Snapper 20 manual Operation

Operation

!	WARNING		!	Installing the Grass Bag Adapter
				(Optional Accessory on Some Models)
DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service
				1. Remove the mulching cover. Refer to the Section enti-
with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade.
				tled “Mulching Operation”.
Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark
				2. Install the adapter (A, Figure 10) to the deck in place of
plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious
				the mulching cover, making sure that:
burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool.
				•	The front hole (B) on the outside front of the
Installing the Discharge Deflector					adapter fits over the stud where the front of the
				•	mulching cover was originally secured
1. Remove the mulching cover. Refer to the Section					The slot (C) on top of the adapter slips under the
					restraining nut on top of the deck (under the right
entitled “Mulching Operation”.
					front corner of the engine)
2. Install the deflector (A, Figure 9) to the deck in place of
				•	The slot (D) on the rear of the adapter slips onto
the mulching cover, making sure that:
					the stud behind the rear of the discharge opening,
•	The front hole (B) on the outside front of the
					where the rear of the mulching cover was
	deflector fits over the stud where the front of the
					originally secured.
	mulching cover was originally secured
				3. Install the nuts onto the studs and tighten securely.
•	The slot (C) on top of the deflector slips under the
				4. Route the recoil rope around the outside of the rope
	restraining nut on top of the deck (under the right
				guide pulley (E).
	front corner of the engine)
•	The slot (D) on the inside rear of the deflector slips			N te: The reco l r pe may eed to be slackened. Refer to the
	onto the stud behind the rear of the discharge
				secti	en i led “Handle Assembly”.
	opening, where the rear of the mulching cover was
	originally secured.
3. Install the nuts onto the studs and tighten securely.
			B		E
	C					C
	D						B
					D
		A			A
Figure 9: Installing the discharge deflector				Figure 10: Installing the grass bag adapter
		Reproduction
				!	WARNING		!
				DO NOT operate without entire Grass Catcher or guard in
				place. Grass Catcher components are subject to
				deterioration during normal use. Inspect frequently and
				replace worn or damaged components immediately.

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