Snapper CP216017RV, CP215017KWV, CP215017HV, CP215517HV important safety instructions Maintenance

Section 3 - MAINTENANCE

3.1INTRODUCTION

To retain the quality of the mower, use genuine SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact a local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. For the correct part or information for a particular mower, always mention model and serial number.

3.2SERVICE - AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS 3.2.1. CHANGE ENGINE OIL

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. Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades. Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury.

1.Refer to Engine Manual for proper oil specifications, procedures and proper service intervals.

2.For simplest/cleanest oil change, loosen lower handle nuts. Remove two of the four bolts and fold handles. Stand mower up on lower handle brackets as shown in Figure 3.1A. Drain oil through dipstick tube into a container. Allow sufficient time for all oil to drain.

FIGURE 3.1A

IMPORTANT: Drain fuel tank before tipping machine. DO NOT tip machine with carburetor or spark plug down. Oil from crankcase will saturate the air filter and cause the engine to be hard to start or not start at all. If contamination does occur, the air filter will have to be replaced.

3.Alternate Oil Drain: Procedure: The Kawasaki and Robin 4-Cycle engines are equipped with oil drain plugs located above the deck on the left side of the engine. See Figure 3.1.B and Figure 3.1.C. Remove oil drain plug to drain oil. Allow sufficient time for all oil to drain. Reinstall plug and tighten securely.

4.Dispose of drain oil properly.

5.Fill engine with oil as specified in Engine Manual. Do Not overfill.

6.Robin 4-Cycle engines are equipped with an oil filter. Refer to Engine Manual for correct replacement intervals.

NOTE: Check specific model engine owner’s manual for changing engine oil procedure and oil specifications.

ROBIN ENGINE

OIL

OIL DRAIN

PLUG

FIGURE 3.1B

KAWASAKI ENGINE

OIL DRAIN

PLUG

FIGURE 3.1C

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