Snapper EP217017BV, EMRP217017B, ERP217017BV important safety instructions Table Of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS	2 - 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS	4
SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION	5
SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS	6-9
Pre-start Checklist	6
Starting & Stopping Engine & Blades	6
Starting & Stopping Wheel Drive	7
Handle Height Adjustment	7
Cutting Height Adjustment	.7
Recycling Operation	8
Installation of Grass Catcher	8-9
Installation of Discharge Deflector & Recycling Cover	10
SECTION 3 - MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS	11-12
Change Engine Oil	11
Check Transmission Grease	11-12
Check Mower Blade	12
Check Engine Drive Belt	12
Check Transmission Poly-V Belt	12
Service - Annually	12
Engine	12
Air Filter	12
Engine Oil	12
Storage Procedure	12
SECTION 4 - ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIR	13-19
Mower Blade Replacement	13
Blade Sharpening	13-14
Wheel Drive Control Adjustment	14
Driven and Drive Disc Service	15
Cleaning Drive Disc and Driven Disc	15
Drive Spring Repair/Replacement	15
Driven Disc Adjustment	15-16
Driven Disc Replacement	16-17
Driven Disc Bearing Replacement	17
Hex Shaft Bearing Replacement	18
Belt Service	18
Engine Drive Belt Replacement	18-19
Transmission Poly-V Belt Replacement	19
TROUBLESHOOTING	20
SERVICE SCHEDULE	21
Maintenance/Replacement Parts	21
DECAL IDENTIFICATION	22-23
WARRANTY	24

IMPORTANT

The figures and illustrations in this manual are provided for reference only and may differ from your specific model. Contact your Snapper dealer if you have questions.

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