Snapper 216517B, P216517B, P217017BV, P217017BVE, P215517HC important safety instructions

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Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for

21” STEEL DECK WALK MOWERS SERIES 17

MODELS

216517B

P216517B

P217017BV

P217017BVE

P215517HC

MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION

P

21

70

17

B

V

E

SELF-PROPELLED

CUTTING WIDTH

ENGINE HORSE POWER

W – Model Designation	P – Self Propelled Model
21 – 21” Cutting Width

55 – 5.5 HP (Engine Horse Power)	65 – 6.5 HP (Engine Horse

70 – 7.0 HP (Engine Horse Power)

						ENGINE OPTION
						ENGINE OPTION
					ENGINE DESIGNATION
					ENGINE DESIGNATION
					SERIES DESIGNATION
					SERIES DESIGNATION

	17 - Series Designation
	B – Briggs & Stratton				H – Honda Engine

	V – Overhead Valve				C –Overhead Cam

	E – Electric Start

Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your Walk Behind, read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” on Pages 2 & 3. Remember that all power equipment can be dangerous if used improperly. Also keep in mind that SAFETY requires careful use in accordance with the operating instructions and common sense.

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SNAPPER PRODUCTS INC.

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

MANUAL No. 7-5508 (I.R. 4/22/03)

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Contents Engine Designation Engine OptionSeries Designation Important Safety Instructions Do not refuel the machine indoors From PreviousTable of Contents Engine BriggsSpeed Control Honda Engine Speed ControlStarting & Operation 2.2.1. Engine & Blade PRE-START Check ListRecoil Start Models Engine & Blade Electric Start Models Starting & Operation 2.2.1. Engine & Blade Choke ModelsPropelling Mower Self Propelled Models OnlyCutting Height Adjustment Handle Height AdjustmentInstallation of Grass BAG Door Type Bag Installation of Grass BAG AdapterRecycling Operation On NextRemoving and Dumping Grass Catcher Slide Closure Type Installation of Grass Catcher Slide Closure TypeInstall Slide Discharge Deflector Slot Dispose of drain oil properly Service After First 5 Hours 3.2.1. Change Engine OILStorage Procedure Service AnnuallyCheck Mower Blade Check Engine Drive BeltBlade Sharpening Mower Blade Replacement 4.1.1. Standard Blade Wear Limit1.A. Ninja Blade Wear Limit Wheel Drive Control Adjustment Driven Disc Adjustment Driven and Drive Disc ServiceCleaning Drive Disc & Driven Disc Drive Spring Repair/ReplacementReplacing Rubber Driven Disc Drive Disc Assembly Install NEW Driven Disc Snap Rings Engine Drive Belt Replacement Stretch Type Belts Belt ServicePulley Position Reinstall blade hub and cutter bladeNEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from carton Battery ServiceBattery Testing Battery Service 1. Remove batteryProblem Probable Cause Corrective Action TroubleshootingClean Sponge Element Engine Manual Service Performed EachMAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts 100Disclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Snapper Product Registration Form Page Page Steel Deck Walk Behind Mowers Series