Snapper RP217019BV Familiarization, Briggs Engine Speed, Kawasaki Engine Speed, Control

Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION

WHEEL DRIVE

CONTROLBLADE

CONTROL

BRIGGS ENGINE SPEED

KAWASAKI

ENGINE

SPEED

ENGINE

SPEED CONTROL

ROPE

GROUND SPEED CONTROL

* LOCATION MAY VARY BY ENGINE

CONTROL

FAST

SLOW

CONTROL

CHOKE

FAST

SLOW

START

HANDLEOIL FILL

AND DIPSTICK *

FUEL FILL *

REAR HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

LATCH

SPRING-LOADED

RECYCLING COVERFRONT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LATCHES

ENGINE PRIMER (BRIGGS ENGINES ONLY)

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 - 4 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.

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