NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice.
* Actual sustained engine power will likely be lower due to operating limitations and environmental factors. Please refer to 'Engine Power Rating Information' for further
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WALK MOWERS SERIES 20 Model No. Description 7800556 RP216020KWV 7800557 P216020KWV NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. * Actual sustained engine power will likely be lower due to operating limitations and environmental factors. Please refer to ‘Engine Power Rating Information’ for further details.
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Thank You for purchasing this quality-built Snapper product. We’re pleased that you placed your confidence in the Snapper brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Snapper product will provide many years of dependable service.
If you have any questions pertaining to your machine which your dealer cannot answer to your satisfaction, call or write the Customer Service Department at SNAPPER, McDonough, Georgia 30253. Phone: (1-800-935-2967). Protection for Children...
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12. STOP engine and wait until the blade comes to com- 11. Have machine serviced by an authorized SNAPPER plete STOP before removing grass bag and/or clearing dealer at least once a year and have the dealer install any grass.
Features and Controls IMPORTANT The figures and illustrations in this manual are provided for reference only and may differ from your specific model. Contact your Snapper dealer if you have questions. Features and Controls Oil Fill Cap and Dipstick Blade Control...
Operation Pre-Start Check List Starting and Operation Make the following checks and perform the service required Engine and Blade before each start-up. 1. Make sure the fuel valve (A, Figure 3) on the engine is 1. Check the guards, deflectors, grass bag, adapter, and open.
Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark wheel drive control. plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious 2. Stop the engine and blade by releasing the blade burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool. control. www.snapper.com...
Operation (Continued) Recycling Operation WARNING Note: For best recycling results, cut up to a maximum of 1/3 DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service of grass blade length and recycle ONLY when grass is dry. with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. 1.
(C) to the bracket on the bag adapter. • Lay the standoff between the bolt holes in the engine recoil and the bag adapter pulley bracket. (Position the standoff so that the bent end (D) is toward the engine recoil cover.) www.snapper.com...
(B). WARNING IMPORTANT: Install the grass bag as a safeguard. Grass Catcher bags used on SNAPPER products are made of woven fabric, and are subject to deterioration and wear 2. Refer to the Section entitled “Recycling Operation”. during normal usage. Check condition of bag before each use.
Check Grease Level in Transmission 1. Remove the transmission fill plug (A, Figure 16). Roll To retain the quality of the mower, use genuine SNAPPER the machine forward or backward while looking down replacement parts only. Contact a local SNAPPER dealer for into the plug hole.
Maintenance (Continued) Check Transmission Poly-V Belt WARNING 1. Visually check the poly-v belt for cracking, fraying, DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service severed or exposed belt strands. If worn or damaged, with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. replace the belt before operating the mower.
Replace with a new blade. WARNING DO NOT use a cutting blade that shows signs of excessive Figure 21: Removing the mower blade wear or damage. Refer to the Section entitled “MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT” for proper blade inspection and service procedures. www.snapper.com...
Maintenance (Continued) WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool. Blade Sharpening (Continued) 4.
1. Wipe away any oil or grease with a clean cloth. Figure 26: The ground speed control 2. Use either an approved grease solvent or hot, soapy water to clean drive disc or driven disc. 3. Rinse components with clean water. 4. Dry components with a clean cloth. www.snapper.com...
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Maintenance (Continued) WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool. Driven Disc Adjustment (Continued) 2.
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6. Reassemble the components in reverse order. installation of the driven disc assembly. NOTE: Be sure to replace the shim washer (D) when reassembling the driven disc assembly. Figure 30: Removing the driven disc assembly Figure 31: Replacing the driven disc www.snapper.com...
Maintenance (Continued) Belt Service WARNING On self-propelled mowers, the engine belt (A, Figure 33) DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service transmits power from the engine pulley (B) to the drive disc with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. (C).
11. Reinstall the belt cover and tighten the bolts securely. 12. Reinstall the blade hub and cutter blade. Recommended torque for the blade cap screw is 40 ft. lbs. Figure 35: Poly-v belt routing www.snapper.com...
Service Schedule ITEM SERVICE REF. EACH EACH PERFORMED SEASON Engine Oil Check Oil Level Page 7 Initial Oil Change Page 12 Periodic Oil Change Page 13 Air Pre-Cleaner Clean Sponge Element Engine Manual Air Cleaner Clean or Replace Engine Manual Spark Plug Replace Engine Manual...
For two (2) years from purchase date for the original purchaser’s residential, non-commercial use, SNAPPER, through any authorized SNAPPER dealer will replace, free of charge (except for taxes where applicable), any part or parts found upon examination by the factory at McDonough, Georgia, to be defective in material or workmanship or both.
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(temperature, humidity, altitude), and engine-to-engine variability. Due to manufacturing and capacity limitations, Briggs & Stratton may substitute an engine of higher rated power for this Series engine. Snapper Products 535 Macon Street McDonough, GA 30253 1-800-935-2967 www.snapper.com...