Snapper MR216015T PRE-START Check List, Starting & Operation 2.2.1. Engine & Blade

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.

CHECK

CHECKWHEEL

BLADEDRIVE

CONTROL CONTROL

FIGURE 2.1

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.

2.1.6.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.

2.2STARTING & OPERATION 2.2.1. ENGINE & BLADE

(Primer Models)

(Push & Non Commercial Self-Propelled)

1.Primer models do not have an adjustable engine speed control. The engine speed is fixed in the “Fast” position and can not be changed.

2.Push primer button three times to start a cold engine. NOTE: Do not use primer button to start warm engine. See Figure 2.3.

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

FOR ENGINES

EQUIPPED

WITH PRIMER

BULB

PUSH PRIMER

THREE TIMES

TO START COLD

ENGINE

FIGURE 2.3

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.

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.

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