Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for SNAPPER 22” WALK BEHIND MOWERS Models $2265 (7800186) | SP2265 (7800165) | SPU22675HW (7800190) NS2265 (7800228) NSP2265 (7800229) | NSPY22675HW (7800230) NOTE: Specifications are correct at Hume of printing and are subject te change without notice, * Actual sustained engine power will likely be lower ne to operating assimilation and environmental factors. Please refer to ‘Engine Power Rating Information’ for further details. SNAP, Manual No. 7102320 (1.R.
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 LL... Important Operator Safety Instructions Preparation . . .. Unpacking . Handle Handle Height Grass Bag Side Discharge Deflector Mulching Tips How to Prepare the Engine . Final Preparation Operation Engine Stop Lever... LL Front Wheel Drive System (Proselytized nits . Stopping the Engine Starting the Engine Rules for Safe and Effective Operation .. Maintenance . . Engine Maintenance Engine Tipping Cleaning the Mower Housing . Lubrication .. ..
Operator Safety L A IMPORTANT OPERATOR 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.
A Important Operator Safety Instructions (Continued) Safe Handling of Gasoline {Continued From Previous Page) 8. DO NOT fill fuel containers inside a vehicle or on a truck of trailer bed with a plastic finer. 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. Turn 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). Tum the knobs to release the locking pins and secure the lower handle Note: Do not remove the lower set of boles and nuts securing the lower handle.
Preparation Preparation (Continued) Assembling the Grass Bag Note: On some mod sis, 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 grass bag (B). 2. Make sure the handle (A, Figure 6) is on the outside of the grass bag. 3. First, attach the clips (B, Figure 8) to the side of the frame assembly {C).
Preparation (Continued) Mao! 1 uniting the Grass Bag To mount the grass bag on the mower, raise the rear door (A, Figure 7). 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 bay against the rear of the mower. Lower the rear door. Important: Make sure both grass bag hooks are mounted on the pivot rod. WARNING: Check the condition of the grass hag tor wear or deterioration.
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 8). 2. Slide the two tabs {B) on the side deflector under the pivot pin. 3. Lower the side deflector. Make sure the locking tab (A, Figure 8} goes through the slot in the side deflector. 4.
Preparation (Continued) Mulching Tips Mooching finely cuts the grass so that the grass can be easily recycled. Because the nutrients are resumed to the sail, the lawn will need 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 to 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 nnn Operation Engine Stop Lever Release the engine stop lever (A, Figure 11} 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. TT Figure 11: Operating the engine stop lever Front Wheel! Drive System (Set-Propelled Units Only) The mower has a front whee! 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 engines stop fever several times. Make sure the engine stop cable moves freely. finite: The engine design does not include a throttle control or 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, rad this book. WARNING: Before you make an inspection, adjustment {except carburetor), or repair, stop the engine and disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
Maintenance (Continued) Removing the Drive Belt {Self-Propelled 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 17}. Remove the belt cover. Note: The screws that secure the elf cover are located beneath the deck. 2. To remove the drive belt, tip the mower up. Ses “Engine Tipping” in the Maintenance section. 3. {SP2265 & NSP2265 Only): Loosen the belt tension bolt {A, Figure 18).
Maintenance Maintenance (Continued) Adjusting the Drive Cable {Self-Propelled Units Only) WARNING: Before you adjust the drive cable, release the engine slop lever and wait for the engine to stop. If the drive system does not engage and disengage correctly, check the handle for correct assembly. Make sure that ail parts are in good condition, not broken or bent, and that alt 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 to the spark plug. 1 the blade hits an chest, spat the engine. Disconnect the wire to the spark plug. Cheek 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 belt tight. If the blade hits an object, stop the engine. Disconnect the wire to the spark plug.
Maintenance (Continued) Figure 23: Sharpening the blade Preparing the Mower for Storage 5. Clean the dirt and debris from the cylinder cooling fins and the engine housing. WARNING: [To not remove gasoline while 6. Clean the bottom of the mower housing. inside a building, near a fire, or while you 7. Make sure the grass bag fs empty of grass. Grass smoke, Gasoline fumes can cause an remaining in the bag during storage will damage the explosion or a fire. bag. | 8.
Troubleshooting The engine will not start. 1. Make sure the fuel tank is filled with clean gasoline. Do not use old gasoline. 2. On a cold engine, push the primer button {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.
oe 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, 24 POWER LINE POLE, OR FENCE. {J} Operate a walk-behind mower 3d across the face of slopes, fi raven up or down slopes. Operate a riding mower up or down slopes, never 10 DEGREES across the face of slopes. AA tin irl, ada Suet Cola Ata os 2 abt id On a riding mower to determine if a slope is safe to mow: {1) disengage the blades), (2) put the unit in reverse, and (3} try to back straight up the slope.
SNAPPER 22” WALK BEHIND MOWERS Product Specifications $2265 / SP2265 / SPV22675HW / NS2265 NS$P2265 NSPV22675HW Deck Size (inj 22 22 22 Height of Cut (in) 15-38 15-38 15-38 Transmission Type NA Single Speeding Variable Speed/Gear (Self-Propelled Units Only) Ground Speed mph) N/A 23 0-42 (Self-Propelled Units Only) Engine Power (ft is) 6.50 6.50 6.
