Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for
MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION
P 21 70 17 B V E
SELF-PROPELLED ENGINE OPTION
CUTTING WIDTH ENGINE DESIGNATION
ENGINE HORSE POWER SERIES DESIGNATION
W – Model Designation P – Self Propelled Model 17 - Series Designation
21 – 21” Cutting Width B – Briggs & Stratton H – Honda Engine
55 – 5.5 HP (Engine Horse Power) 65 – 6.5 HP (Engi ne Horse
Power)
V – Overhead Valve C –Overhead Cam
70 – 7.0 HP (Engine Horse Power) E – Electric Start
Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your Walk Behind, read this manual carefully and pay
particular attention to the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” on Pages 2 & 3. Remember that all power
equipment can be dangerous if used improperly. Also keep in mind that SAFETY requires careful use in accordance
with the operating instructions and common sense.
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SNAPPER PRODUCTS INC.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
MANUAL No. 7-5508 (I.R. 4/22/03)