Snapper P2167517BV Operating Instructions, 2.1PRE-STARTCHECK LIST, Figure, Recoil Start Models

Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2.1PRE-START CHECK LIST

Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up.

2.1.1.Check guards, deflectors, grass bag, adapter and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tightened.

2.1.2.Check blade control and wheel drive control to insure they work freely. See Figure 2.1.

BLADE

CONTROL

WHEEL

DRIVE

CONTROL

ENGINE SPEED

CONTROL

FIGURE 2.1

2.1.3.Check cutting height. Adjust to desired height.

2.1.4.Check engine oil and add oil as needed to bring level up to the full mark. Refer to Engine Owner's Manual for oil specifications. See Figure 2.2.

2.1.6.Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and engine of any accumulation of spilled fuel, dirt, grass, oil, etc. Keep engine air intake screen and cooling fins clear at all times.

2.2STARTING & OPERATION

2.2.1.ENGINE & BLADE

(Recoil Start Models)

1.Move engine speed control to the "Fast" (Rabbit) position. See Figure 2.3.

1A. Fixed engine speed models go to Step 2.

NOTE: Stop the engine (and blade) by releasing the blade control.

ROPE STAR'r

HANDLEBLADE

IGNITION

KEY

ENGINESPEED

CONTROL

(SHOWNIN FAST

FIGURE 2.3

2.Push primer bulb three times to start a cold engine. NOTE: Primer should not be required to restart a hot engine. See Figure 2.4.

3.Pull blade control against handle.

4.Pull rope start handle to crank engine.

5.After engine starts, allow a brief warm-up until engine runs smooth.

PRIMER

FIGURE 2.2

2.1.5.Add fuel to tank after pushing the mower outside where fumes can safely dissipate. Make sure cap is tightened after refueling. Refer to Engine Owners Manual for specifications.

FIGURE 2.4