Snapper EP2167517BV important safety instructions Operating Instructions, Pre-Start Check List

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.

2.2STARTING & OPERATION 2.2.1. ENGINE & BLADE (Primer Models)

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

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

	BLADE
	CONTROL
	ROPE
WHEEL DRIVE	START
CONTROL	HANDLE

BLADE

CONTROL

ENGINE SPEED CONTROL – SHOWN IN “FAST”

FIGURE 2.1 FIGURE 2.3

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.Push primer bulb three times to start a cold engine. NOTE: Primer should not be required to restart a warm 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.

ENGINE PRIMER

FIGURE 2.4

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.

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.

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