Snapper RP2187520BV (7800425) Operation Continued, Stopping, Handle Height Adjustment

Operation (Continued)

Starting and Operation (Continued)

Engine and Blade (Briggs DOV Series Engines)

1.Move the engine speed control past the fast (‘Rabbit’) detent to the ‘Choke’ position.

2.Pull the blade control (A, Figure 4) against the handle.

3.Pull the rope start handle (B) to crank the engine.

4.After the engine starts, allow a brief warm-up until the engine runs smooth before beginning mower operation.

NOTE: To stop the engine (and blade), release the blade control.

Stopping

1.Stop forward motion of the mower by releasing the wheel drive control.

2.Stop the engine and blade by releasing the blade control.

Handle Height Adjustment

The height of the mower handle can be adjusted as follows:

1.Loosen the lower nuts (A, Figure 6) on each lower handle.

Operation

Propelling the Mower

(Self-Propelled Models Only)

1.Start the engine. Refer to the Section entitled “Starting and Operation – Engine and Blade”.

2.Move the ground speed control (A, Figure 5) to the desired speed position.

3.Squeeze the wheel drive control (B) against the handle to engage the wheel drive and propel the mower forward. Forward speed can be adjusted while the mower is moving by changing the position of the ground speed control.

A

B

Figure 5: Mower drive controls

B

A

Figure 6: Adjusting the handle height

2.Move the handle assembly (B) up or down until the desired position is achieved.

3.Tighten the lower nuts on each lower handle to maintain the desired position.

! WARNING !

DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool.

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