Snapper EMRP216518B important safety instructions Problem Probable Cause, Corrective Action, 2119

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TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM

 

PROBABLE CAUSE

Engine Will Not Start

1.

Fuel tank empty.

Using Recoil Starter

2.

Engine needs choking or priming.

 

 

 

 

3.

Spark plug wire disconnected.

Engine Stalls or Stops

1.

Blade control is released or is not being held securely

After Running

 

against handle.

2.Fuel tank empty.

3.Engine air pre-cleaner and or air cleaner dirty.

4.Spark plug defective or gap set improperly.

5.Water, debris or stale fuel in fuel system. Engine Loses Power 1. Engine air pre-cleaner or air cleaner dirty

2.Spark plug faulty.

3.Water, debris or stale fuel in fuel system.

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

2.Loose blade components.

3.Loose or missing air lift (if equipped).

4.Lumpy or frayed belt

Mower Will Not Move

1.

Damaged transmission

Loss Of Traction

2. Traction drive belt requires replacement

(Self-Propelled Models)

3.

Driven disc slipping

Cutting Grass

1.

Cutting height too low or high.

Improperly

2.

Forward ground speed too fast.

3.Terraced cut, side to side.

4.Excessive deck pitch, front to rear.

5.Cutting blade dull or damaged.

Poor Grass Discharge 1. Forward speed too fast.

 

2.

Grass is wet.

 

3.

Excessively worn or damaged blade.

 

4.

Build up of grass clippings and debris under deck.

 

5.

Improper blade installed on deck.

 

6.

Blade installed improperly on deck.

Oil Leaking

1. Leaking engine case.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

1.Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel.

2.Choke/Prime. Check Engine Manual for Instructions.

3.Place spark plug wire onto spark plug.

1.Blade control should be held securely against handle at all times during operation of mower.

2.Fill with fuel to proper level.

3.Clean free of all debris.

4.Service spark plug.

5.Drain and clean fuel system.

1.Clean or replace filters.

2.Service spark plug.

3.Drain and clean fuel system.

1.Service mower blade.

2.Service and tighten loose parts.

3.Replace air lifts. Tighten to proper torque.

4.Replace belt.

1.Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer.

2.Replace traction drive belt.

3.Clean or replace driven disc.

1.Adjust cutting height.

2.Move ground speed control to a slower speed.

3.Adjust height of cut with height adjust levers.

4.Adjust height of cut with height adjust levers.

5.Sharpen cutting edges or replace blade.

1.Move ground speed control to a slower speed.

2.Mow when grass is dry.

3.Service mower blade.

4.Clean deck.

5.Install proper SNAPPER blade.

6.Install blade properly.

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 European Model 65 6.5 HP Engine Horse PowerSeries Designation Model Designation Recycling Model Briggs & StrattonImportant Safety Instructions Do not refuel the machine indoors From PreviousImportant Safety Instructions Table of Contents Nomenclature IntroductionStarting & Operation 2.2.1. Engine & Blade PRE-START Check ListHandle Height Adjustment Cutting Height AdjustmentPropelling Mower StoppingSecure Adapter To Deck with Nuts Connector Adapter Flange Nuts Service After First 5 Hours 3.2.1. Change Engine OIL Important Drain fuel tank before tipping mowerOn Next Storage Procedure Service AnnuallyCheck Mower Blade Check Engine Drive BeltMower Blade Replacement 4.1.1. 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 Belt Service Pulley Position Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action2119 Clean Sponge Element Engine Manual Service Performed EachMAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts 100Decal Identification European Performance 253 Disclaimer of Warranty264 275 286 European Steel Deck Walk Behind Mowers Type ‘M’ Series