Safety Instructions& Operator'sManual for 21" VARIABLE SPEED REARDISCHARGE WALKBEHIND MOWERS \ Models SPV21675(7800179) SPV21675E (7800195) NSPV21675 (7800231) NSPV21675E (7800232) J NOTE:Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subjectto changewithout notice. * Actual sustained engine power will likely be lower due to operating limitations and environmental factors. Please refer to 'Engine Power Rating Information' for further details. Manual No. 7101301 (I.R.
ThankYou for purchasing this quality-built Snapper mower. We're pleasedthat you placedyour confidence in the Snapper brand. When operatedand maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Snapper mower will provide many years of dependableservice. This manual containssafety information to make you awareof the hazardsand risks associatedwith the machine and how to avoid them.
Tableof Contents ctl -,'.l i,,=l. Operator Safety ................................................ Important Operator Safety Instructions .................................. 2 2 Featuresand Controls ........................................... 4 Operation .................................................... Pre-Start Checklist .................................................. Starting & Stopping Engine & Blade ..................................... Propelling Mower ......................................
,A IMPORTANTOPERATOR SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS WARNING:This powerful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can cause injury and damage! Failureto comply with the following SAFETYinstructions could result in serious injury or death to the operator or other persons. The owner of the machine must understand these instructions and must allow only persons who understand these instructions to operate machine.
IMPORTANTOPERATORSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS(Continued) SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE OPERATION (ContinuedFromPrevious Page) (ContinuedFrom Previous Column) 7. Remove gas-powered equipment from the vehicle or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel equipment using a portable container, rather than a gasoline dispenser nozzle. 8. DO NOT start gas powered equipment in enclosed vehicles or trailers. 9.
IMPORTANT The figures and illustrations in this manual are provided for reference only and may differ from your specific model, Contact your Snapper dealer if you have questions. a,., I..I. FeaturesandControls A. B. C. D. E. 4 Oil Fill Capand Dipstick Fuel Filler Cap Recycling Cover Battery Box Height Adjustment Lever E G. H. I. J. Blade Control Rope Start Handle Drive Wheel Control Rear Discharge Door Grass Bag www.snapper.
Pre-StartCheckList Startingand Operation Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up. 1. Checkthe guards, deflectors, grass bag, and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tightened. 2. Checkthe blade control (A, Figure 1) and wheel drive control (B) to insure they work freely. 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.
Startingand Operation(Continued) HandleHeightAdjustment Propelling the Mower The height of the mower handle can be adjusted as follows: 1. Turn the two locking cams (A, Figure 5) a quarter-turn to unlock the handle assembly (B). 2. Align the handle assembly with one of the three handle height adjustment holes (C) in the mounting brackets. 3. Return the locking cams to their original position to lock the handle. 1. Start the engine.
WARNING DONOT attempt any maintenance,adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOPengine and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT.Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool. CuttingHeightAdjustment 1. Pull the height adjusting lever (A, Figure 6) outward, and move to the desired cutting height. The highest cutting position is Notch 9 (B; also see Figure 7). The lowest cutting position is Notch 1 (C).
WARNING DONOT attempt any maintenance,adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOPengine and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT.Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool. Installingthe GrassBag 1. Raise the rear discharge door (A, Figure 11). 2. Removethe recycling plug. Refer to the section entitled "Removing the Recycling Plug". 3.
Maintenance-Introduction Check Mower Blade To retain the quality of the mower, use genuine SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact a local SNAPPERdealer for parts and service assistance. For the correct part or information for a particular mower, always mention the model and serial number. WARNING DONOT attempt any maintenance,adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOPengine and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT.
WARNING DONOT attempt any maintenance,adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOPengine and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT.Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool. Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades. Bladesare extremely sharp and can cause severe injury. Wheel Drive Components 1. Remove the rear cover.
WARNING 3. Removethe blade (B, Figure16). DONOT attempt any maintenance,adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOPengine and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT.Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool. Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades. Bladesare extremely sharp and can cause severe injury.
WARNING DO NOTattempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOPengine and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT.Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool. Wheel DriveControlAdjustment The wheel drive control lever (A, Figure 18) should engage the transmission when the lever is squeezedback toward the handlebar,and should disengagethe transmission when the lever is released. 3.
EngineDrive Belt Replacement WARNING DO NOTattempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOPengine and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT.Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool. Belt Service On self-propelled mowers, the engine belt transmits power from the engine to the transmission that powers the rear wheels.
WARNING DO NOTattempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOPengine and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT.Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool. BatteryService .m Battery Testing Checkthe battery's state of charge using a voltmeter. Rememberto hook the positive lead to the battery's positive terminal, and the negative lead to the negative terminal.
WARNING DO NOTattempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOPengine and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT.Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool. Rear CoverRemovalandInstallation To Removethe Rear Cover 1. Remove the three fasteners (A, Figure 24) securing the rear apron to the machine. 2. Remove the two fasteners (B) securing the rear cover to the machine. 3.
ServiceSchedule ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED REF.
Troubleshooting PROBLEM PROBABLECAUSE CORRECTIVEACTION 1. Fueltank empty. 1. Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel. 2. Engine needs priming. 2. Prime. Check Engine Manual for Instructions. 3. Spark plug wire disconnected, 3. Placespark plug wire onto spark plug. Engine Will Not Start 1. Fueltank empty. 1. Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel. (Electric Start Models) 2. Engine needs priming. 2. Prime. Check Engine Manual for Instructions. 3. Spark plug wire disconnected. 3. Placespark plug wire onto spark plug. 4.
2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For two (2) years from purchase date for the original purchaser's residential, non-commercial use, SNAPPER,through any authorized SNAPPERdealer will replace,free of charge (except for taxes where applicable), any part or parts found upon _xamination by the factory at McDonough, Georgia,to be defective in material or workmanship or both.
1-- I Operate a walk-behind mower across the face of slopes, never up or down slopes. I I _=t= .. 10 DEGREES 15 DEGREES Operate a riding mower up or down slopes, never across the face of slopes. On a riding mower to determine if a slope is safe to mow: (1) disengage the blade(s), (2) put the unit in reverse, and (3) try to back straight up the slope. If you can back up the slope, it is generally safe to mow.
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21" VARIABLESPEED REARDISCHARGE WALKBEHIND MOWERS Product Specifications (All) Deck Size (in) 21 Height of Cut (in) Transmission Type 1.25 - 4 Variable Speed/Gear Ground Speed (mph) 0- 4.2 Engine Power (ft-lbs) 6.75 Engine Displacement (cc) 190 Fuel Tank Capacity (qt) 1.
