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Snapper ER195517B Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

Snapper ER195517B Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

European 19” steel deck walk mowers series 17
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MODEL DESIGNATION
CUTTING WIDTH
E – European Model
R – Recycling Model
19 – 19" 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 & 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 © 2003
SNAPPER PRODUCTS INC.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for
MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION
E
R
19" STEEL DECK
WALK MOWERS
19
55
17
17 - Series Designation
55 – 5.5 HP (Engine Horse Power)
B – Briggs & Stratton Engine
EUROPEAN
SERIES 17
MODEL
ER195517B
B
BRIGGS & STRATTON
SERIES DESIGNATION
ENGINE HORSE POWER
MANUAL No. 7-5722 (I.R. 5/6/03)

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  • Page 1 R – Recycling Model 19 – 19” 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 & 3. Remember that all power equipment can be dangerous if used improperly.

  • 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

    10. DO NOT test for spark by grounding spark plug next to spark plug hole; spark plug could ignite gas exiting engine. 11. Have machine serviced by an authorized SNAPPER dealer at least once a year and have the dealer install any new safety devices.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    SERVICE SCHEDULE...14 Maintenance/Replacement Parts...14 DECAL IDENTIFICATION ...15-16 WARRANTY ...17 PRIMARY MANTENANCE ...18-21 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. IMPORTANT...

  • Page 5: Section 1 - Familiarization

    ADJUSTMENT BUSHINGS FIGURE 1.1 1.2 NOMENCLATURE The nomenclature information above, Figure 1.1, shows the essential parts of the SNAPPER WALK BEHIND MOWERS. 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: Handle Height Adjustment

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.3 STOPPING Stop engine and blade by releasing the blade control. See Figure 2.4. BLADE CONTROL FIGURE 2.4 WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug.

  • Page 8: Cutting Height Adjustment

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool.

  • Page 9: Discharge Deflector Installation

    Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool.

  • Page 10: Section 3 - Maintenance

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.1 INTRODUCTION To retain the quality of the mower, use genuine SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact a local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. For the correct part or information for a particular mower, always mention model and serial number.

  • Page 11: Service - Annually

    Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.3 SERVICE - ANNUALLY Perform all maintenance as described in the “Service Schedule” section of this manual. 3.3.1. Engine Service engine according to engine owner’s manual. 3.3.2. Air Filter Refer to engine owner’s manual for service instructions.

  • Page 12: Section 4 - Adjustments & Repair

    Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool.

  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    Service mower blade. Service and tighten loose parts. Replace air lifts. Tighten to proper torque. Adjust cutting height. Contact authorized SNAPPER Dealer. Walk at slower pace. Adjust height of cut with height adjust bushings. Adjust height of cut with height adjust bushings.

  • Page 14: Service Schedule

    ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED Check Oil Level Engine Oil Initial Oil Change Periodic Oil Change Air Cleaner Clean or Replace Replace Spark Plug Mower Blade Check For Wear, Damage & Replacement Clean Debris Mower Deck Accumulation * Change oil every 25 hours when operating under heavy load or high temperatures. **Clean more often under dusty conditions or when air debris is present MAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT PARTS Blade Control Cable...

  • Page 15: Decal Identification

    SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL. OBSERVE AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN OPERATOR’S MANUALS, AND ON THE MOWER, ENGINE AND ATTACHMENTS BEFORE OPERATING. (1) WARNING INSTRUCTIONS. (2) WARNING (DECK): Read and follow Starting and Safety Instructions in Owner’s Manual. Improper use of machine can result in serious injury.
  • Page 16 DECAL IDENTIFICATION SPARK PLUG SYMBOL P/N 29779 (5) SPARK PLUG: Warns of potential electrical shock from plug while engine is running. EUROPEAN NOISE CONTROL DECAL 23356 (6) NOISE CONTROL: This unit is certified to be within the 96 Lwa sound power limit at the specified Engine RPM. EUROPEAN COMMUNITY DECAL...

  • Page 17: Warranty

    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.

  • Page 18: Primary Mantenance

    PRIMARY MAINTENANCE...
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  • Page 23 WALK BEHIND MOWERS SERIES 17 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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