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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
SNAPPER MOWER
MODELS
SV181
- V181
-
V181S
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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. Any 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.
TRAINING
OPERATION
1. Read this Manual carefully. Be thoroughly fa-
^ Do no* change engine governor settings or
miliar with the controls and proper use of the
overspeed engine.
mower.
^ Do not Put hands or feet near or under ro¬
tating parts.
Keep clear of discharge area
2. Never allow children
to operate a
power
while engine is running.
mower.
3. Stop
engine
when
crossing
gravel
drives,
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walks, or roads, and under any conditions
3. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
where thrown objecfJ might be * haZQrd
particularly small children, and pets.
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PREPARATION
1. Never operate mower without proper guards,
plates, safety switches, or other safety protec¬
tive 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. Do not operate mower when barefoot or wear¬
ing open sandals.
Always wear substantial
footwear and long pants.
4. Fill gasoline tank before starting engine. Use
approved gasoline container.
Do not smoke
near open gasoline container. Do not fill gas¬
oline tank indoors or when engine is running.
Allow engine to cool for at least ten minutes
before refilling. Wipe off any spilled gasoline
before starting engine. Do not run engine
indoors.
5. Never attempt to make a wheel height adjust¬
ment while the engine is running.
6. When mowing over rough ground or in tall
grass, mower must be set in highest cutting
position.
7. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
8. Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be
sure of your footing; keep a firm hold on the
handle and walk; never run.
OPERATION
1. Do not change engine governor settings or
overspeed engine.
2. Do not put hands or feet near or under ro¬
tating parts.
Keep clear of discharge area
while engine is running.
3. Stop
engine
when
crossing
gravel
drives,
walks, or roads, and under any conditions
where thrown objects might be a hazard.
4. After striking a foreign object or if mower
vibrates abnormally, stop the engine, discon¬
nect and secure spark plug wire. Inspect the
mower for any damage and repair the dam¬
age.
5. Stop engine whenever you leave the operating
position behind the handle for any reason, in¬
cluding emptying grass bag and making any
adjustments, repairs, or inspections.
6. Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make
certain blade and all moving parts have stop¬
ped.
Disconnect and secure spark plug wire
away from plug to prevent accidental starting.
7. Stop engine and wait until the blade comes to
complete
stop
before
removing
grass
bag
and/or unclogging chute.
8. Mow across steep slopes, never up-and-down.
Exercise 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 chute if broken or cracked.
5. Have your mower inspected and serviced each
year by an authorized Snapper dealer. Deter¬
mine if any additional devices are available
which
might
upgrade
the
safety
of
your
mower.
6. Factory specified Snapper replacement parts
must be used to assure adequate protection
against injury.
NUNTEDt 1-74
MANUAL #06071
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