance can protect it! The engine on your Snapper product spends its entire life operating close to the ground at high speed creating a virtual storm of dust and dirt! - Page 21 Because working environment, the air available your Snapper engine heavily saturated with airborne dirt particles. As the dirt particles are stopped, they build up and begin to clog the outside of the air filter.
- Page 22 Generally, wash foam-type filters in a dishwashing detergent and water solution. Rinse and wring dry, then saturate with oil and squeeze out excess. Failure to re-oil this type filter will ruin the engine. Clean paper elements by tapping lightly. Blowing with air will rupture paper elements.
- Page 23 Sharpened. maintenance cost. The pre-start checklist in the next column and instructions in your Snapper Operator’s Manual are designated to help you keep your Snapper in top operating condition with minimum effort! Read and follow all safety instructions in safety booklets and manuals.
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Page 24: Service Notes
SERVICE NOTES ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________... - Page 25 SERIES 12 The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State WARNING: of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. COPYRIGHT © 1999 SNAPPER INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED MANUAL No. 3-5842 (REV. 2, 8/10/99)
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