Snapper R204513E 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 to insure it works freely. See Figure 2.1.

BLADE CONTROL

SHOWN IN “OFF”

POSITION

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.

2.2STARTING & OPERATION 2.2.1. ENGINE & BLADE

(Recoil Start)

1.Move engine speed control (Located on the side of the engine) to the “FAST” rabbit position.

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.

IMPORTANT: Stop the engine (and blade) by releasing the blade 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.

DIPSTICK

PRIMER

BUTTON

PUSH BUTTON THREE TIMES

TURTLE

RABBIT

MOVE TO FAST (RABBIT) POSITION

ENGINE SPEED

CONTROL

MAXIMUM OIL LEVEL

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.

MINIMUM

OIL LEVEL

FIGURE 2.2

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