Snapper P216012TV, FRP216012TV, EFRP216012TV, EFRP216512TV, EFRP216516TV Introduction

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Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION

WHEEL DRIVE

CONTROL

BLADE CONTROL

GROUND SPEED

CONTROL

ENGINE

SPEED

CONTROL

UPPER

HANDLE

KNOB

MID

HANDLE

GRASS BAG

KNOB

LOWER HANDLE

REAR HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

LATCH

ENGINE AIR

BREATHER COVER

RECYCLING

DECK COVER

GROUND SPEED

ENGINE

 

SPEED

ENGINE SPEED DECAL

CONTROL

CONTROL

 

 

 

FAST

FAST

 

 

 

SLOW

 

 

 

SLOW

BLADE CONTROL -

WHEEL DRIVE

RELEASE TO STOP

CONTROL - RELEASE

BLADE & ENGINE

TO STOP FORWARD

 

RECYCLING MODEL SHOWN

MOTION

ROPE START

 

(ROPE START MOUNTED ON

 

HANDLE

RIGHT SIDE OF HANDLE)

 

GRASS BAG

 

CONNECTOR

 

 

OIL FILL CAP &

PRIMER

 

DIPSTICK

BULB

FUEL

FILLER CAP

MOWER

DECK

FRONT HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

LATCH

CATCHER MODEL SHOWN (ROPE START MOUNTED ON LEFT SIDE OF HANDLE)

BAG ADAPTER

RECYCLING DECK DETAIL

FIGURE 1.1

SIDE DISCHARGE DETAIL

1.1 INTRODUCTION

This manual has been prepared for the operators of the SNAPPER WALK BEHIND MOWERS. Its purpose, aside from recommending operating and routine service requirements, is to promote safety through the use of accepted operating practices.

Read, Understand and Follow the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” on Pages 2 & 3 of this manual and all safety messages on the mower and attachments before operating the mower.

1.2 NOMENCLATURE

The nomenclature drawing above, Figure 1.1, shows the essential parts of the SNAPPER WALK BEHIND MOWERS. It is recommended that all operators of the mower become thoroughly familiar with the controls, parts and operation of the mower before operating. Specific details involving the engine are found in the separate engine owner’s manual. Study these manuals before operating and keep both handy for future reference.

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Contents Steel Deck Walk Mowers Series 12 Important Safety Instructions Maintenance and Storage Table of Contents Nomenclature IntroductionStarting & Operation 2.2.1. Engine & Blade PRE-START Check ListHandle Height Adjustment Cutting Height AdjustmentPropelling Mower StoppingInstallation of Grass Catcher Adjusting Front Deck BaffleRecycling Operation Models with an F prefix in model number Example FR215012On Next MaintenanceCheck Mower Blade Storage ProcedureCheck Engine Drive Belt Check Transmission POLY-V BeltBlade Sharpening 1A. Ninja Blade Wear LimitDriven Disc Service Wheel Drive Control AdjustmentDriven Disc Adjustment Cleaning Drive Disc & Driven DiscDrive Spring Repair/Replacement Replacing Driven Disc Rubber Ring Belt Service Replacement Of Bearing On Pulley End Of Hex ShaftEngine Drive Belt Replacement 1. Empty the fuel tank Install 3/8 hex lock nutLockwasher Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action TroubleshootingClean Sponge Element Engine Manual Service Performed Each100 USE HRS SeasonDisclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Cost YOU Money Distorted valve guides Sticking Valves Grass & leaves cleaned away Service Notes Steel Deck Walk Mowers Series