Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for

REAR ENGINE RIDING MOWER SERIES 23

MODEL

421823BVE
422023BVE
MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION
42 18 23 B V E
CUTTING WIDTH ENGINE OPTIONS
ENGINE HP * ENGINE TYPE
SERIES DESIGNATION ENGINE MODEL
42 - 42” Cutting Deck
18 - 18.0 HP Engine
20 - 20.0 HP Engine
23 –Series
Designation
B -Briggs Engine V - Over Head
Valve
E - Electric Start
Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your REAR ENGINE RIDER, read this manual
carefully and pay particular attention to the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” on Pages 2 thru 4.
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!
NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice.
* Actual sustained equipment horsepower will likely be lower due to operating limitations and environmental factors.
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SNAPPER – A Division of Simplicity Mfg., Inc.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
MANUAL No. 7073959 (I.R. 5/20/2005)