Important Safety Instructions - Snapper 21351 Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Failure to comply with the following instructions may result in serious injury to the operator or other
persons. The owner of the mower must understand these instructions and, furthermore, must allow only persons
who understand these instructions to operate the mower. Each person operating the mower must be of sound
mind and body and must not be under the influence of any substance which might impair vision, dexterity, or
judgement. If you have any questions pertaining to your mower which your dealer cannot answer to your satisfac-
tion, call or write the Customer Service Department at SNAPPER POWER EQUIPMENT, McDonough
Georgia,30253. (Phone 404-957-9141).
TRAINING OPERATION
1.
Read this Manual carefully and question your dealer 1.
if something is not clear. Should the dealer be
unavailable or unable to answer to your satisfaction,
write or call our Customer Service Department at the 2.
factory. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and
proper use of the equipment.
2. DO NOT allow children in yard when mower is
operated.
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3. DO NOT allow pre-teenager children to operate 4.
mower.
4,
Only responsible teenagers with mature judgement
shall be allowed to operate mower and only under
close supervision.
Keep the area clear of all persons, particularly small
children, and pets.
5,
5,
PREPARATION 6.
1,
Never operate mower without proper guards, plates,
safety switches, or other safety protective devices in
place and properly connected. Inspect to determine
that these safety devices are installed properly, are
in good repair, and operate properly. If the condition
or operation of these devices are questionable, they
must be repaired or replaced before using the mower.
2.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the mower is to
be used and remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones
and other foreign objects. Also note the location of
holes, stumps, and other possible hazards.
3,
4,
Do not operate mower when barefoot or wearing
open sandals. Always wear substantial footwear and
long pants.
Fill gasoline tank before starting engine. Use approv-
ed gasoline container. Do not smoke near open
gasoline container. Do not fill gasoline tank indoors
or when engine is running. Allow engine to cool for at
least ten minutes before refilling. Wipe off any spill-
ed gasoline before starting engine. Do not run engine
indoors.
5,
Make sure that the traction drive clutch control is
disengaged before starting engine.
6,
Never attempt to make a wheel height adjustment
while the engine is running.
7,
8,
Do not change engine governor settings or overspeed
engine.
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep clear of discharge area while engine is running.
Stop engine when crossing gravel drives, walks, or
roads, and under any conditions where thrown ob.
jects might be a hazard.
After striking a foreign object or if mower vibrates ab-
normally, stop the engine, disconnect and secure
spark plug wire. Inspect the mower for any damage
and repair the damage.
Stop engine whenever you leave the operating posi.
tion behind the handle for any reason, including emp.
tying grass bag and making any adjustments,
repairs, or inspections.
Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make cer-
tain blade and all moving parts have stopped.
Disconnect and secure spark plug wire away from
plug to prevent accidental starting.
Stop engine and wait until the blade comes to com.
plete stop before removing grass bag andlor unclogg-
ing adapter.
Mow across steep slopes, never up.and.down. Exer-
cise caution when changing directions on slopes. Do
not mow excessively steep slopes.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1,
Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure
mower, is in safe operating condition.
2,
Never store mower with gasoline in the tank inside of
a building where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark. Allow engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
3, To reduce fire hazard, keep mower free of grass,
leaves or excessive grease.
4,
Check grass bag assembly frequently for wear or
deterioration. Replace with new bag if loose seams
or tears are evident. Replace slider or bag adapter if
broken or cracked.
7,
8,
When mowing over rough ground or in tall grass,
mower must be set in highest cutting position.
Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
5.
Have your mower inspected and serviced each year
by an authorized Snapper dealer. Determine if any
additional devices are available which might upgrade
the safety of your mower.
.
Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be sure of
your footing; keep a firm hold on the handle and walk;
never run.
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Factory specified Snapper replacement parts must
be used to assure adequate protection against in-
jury.
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