Section 2 - Operating Instructions; Pre-Start Checklist; Starting & Stopping Engine & Blades - Snapper R196019B Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

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. Check blade control to insure it works freely.
See Figure 2.1.
FIGURE 2.1
2.1.3. Check cutting height. Adjust to desired height.
2.1.4. Check engine oil and add oil as needed to
bring level up to the full mark. Refer to Engine Owner's
Manual for oil specifications. See Figure 2.2.
CHECK ENGINE OIL
FIGURE 2.2
BLADE CONTROL
2.2 STARTING & OPERATION
IMPORTANT: Stop the engine (and blade) by releasing
7
2.1.5. Add fuel to tank after pushing the mower
outside where fumes can safely dissipate. Fill tank to
1-1/2" below top of filler neck (to allow for fuel
expansion). Make sure cap is tightened after fueling.
Refer to Engine Owners
specifications.
2.1.6. Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and
engine of any accumulation of spilled fuel, dirt,
grass, oil, etc. Keep engine air intake screen and
cooling fins clear at all times.
2.2.1. ENGINE & BLADE
The engine speed is pre-set for optimum mowing
performance and is not adjustable. An engine primer
is provided to assist when starting a cold engine. The
primer should not be required when restarting a hot
engine.
1. Push primer bulb three times to start a cold
engine. NOTE: Primer should not be required when
restarting a hot engine. See Figure 2.3.
the blade control.
FIGURE 2.3
2. Pull blade control against handle.
3. Pull rope start handle to crank engine.
4. After engine starts, allow a brief warm-up until
engine runs smooth.
Manual for fuel
PUSH PRIMER BULB
THREE TIMES