Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for 20" STEEL DECK WALK MOWERS SERIES 13 I R204513E MODEL MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION MODEL DESIGNATION CUTTING WIDTH ENGINE HORSE POWER ENGINE OPTIONS SERIES DESIGNATION R - Recycling Model 20 - 20" Cutting Width I 46 - 4.
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 6. 4. Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Tall grass can hide obstacles. 7. DO NOT mow near drop offs, ditches or embankments. Operator could lose footing or balance. 8. DO NOT mow on wet grass Always be sure of your footing; keep a firm hold on the handle and walk; never run. Slipping could cause injury.
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS DEALER SET-UP ................................................ ............................................................................ AND CHECKLIST SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION SECTION 2 - OPERATING ..................................................... .............................................................. INSTRUCTIONS ....................................... Pre-start Checklist ....................................
DEALER SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS for SNAPPER 20" STEEL DECK WALK BEHIND MOWERS This SNAPPER Walk Behind Mower uses a handle engine control bail system to kill the engine for the SAFETY of the operator. These mowers are designed for quick set-up. The checklist on Page 6 should be filled out by the dealer as the items are checked off and/or performed and the Consumer/Operator Product Registration card filled out and sent to the Customer Service department at SNAPPER when completed.
DEALER CHECKLIST for SNAPPER 20" STEEL DECK WALK BEHIND MOWERS The following must the Dealer performs SET-UP __ be achieved upon and accomplishes the purchase of the mower. the set-up and the operational It is very important that tests as listed below. (Details on Page 5 of this Instruction) FOAM SHIPPING BLOCK removed from cutting blade. __ UPPER HANDLE & LOWER HANDLE secured in place and hardware tightened securely. __ SIDE CHUTE, RECYCLING COVER or GRASS BAG installed on mower.
NOTE" This page is left blank so dealer can remove page 5 for future reference regarding Warranty, proof of purchase, traceability for product recall or service, etc.
Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION _BLADE CONTROL SWITCH BOX ROPE START T-HANDLE BLADE CONTROL CABLE UPPER HANDLE FUEL FILLER CAP T-KNOB ENGINE LOWER BRACKET OIL FILL CAP & DIPSTICK RECYCLING COVER MOWER DECK COVER KNOBS 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.
Section 2 - OPERATING 2.1 INSTRUCTIONS PRE-START CHECK LIST Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up. 2.1.1. Check guards, deflectors, grass bag, adapter and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tightened. 2.1.2. Check blade control to insure it works freely. See Figure 2.1. 2.1.5. Add fuel to tank after pushing the mower outside where fumes can safely dissipate. Make sure cap is tightened after refueling.
Section 2 - OPERATING 2.2 INSTRUCTIONS STARTING & OPERATION 2.2.2. ENGINE & BLADE (120 Volt Electric Start) a,I WARNING To avoid electrical shock or injury, make sure power I cord is away from cutting blade before attempting to start engine. I WARNING The 120 volt electric start models are supplied with a 10 foot three-wire power cord. The plug is designed to operate on 120 volt AC household current.
Section 2 - OPERATING 2.2 INSTRUCTIONS STARTING & OPERATION 2.2.2. ENGINE & BLADE (120 Volt Electric Start) WARNING Before attempting any adjustments to the cutting height, STOP the engine, remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug and secure wire away from plug. DO NOT make any adjustments with engine or blade running. Be extremely careful when performing adjustments around engine. Engine is extremely hot and can cause severe burns.
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3. Move ground speed control to slowest speed setting. 4. Proceed mowing slowly. If grass is very dense, lower each rear wheel latch one notch lower than the front wheel latches to improve recycling performance. WARNING Before attempting any adjustments to the cutting height, STOP the engine, remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug and secure wire away from plug. DO NOT make any adjustments with engine or blade running.
Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 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. For the correct part or information for a particular mower, always mention model and serial number. 3.2 SERVICE - AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS 3.2.1. CHANGE ENGINE OIL 5. Lower the mower down and place the piece of wood under left rear wheel. Reach under mower and remove drain plug and allow oil to drain out completely in pan.
Section 3 - MAINTENANCE 3.3 ANNUALLY (END OF EACH SEASON) Perform all maintenance as described in the maintenance schedule. 3.3.1. Engine Service engine according to engine owner's manual. 3.3.2. Air Filter Refer to engine owner's manual for service instructions. 3.3.3. Engine Oil Refer to engine owner's manual for service instructions. 3.4 STORAGE PROCEDURE Refer to the Engine Owner's Manual for directions regarding engine storage preparations. Prepare the mower for "end of season" storage as follows: 1.
Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS WARNING & REPAIR _IL MAKE SURE THAT BLADE HUB IS SEATED Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, STOP the engine, remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug and secure wire away from plug. Be extremely careful when performing adjustments around engine. Engine is extremely hot and can cause severe burns. Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades. Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury. 4.1 ..... ........
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Engine Will Not Start Using Recoil Starter Engine Will Not Start Using Electric Starter Engine Stalls or Stops After Running PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. Fuel tank empty. 1. Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel. 2. Engine needs priming. 3. Spark plug wire disconnected. 4. Spark plug faulty. 2. Push primer three times. 3. Place spark plug wire onto spark plug. 4. Replace with new spark plug. 1. Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Fuel tank empty.
SERVICE SCHEDULE ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED Engine Oil Air Pre-Cleaner REF. Check Oil Level Page 9 Initial Oil Change Page 9 Periodic Oil Change Page 13 Clean Sponge Element EACH USE 50 HRS 100 HRS X X* Air Cleaner Clean or Replace Spark Plug Replace Engine Manual. Clean Shroud & Fins Engine Manual Check For Wear, Damage & Replacement Clean Debris Accumulation Page 15 X Page 14 X Mower Deck 25 HRS X Engine Manual & Page 14. Engine Manual.
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.
PRIMARY MAINTENANCE VS. An illustration of how dirt can damage your engine & how reasonable maintenance can protect it! Snapper uses the best available engines and components in their products in order to provide long, satisfactory service. However, proper care is essential in prolonging engine life.
PRIMARY MAINTENANCE Knowing the dirt will quickly ruin an engine, manufacturers equip their engine with extremely efficient air cleaners to filter out the harmful dirt. The engine must gulp about 12,000 gallons of air for every gallon of fuel used. Because of its working environment, the air available to your Snapper engine is heavily saturated with airborne dirt particles. Damage caused by a poorly serviced air cleaner is not covered under the engine warranties.
PRIMARY MAINTENANCE Air is also needed to keep your engine cool. Dirt, dust & debris build up restricts and clogs cooling air intake screens and fins. Clean screens and fins at frequent intervals. The engine blower housing and shrouds should be removed at least once each season or more often under dry, dusty conditions for a thorough cleaning of fins.
PRIMARY MAINTENANCE On 2-cycle engines, lubrication must be provided by an exact mixture of gasoline and 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil. A 2-cycle engine that is mistakenly run on straight gasoline will be ruined in less than 5 minutes! If you keep straight gasoline in addition to pre-mixed 2-cycle engine fuel, be sure the containers are clearly marked to avoid mix-up. Snapper 2-cycle engines require a 32 to 1 mixture of gasoline and BIA certified TC-W oil such as Snapper's 2-cycle engine oil.
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Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for 20" STEEL DECK WALK BEHIND MOWERS SERIES 13 I,_WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. R__OORO COPYRIGHT 01999 SNAPPERINC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED MANUAL No. 7-2036 .(REV.
