Manual

ManualsBrandsSnapper ManualsRiding Mowers & Tractors(7800344) Official Snapper lawn tractor

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Howto Preparethe Engine

NOTE:The enginewas shipped from the factory filled with

oil. Checkthe level of the oil. Add oil as needed.

NOTE:The operation of a new engine will sometimes result

in a slight amount of smoke. This smoke is causedby paint

or oil on or around the muffler. This is normal and only

expected during initial operation.

A separateengine manual is also included with the unit. See

this engine manual for the manufacturer's instructions for

the type of gasoline and oil to use. Beforeyou use the unit,

read the information on safety, operation, maintenance,and

storage.

,_ WARNING:Followthe enginemanufacturer's

instructionsfor thetype of gasolineand oil touse.

Alwaysusea safety gasolinecontainer. Do not

smokewhenaddinggasoline tothe engine. When

insidean enclosure,do notfill with gasoline.

Beforeyouadd gasoline, stopthe engine. Letthe

enginecoolfor several minutes.

IMPORTANT:This unit is equipped with an internal

combustion engine and must not be used on or nearany

unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered

land unlessthe engine's exhaust system is equippedwith a

spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).

If a spark arrester is used, it must be maintained in effective

working order by the operator.

In the State of Californiathe above is required by law

(Section 4442 of the California Public ResourcesCode).

Other states may have similar laws. Federallaws apply on

federal lands. Seean Authorized Service Centerfor a spark

arrester for the muffler.

In some areas,local law requires the use of a resistor spark

plug to control the ignition signals. Seean Authorized

Service Centerfor a resistor spark plug for the engine.

NOTE:Actual sustained horsepowerwill likely be lower due

to operating limitations and environmental factors.

ChecktheTires

NOTE:The tires may be over inflated for shipment.

Checkthe air pressure in the tires. Tires with too much air

pressure will cause the unit to ride rough. Also, the wrong

air pressure will keepthe mower housing from cutting level.

Recommendedair pressure is 14 PSI (1 BAR).

Checkthe Level ofthe Mower Deck

Make sure the level of cut is still correct. After you mow a

short distance, look at the areathat was cut. If the mower

deck does not cut level, see the instructions on "How To

LevelThe Mower Deck" in the Maintenancesection of this

instruction book.

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