Manual Contents:
Operator Safety..................................................................... 2
Features and Controls..........................................................8
Operation............................................................................... 8
Maintenance.........................................................................14
Troubleshooting.................................................................. 27
Warranties............................................................................28
Slope Guide......................................................................... 33
Specifications...................................................................... 34
The images in this document are representative, and
are meant to complement the instructional copy they
accompany. Your unit may vary from the images
displayed. LEFT and RIGHT are as seen from the operator's
position.
Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Snapper
Walkbehind Mower. We're pleased that you've placed your
confidence in the Snapper
maintained according to the manuals, your Snapper
will provide many years of dependable service.
The manuals contain safety information to make you aware
of the hazards and risks associated with the unit and how
to avoid them. This Walkbehind Mower was designed to be
used as described in operator's manual and is not intended
for any other purpose. It is important that you read and
understand the instructions thoroughly before attempting
to start or operate this equipment. Save these original
instructions for future reference.
This product requires final assembly before use. Refer to the
setup guide for instructions on final assembly procedures.
Follow the instructions completely.
Operator Safety
Safety Definitions
For your safety, the safety of others, and to protect the
performance of equipment, follow the precautions listed
throughout the manual before operation, during operation,
and during maintenance procedures.
indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
DANGER
indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
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brand. When operated and
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indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
indicates a situation which can cause damage to the
equipment, personal property and/or the environment, or
cause the equipment to operate improperly.
Safety Symbol Definitions
The following safety symbols may be found on the unit.
Read the operator's manual before attempting to operate the
mower.
Mow across slopes, not up or down.
product
To avoid injury to others, do not mow when others, especially
children, are around.
To reduce the potential for fire, wait at least 2 minutes before
refueling.
To avoid serious injury or death, keep hands and feet away from
the mower deck at all times during operation.
To avoid injury from thrown objects, do not operate the mower
unless all mulching, discharge, or bagging components are in
their proper place.
California Spark Arrester Warning
WARNING
It is a violation of California Public Resource Code, Section
4442, to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered,
brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the exhaust
system is equipped with a spark arrester, as defined
in Section 4442, maintained in effective working order.
Other states or federal jurisdictions may have similar laws.
Contact the original equipment manufacturer, retailer, or
dealer to obtain a spark arrester designed for the exhaust
system installed on this engine.
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