Page 2 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN
2 ! ! IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: This powerful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that cancause injury and damage! Failure to comply with the following SAFETY instructions could result in serious injuryor death to the operator or other persons. ...
Page 3 - SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE
3 ! ! IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE (Continued From Previous Page)3. DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with the enginerunning. Allow the engine to cool before refueling. 4. DO NOT refuel the machine indoors. 5. DO NOT store the machine or fuel container insidewhere there i...
Page 4 - MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
4 ! ! IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE (Continued From Previous Page)9. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap theblades or wear heavy leather gloves and use CAU-TION when handling them. 10. DO NOT test for spark by grounding spark plug next to spark plug hole; spark plug coul...
Page 5 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
5 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 - 4TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 6 - Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION
6 Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION IMPORTANT The figures and illustrations in this manual areprovided for reference only and may differ fromyour specific model. Contact your Snapperdealer if you have questions. FIGURE 1.1 (MODEL SPV211 SHOWN) 1.1 INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared for the operato...
Page 7 - Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
7 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST Make the following checks and perform the servicerequired before each start-up. 2.1.1. Check guards, deflectors, grass bag, adapter and covers to make sure all are in place and securelytightened. 2.1.2. Check blade control, wheel drive co...
Page 8 - WARNING
8 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.2 STARTING & OPERATION 2.2.2. PROPELLING MOWER (Self Propelled Models Only) 1. Start engine. Refer to Section “Starting & Operation – Engine & Blade”. 2. Move ground speed control to the desired speed position. See Figure 2.6. 3. Squeeze wheel drive...
Page 11 - Section 3 - MAINTENANCE
11 3.1 INTRODUCTION To retain the quality of the mower, use genuine SNAP-PER replacement parts only. Contact a local SNAP-PER dealer for parts and service assistance. For thecorrect part or information for a particular mower,always mention model and serial number. 3.2 SERVICE - AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS 3...
Page 17 - Battery Condition
17 4.5. BATTERY SERVICE 4.5.1. NEW BATTERY PREPARATION1. Remove battery from carton. 2. Place battery in a well ventilated area on a level non-concrete surface. 3. Test battery. Refer to Section “Battery Testing”. If battery needs charging, charge battery. Refer toSection “Battery Charging”. 4. Conn...
Page 19 - TROUBLESHOOTING
19 PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine Will Not Start Using Recoil Starter 1. Fuel tank empty. 1. Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel. 2. Engine needs priming. 2. Prime. Check Engine Manual for Instructions. 3. Spark plug wire disconnected. 3. Place spark plug wire onto spark plug. Engine Wil...
Page 21 - YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
21 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 M...
Page 22 - PRIMARY MAINTENANCE
Page 26 - SNAPPER PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM; IMPORTANT: KEEP THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR PERSONAL RECORDS; (Complete the following information on your Snapper purchase)
26 SNAPPER PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM IMPORTANT: KEEP THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR PERSONAL RECORDS (Complete the following information on your Snapper purchase) Model Number_________________________________________________________ Serial Number _________________________________________________________ ...
Page 27 - NOTES
Page 28 - Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for
28 Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for IMPORTANT Snapper products are built using engines that meet or exceed all applicable emissions requirements on the datemanufactured. The labels on those engines contain very important emissions information and critical safetywarnings. Read, Underst...