Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for EUROPEAN 21” CAST ALUMINUM DECK WALK MOWERS SERIES 3 SELF-PROPELLED MODEL ELP21703BV MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION E MODEL DESIGNATION SELF-PROPELLED CUTTING WIDTH E – European Model L – Aluminum Deck P – Self Propelled 21 – 21” Cutting Width L P 21 70 3 BV ENGINE OPTIONS SERIES DESIGNATION ENGINE HORSE POWER * 70 – 7.
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 SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE OPERATION (Continued From Previous Page) 3. DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling. 4. DO NOT refuel the machine indoors. 5. DO NOT store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as on a water heater or other appliances. 6. DO NOT fill fuel containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE (Continued From Previous Page) 9. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blades or wear heavy leather gloves and use CAUTION when handling them. 10. DO NOT test for spark by grounding spark plug next to spark plug hole; spark plug could ignite gas exiting engine. 11. Have machine serviced by an authorized SNAPPER dealer at least once a year and have the dealer install any new safety devices. 12.
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................2-4 TABLE OF CONTENTS.............................................................................5 SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION..............................................................6 SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .........................................7-9 Pre-start Checklist................................................................................................
Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL HANDLEBAR BLADE CONTROL ENGINE SPEED CONTROL GROUND SPEED CONTROL GRASS CATCHER ROPE START HANDLE DISCHARGE DOOR OIL FILL/CHECK SINGLE POINT HEIGHT OF CUT ADJUSTING HANDLE HANDLE BAR SUPPORT FUEL CAP PRIMER MOWER DECK 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 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. 2.1.5. 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. 2.1.6.
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.2.2. PROPELLING MOWER 1. Move ground speed control to the desired speed position. See Figure 2.4. 2. Move wheel drive control against handle to engage wheel drive and propel mower forward. 3. Tighten the nuts on each lower handle bracket to maintain desired position. Torque nuts to 15 to 25 ft. lbs. IMPORTANT: Forward motion of machine must be stopped before changing position of the ground speed control. See Figure 2.4.
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.6 RECYCLING OPERATION Converting this mower to the recycling operation requires no tools. First, STOP engine. Raise discharge door located at rear of machine. Remove grass catcher. Insert recycling plug fully into discharge opening. Allow discharge door to close. See Figure 2.8. 2.7 INSTALLATION of GRASS CATCHER 1. Follow WARNING statement found on this page. 2. Lift discharge door located at the rear of machine. See Figure 2.9. 3.
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. 6. Fill engine with oil as specified in Engine Owner’s Manual. Thereafter, change oil after each 25 hours of use. 3.2.2. GREASE LEVEL IN TRANSMISSION The transmission requires no lubrication or maintenance.
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 4.2 WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT (Engine To Transmission Drive Belt) The wheel drive control requires periodic adjustment to maintain proper engine to transmission drive belt tension. The adjustment is located on the right handle and requires no tools. See Figure 4.4. IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate engine when inspecting or adjusting the drive belt. 1. Visually check engine drive belt for cracking, fraying, severed or belt strands exposed. Replace belt before operating mower.
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. TILT MOWER UP ON ITS BACK WHEELS! 4.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE Engine Will Not Start 1. Fuel tank empty. Using Recoil Starter 2. Engine requires priming. 3. Spark plug wire disconnected. Engine Stalls or Stops 1. Blade control is released or is not being held securely After Running against handle. 2. Fuel tank empty. 3. Engine air pre-cleaner and or air cleaner dirty. 4. Spark plug defective or gap set improperly. 5. Water, debris or stale fuel in fuel system. Engine Loses Power 1. Engine air pre-cleaner or air cleaner dirty. 2.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED Engine Oil REF.
DECAL IDENTIFICATION KEEP CHILDREN AND OTHERS OUT OF MOWING SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL. OBSERVE AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN OPERATOR’S MANUALS, AND ON THE MOWER, ENGINE AND ATTACHMENTS BEFORE OPERATING. (1) WARNING 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.
DECAL IDENTIFICATION FAST SPEED (RABBIT) rd 3 TOP SPEED GROUND SPEED DECAL P/N 7-5475 2 nd EUROPEAN COMMUNITY DECAL 29776 MEDIUM SPEED st 1 SLOW SPEED SLOW SPEED (TURTLE) (10) EUROPEAN PERFORMANCE: Maximum level of vibration measured at the operators hand is 23.4 m/sec2. (7) GROUND SPEED: Shows direction of movement and the ability to select one of three ground speeds by moving the lever.
DECAL IDENTIFICATION CHUTE DEFLECTOR DECAL P/N 4-6924 (13) WARNING: DO NOT operate without grass catcher, side chute or plug installed. WARNING DECAL P/N 1-3010 (14) WARNING: Located on the right side of the Mower Deck. It advises operator of the danger of the rotating blade.
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 McDonough, Georgia, to be defective in material or workmanship or both.
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Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for EUROPEAN 21” CAST ALUMINUM DECK WALK MOWERS SERIES 3 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.