Safely Instructions & Operator's Manual for SNAPPER 22” WALK BEHIND MOWERS Models 822675 (7800189) SP22675 (7800165) SPV22675HW (7800190) N822675 (7800228) NSP22675 (7800229) NSPV22675HW (7800230) NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject fo change without notice. * fetal 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. 7100873 (LR.
Thank You for purchasing this quality-built Snapper mower. We're pleased that you placed your confidence in the Snapper brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Snapper mower will provide many years of dependable service. This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with the machine and how to avoid them.
Table of Contents Operator Safely Important Operator Safety Instruct Preparation Unpacking . Handle Handle Height . . Grass Bag Side Discharge Deflector . | Mulching Tips How 10 Prepare the Engine . Final Preparation Operation Engine Stop Lever... Front Wheel Drive System (Self Propels Units) . Stopping the Engine... Starting the Engine . Rules for Safe and Effective Operation .. Maintenance Engine Maintenance Engine Tipping Cleaning the Mower Housing . Lubrication .. Adjusting the Leigh of Cu .
IMPORTANT OPERATOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: This powerful cutting making 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.
A 'important Operator Safety Instructions (Continued) Safe Handling of Gasoline (Continued From Previous Page) 6. DO NOT fill fuel containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place the containers on the ground away from the vehicle before filling. 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.
Preparation Preparation WARNING: Before doing any assembly or maintenance to the mower, remove the wire farm the spark plug. NOTE: In this instruction book, left and right describe the location of a part with the operator standing behind the handle. Unpacking The mower was fully assembled at the factory. When the mower was put in the carton, the handle was put in the storage position. To put the handle in the operating position, follow the steps below. Handle 1. Remove the mower from the carton, 2.
Preparation (Continued) Handle Height 1. Tum the knobs (A, Figure 4} on either side of the lower handle (B} to retract the locking pins. Align the lower handle with the desired set of holes in the handle brackets {C). Turn the knobs to release the locking pins and secure the lower handle Note: Du not remove the lower set of bolts and nuts securing the dower handle.
Preparation Preparation (Continued) Assembling the Grass Bag Note: On some mods, the side mounted discharge deflector is temporarily attached {for shipping purposes) to the rear of the mower. Before assembly of the grass bag. remove the side mounted discharge deflector 1. Slide the frame assembly (A, Figure 5) into the ends of the support tube Make sure the frame assembly is fully inserted into the support tube. 2. Make sure the handle (A, Figure 8) is on the outside of the grass bag. 3.
Preparation (Continued) Mounting the Grass Bag . To mount the grass bag on the mower, raise the rear door {A, Figure 8). Holding the grass bag by the handle {B}, mount the hooks {C} on either end of the grass bag frame assembly onto the rear door pivot rod (D). Lower the grass bag against the rear of the mower. Lower the rear door. Important: Make sure both pass bag hooks are mounted on the pivot rod, WARNING: Do not use the grass hag unless A the elastic top cover is closed.
Preparation Preparation (Continued) Attaching the Side Mounted Discharge Deflector WARNING: To prevent the engine from starting, disconnect the wire from the spark plug. For shipping purposes, the side deflector was not installed. Locate the side deflector and install as follows. 1. Raise the mulches cover (A, Figure 10) 2. Slide the two tabs (B) on the side deflector (C) under the pivot pin. 3. Lower the side deflector. Make sure the locking fab (A, Figure 11} goes through the slot in the side deflector.
Preparation (Continued) Mulching Tips Mulching finely cuts the grass so that the grass can be easily recycled. Because the nutrients are returned to the soil, the lawn will dean less fertilizer. To correctly mulch the lawn, follow the tips below. « The grass must be dry. If the grass is wet, it will be difficult 10 cut and cause heavy clumps of grass. « The grass must not be too tall. The maximum height to effectively cut is 4 1/2 inches.
Operation Operation Engine Stop Lever Release the engine stop lever (A, Figure 13) and the engine and the blade will automatically stop. To run the engine, hold the engine stop lever in the Operating position (B). Before you start the engine, operate the engine stop lever several times. Make sure the cable moves easily. a) Figure 13: Operating the engine stop lever Front Wheel Drive System {Self-Propelled Units Only) The mower has a front wheel drive system. Operate the drive system as follows. 1.
Operation (Continued) Starting the Engine WARNING: The blade will rotate when the engine runs, IMPORTANT: Before you start the engine, operate the engine stop lever several times. Make sure the engine stop cable moves freely. Note: The engine design does not include a throttle control ar an engine speed adjustment. The engine is set at the best speed for cutting grass, bagging grass, and for extended engine life. 1. Check the oil 2. Fill the fuel tank with regular unleaded gasoline.
Maintenance Maintenance Engine Maintenance Use the following maintenance section to keep your unit in good operating condition. All the maintenance information for the engine is in the “Engine Instruction Book™. Before you start the engine, read this book. WARNING: Be fare you make an inspection, adjustment {excel carburetor, or repair, stop the engine and disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
Maintenance (Continued) Removing the Drive Belt {Selim-Prapelied Units Only) WARNING: Before you remove the belt, disconnect the wire from the spark plug. 1. Remove the screws that secure the belt cover (A, Figure 18). Remove the bell cover. Note: The screws that secure the belt cover are located beneath the deck. 2. To remove the drive belt, tip the mower up. See “Engine Tipping” in the Maintenance section. 3. (SP22675 & NSP22675 Only): Loosen the belt tension bolt {A, Figure 20}.
Maintenance Maintenance (Continued) Adjusting the Drive Cable {Selim-Prapelied Units Only) WARNING: Before you adjust the drive cable, release the engine stop lever and wait for the engine ta stop. If the drive system does not engage and disengage correctly, check the handle for correct assembly. Make sure that all parts are in good condition, not broken or bent, and that all fasteners are tight, Worn parts and cable stretch will change the performance of the drive system.
Maintenance (Continued) Blade Service WARNING: Before you inspect the blade or the blade adapter, disconnect the wire fo the spark plug. If the blade hits an object, stop ihe engine. Disconnect the wire fo the spark plug. Check the unit for damage. Frequently check the blade for wear or damage such as cracks. Frequently check the bolt that holds the blade. Keep the bolt tight. If the blade hits an object, stop the engine. Disconnect the wire to the spark plug.
Maintenance Maintenance (Continued) Figure 25: Sharpening the blade Preparing the Mower for Storage WARNING: Do not remove gasoline while onsite a building, near a fire, or while you smoke, Ga saline fumes can cause an explanation or a fire. 1. Drain the fuel tank. 2. Let the engine run until it is out of gasoline. 3. Drain the oil from the warm engine. Fill the engine crankcase with new oil, 4. Remove the spark plug from the cylinder. Pour one ounce of oil into the cylinder.
Troubleshooting The engine will not start. 1. Make sure the fuel tank is filled with clean gasoline. Do not use old gasoline. 2. Ona cold engine. push the primer bunion {optional on some models). For the number of times required to push the primer button, see the engine manufacturer's instructions 3. Make sure the wire for the spark plug is connected to the spark plug. 4, Adjust the Carburetor. Refer to the engine manual, 5. There is too much gasoline in the engine cylinder. Remove and dry the spark plug.
Warranties SNAPPER 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For two {2) 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 McNaughton. Georgia, to be defective in material or workmanship or both.
Slope Guide SLOPE GUIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS GUIDE LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE, A CORNER OF A STRUCTURE, A POWER LINE POLE, OR FENCE. Operate a walk-behind mower “2 across the face of slopes, never up or down slopes. = CR G... iia. igs] Le 10 DEGREES 15 DEGREES Eh BY AL LDN A a BEAN Jas 4 TS eH Operate a riding mower up or down slopes, never across the face of slopes.
SNAPPER 22” WALK BEHIND MOWERS Product Specifications $22675/ SP22675 / SPV22675HW / N§22675 N§P22675 NSPY22675HW Sack Size (in) 22 22 22 Height of Cut fin) 16-38 15-35 16-38 Transmission Type NIA Single Speed/Gear Variable Speed/Gear (Self-Propertied nits Only) Ground Speed (mph) WA 23 0-42 (Eff-Fropelted Units Only} Engine Power (7 lbs) 8.75 8.75 8.75 Engine Displacement (ce) 190 190 190 Fuel Tank Capacity (gt) 1.