Section 1 - Familiarization - Snapper MR216017B Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION

WHEEL DRIVE
CONTROL
ROPE
START
HANDLE
KNOB
MID-HANDLE
KNOB
LOWER
HANDLE
FUEL
FILLER
CAP
REAR WHEEL
ENGINE AIR
FILTER COVER
RECYCLING
DECK
COVER
PRIMER BULB
(SEE INSET)
1.1 INTRODUCTION
This manual has been prepared for the operators of
the SNAPPER WALK BEHIND MOWERS. Its
purpose, aside from recommending operating and
routine service requirements, is to promote safety
through the use of accepted operating practices.
Read, Understand and Follow the "IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" on Pages 2, 3, & 4 of this
manual and all safety messages on the mower and
attachments before operating the mower.
UPPER
HANDLE
BLADE
CONTROL
BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE
LOCATED AT FRONT OF ENGINE
REAR HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
LEVER
FRONT HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT LEVERS
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. Specific details involving the engine are
found in the separate engine owner's manual. Study
these manuals before operating and keep both handy
for future reference.
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GROUND
SPEED
CONTROL
PRIMER BULB –
LOCATED ON RIGHT SIDE
OIL FILL CAP
& DIPSTICK
MUFFLER
MOWER DECK
FAST
SLOW
TECUMSEH ENGINE
PRIMER BULB –
OF ENGINE
FRONT WHEEL