Snapper CRP216019KWV, CP216019KWV, CP215519HV Troubleshooting, Probable Cause Corrective Action

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Troubleshooting

PROBLEM

 

PROBABLE CAUSE

 

CORRECTIVE ACTION

 

Engine Will Not Start Using

1. Fuel tank empty.

1.

Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel.

 

Recoil Starter

2.

Engine needs choking.

2.

Choke engine. Check Engine Manual for Instructions.

 

 

 

 

3.

Spark plug wire disconnected.

3.

Place spark plug wire onto spark plug.

 

 

4.

Fuel shut-off in the ‘Off’ position.

4.

Turn Fuel shut-off to ‘On’ position.

 

Engine Stalls or Stops After

1. Blade control is released or is not being held

1.

Blade control should be held securely against handle

 

Running

securely against handle.

at all times during operation of mower.

 

 

2.

Engine speed control in ‘Choke’ position.

2.

Turn off choke.

 

 

3.

Fuel tank empty.

3.

Fill with fuel to proper level.

 

 

4.

Engine air pre-cleaner and or air cleaner dirty.

4.

Clean free of all debris.

 

 

5.

Spark plug defective or gap set improperly.

5.

Service spark plug.

 

 

6.

Water, debris or stale fuel in fuel system.

6.

Drain and clean fuel system.

 

 

7.

Fuel shut-off in the ‘Off’ position.

7.

Turn Fuel shut-off to ‘On’ position.

 

Engine Loses Power

1. Engine air pre-cleaner or air cleaner dirty.

1.

Clean or replace filters.

 

 

2.

Spark plug faulty.

2.

Service spark plug.

 

 

3.

Water, debris or stale fuel in fuel system.

3.

Drain and clean fuel system.

 

Excessive Vibration

1. Damaged, out of balance or bent mower blade.

1.

Service mower blade.

 

 

2.

Loose blade components.

2.

Service and tighten loose parts.

 

 

3.

Loose or missing air lift (if equipped).

3.

Replace air lifts. Tighten to proper torque.

 

 

4.

Lumpy or frayed belt.

4.

Replace belt.

 

Mower Will Not Move Loss

1. Build-up of debris on or around wheel drive

1.

Clean debris.

 

Of Traction

components.

 

 

 

 

2.

Driven disc slipping.

2.

Clean or replace driven disc.

 

 

3.

Drive belt requires replacement.

3.

Replace drive belt.

 

 

4.

Damaged transmission.

4.

Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.

 

Cutting Grass Improperly

1. Cutting height too low or high.

1.

Adjust cutting height.

 

 

2.

Engine speed too slow.

2.

Move engine speed control to ‘Fast’ position.

 

 

3.

Forward ground speed too fast.

3.

Move ground speed control to a slower speed.

 

 

4.

Terraced cut, side to side.

4.

Adjust height of cut with height adjust levers.

 

 

5.

Excessive deck pitch, front to rear.

5.

Adjust height of cut with height adjust levers.

 

 

6.

Cutting blade dull or damaged.

6.

Sharpen cutting edges or replace blade.

 

Poor Grass Discharge

1. Engine speed too fast.

1.

Move engine speed control to ‘Fast’ position.

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2.

Forward speed too fast.

2.

Move ground speed control to a slower speed.

 

 

 

3.

Grass is wet.

3.

Mow when grass is dry.

 

 

4.

Excessively worn or damaged blade.

4.

Service mower blade.

 

 

5.

Build up of grass clippings and debris under deck.

5.

Clean deck.

 

 

6.

Improper blade installed on deck.

6.

Install proper SNAPPER blade.

 

 

7.

Blade installed improperly on deck.

7.

Install blade properly.

 

Oil Leaking

1. Leaking engine case.

1.

Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.

 

 

 

 

2.

Check and tighten drain plug.

 

 

 

 

3.

Make sure dip stick or oil filler cap is securely in

 

 

 

 

place.

 

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Contents Steel Deck Walk Mowers Commercial Models Series Engine Date of Purchase Retailer Retailers Phone Number EquipmentTable of Contents Preparation From Previous Column Protection for ChildrenSlope Operation PreparationOperation From Previous Column Maintenance and StorageSafe Handling of Gasoline From Previous OperationFeatures and Controls Features and ControlsEngine and Blade Operation Pre-Start Check ListPropelling the Mower Handle Height AdjustmentOperation Removing the Recycling Cover Cutting Height AdjustmentRecycling Operation Installing the Grass Bag Adapter Installing the Discharge DeflectorBAC Installing the Recycling PlugDumping the Grass Bag Installing the Grass BagChange Engine Oil Maintenance Maintenance IntroductionService After First 5 Hours Check Grease Level in TransmissionStorage Procedure MaintenanceService Periodic Blade Sharpening Mower Blade ReplacementStandard Blade Wear Limit Ninja Blade Wear LimitWheel Drive Control Adjustment Self-Propelled Models Only Driven Disc Adjustment Driven and Drive Disc ServiceCleaning Drive Disc & Driven Disc Drive Spring Repair/ReplacementProper driven disc adjustment Driven Disc Ring ReplacementReplacing the driven disc bearing Driven Disc Bearing ReplacementReplacing the Bearing On the Pulley End Of the Hex Shaft Belt ServiceEngine Drive Belt Replacement Stretch Type Belts Procedure Transmission Poly-V Belt ReplacementMaintenance/Replacement Parts Service ScheduleProbable Cause Corrective Action TroubleshootingYear Limited Warranty Page Page Page Part Number Product Specifications Common Service Parts