Pre-Start Check List

Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up.

1.Check the guards, deflectors, grass bag, and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tightened.

2.Check the blade control (A, Figure 1) and wheel drive control (B) to insure they work freely.

A

B

Figure 1: Mower controls

3.Check the cutting height. Adjust to the desired height. Refer to the Section ‘Cutting Height Adjustment’.

4.Check the engine oil and add oil as needed to bring the level up to the full mark (A, Figure 2). Refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual for oil specifications.

A

Figure 2: Checking engine oil

5.Add fuel to the tank after pushing the mower outside where fumes can safely dissipate. Fill the tank to 1-1/2 inches below the top of the filler neck (to allow for fuel expansion). Make sure the cap is tightened after fueling. Refer to the Engine Owners Manual for fuel specifications.

6.Clean the exterior surfaces of the cutting deck and engine of any accumulation of spilled fuel, dirt, grass, oil, etc. Keep the engine air intake screen and cooling fins clear at all times.

7.Perform battery service. Refer to the Section ‘Battery Service’.

Starting and Operation

Engine and Blade

1.Pull the blade control (A, Figure 3) against the handle.

2.Start the mower:

Manual Start Models: Pull the rope start handle (B) to crank the engine.

Electric Start Models: Insert the key (C) into the ignition switch (D), located on the right side of the handle above the rope guide. Turn the key to crank the engine.

3.After the engine starts, allow a brief warm-up until the engine runs smooth before beginning mower operation.

NOTE: To stop the engine (and blade), release the blade control.

 

A

B

Operation

 

 

D

 

C

Figure 3: Starting the mower

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Snapper SPV21675EFC (7800266), SPV21675FC (7800265) Pre-Start Check List, Starting and Operation, Engine and Blade

SPV21675FC, SPV21675EFC, SPV21675EFC (7800266), SPV21675FC (7800265) specifications

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