Snapper Lawn Mower Set-Up Instructions & Pre-Operation Checklist Manual
Snapper Lawn Mower Set-Up Instructions & Pre-Operation Checklist Manual

Snapper Lawn Mower Set-Up Instructions & Pre-Operation Checklist Manual

21" steel deck commercial recycling walk mowers

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SET-UP INSTRUCTION & PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST
SNAPPER 21" STEEL DECK COMMERCIAL RECYCLING WALK MOWERS
INTRODUCTION: The SNAPPER Walk Behind Mowers are shipped almost fully assembled and require minimal
set-up. Complete each of the following steps carefully. Review and complete each item as instructed on the
Pre-Operation checklist. The Snapper Product Registration card must be filled out and sent to Customer
Service department at Snapper when completed.
WARNING – DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START OR
OPERATE THIS UNIT UNTIL ALL ASSEMBLY
STEPS HAVE BEEN COMPLETED.
INJURY OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE MAY RESULT.
HANDLE ASSEMBLY
STEP 1: Remove mower from shipping carton. These
mowers are manufactured with (4) 5/16-18 x 2" hex cap
screws, and (4) 5/16 bolt retainers that secure the
upper, middle handles and lower handle brackets
together for packaging purposes. This hardware will
have to be removed and discarded. See Figure 1.
UPPER
HANDLE
MIDDLE
HANDLE
5/16 BOLT
RETAINER
MIDDLE
HANDLE
5/16 BOLT
RETAINER
LOWER
HANDLES
REMOVE EXISTING HARDWARE
FIGURE 1
STEP 2: New hardware can be found in hardware bag.
Attach middle handle to lower handle brackets using
5/16-18 x 2" curved head bolts, installed from the inside
of handles as shown, and secure with 5/16 internal
tooth lock washers and hex nuts. Do Not tighten at this
time. See Figure 2.
STEP 3: Attach the upper handle assembly to the middle
handle using 5/16-18 x 1-1/2" curved head bolts,
installed from the inside of handles as shown, and
secure with 5/16 internal tooth lock washers and hex
nuts. Do Not tighten at this time. See Figure 3.
SERIOUS
5/16 BOLT
RETAINER
5/16 X 1-1/2" MACHINE
SCREWS
5/16 X 2" HEX
HEAD CAP
SCREWS
MIDDLE
HANDLE
5/16 HEX
NUTS
5/16 LOCK
WASHERS
UPPER
HANDLE
MIDDLE
HANDLE
HEX NUT
LOWER HANDLE
BRACKET
INSTRUCTION No. 7100374 (I.R. 1/11/2006)
1
LOWER
5/16 X 2"
HANDLE
CURVED
(Left Side)
HEAD BOLT
FIGURE 2
INTERNAL
TOOTH LOCK
WASHER
5/16 X 1-1/2"
CURVED
HEAD BOLTS
FIGURE 3
LOOSEN
THREE NUTS
FIGURE 4
TP 300-5113-IR-CW-N

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  • Page 1 INTRODUCTION: The SNAPPER Walk Behind Mowers are shipped almost fully assembled and require minimal set-up. Complete each of the following steps carefully. Review and complete each item as instructed on the Pre-Operation checklist. The Snapper Product Registration card must be filled out and sent to Customer Service department at Snapper when completed.
  • Page 2 STEP 4: To adjust handle height loosen bolts on both lower handle brackets. See Figure 4. Move handles up or down for desired height. See Figure 5. Tighten all bolts and nuts on all handles and brackets. MOVE UPPER HANDLE UP OR DOWN FOR PROPER HEIGHT...
  • Page 3: Drive Assembly

    DRIVE ASSEMBLY STEP 1: 1. Remove driven disc spring from driven disc assembly as shown. See Figure 9. DRIVEN DISC ASSEMBLY DRIVEN DISC SPRING TRANSFER FIGURE 9 2. Manually adjust driven disc to position shown in Figure 10. SLIDE DRIVEN DISC ASSEMBLY TOWARD OUTSIDE EDGE TRANSFER...
  • Page 4 STEP 2: IMPORTANT: Clutch cable adjustments are made to the machine at the factory. The following adjustments are provided for reference only. Complete all items on the Pre-Operation Checklist as instructed. Check the clearance between the clutch cable and clutch spring. NOTE: Clearance between spring and cable is very important.
  • Page 5: Grass Bag

    DISCHARGE ASSEMBLY NOTE: Discharge assemblies vary by model. Some assembly steps shown may not apply to your model. Your mower comes with a recycling cover already installed, and is ready for use as a recycling mower. The recycling cover is designed to remain on the machine at all times, unless alternate discharge operations are desired, such as side discharging or bagging.
  • Page 6 3: Install the top wire to the grass bag. Tie the slider to the top wire. Fold bag opening into a "Z" and install slider. See Figure 17. SLIDER FIGURE 17 4: Install grass bag on the mower as shown in Figure HOOK BAG HANDLE OVER MIDDLE HANDLE SLIDE CONNECTOR...
  • Page 7 NOTES...
  • Page 8: Operational Test

    Snapper has completed initial adjustments and performed operational tests prior to shipping the machine. Due to the possible effects of shipping, handling and storage, Snapper intends for all of the following items to be verified and necessary final adjustments made at time of setup. It remains good practice and is strongly recommended that all the items also be checked prior to placing the machine into service.

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