Briggs & Stratton SNAPPER Operator's Manual page 11

Illustrations and pictorials begin on page 2=
Unpacking i nstructions-Figure _ _ _ _
The mower was fully assembled at the factory. When the mower was put in the carton, the
handle was put in the storage position. To put the handle in the operating position, follow the
steps below.
1. Remove the mower from the carton.
2. Raise the lower handle (A) to the operating position (Figure 2).
3. The handle bracket (B) has two mounting holes (Figure 3). Use hole (C) to mount the
handle in the high position. Use hole (D) to mount the handle in the low position.
4. Mount the handle in either hole (C) or hole (D) with the fasteners as shown. Tighten
knobs (E) until the lower handle is secure.
5. Loosen the knobs (F) and fasteners securing the upper handle (G) to the lower handle
(A). See Figure 4. Put the upper handle (G) in the operating position. Tighten the knobs
(F) until the upper handle and lower handle are locked in place.
6. To mount the recoil starter rope, you must first engage the engine stop lever (H). See
Figure 5. Slowly pull the recoil starter handle (I) and install the recoil starter rope into the
rope guide (J).
7. On all models, secure the cable to the handle with the wire tie (K). See Figure 6.
NOTICE: Be careful when you fold or raise the handle. Do not damage the cables. A cable
that is bent will not work correctly. Before you use the unit, replace a bent or damaged
cable.
HowToAssemNe TheHandle Console (optional)- Figure _
1. Remove the four panel fasteners (A) from the parts bag. See Figure 7.
2. Align the handle console (B) to the four mounting holes in the upper handle (C).
3. Attach the handle console (B) to the upper handle (C) with the four panel fasteners (A).
See Figure 8.
HowToAssembleTheThrottJe C ontrol(optional) - Figure _
1. Remove the two small screws (D) from the parts bag. See Figure 9.
2. Align the holes in the throttle control (E) with the mounting holes in the handle
console (B).
3. Fasten the throttle control to the handle console with the two pan head screws.
4. Remove the throttle control knob from the parts bag.
5. Use a small hammer (F) and lightly tap the throttle control knob (G) onto the throttle
control arm. See Figure 10.
HowToAssembleTheGrassBag- Figure _ v__
1. Slide the frame assembly (A) intothe open end of the grass bag (B). See Figure 11.
2. Make sure the handle (C) is on the outside of the grass bag (Figure 12). Attach the clips
(D) to the frame assembly (E).
HowToMount TheGrass Bag- Figure ",&_'
1. Raise the rear door (F). See Figure 13. Hold the handle (G) of the grass bag and mount
the grass bag hooks (H) onto the rear door pivot rod (I).
2. Lower the rear door. Make sure the grass bag hooks (H) are mounted on the rear door
pivot rod (I).
HowToChange The IVlulcher Plug- Figure, n,_
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_ ARNING: Before you remove or install the mulcher plug, disconnect the spark
plug wire and keepit away from the spark plug.
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Some models have an optional mulcher plug (A). See Figure 14. Use the mulcher plug to mulch
the grass for a clean, fine cut. To discharge the grass into the grass bagger, remove the mulcher
plug.
HowToInstall TheMulcherPlug
1. Raise the rear door (B). See Figure 14.
2. Slide the mulcher plug (A) into the discharge opening.
HowToRemove TheMulcherPlug
1. Raise the rear door (B). See Figure 14.
2. Remove the mulcher plug (A) from the discharge opening.
HowToAssemble TheSide Discharge C hute- Figure v_ V9
,_bL WARNING: Before you remove or install the side discharge chute, disconnect
the spark plug wire and keep it away from the spark plug.
1. Raise the mulch cover (A). See Figure 15.
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2. Slide the two tabs (B) on the side discharge chute (C) under the pivot rod (D).
3. Lower the mulch cover (A). See Figure 16.
HowToPrepare TheEngine-Figure _ _ @ _
NOTICE: The engine does not contain oil. Before you start the engine, make sure you add oil ac-
cording to the instructions in this manual. If you start the engine without oil, it will be damaged
beyond repair and will not be covered under warranty.
Oil Recommendations
We recommend the use of Briggs & Stratton Warranty Certified oils for best performance. Other
high-quality detergent oils are acceptable if classified for service BE SG, SH, SJ or higher. Do
not use special additives.
Outdoor temperatures determine the proper oil viscosity for the engine. Use the chart to select
the best viscosity for the outdoor temperature range expected.
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Below 40°F (4°0) the use of SAE 30 will result in hard starting.
** Above 80°F (27%) the use of lOW-30 may cause increased oil consumption. Check oil level
more frequently.
HowToCheck/Add Oil
Beforeadding or checkingthe oiJ
o Place engine level.
o Clean the oil fill area of any debris.
1. Remove the dipstick (A) and wipe with a clean cloth (Figure 17, 18).
2. Insert and tighten the dipstick.
3. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. It should be at the top of the full indicator
(B) on the dipstick.
4. If low, add oil slowly into the engine oil fill (C). Do not overfill. After adding oil, wait one
minute and then recheck the oil level.
5. Replace and tighten the dipstick.
Fuel Recommendations
FueJmust meet these requirements:
o Clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.
o A minimum of 87 octane/87 AKI (91 RON). High altitude use, see below.
o Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or up to 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl
ether) is acceptable.
CAUTION: Do not use unapproved gasolines, such as E85. Do not mix oil in gasoline or modify
the engine to run on alternate fuels. This will damage the engine components and void the
engine warranty.
To protect the fuel system from gum formation, mix a fuel stabilizer into the fuel. SeeStorage.
All fuel is not the same. If starting or performance problems occur, change fuel providers or
change brands. This engine is certified to operate on gasoline. The emissions control system
for this engine is EM (Engine Modifications).
High AJtitude
At altitudes over 5,000 feet (1524 meters), a minimum 85 octane/85 AKI (89 RON) gasoline
is acceptable. To remain emissions compliant, high altitude adjustment is required. Operation
without this adjustment will cause decreased performance, increased fuel consumption, and
increased emissions. Seea Briggs & Stratton Authorized Dealer for high altitude adjustment
information.
Operation of the engine at altitudes below 2,500 feet (762 meters) with the high altitude kit is
not recommended.
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