Snapper P2187519BVE Operator's Manual page 3

Tableof Contents
Operator Safety ................................................ 2
Important Operator Safety Instructions .................................. 2
Featuresand Controls ........................................... 4
Operation .................................................... 5
Pre-Start Checklist .................................................. 5
Starting & Stopping Engine & Blades .................................... 5
Propelling Mower ................................................... 6
Handle Height Adjustment ............................................ 6
Cutting Height Adjustment ............................................ 7
Recycling Operation ................................................. 7
Removing the Recycling Cover ......................................... 7
Installing the Discharge Deflector ....................................... 8
Installing the Grass Bag Adapter ........................................ 8
Installing the Recycling Plug ........................................... 9
Installing the Grass Bag .............................................. 9
Maintenance ................................................. 10
ChangeEngine Oil .................................................. 10
CheckTransmission Grease .......................................... 10
Check Mower Blade ................................................ 11
Check Engine Drive Belt ............................................. 11
CheckTransmission Belt ............................................. 11
Service - Periodic .................................................. 11
Engine ........................................................... 11
Air Filter ......................................................... 11
Engine Oil ........................................................ 11
Storage Procedure ................................................. 11
Mower Blade Replacement ........................................... 12
Blade Sharpening .................................................. 12
Wheel Drive Control Adjustment ....................................... 13
Driven and Drive Disc Service ......................................... 14
Belt Service ....................................................... 17
Engine Drive Belt Replacement ........................................ 17
Transmission Belt Replacement ....................................... 18
Battery Service .................................................... 19
Service Schedule ................................................... 20
Troubleshooting............................................... 21
Warranty .................................................... 22
WARNING
Battery posts, terminals and related accessoriescontain
lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
WARNING
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain
vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer or other reproductive
harm.
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