Snapper SPV22725HW Quick Setup Manual

WARNING Failure to read and follow the operator's manual and all operating
instructions can result in death, bodily injury, and/or property damage.
WARNING Fuel and its vapors are flammable and explosive. Turn off engine and
wait at least 2 minutes before refueling. Let spilled fuel evaporate before
starting engine. Always allow space for fuel expansion.
WARNING Outdoor use ONLY. DO NOT start or run engine indoors or in an
enclosed area, even if windows and doors are open. Running engines
give off carbon monoxide, an odorless, poison gas that can cause nausea,
fainting or death.
WARNING DO NOT put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Turn off engine
and remove the spark plug wire before performing any checks or
service to the machine.
WARNING This cutting machine is capable of throwing objects. Failure to observe
the following safety warnings could result in serious injury to the operator
or bystanders.
• Do not operate the walk-behind mower without proper guards or other
safety devices in place.
• Remove objects that could be thrown by blade.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children
and pets.
SPV22725HW Overview
Engine Stop
Lever
Recoil Rope
Handle
Fuel Fill Cap
Mulching
Cover
Cutting Height Adjust Lever
(At Each Wheel)
Form NO: 7105299 (Rev. - )
Quick Setup Guide
SPV22725HW Self-Propelled Mower
Items Included
Side Discharge
Deflector
Mulching Plug (Installed)
Unpack the Mower
1. Remove everything from carton except for mower.
2. Open carton completely by cutting each corner from
top to bottom.
3. Remove the clear plastic sheet from the top of the
engine.
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Assemble the Handle
1. Remove the knob, lock washer, and bolt from each
side of the handle base.
2. Loosen, but do not remove, the knobs on the
handle.
3. Lift the handle to the operating position, and tighten
the upper knobs.
4. Reinsert the lower handle bolts through the handle
base and handle. (Most users prefer the middle
position).
5. Install the lock washers and knobs. Tighten by hand.
Assemble the Grass Catcher Bag B
On some models, the side mounted discharge deflector is
temporarily attached (for shipping purposes) to the rear
of the mower. Before assembling the grass catcher bag,
remove the side mounted discharge deflector).
1. Slide the frame assembly into the grass bag. Ensure
Wheel
the handle is on the outside of the grass bag.
Drive
2. Attach the clips to the side of the frame assembly.
Control
3. Attach the clips to the top and bottom of the frame
assembly.
NOTICE: Before attaching the grass bag to the mower,
the mulching plug should be removed, and should be
replaced as soon as bagging operations are completed.
Oil Fill and
Dipstick
Set Up the Recoil Rope Handle
1. Hold the engine stop lever against the handle and
pull the recoil rope handle out to the rope guide on
the handle.
2. Hook the recoil rope into the rope guide (it may be a
tight fit).
Operator's Manual
FreshStart™ Fuel
SAE30W
Preserver Cartridge
Oil
Grass Catcher Bag
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B
C
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D
Add Oil and Fuel
NOTICE: Mower is shipped without oil in engine. Failure to add oil will result in engine damage.
NOTICE: Fuel tank hold less than ½ gallon. Do not overfill.
NOTICE: DO NOT mix oil with fuel.
NOTICE: DO NOT use E85 fuel.
1. Move the mower outside to a flat, level surface.
2. Remove the oil fill cap. Add the entire contents of
the supplied oil container into the engine. Replace
the oil fill cap.
3. Remove the fuel fill cap. Following the three-step
instructions on the Fresh Start™ card, snap the fuel
preserver cartridge into the bottom of the fuel fill
cap.
4. Add clean, fresh UNLEADED fuel with a minimum of
87 octane, leaving one inch of space from the top of
the tank for fuel expansion.
5. Replace the fuel fill cap and wipe up any spills.
Read the Operator's Manual for operating, maintenance, and safety instructions.
Refer to the Operator's Manual for instructions on how to start, operate, adjust, or perform
maintenance on the mower.
Quick Switch 3-in-1 Convert from Mulching to Bagging to Side-Discharge
Convert to Mulching E
1. For mulching, leave the mulching cover and
the installed mulching plug in place. Ensure the
mulching plug is installed correctly, with the arrow
pointing up.
F
Convert to Bagging
1. Lift the rear door and remove the installed mulching
plug.
2. While holding the rear door open, attach the grass
catcher to the rear of the mower.
3. Ensure the hooks on either side of the catcher frame
hook onto the rear door rod.
4. Release the rear door (it will lay on top of the grass
catcher).
NOTICE: The mulching plug should be removed only
when bagging is desired, and should be replaced as soon
as bagging operations are completed.
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Convert to Side-Discharge
1. Ensure the mulching plug is installed in the rear of
the mower, and the grass bag is removed.
2. Lift the mulching cover. Install the side discharge
deflector onto the mower deck. Ensure the deck
tabs stick up through the locking slots.
3. Release the mulching cover (it will lay on top of the
side discharge deflector).
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