Mulching Tips; Preparing The Engine; Final Preparation - Snapper 7800709 Manual Para El Operador

Mulching Tips

Mulching finely cuts the grass so that the grass can be
easily recycled. Because the nutrients are returned to
the soil, the lawn will need less fertilizer. To correctly
mulch the lawn, follow the tips below.
• The grass must be dry. If the grass is wet, it will
be difficult to cut and cause heavy clumps of
grass.
• The grass must not be too tall. The maximum
height to effectively cut is 4 1/2 inches. Set the
height adjusters so that only the top third of the
grass is cut.
• If the grass is more than 4 1/2 inches high, two
mowings will be necessary. For the first mowing,
set the height adjusters in the highest position.
Then, lower the height adjusters for the second
mowing.

Preparing the Engine

ENGINE DOES NOT CONTAIN OIL OR GASOLINE
Using the bottle of oil supplied in the carton, fill the
engine with the proper amount of oil. See the engine
manufacturer's instructions for the type of gasoline and
oil to use. Before you use the unit, read the information
on safety, operation, maintenance, and storage.
WARNING: Follow the engine manufac-
turer's instructions for the type of gasoline
and oil to use. Always use a safety gaso-
line container. Do not smoke when adding
gasoline to the engine. When inside an
enclosure, do not fill with gasoline. Before
you add gasoline, stop the engine. Let the
engine cool for several minutes.
NOTE: The operation of a new engine will sometimes
result in a slight amount of smoke. This smoke is
caused by paint or oil on or around the muffler. This is
normal and only expected during initial operation.

Final Preparation

Before you use the mower, check the assembly of the
wheels, the handle, and the controls. Make sure all the
fasteners are tight. Make sure the throttle control (if
equipped) and the engine stop lever work correctly.
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• Keep a sharp edge on the blade. A blade that
is not sharp will cause the ends of the grass to
become brown.
• Clean the underside of the mower housing. Grass
and other debris can keep the mower from work-
ing correctly.
If the quality of cut is marginal, try the following:
• Set the height adjusters at a higher cutting height.
• Cut the grass more frequently.
• Operate the mower at a slower ground speed.
• Overlap the cutting swaths instead of cutting a full
swath with each pass.
• Mow across the marginal areas a second time.
IMPORTANT: This unit is equipped with an internal
combustion engine and must not be used on or near
any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or
grass-covered and unless the engine's exhaust system
is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable
local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used,
it must be maintained in effective working order by the
operator.
In the State of California the above is required by
law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources
Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal
laws apply on federal lands. See an Authorized Service
Center for a spark arrester for the muffler.
NOTE: Actual sustained engine power will likely be
lower due to operating limitations and environmental
factors.
If the mower is equipped with height adjusters, make
sure the height adjusters function properly. Before
starting the engine, make sure each height adjuster is
set at the desired height. See "Adjusting The Height Of
Cut" in the Maintenance sections.
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