Snapper R196019B important safety instructions Operating Instructions, PRE-START Check List

Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2.1PRE-START CHECK LIST

Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up.

2.1.1.Check guards, deflectors, grass bag, adapter and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tightened.

2.1.2.Check blade control to insure it works freely. See Figure 2.1.

BLADE CONTROL

FIGURE 2.1

2.1.3.Check cutting height. Adjust to desired height.

2.1.4.Check engine oil and add oil as needed to bring level up to the full mark. Refer to Engine Owner’s Manual for oil specifications. See Figure 2.2.

2.1.5.Add fuel to tank after pushing the mower outside where fumes can safely dissipate. Fill tank to 1-1/2” below top of filler neck (to allow for fuel expansion). Make sure cap is tightened after fueling. Refer to Engine Owners Manual for fuel specifications.

2.1.6.Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and engine of any accumulation of spilled fuel, dirt, grass, oil, etc. Keep engine air intake screen and cooling fins clear at all times.

2.2STARTING & OPERATION 2.2.1. ENGINE & BLADE

The engine speed is pre-set for optimum mowing performance and is not adjustable. An engine primer is provided to assist when starting a cold engine. The primer should not be required when restarting a hot engine.

1.Push primer bulb three times to start a cold engine. NOTE: Primer should not be required when restarting a hot engine. See Figure 2.3.

IMPORTANT: Stop the engine (and blade) by releasing the blade control.

PUSH PRIMER BULB THREE TIMES

CHECK ENGINE OIL

FIGURE 2.2

FIGURE 2.3

2.Pull blade control against handle.

3.Pull rope start handle to crank engine.

4.After engine starts, allow a brief warm-up until engine runs smooth.

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