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Safety Instructions
& Operator's
Manual for
19" STEEL DECK
WALK MOWERS
SERIES 15
I MODELS
I
R194515B
MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION
MODEL DESIGNATION
CUTTING WIDTH
;,i4°1 ,f o
L
BRIGGS & STRATTON
SERIES DESIGNATION
ENGINE HORSE POWER
R - Recycling Model
19 - 19" Cutting Width
15 - Series Designation
45 - 4.5 HP (Engine Horse Power)
B - Briggs & Stratton Engine
Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your Walk Behind, read this manual carefully and pay
particular attention to the "IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS"
on Pages 2 & 3. Remember that all power
equipment can be dangerous if used improperly. Also keep in mind that SAFETY requires careful use in accordance
with the operating instructions and common sense.
SNAPPER
McDonough,
GA. 30253
U.S.A.
COPYRIGHT
G 2000
SNAPPER
INC.
ALL R_GHTS RESERVED
MANUAL
No. 7-3686 (i.R. 4/28/00)
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- Page 1 45 - 4.5 HP (Engine Horse Power) 15 - Series Designation B - Briggs & Stratton Engine Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your Walk Behind, read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS"...
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
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). PREPARATION PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN... - Page 3 SNAPPER dealer at least once a year and have discharge at people, passing cars, windows or the dealer install any new safety devices. doors. 12. Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts 13. Slow down before turning.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..........TABLE OF CONTENTS ................SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION .............. INSTRUCTIONS SECTION - OPERATING ......... Pre-start Checklist ...................... Starting & Stopping Engine & Blades ..............Handle Height Adjustment ..................Cutting Height Adjustment ..................Recycling Operation .................... -
Page 5: Familiarization
The nomenclature information above, Figure 1.1, SNAPPER WALK BEHIND MOWERS. shows the essential parts of the SNAPPER WALK BEHIND MOWERS. It is recommended that all purpose, aside from recommending operating routine service requirements, is to promote safety operators of the mower become thoroughly familiar... -
Page 6: Section 2 - Operating Instructions
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PRE-START CHECK LIST 2,1.5. Add fuel to tank after pushing the mower Make the following checks and perform the service outside where fumes can safely dissipate. Make sure required before each start-up. cap is tightened after refueling. -
Page 7: Handle Height Adjustment
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STOPPING HANDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Stop engine and blade by releasing the blade The height of the mower handle can be adjusted as follows: control. See Figure 2.4. 1. Loosen the two nuts on the inside of each of the RELEASE BLADE lower handles as shown in Figure 2.5. -
Page 8: Cutting Height Adjustment
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Set all wheels in the highest cutting position WARNING (Notch 4). DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments 2. Proceed mowing slowly. If grass is very dense, lower each rear wheel latch one notch lower than service with engine and blade running. -
Page 9: Discharge Deflector Installation
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3, Place discharge deflector over two bolts at top WARNING of discharge opening and secure to deck using the DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments two knobs removed in Step 1. Tighten knobs service with engine blade running,... -
Page 10: Section 3- Maintenance Instructions
SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact a local turn it with your fingers. SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. 5. Lower the mower down and place the piece of wood under left rear wheel. Reach under mower For the correct part or information for a particular mower, always mention model and serial number. -
Page 11: Service-Annually
Section 3 - MAINTENANCE SERVICE-ANNUALLY Perform all maintenance as described in the "Service Schedule" section of this manual. 3.3.1. Engine Service engine according engine owner's manual. 3.3.2. Air Filter Refer engine owner's manual service instructions. 3.3,3, Engine Oil Refer engine owner's manual service... -
Page 12: Section 4- Adjustments And Repair
Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING BLADE DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and components HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool. -
Page 13: Troubleshooting
Replace air lifts. Tighten to proper torque. Cutting Grass 1. Cutting height too low or high. Adjust cutting height. Contact authorized SNAPPER Dealer. Improperly 2. Engine speed too slow. 3. Forward ground speed too fast. Walk at slower pace. 4. Terraced cut, side to side. -
Page 14: Service Schedule
SERVICE SCHEDULE ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED REF. EACH EACH SEASON Check Oil Level Page 6 Engine Oil Initial Oil Change Page 10 Periodic Oil Change Page 11 Air Cleaner Clean or Replace Engine Manual. Replace Engine Manual. Spark Plug Mower Blade Check For Wear, Damage Page 10 &... -
Page 15: Warranty
For three (3) 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. - Page 16 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE illustration how dirt can dama & how naintenance can protect it! Snapper uses the best avail- able engines and components In their products In order to provide long, satisfactory service. However, proper • = care Is essential In ""...
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Page 17: Primary Mantenance
Because of Ite working environ- ment, the air available to your Snapper englne Is " heavily saturated wlth air- borne dlrt particles. As the dirt particles are stopped, Damage caused by a poorly serviced air... - Page 18 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE Air Is also needed to keep your engine coot. Dirt, dust & debris build up to restrict and clog cooling air Intake screens and fins. Clean screens and fins at frequent Intervals. The engine blower housing and shrouds should be removed at least once each season or more often under dry, dusty conditions...
- Page 19 2-cycle engine fuel, be sure the containers are clearly marked to avoid mix-up. Snapper 2-cycle englnas require a 32 to 1 mixture of gasoitne and BIA cerUfled TC-W oU such as Snapper's 2-cyele engine oil Many of the 2-cycla engine oils on the...
- Page 20 SERVICE NOTES...
- Page 21 If you have any questions about your Snapper product, contact your local authorized Snapper dealer or contact Snapper Customer Service at Snapper, McDonough, GA. 30253. Phone: (1-800-935-2967). _l_ WARNING BATTERY POSTS, TERMINALS AND RELATED ACCESSORIES CONTAIN LEAD AND LEAD COMPOUNDS, CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER AND BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM.