Manual

Maintenance-Introduction
To retain the quality of the mower, use genuineSNAPPER
replacement parts only. Contact a local SNAPPERdealer for
parts and service assistance.For the correct part or
information for a particular mower, always mention the
model and serial number.
WARNING
DONOTattempt any maintenance,adjustments or service
with engine and blade running. STOPengine and blade.
Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark
plug. Engineand components are HOT.Avoid serious
burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool.
Wear heavy leathergloves when handling or working
around cutting blades. Bladesare extremely sharp and can
causesevere injury.
Service- AfterFirst5 Hours
ChangeEngineOil
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2.
Refer to the EngineManual for proper oil specifications,
procedures and proper service intervals.
For the simplest/cleanest oil change,simply turn the
mower on its side to drain the oil, as shown. Drainthe
oil through the dipstick tube (A, Figure 13) into a con-
tainer.Allow sufficient time for all the oil to drain.
Important: Drain the fuel tank beforetipping the machine.
DO NOTtip the machinewith the carburetor or spark plug
down. Oil from the crankcasewill saturate the air filter and
causethe engineto be hard to start or not start at all. If
contamination does occur, the air filter will haveto be
replaced.
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Figure 13: Draining the engine oil
3. Dispose of drain oil properly.
4. Fill the enginewith oil as specified in the EngineManual.
Do Not overfill.
CheckMower Blade
1. Disconnect the spark plug wire and secure the end away
from the plug.
2. Tilt the mower up on its rear wheelsfor access to the
blade capscrew (A, Figure 14). Do not tilt the mower
with the spark plug or carburetor down.
Important: Drain the fuel tank before tipping the mower. DO
NOTtip the machinewith the carburetor or spark plug down.
Oil from the crankcasewill saturatethe air filter and cause
the engine to be hard to start or not start at all. If
contamination does occur, the air filter will haveto be
replaced.
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Figure 14: Tightening the blade cap screw
3. Checkthe torque of the bladecap screw. Recommended
torque should be 40 ft. Ibs.
4. Checkthe bladefor sharpness, wear and damage. Refer
to the Section entitled "BladeWear Limits".
CheckEngine DriveBelt
1. Visually check the engine drive belt for cracking, fraying,
severedor exposed belt strands. If worn or damaged,
replacethe belt before operating the mower.
Service- Periodic
Perform all maintenanceas described in the "Service
Schedule" section of this manual.
Engine
Service the engine according to the engineowner's manual.
Air Filter
Referto the engine owner's manual for service instructions.
EngineOil
Referto the engine owner's manual for service instructions.
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