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Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION
FIGURE 1.1
1.1 INTRODUCTION
This manual has been prepared for the operators of
the SNAPPER WALK BEHIND MOWERS. Its
purpose, aside from recommending operating and
routine service requirements, is to promote safety
through the use of accepted operating practices.
Read, Understand and Follow the “IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” on Pages 2 & 3 of this
manual and all safety messages on the mower and
attachments before operating the mower.
1.2 NOMENCLATURE
The nomenclature drawing above, Figure 1.1, shows
the essential parts of the SNAPPER WALK BEHIND
MOWERS. It is recommended that all operators of
the mower become thoroughly familiar with the
controls, parts and operation of the mower before
operating. Specific details involving the engine are
found in the separate engine owner’s manual. Study
these manuals before operating and keep both handy
for future reference.
WHEEL DRIVE
CONTROL BLADE
CONTROL UPPER
HANDLE
MID-
HANDLE
ROPE
START
HANDLE
KNOB
KNOB
REAR HEIGHT
ADJUSTM ENT
LEVER
LOWER
HANDLE
OIL FILL CAP & DIPSTICK
ENGINE AIR
FILTER COVER
MOWER DECK
REAR WHEEL
RECYCLING DECK
COVER FRONT HEIGHT
ADJUSTM ENT
LEVER
FRONT WHEEL
FUEL
FILLER
CAP
FAST
SLOW
GROUND SPEED
CONTROL
PRIMER
BULB
ENGINE
SPEED
CONTROL
RABBIT
”FAST”
TURTLE
”SLOW”
ENGINE
SPEED
CONTROL
SYMBOLS