Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for 21” STEEL DECK WALK MOWERS SERIES 17 MODELS R215517HC RP217017BV RP215517HC RP217017BVE MR216517B MRP216517B MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION MR P 21 70 17 BV MODEL DESIGNATION SELF-PROPELLED CUTTING WIDTH M – Model Designation R – Recycling Model 55 – 5.5 HP 70 – 7.0 HP ENGINE DESIGNATION SERIES DESIGNATION ENGINE HORSE POWER P – Self Propelled Model 21 – 21” Cutting Width 65 – 6.
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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...................................................................... 2 - 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS......................................................................................................4 SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION.......................................................................................5 SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS............................................................... 6-10 Pre-start Checklist.............................
Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL BRIGGS ENGINE SPEED CONTROL BLADE CONTROL HONDA ENGINE SPEED CONTROL GROUND SPEED CONTROL CHOKE FAST IGNITION KEY FAST ROPE START HANDLE SLOW SLOW FUEL FILLER CAP OIL FILL CAP AND DIPSTICK ENGINE PRIMER REAR HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LATCH GRASS BAG ADAPTER FRONT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LATCHES 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. 2.1.2. Check blade control and wheel drive control to insure they work freely. See Figure 2.1. 2.2 STARTING & OPERATION 2.2.1. ENGINE & BLADE (Primer Models) 1. Move engine speed control to the “Fast” (Rabbit) position. See Figure 2.3.
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.2 STARTING & OPERATION 2.2.1. ENGINE & BLADE (Choke Models) 1. Move fuel shut off valve to the “ON” position. See Figure 2.5. 2.2 STARTING & OPERATION 2.2.1. ENGINE & BLADE (Electric Start Models) When the ignition key (Electric Start Switch) is turned to “START”, the engine will not crank and will not start unless the blade control is engaged! 1. Move engine speed control to the “Fast” (Rabbit) position. See Figure 2.3. 2.
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.4 HANDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The height of the mower handle can be adjusted as follows: 1. Loosen the lower nuts on each lower handle as shown in Figure 2.8. 2.5 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 2. Set all wheels at the same cutting height. The highest cutting position is Notch 6. The lowest cutting position is Notch 1. See Figure 2.10. HIGHER LATCH POSITIONS LOWER HANDLE LOWER CUTTING HEIGHT SETTINGS LOOSEN LOWER NUTS ON EACH LOWER HANDLE FIGURE 2.10 FIGURE 2.8 2.
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.8 INSTALLATION of RECYCLING PLUG (Optional Accessory on Some Models) STEP 1: Once adapter has been installed, recycling may be desired. Insert recycling plug completely and securely into adapter. Install grass bag. See Figure 2.12. WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT.
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. 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. HOOK BAG HANDLE OVER LOWER HANDLES 2.
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.14 INSTALLATION of RECYCLING COVER (Optional Accessory on Some Models) It will be necessary to remove bag adapter and grass bag or discharge deflector before installing recycling cover. See previous section for instructions. Install the recycling cover and secure to the side and top of the deck with the two nuts provided on the machine. Slide top portion of cover under nut secured to the deck. See Figure 2.19.
Section 3 – MAINTENANCE HONDA ENGINE 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. WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT.
Section 3 – MAINTENANCE 3.2.5. CHECK TRANSMISSION POLY-V BELT 1. Visually check poly-v belt for cracking, fraying, severed or belt strands exposed. If worn or damaged, replace belt before operating mower. WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. 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.
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 2. Replace the blade if it is badly chipped, bent, noticeably out of balance or has cracks or notch in either tip. See Figure 4.1 & 4.1A. Replace with new blade. WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. 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.
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING CLUTCH CABLE DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. 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. VINYL SPRING 1/16” TO 1/8” CLEARANCE UPPER SPRING CLUTCH CABLE EYE SPRING HOOK LOWER SPRING 4. Sharpen blade on a grinding wheel at an angle of 22 to 28 degrees.
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS IMPORTANT: If machine drive system continues slipping see Trouble Shooting section. WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. 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. USE NEEDLE NOSE PLIERS TO INSTALL DRIVE SPRING 4.
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING 1/8” MEASUREMENT TO OUTSIDE EDGE OF DRIVE DISC DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. 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. DRIVE DISC SLIDE DRIVEN DISC ASSEMBLY TOWARD OUTSIDE EDGE 4.3.3. DRIVEN DISC ADJUSTMENT (Continued From Previous Page) 2.
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 4.3.5. Replacing Bearing In Driven Disc Assembly IMPORTANT: The bearing, on these machines, is staked into the thrust plate. The bearing will have to be driven out with a mallet and a large punch. A new bearing with four retaining screws will have to be purchased to replace existing bearing. If the driven disc bearing requires replacement, remove the driven disc assembly and replace bearing as follows: 1.
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 4.4 BELT SERVICE On self-propelled mowers, the engine belt transmits power from engine to drive disc. The drive disc powers the poly-v belt, which engages the transmission that powers the rear wheels. Should these belts become worn, they could cause slippage, which would impair mower performance. The condition of the engine belt and poly-v belt should be checked after every 25 hours of mower operation.
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS PULLEY POSITION WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. 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. DRIVE DISC SLOT IN END OF DRIVE DISC BOLT BUSHING 4.4.1.
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 4.5.2. BATTERY SERVICE 1. Remove battery. 2. Place battery in a well ventilated area on a level surface. 3. Using distilled water, refill cells as required to bring fluid to proper level. 4. With cell caps removed, connect battery charger to battery terminals. Red to positive (+) terminal and black to negative (-) terminal. 5. Slow charge battery at 1 amp for 10 hours. 6.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Engine Will Not Start Using Recoil Starter PROBABLE CAUSE 1. Fuel tank empty. 2. Engine needs choking or priming. 3. Spark plug wire disconnected. 4. Honda Engines Only – Fuel Shut-Off in the “OFF” position 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.
SERVICE SCHEDULE ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED REF.
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 21” STEEL DECK WALK BEHIND MOWERS SERIES 17 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.