Snapper 7800920-00, 7800932-00, 7800918-00 manual Preparation, Operation, Safe Handling of Gasoline

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Operator Safety

Preparation

 

7.

Remove gas-powered equipment from the vehicle or

1.

Read, understand, and follow instructions and warnings

 

trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible,

 

in this manual and on the machine, engine and attach-

 

then refuel equipment using a portable container, rather

 

ments. Know the controls and the proper use of the

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than a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

2.

machine before starting.

 

DO NOT start gas powered equipment in enclosed

Only mature, responsible persons shall operate the

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vehicles or trailers.

3.

machine and only after proper instruction.

Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or

Data indicates that operators age 60 and above, are

 

container opening at all times until fueling is complete.

 

involved in a large percentage of mower-related injuries.

 

DO NOT use a nozzle lock-open device

 

These operators should evaluate their ability to operate

10. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immedi-

 

the mower safely enough to protect themselves and oth-

 

ately.

4.

ers from serious injury.

 

11. Never overfill a fuel tank. Replace fuel cap and tighten

Handle fuel with extra care. Fuels are flammable and

 

securely.

 

vapors are explosive. Use only an approved fuel con-

Operation

 

tainer. DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with engine

 

running. Add fuel outdoors only with engine stopped and

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Mount and dismount machine from left side. Keep clear

5.

cool. Clean spilled fuel from machine. DO NOT smoke.

2.

of discharge opening at all times.

Practice operation of machine with BLADES OFF to

Start engine from operator’s seat, if possible. Make sure

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learn controls and develop skills.

 

3.

blades are OFF and parking brake is set.

Check the area to be mowed and remove all objects

DO NOT leave machine with engine running. STOP

 

such as toys, wire, rocks, limbs and other objects that

 

engine, STOP blades, SET brake, and remove key

 

could cause injury if thrown by blade or interfere with

 

before leaving operators position of any reason.

Safe Handling of Gasoline

Reproductionthose you can safely control and attach loads to hitch

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mowing.

 

4.

DO NOT operate machine unless properly seated with

Keep people and pets out of mowing area. Immediately

5.

feet feet rests or pedal(s).

 

STOP blades, STOP engine, and STOP machine if any-

STOP BLADES and ENGINE and make sure blades

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one enters the area.

 

 

have stopped before removing grass catcher or unclog-

Check shields, deflectors, switches, blade controls and

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ging mower to prevent loss of fingers or hand.

 

other safety devices frequently for proper operation and

Blades must be OFF except when cutting grass. Set

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location.

 

 

blades in highest position when mowing over rough

Make sure all safety decals are clearly legible. Replace if

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ground.

 

damaged.

 

Keep hands and feet away from rotating blades under-

10. Protect yourself when mowing and wear safety glasses,

 

neath deck. DO NOT place foot on ground while

 

a dust mask, hearing protection, long pants and sub-

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BLADES are ON or machine is in motion.

 

stantial footwear.

 

DO NOT operate machine without entire grass catcher

11. Know how to STOP blades and engine quicklyforin prepa-

 

or guards in place and working. DO NOT point dis-

 

ration for emergencies.

 

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charge at people, passing cars, windows or doors.

12. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine

Slow down before turning.

 

into a trailer or truck.

 

10. Watch out for traffic when near or crossing roadways.

13. Check grass catcher components frequently for signs of

11. STOP engine immediately after striking an obstruction.

 

wear or deterioration and replace as needed to prevent

 

Inspect machine and repair damage before resuming

 

injury from thrown objectsNotgoing through weak or worn

 

operation.

 

spots.

 

12. Operate machine only in daylight or with good artificial

 

 

 

 

light.

To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme

13. Exercise CAUTION when pulling loads. Limit loads to

 

plate as specified with attachment instructions.

care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable

 

and the vapors are explosive.

 

14. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may

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Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources

 

cause loss of traction and loss of control. When towing,

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of ignition.

 

 

travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.

Use only an approved fuel container.

15. DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas. Engine

3.

DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine

 

exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, a deadly poi-

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running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.

 

son.

DO NOT refuel the machine indoors.

16. DO NOT discharge material against a wall or obstruc-

5.

DO NOT store the machine or fuel container inside

 

tion. Material may ricochet back towards the operator.

 

where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as

17. Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer.

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on a water heater or other appliances.

 

See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation and

DO NOT fill fuel containers inside a vehicle or on a truck

 

installation of accessories.

or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place the con- tainers on the ground away from the vehicle before fill- ing.

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Contents Not For ReproductionNot Table of Contents ChildrenC il renReproductioReversen Operator Safety Operating SafetyNot Orf Read the ManualFuel and MaintenanceReproduction Thrown Objects Operator Safety Slope OperationMoving Parts Protection Against Tip-Overs/Roll-Overs Operator SafetyProtection for Children Operation PreparationSafe Handling of Gasoline Towing MaintenanceFor Reproduction For Safety and Instructional DecalsExplanation of Instructional Decals Explanation of Safety DecalsFor Not Features and Controls Features and ControlsBefore adding or checking the oil How To Check/Add OilOperation Before StartingHow To Add Fuel How To Adjust The Operator SeatFuel Recommendations How To Start The Engine Forward How To Engage The Mower BladeMower Blade EngineTransmission Deflector How To Set The Parking Brake Reverse Mowing Option RMORepr Oduction How To Push The Unit By HandTowing Implements Maintanance Chart MaintenanceEmissions Control Equipped How To Change The Oil Filter ifOval Air Filter How To Service The Air FilterNotB Flat Air FilterRider Maintenance Basic How To Check The Mower Drive Belts Rider Maintenance AdvancedHow To Service The Fuel Filter How To Check The Mower BladeHow To Lubricate Mower Deck Linkage How To Lubricate Grease FittingsHow To Lubricate Differential / Chain How To Lubricate Mower Blade SpindleHow To Store The Battery Battery Service Sealed Lead Acid TypeHow To Remove The Battery How To Charge The Battery How To Install The BatteryBattery valve regulated type Battery Service Valve Regulated TypeFuel System StorageBriggs & Stratton Fresh Start available in a drip con How To Inspect The Mower Blade Engine Adjustments and RepairsRider Adjustments And Repairs How To Sharpen The Mower BladeSide-To-Side Leveling How To Level The Mower DeckReproduction B RepairHydro Drive Models How To Adjust The Brake / Parking BrakeHow To Adjust Mower Blade Belt Tension Manual Drive ModelsHow To Adjust The Blade Brake How To Remove The Deck Cover Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Warranties Limited WarrantyBriggs & Stratton Emissions Control Warranty Provisions Page Page 4.5 / 1,6 7,2 0 / 0 8,0

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