Snapper NR205012, R204513E, R205012 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 (“OFF” POSITION)

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.

OIL LEVEL CHECK

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)

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

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

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.

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

HOLD BLADE

CONTROL

AGAINST

UPPER HANDLE

STARTING STANCE

PULL ROPE

START HANDLE

TO START

FIGURE 2.3

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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