Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for 21" STEEL DECK WALK MOWERS SERIES 17 MODELS R215517HC RP217017B V RP215517HC RP217017B VE MR216517B MRP216517B MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION P 1211701171 L MODEL DESIGNATION SELF-PROPELLED CUTTING WIDTH M - Model Designation R - Recycling Model 55 - 5.5 HP 70 - 7.0 HP Bv I 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 GROUNDSPEED 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 2.1 INSTRUCTIONS 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. BLADE CONTROL 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 2.2 INSTRUCTIONS STARTING & OPERATION 2.2.1. ENGINE & BLADE (Choke Models) 1. Move fuel shut off valve to the "ON" position. See Figure 2.5. NOTE: Stop the engine (and blade) by releasing blade control. the 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.
Section 2 -OPERATING 2.4 INSTRUCTIONS 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 NUTS LOWER EACH FIGURE 2.10 FIGURE 2.8 2.
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. 2.8 INSTALLATION of RECYCLING PLUG (Optional Accessory on Some Models) STEP 1: Once adapter has been installed, recycling may be desired.
Section 2 -OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING HOOK BAG DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or servicewith 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 allcomponents to cool. 2.9 INSTALLATION BAG of GRASS CATCHER - HANDLES DOOR (Optional accessory on some models) iiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiill iiiiiiiiiiii _I__ii_ SLIDE CONNECTOR OVER END OF ADAPTER FLANGE .
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 3.1 HONDA ENGINE 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 servicewith 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 allcomponents 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 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. CLUTCH CABLE UPPER SPRING 4. Sharpen blade on a grinding wheel at an angle of 22 to 28 degrees. DO NOT sharpen blade beyond original cutting edge. See Figure 4.4.
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS IMPORTANT: If machine drive system 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. 4.3 continues USE DRIVEN AND DRIVE DISC SERVICE If the mower does not propel itself properly, See Figure 4.6.
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING 1/8" MEASUREMENT TO OUTSIDE EDGE OF DRIVE DISC DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or servicewith 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 allcomponents 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. 4.4.1.
Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 4.5. BATTERY SERVICE 4.5.1. NEW BATTERY PREPARATION 1. Remove battery from carton. 2. Place battery in a well ventilated area on a level non-concrete surface. 3. Remove battery cell caps. Fill cells with electrolyte to proper level. Filling battery with electrolyte will bring the battery to 80% charged state. 4. With cell caps removed, connect battery charger to battery terminals; RED to positive (+) and BLACK to negative (-) terminal. 4.5.2. BATTERY SERVICE 1.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CORRECTIVE ACTION CAUSE Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel. Engine Will Not Start 1• Fuel tank empty• 1• Using Recoil Starter 2• Engine needs choking or priming. 2. Choke/Prime. Check Engine Manual for Instructions. 3. Place spark plug wire onto spark plug. Engine Stalls or Stops After Running Engine Loses Power Excessive Vibration 3, Spark plug wire disconnected. 4.
SERVICE SCHEDULE ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED Engine Oil 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.
PRIMARY MAINTENANCE an illustration of how dl"r t can damage your engine & how maintenance can protect •_t.I )er uses the best availgines and components In their products in order to provide long, satisfactory service. However, proper care is essential In prolonging engine life. Dirt Is your engine's enemy ! number 11 n .
PRIMARY MAINTENANCE g that dirt will quickly ruin an engine, manufacturers equip their engines with extremely efficient air cleaners to filter out the harmful di_. The engine must gul gallons of air for borne dirt particles. As the dirt particles are stopped, they build up and begin to clog the outside of the filter.
PRIMARY MAINTENANCE Air is also needed to keep your engine cool. Dirt, dust & debris build up to restrict and clog cooling air Intake screens and fins. Clean screens and fins at frequent Intervals. The engine blower __-L_ housing and shrouds should _1_ be removed at least once _.1;_, each season or more often .¢r,__ under dry, dusty conditions _for a thorough cleaning of .-O_.-,, w fins. .._ _;'_, _,)_)_ _ _)._5_' _'_/_ = Generally, wash foam-type filters In a dlshwashlng detergent and water solution.
PRIMARY MAINTENANCE On 2-cycle engines, lubrication must be provided by an exact mixture of gasoline and 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil A 2-cycle engine that Is mistakenly run on straight gasoline will be ruined in less than 5 minutesl If you keep straight gasoline In addition to pre-mixed 2-cycle engine fuel, be sure the containers are clearly marked to avoid mix-up. Snapper 2-cycle engines require a 32 to 1 mixture of gasoline and BIA certified TC-W oil such as Snapper s 2-cycle engine o11.
SNAPPER IMPORTANT: (Complete Model PRODUCT REGISTRATION KEEP THIS INFORMATION the following FORM FOR YOUR PERSONAL information on your Snapper RECORDS purchase) Number Serial Number Date of Purchase Retailer Retailer's Phone Number It is very important that you register your purchase warranty coverage. Please mail your product registration Snapper at P.O. Box 777, McDonough, Or you may register Georgia with Snapper card to: to ensure 30253. on line at www.snapper.com.
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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.