Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517HC, RP2167517BVE, WRP216517BE

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Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for

21” STEEL DECK

WALK BEHIND MOWERS SERIES 17

IMPORTANT

Snapper products are built using engines that meet or exceed all applicable emissions requirements on the date manufactured. The labels on those engines contain very important emissions information and critical safety warnings. Read, Understand, and Follow all warnings and instructions in this manual, the engine manual, and on the machine, engine and attachments. If you have any questions about your Snapper product, contact your local authorized Snapper dealer or contact Snapper Customer Service at Snapper, McDonough, GA. 30253. Phone: (1-800-935-2967).

WARNING

BATTERY POSTS, TERMINALS AND RELATED ACCESSORIES CONTAIN LEAD AND LEAD COMPOUNDS, CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER AND BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.

WARNING

ENGINE EXHAUST, SOME OF ITS CONSTITUENTS, AND CERTAIN VEHICLE COMPONENTS CONTAIN OR EMIT CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM.

COPYRIGHT © 2002

SNAPPER INC.

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

MANUAL No. 7-4933 (Rev 1 6/22/04)

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Contents Model Number Explanation Engine Horse PowerModel Designation SELF-PROPELLED Cutting Width Engine DesignationImportant Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Engine BriggsSpeed ControlStarting & Operation 2.2.1. Engine & Blade Primer Models PRE-START Check ListStarting & Operation Engine & Blade Starting & Operation 2.2.1. Engine & Blade Choke ModelsElectric Start Models Propelling Mower Self Propelled Models OnlyCutting Height Adjustment Handle Height AdjustmentOn Next Recycling OperationRemoving and Dumping Grass Catcher Installation of Grass Catcher Slide Closure TypeInstall Slide Discharge Deflector Slot Under NUT Dispose of drain oil properly Service After First 5 Hours 3.2.1. Change Engine OILStorage Procedure Service AnnuallyCheck Mower Blade Check Engine Drive BeltMower Blade Replacement Standard Blade Wear Limit Blade Sharpening1.A. Ninja Blade Wear Limit Wheel Drive Control Adjustment Cleaning Drive Disc & Driven Disc Driven and Drive Disc ServiceDrive Spring Repair/Replacement Driven Disc AdjustmentReplacing Rubber Driven Disc Drive Disc Assembly Install NEW Driven Disc Snap Rings Engine Drive Belt Replacement Stretch Type Belts Belt ServicePulley Position NEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from carton Battery ServiceBattery Testing Battery Service 1. Remove batteryCorrective Action Problem Probable CauseMAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts Service Performed Each100 USE HRS SeasonDisclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Snapper Product Registration Form Page Page Page Steel Deck Walk Behind Mowers Series