Section 3 - MAINTENANCE
3.1INTRODUCTION
To retain the quality of the mower, use genuine SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact a local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. For the correct part or information for a particular mower, always mention model and serial number.
3.2SERVICE - AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS 3.2.1. CHANGE ENGINE OIL
WARNING
Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, STOP the engine, remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug and secure wire away from plug. Engine oil is extremely hot and can cause severe burns. Allow engine oil to cool before draining to prevent injury.
1.Disconnect spark plug wire and secure end away from plug. The items needed to perform oil change are: (2) cloth rags, (1) 3/8” drive ratchet with a short extension and (1) shallow pan.
2.Tilt mower up on its rear wheels for access to the oil drain plug located underneath the mower deck. Do not tilt mower with spark plug or carburetor down. See Figure 3.1.
REMOVE
OIL PLUG
FIGURE 3.1
3.Place shallow pan underneath the approximate center of the oil drain plug.
4.Loosen with ratchet and short extension, but do not remove oil drain plug. Loosen plug until you can turn it with your fingers.
5.Lower the mower down and place the piece of wood under left rear wheel. Reach back under mower and remove drain plug and allow oil to drain out completely in pan. Some oil will spill onto hands, immediately wipe hands clean with cloth rags.
6.Tilt mower back up and replace drain plug. Tighten securely but do not over tighten.
7.Fill engine with oil as specified in Engine Owner’s Manual. Thereafter, change oil after each 25 hours of use.
3.3ANNUALLY (END OF EACH SEASON)
Perform all maintenance as described in the maintenance schedule.
3.3.1. Engine
Service engine according to engine owner’s manual.
3.3.2. Air Filter
Refer to engine owner’s manual for service instructions.
3.3.3. Engine Oil
Refer to engine owner’s manual for service instructions.
3.4 STORAGE PROCEDURE
Refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual for directions regarding engine storage preparations. Prepare the mower for “end of season” storage as follows:
1.Drain fuel from fuel tank and let engine run until all fuel is out of the carburetor.
2.Disconnect and remove the spark plug wire away from spark plug before any other preparations are made!
3.Tape all openings closed to prevent spraying water into exhaust or air intakes during washing.
4.Tilt mower up on its rear wheels and thoroughly clean the underside of the deck. Do not tilt mower with spark plug or carburetor down. Scrape away any accumulation of grass with a putty knife and or wire brush.
5.Lubricate all exposed metal with a light coating of oil to prevent corrosion.
6.Loosen handle knobs. Carefully fold the handles forward, “flexing” the control cables to prevent cable damage.
7.Store the mower in a shed or other dry area, protected from weather.
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