Snapper EMLP21501KWV, EMLP21601, EMLP21601E Engine & Blade, Choke Models Recoil Start, Stopping

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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2.2STARTING & OPERATION 2.2.2. ENGINE & BLADE (Primer Models) (Electric Start)

When the ignition key is turned to “START”, the engine will not crank over and will not start unless the blade control is engaged!

1. Move engine speed control to the “Fast” (Rabbit) position. See Figure 2.4.

2. Push primer button three times to start a cold engine. NOTE: Do not use primer button to start warm engine.

3. Pull blade control against handle.

4. Turn key to the start position until engine starts. See Figure 2.4.

NOTE: If after 5 seconds of cranking the engine does not start, release the key and attempt starting again after waiting for approximately 20 seconds.

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

BLADE

CONTROL

FAST

IGNITION

KEY

FIGURE 2.4

2.2.2.ENGINE & BLADE

(Choke Models) (Recoil Start)

1.Open fuel valve located at the top rear of engine (Kawasaki engines).

2.Move engine speed control to the “CHOKE” position. See Figure 2.3. IMPORTANT: Stop the engine (and blade) by releasing blade control.

3.Pull blade control against handle.

4.Pull rope start handle to crank engine.

5.After engine starts, move engine speed control to the “FAST” (Rabbit) position and allow a brief warm up until engine runs smooth.

2.2.3.PROPELLING MOWER

1.Move ground speed control to the desired speed position. See Figure 2.5.

2.Move wheel drive control against handle to engage wheel drive and propel mower forward.

IMPORTANT: Forward motion of machine must be stopped before changing position of the ground speed control. See Figure 2.5.

WHEEL DRIVE

GROUND

CONTROL

SPEED

 

CONTROL

ENGINE

SPEED

CONTROL

FIGURE 2.5

2.3STOPPING

Stop engine and blade by releasing the blade control. Stop forward motion of mower by releasing the wheel drive control.

2.4HANDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

The height of the mower handle can be adjusted as follows:

1. Loosen the lower nuts on each lower handle as shown in Figure 2.6.

LOOSEN NUTS

TO ADJUST

HANDLE BAR

FIGURE 2.6

2.Move upper mower handle up or down until the desired position is achieved.

3.Tighten the nuts on each lower handle bracket to maintain desired position. Torque nuts to 15 to 25 ft. lbs.

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Contents European 21 Cast Aluminum Deck M Model Walk Mowers Series Slope Operation Protection for ChildrenPreparation Operation Maintenance and StorageTable of Contents Introduction FamiliarizationNomenclature Primer Models Recoil Start Operating InstructionsPRE-START Check List Starting & Operation 2.2.1. Engine & BladePropelling Mower Handle Height AdjustmentEngine & Blade Choke Models Recoil StartInstallation of Grass Catcher Cutting Height AdjustmentRecycling Operation Wheel Drive Control MaintenanceService After First 5 Hours 3.2.1. Change Engine OIL Grease Level in TransmissionCheck Engine to Transmission Drive Belt Service AnnuallyStorage Procedure Check Mower BladeOn Next Repair & AdjustmentsMower Blade Replacement 4.1.1. Standard Blade Wear Limit Blade SharpeningWheel Drive Control Adjustment Belt Service Battery Service Adjustments & RepairBattery Battery Removal Battery InstallationNEW Battery Preparation Battery TestingState of Charge Digital Voltmeter Engine Will Not Problem Probable Cause Corrective ActionUsing Recoil Starter Start UsingUSE HRS Season Service Performed EachClean Sponge Element Engine Manual 100Decal Identification Height Control Decal Disclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyEuropean Cast Aluminum Deck M Model Walk Mowers Series

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