Operating Procedure - Snapper HI-VAC 9 Series Operator's Manual

INTRODUCTION OPERATING PROCEDURE
This manual covers SNAPPER Series 9 walk behind
21" push and self-propelled mowers. Series 9
models can (with the proper attachments) discharge
chopped and shredded mixed clippings (RECYCL¬
ING), bag clippings(GRASS BAG), or vacuum thatch
(THATCHERIZER & GRASS BAG), or vacuum clipp¬
ings and leaves (SNAPPERIZER & GRASS BAG).
Know how to stop the mower in preparation for
possible emergencies BEFORE the first start-up!
For easier starting, move the mower to an area
where the blade can turn freely without being
restricted by tall grass.
The THATCHERIZER is recommended for self-
propelled models. For more complete descriptions,
refer to the POPULAR ACCESSORIES section.
KNOW AND OBSERVE THE IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS WHEN OPERATING THE MOWER!
The engine (and blade) is stopped by releasing the
BLADE CONTROL (7). On self-propelled models,
releasing the WHEEL DRIVE control (19) stops the
forward movement of the mower. Refer to FIG. 1 for
locations of controls.
LOCATION OF CONTROLS/FEATURES 3
OPERATING/SERVICE POINTS
1 ADJUSTING LATCH (HEIGHT)
2 AIR BREATHER (COVER)
3 BAG
4 BAG ADAPTOR
5 BAG CONNECTOR
6 BAG WIRE SUPPORT
7 BLADE CONTROL
8 DECK
9 ENGINE
10 ENGINE CONTROL LEVER
11 FUEL FILLER CAP
12 GROUND SPEED CONTROL
13 KEY/IGNITION SWITCH
14 LOWER HANDLE
15 OIL FILLER (DIPSTICK)
16 ROPE START HANDLE
18 UPPER HANDLE
19 WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL
20 KNOB
21 DECK COVER (RECYCLING)
22 HUB CAP
FIG. 1-A - ELECTRIC START
LOCATION OF
CONTROLS/FEATURES