Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for EUROPEAN 21” CAST ALUMINUM DECK “M” MODEL WALK MOWERS SERIES 1 SELF-PROPELLED & ELECTRIC START MODELS EMLP21501KWV EMLP21601 EMLP21601E MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION E M MODEL DESIGNATION SELF-PROPELLED CUTTING WIDTH E – European Model L - Aluminum Deck Model L P 21 60 1 E ENGINE OPTIONS SERIES DESIGNATION ENGINE HORSE POWER M – Middle Market P – Self Propelled Model 21 – 21” Cutting Width 50 - 5.0 HP (Engine Horse Power) 60 – 6.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: This powerful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can cause injury and damage! Failure to comply with the following SAFETY instructions 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPERATION MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 1. 1. DO NOT store mower or fuel container inside where fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light such as in a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliance. Allow engine to cool before storing machine in an enclosure. Store fuel container out of reach of children in a well ventilated, unoccupied building. 2. Keep mower and engine free of grass, leaves or excess grease to reduce fire hazard and engine overheating. 3.
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................ 2-3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................................ 4 SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION.............................................................. 5 SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS......................................... 6-8 Pre-start Checklist ...............................................................................................
Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION BLADE CONTROL HANDLEBAR GROUND SPEED CONTROL ENGINE SPEED CONTROL WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL GRASS CATCHER DISCHARGE DOOR ROPE START HANDLE OIL FILL/CHECK FUEL CAP SINGLE POINT HEIGHT OF CUT ADJUSTING HANDLE HANDLE BAR SUPPORT MOWER DECK PRIMER FIGURE 1.1 1.1 INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared for the operators of the SNAPPER WALK BEHIND MOWERS.
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1.5. The battery should be removed from its carton and filled with electrolyte. Refer to Section “BATTERY SERVICE” for battery preparation. 2.1.6. Add fuel to tank after pushing the mower outside where fumes can safely dissipate. Make sure cap is tightened after refueling. Refer to Engine Owners Manual for specifications. 2.1.7. Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and engine of any accumulation of spilled fuel, dirt, grass, oil, etc.
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.2 STARTING & OPERATION 2.2.2. ENGINE & BLADE (Primer Models) (Electric Start) When the ignition key is turned to “START”, the engine will not crank over and will not start unless the blade control is engaged! 1. Move engine speed control to the “Fast” (Rabbit) position. See Figure 2.4. 2. Push primer button three times to start a cold engine. NOTE: Do not use primer button to start warm engine. 3. Pull blade control against handle. 4.
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING LIFT DISCHARGE DOOR DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Remove key. 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. 2.5 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 1. Pull the cutting height adjusting handle outward and move to desired cutting height. See Figure 2.7.
Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 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 may spill onto drive belt and hands, immediately wipe hands clean with cloth rags. Dispose of oil properly. 3.1 INTRODUCTION To retain the quality of the mower, use genuine SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact a local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance.
Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.3 SERVICE - ANNUALLY Perform all maintenance as described in the maintenance schedule. WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Remove key. 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.
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Remove key. 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. Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury.
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Remove key. 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. Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury. HOLD BLADE CONTROL AGAINST HANDLEBAR 4.
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING TILT MOWER UP ON ITS BACK WHEELS! DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Remove key. 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. Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury. 4.
Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING WARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Remove key. 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. DO NOT attempt to service or charge the battery while it is installed on the machine. Cables must be connected to battery terminals in the proper position.
Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR WARNING WARNING The electrolyte (acid) produces a highly explosive gas. Keep all sparks, flame and fire away from area when charging battery or when handling electrolyte or battery. Electrolyte (acid) is a highly corrosive liquid. Wear eye protection. Wash affected areas immediately after having eye or skin contact with electrolyte (acid). Battery acid is corrosive. Rinse empty acid containers with water and mutilate before discarding.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE Engine Will Not Start 1. Fuel tank empty. Using Recoil Starter 2. Engine requires priming. 1. Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel. 2. Push primer button 3 times.. 3. Place spark plug wire onto spark plug. 3. Spark plug wire disconnected. Engine Will Not Start Using Electric Starter CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. Fuel tank empty. 2. Engine requires priming/choking. 3. Spark plug wire disconnected. 4. Faulty ignition switch. 5. Blade control not engaged. 6.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED Engine Oil REF. EACH USE X Page 9 Initial Oil Change Page 10 Periodic Oil Change Page 10 X* Clean Sponge Element X** Clean or Replace Spark Plug Replace Engine Manual.
DECAL IDENTIFICATION WARNING DECAL P/N 2-9825 (1) WARNING: Located on the top edge of the Discharge Door. It advises operator regarding Safety Instructions. WARNING (DECK) DECAL P/N 7-2921 (2) WARNING (DECK): Read and follow Starting and Safety Instructions in Owner’s Manual. Improper use of machine can result in serious injury. CHOKE CHUTE WARNING DECAL 29784 FAST (RABBIT) POSITION ENGINE SPEED CONTROL DECAL P/N 2-6467 (3) WARNING: Located on the left side of the back wall of the mower deck.
DECAL IDENTIFICATION HEIGHT CONTROL DECAL P/N 2-8454 GROUND DRIVE DECAL P/N 2-9432 (8) HEIGHT CONTROL INSTRUCTION: Shows direction of movement of HEIGHT ADJUST HANDLE to select a change in height if cut from highest cutting height (clockwise) to the lowest height (counterclockwise). Note that there is a total of eleven heights of cut. (12) GROUND DRIVE: Pull lever against handle to engage drive. Release lever to disengage drive.
3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For three (3) years from purchase date for the original purchaser's residential, non-commercial use, SNAPPER, through any authorized SNAPPER dealer will replace, free of charge (except for taxes where applicable), any part or parts found upon examination by the factory at McDonough, Georgia, to be defective in material or workmanship or both.
Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for EUROPEAN 21” CAST ALUMINUM DECK “M” MODEL WALK MOWERS SERIES 1 IMPORTANT Snapper products are built using engines that meet or exceed all applicable emissions requirements on the date manufactured. The labels on those engines contain very important emissions information and critical safety warnings. Read, Understand, and Follow all warnings and instructions in this manual, the engine manual, and on the machine, engine and attachments.
