Page 2 - preliminaries; Blower Unit
1 preliminaries Congratulations! You have just purchased one of the finest pieces of outdoor power equipment on the market today. If properly cared for, your new blower will provide years of dependable service. Please read and follow this instruction manual carefully in order to get the most out of ...
Page 3 - safety rules regarding outdoor power equipment; PREPARATION; SLOPE OPERATION; Do
2 safety rules regarding outdoor power equipment IMPORTANT! READ CAREFULLY THE FOLLOWING SAFETY RULES BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR OPERATING UNIT. TRAINING • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the unit before starting. If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) can not read English it...
Page 4 - Do Not; CHILDREN
2 safety rules regarding outdoor power equipment (cont.) • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the unit. Tall grass can hide obstacles. • Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction. Do Not • Do not start or stop on a ...
Page 5 - unit assembly; FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY; SIDE AIR DEFLECTOR; should be angled downward.; HANDLE ASSEMBLY; Note
3 unit assembly Note: Please refer to Parts List for correct part identification and placement. FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY • Attach front caster wheel assembly (#19-23) to unit by butting outward bends in mounting brackets of assembly against front lower corner of unit (next to blower discharge door), mak...
Page 6 - unit operation; STARTING THE ENGINE; BEFORE STARTING ENGINE:; oil; CHOKED
4 unit operation STARTING THE ENGINE IMPORTANT NOTE: The procedures outlined within this section are general guidelines, and are in no way meant to replace or supercede engine manufacturer’s operating instructions. In order to obtain optimum performance from your engine, refer to your engine manual....
Page 7 - BLOWER OPERATION; DO NOT OPERATE A MACHINE THAT IS
4 unit operation (cont.) STARTING THE ENGINE (cont.) • Bracing unit with one hand, grasp recoil handle and pull briskly. You may have to pull several times before engine starts. (If engine fails to start within a reasonable amount of time, discontinue and check engine manual for further instructions...
Page 8 - TO CHANGE AIR DISCHARGE DIRECTION:; HINTS FOR EFFECTIVE OPERATION:; maintenance; implicitly; FRONT
4 unit operation (cont.) BLOWER OPERATION (cont.) • Do not start unit until you are ready to begin blowing, and promptly shut off unit as soon as operation is complete. • Keep hands, feet and clothing away from rotating parts. Never place your feet or hands in path of discharge. • Use proper discret...
Page 9 - Do not attempt to
5 maintenance (cont.) BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS, STOP ENGINE AND DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE TO PREVENT INADVERTENT STARTING OF UNIT. • Always keep your machine clean - especially the engine. Check all adjustments periodically. Also, periodically check that all fasteners are secure. • Never make ...
Page 11 - Optional Equipment; SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
SNAPPER MODEL SLB55150BV R0703.1 Ref No Part No Description Qty 1 3010003 Housing, blower & engine base 1 --- 3079090 Decal, Danger – Hands & Feet (applied to blower housing) 1 --- 3079091 Decal, Caution – Rotating Parts (applied to blower housing) 1 --- 3079088 Decal, Danger – Flying Materi...