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21 – 21” Cutting Width 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 - 4. Remember that all power equip- ment can be dangerous if used improperly.
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).
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE (Continued From Previous Page) 3. DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling. 4. DO NOT refuel the machine indoors. 5. DO NOT store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as on a water heater or other appliances.
10. DO NOT test for spark by grounding spark plug next to spark plug hole; spark plug could ignite gas exit- ing engine. 11. Have machine serviced by an authorized SNAPPER dealer at least once a year and have the dealer install any new safety devices.
WARRANTY ........... .19 The figures and illustrations in this manual are provided for reference only and may differ from your specific model. Contact your Snapper dealer if you have questions.
FIGURE 1.1 1.2 NOMENCLATURE The nomenclature information 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.
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. WARNING DO NOT start or operate this machine without installing the recycling plug or the entire grass...
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.2.2. PROPELLING MOWER 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. IMPORTANT: Forward motion of machine must be stopped before changing position of the ground speed control.
Inspect frequently and replace worn or damaged components immediately. Grass Catcher bags used on SNAPPER products are made of woven fabric, and are subject to deterioration and wear during normal usage. Check condition of bag before each use.
3.2.2. GREASE LEVEL IN TRANSMISSION The transmission requires no lubrication or mainte- nance. If transmission leaks or malfunctions, return machine to an authorized Snapper dealer for repair. 3.2.3. WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL The wheel drive control requires periodic adjustment to maintain proper drive function. The adjustment is performed with the thumbwheel located on the wheel drive control cable and requires no tools.
Section 3 - MAINTENANCE WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Remove key. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and compo- nents are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool.
Section 3 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Remove key. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and compo- nents are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT over-tighten wheel drive control. DO NOT operate if control or drive does not function properly. Contact your local SNAPPER Dealer for assistance. IMPORTANT: If machine creeps forward after wheel drive control is released the cable is too tight and must be readjusted to eliminate all forward movement.
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Remove key. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and compo- nents are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool.
ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED Engine Oil Check Oil Level Initial Oil Change Periodic Oil Change Air Pre-Cleaner Clean Sponge Element Engine Manual Air Cleaner Clean or Replace Spark Plug Replace Engine Cooling Clean Shroud & Fins System Drive Belt Check for Wear and Tension Mower Blade Check for wear,...
READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN OPERATOR’S MANUAL, AND ON THE MOWER, ENGINE AND ATTACHMENTS BEFORE OPERATING. ADVISES OPERATOR OF THE DANGER OF THE ROTATING BLADE. (1) WARNING INSTRUCTIONS. GROUND SPEED DECAL P/N 7075475 (2) GROUND SPEED: SHOWS DIRECTION OF MOVEMENT AND THE ABILITY TO SELECT ONE OF THREE GROUND SPEEDS BY MOVING THE LEVER.
(6) NOISE CONTROL: THIS UNIT IS CERTIFIED TO BE WITHIN THE 98 DBA SOUND POWER LIMIT AT THE SPECIFIED ENGINE RPM. CE COMPLIANCE SPECIFICATIONS Model RPM’s (Governed) ELP216753BDV 2900 DECAL IDENTIFICATION HEIGHT CONTROL DECAL P/N 7028484 (7) EUROPEAN PERFORMANCE: MAXIMUM LEVEL OF VIBRATION MEASURED AT THE OPERATOR’S HAND IS...
For two (2) 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.
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WALK MOWERS SERIES 3 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. Read, Understand, and Follow all warnings and instructions in this manual, the engine manual, and on the machine, engine and attachments.
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