Snapper LW307-2 User's Manual
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1. FIG 6 INSTALLING GRASS CATCHER m o J Torero SET LEVEL FIG 4 MOWER DECK SETTING WARNING To prevent injury always STOP ENGINE by releasing the BLADE CONTROL before changing cutting height LOWEST CUT _ e sme OPERATION continued _ MOWING HINTS The cutting deck should be level As a general rule never cut more than 1 3 off the height of the grass If you want the grass shorter wait a few days then recut to the lower height If cut too short the grass will use more energy for development of new leaf structure and less for a healthy root system and will be more subject to bur ning On the other hand if allowed to grow too long the lower portion will be shaded and as a result will discolor In dry periods allow the grass to grow longer than you normally would Change your mow ing pattern from time to time for a smoother cut lawn CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Positioning the axles in the lowest of the four adjust ment positions in the wheel brackets raises the cut ting deck to the highest cutting height which is about 3 The top position provides the lowest cut of about 1 Repositioning into the next height of cut position changes cutting pean about 2 3rds of an inch Readjust eating height with engine shut off as follows To reposition front axle push down on mower handles to raise front wheels off the ground then pull in on one of the spring loaded bus2. cumulations of grass with putty knife and or wire brush first then wash down with water from a hose CAUTION Avoid spraying water into exhaust or air intake of engine while washing deck tape openings closed to prevent this Clean external surfaces of mower and allow to dry then lubricate all exposed metal surfaces with a light coat of oil to prevent cor rosion Make sure grass bag is completely emptied to prevent decay and formation of mold inside the bag while in storage The grass bag may be washed in detergent but allow it to dry thoroughly after washing Store mower during off season in storage shed or dry area protected from weather n Z SERVICE The mower itself requires very little service however it is very important that the engine be serviced at the inter vals specified in the engine manual furnished with your mower When performing any service on the mower always disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug to prevent unintentional Starting When tipping the mower to work on the underside always tilt with spark plug up to prevent flooding the engine with gasoline or oil which would cause hard starting after servicing NOTE If en gine will not start check bag adapter or side chute to determine that either item is properly positioned on mower SERVICE ASSISTANCE REPLACEMENT PARTS To maintain the original quality of your mower use Genuine SNAPPER Replacement Parts only To ob tain the correc
3. and secure spark plug wire Inspect the mower for any damage and repair the damage 5 STOP BLADE and ENGINE whenever you leave the operating position behind the handle for any reason including clearing grass emptying grass bag and making any adjustments repairs or inspections 6 Before cleaning repairing or inspecting make certain blade and all moving parts have stopped Disconnect and secure spark plug wire away from plug to prevent accidental starting 7 Stop engine and wait until the blade comes to complete stop before removing the grass bag and or clearing grass 8 Mow across slopes never up and down Exercise caution when changing directions on slopes Do not mow steep slopes or other area where stability or traction is in doubt MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 1 Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure mower is in safe operating condition 2 Never store mower with gasoline in the tank inside of a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure 3 To reduce fire hazard keep mower free of grass leaves or excessive grease 4 Check grass catcher assembly frequently for wear or deterioration Replace with new bag if loose seams or tears are evident Replace slider or bag adapter if broken or cracked 5 Have your mower inspected and serviced each year by an authorized Snapper dealer Determine if any additional devices are available which might upg
4. de worn to the extent shown in View C as the tip could fly off causing peronal injury or property damage a SHARPEN blade when the cutting edges become dull If the blade is In otherwise good condition When dull the grass cut ends will be ragged and usually turn brown soon after mowing For best results remove the blade and sharpen It on a grin _ ding wheel at an angle of 22 to 28 degrees The cut ting surface should extend Inward about 2 from the tips Check the blade after sharpening to deter mine that it is still balanced It will cause excessive vabration If unbalanced BE CAREFUL TO AVOID CUTTING YOURSELF ON SHARP BLADE INSTALL sharpened or replacement blade with com ponents in same sequence as removed The widest part of the cone washer goes next to the underside of blade Make sure the blade flanges fit over the edges of the blade drive hub when en Do not substitute any components here Tighten the blade ferelning capscrew to 20 30 foot pounds torque valve B wear LIMIT NOTCH STARTS DANGEROUS FIG 10 BLADE WEAR PATTERNS lt BLADE HUB Z ON ENGINE SZ 4 S l LK cone WASHER T SPECIAL RETAINING CAPSCREW FIG 11 BLADE RETENTION DETAIL i FOLDING HANDLES ee eee E Fhe handles of your mower may be folded for storage or for transporting In a confined space such a
5. e engine stopped set the cutting helght in the position which you an UPPER NUT ticipate using during most of your mowing Loosen the uppernut on each side which secures the middle handle to the wheel brackets then move the handle toldesired position and securely tighten the two huts ADAPTER SIDE CHUTE CHANGES i When changing from bagging to side discharge remove the three locknuts and washers securing adapter to deck pry the rear lower edge of the adapter away from the deck unit clear then remove adapter Guide side chute into position over bolt on side of deck then over bolt extending from top of deck ensuring side chute slides under and lifts the interlock Secure with two locknuts Reverse pro cedure to remove side chute To install adapter guide adapter over stud on the rear side of deck push adapter in from side over stud on top of the deck then downward until adapter snaps into place over front side stud NOTE Flange of adapter must slide between interlock spring and deck to lift in i terlock contact point off deck Secure with three FIG 8 HANDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT locknuts and washers STORAGE PROCEDURE Take the following steps to prepare your mower for storage at the end of the mowing season Refer to the engine manual for directions for preserving the engine With the spark plug wire disconnected from plug and the mower turned with spark plug upward thoroughly clean underside of deck Scrape away ac
6. ent alteration abuse improper lubrication normal wear or other cause beyond our control There is no other express warranty Implied warranties including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to two 2 years from purchase date for the original purchaser s residential non commercial use ninety 90 days from purchase for the original purchaser s commercial rental or other non residential use and to the extent permitted by law any and all implied warranties are excluded This is the exclusive remedy Liabilities for consequential damages under any and all warranties are excluded Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or do not allow the ex clusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state WARNING THE USE OF REPLACEMENT PARTS OTHER THAN GENUINE SNAPPER PARTS MAY IMPAIR THE SAFETY OF SNAPPER PRODUCTS AND WILL VOID ANY LIABILITY AND WARRANTY BY SNAPPER ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF SUCH PARTS IMPORTANT Please fill out the attached SNAPPER Product Registration Card immediately and mail to SNAPPER POWER EQUIPMENT McDONOUGH GEORGIA 30253 1 6802 UR 990 ne SNAPPER Printed in U S A i ee
7. hings un til it clears the bracket move to the desired height of cut position and release the bushing Repeat pro cedure on bushing on other side of axle When repositioning rear axle lift handles to raise one of the rear wheels off ground then change axle position using same procedure as used on front axle Repeat same procedure on other rear wheel NOTE Make sure axle bushings are firmly engaged and in the same height of cut position in the brackets on both sides of axle RECYCLING MOWER OPERATION For best results when recycling set the cutting height in notch 5 highest blade setting or notch 4 and mow with the engine speed control In fastest speed setting Operate the mower at slowest ground speed to allow fine chopping of the clippings or leaves The grass must be dry If the grass is ex tremely dense set the front height adjusters one notch lower than the rear adjusters to raise the front _ Of the deck Experiment with deck settings to achleve best recycling WARNING DO NOT operate mower without the recycling cover installed on the mower deck If the cover is removed for side discharging or bagging always install the proper side discharge chute or bag adapter and grass bag The special blade provid ed on the recycling models does not have to be replaced for side discharging or bagging g grass I GRASS CATCHER To install the grass catcher on
8. i Safety Instructions amp Operator s Manual for SNAPPER LIGHT WEIGHT __ HEVAC SERIES 7 LW307T 2 eee RLW357B LW357B ee ia WALK BEHIND _ MOWERS Thank you for buying a SNAPPER product Before operating your mower read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the Important Safety instructions on page 2 Remember that mowers and all power equipment can be dangerous if used Improperly and keep in mind that safety requires careful use i n accordance with the Instructions and common sense i This manual covers SNAPPER LIGHT WEIGHT HI VAC SERIES 7 last numeral in the five digit model designation walk behind mowers A letter D prefix designates side discharge models Models with an R prefix are recycling mowers LW Identifies LIGHT WEIGHT models Those having a B suffix are Briggs amp Stratton powered and those having a T suffix are Tecumseh powered a 2 denotes a 2 cy cle engine Differences are pointed out wherever pertinent throughout the manual NE m SNAPPER POWER EQUIPMENT a ee 1 6602 IR 9 90 Spe Apes a al Ct Das eating eae McDonough GA 30253 U S A company ee ee esias IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Failure to comply with the following instructions may result in serious injury to the operator or other persons The owner of the mower must understand these instructions and furthermore
9. must allow only persons who understand these instructions to operate the mower Each person operating the mower must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any substance which might impair vision dexterity or judgement If you have any questions pertaining to your mower which your dealer cannot answer to your satisfac tion call or write the Customer Service Department at SNAPPER POWER EQUIPMENT McDonough Georgia 30253 Phone 404 957 9141 TRAINING 1 Read this manual carefully and question your dealer if something is not clear Should the dealer be unavailable or unable to answer to your satisfaction write or call our Customer Service Department at the factory Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and proper use of the equipment 2 DO NOT allow children in yard when mower is operated 3 DO NOT allow pre teenage children to operate mower 4 Allow only responsible teenagers with mature judgement to operate mower and only under close supervision 5 Keep the area clear of all persons particularly small children and pets PREPARATION 1 Never operate mower without proper guards plates safety switches or other safety protective devices in place and properly connected Inspect to determine that these safety devices are installed properly are in good repair and operate properly If the condition or operation of these devices are ques tionable they must be repaired or replaced before usi
10. ne quickly in the event of emergency To stop the engine release the 7 BLADE CONTROL NOTE Your mower is equipped SLOW with an interlock to prevent starting if the grass bag gt adapter or side discharge chute ils not properly in S i stalled on the mower check this If engine will not S start PA ae ee STARTING amp STOPPING Release BLADE CONTROL S B 2 CYCLE a to stop engine Use the following procedure to start the engine The 2 cycle engine has a primer button refer to the engine owners manual for priming in structions for these models Refer to figure 3 for starting stance 1 Move ENGINE CONTROL forward toward rabbit erouerte see figure 2 2 Hold BLADE CONTROL against handle place LEF T foot on tire with toe forward and bend at waist l ie reach starter rope with your LEFT hand 3 Keep a firm grip on the handie and push foot against tire to prevent mower from rolling backward pull rope as you straighten up to use your back more than your arm Repeat pulling rope until engine starts guide rope siila back to the engine and holding blade control move behind handle i5 Push mower at a ground speed that is comfortable but slow enough to allow even cutting To STOP Weleace BLADE CONTROL JOTE ENGINE MAY ALSO BE STOPPED BY MOV NGINE CONTROL REARWARD TO STOP __FIG 3 STARTING STANCE LEFT ECE __ 3 H jo ION aes over
11. ng the mower 2 Thoroughly inspect the area where the mower is to be used and remove all stones sticks wire bones and other foreign objects Also note the location of holes stumps and other possible hazards 3 Do not operate mower when barefoot or wearing open sandals Always wear substantial footwear and long pants 4 Fill gasoline tank before starting engine Use ap proved gasoline container Do not smoke near open gasoline container Do not fill gasoline tank indoors or when engine is running Allow engine to cool for at least ten minutes before refilling Wipe off any spilled gasoline before starting engine Do not run engine indoors 5 Never attempt to make a cutting height adjust ment while the engine is running 6 When mowing over rough ground or in tall grass mower must be set in highest cutting position 7 Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light 8 Never operate mower in wet grass Always be sure of your footing keep a firm hold on the handle and walk never run ae aa eterna em i OPERATION 1 Do not change engine governor settings or overspeed engine 2 Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Keep clear of discharge area while engine is running 3 Stop engine when crossing gravel drives walks or roads and nder any conditions where thrown ob jects might be a hazard 4 After striking a foreign object or if mower vibrates abnormally stop the ngine disconnect
12. onverts mower into effective recycling mower to cut and chop the grass before blowing clippings directly Into the lawn as nutritive mulch i GRASS CATCHER BAG KIT If your mower is equip ped with sid discharge chute it can be converted for bagging operation whenever desired with a grass bag kit i SIDE CHUTE KIT If your mower is equipped with the grass catcher it can be quickly converted to side discharge with a side chute kit to broadcast clipp ings and eliminate bagging whenever desired and to quickly convert back to bagging operation i MANUFACTURER S 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For two 2 Years from purchase date for the original purchaser s residential non commercial use ninety 90 days from purchase date for the original purchaser s commercial rental or other non residential use SNAPPER POWER EQUIPMENT through any SNAPPER dealer will replace free of charge any part or parts found upon examination by the factory at McDonough Georgia to be defective in material or workmanship or both All transportation cost incurred by the purchaser in submitting material to a SNAPPER dealer for replacement under this warranty must be borne by the purchaser This warranty does not apply to engines and their components as these items are warranted separately by their manufacturers and does not apply to batteries which are covered separately This warranty does not apply to parts that have been damaged by accid
13. rade the safety of your mower 6 Factory specified Snapper replacement parts must be used to assure adequate protection against injury E OOE _ OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SE o L PRESTART CHECKS l Make the following checks and perform the stated Services as required before each start up E CHECK to make sure all guards grass bag and adapter or side discharge chute are in proper place and securely tightened CHECK external surfaces of mower and engine and remove any accumulation of dust dirt dried grass i clippings etc Keep space between finned area of f Pi i cylinder head and top of cutting deck clear and BLADE CONTROL clean at all times i RELEASE TO STOP ENGINE CHECK oil level in engine if 4 cycle and add oil of weight and grade specified in engine manual to HOLD AGAINST HANDLE TO j OPERATE ENGINE bring level up to full CHECK cutting height and readjust to desired height before starting Refer to CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUST MENT on page 4 for procedure FILL fuel tank with clean fresh gasoline after _ pushing mower outdoors where fumes can be safety dissipated On model with 2 cycle engine mix oil in proper ratio to gasoline before filling A 4 CYCLE Fast OPERATING PROCEDURE For easier starting move mower to an area where grass is short enough not to interfere with rotation of cutting blade Before starting especially for the first time know how to stop the engi
14. s the trunk of your car To fold loosen the two up l per knobs which secure the upper handle to the mid die handle Flex both handie legs OUTWARD and then swing the upper handle forward Next loosen _the two lower knobs which secure the middle handle to both rear wheel brackets Flex both lower handle legs outward and pivot the handle forward over _ the engine and mower CAUTION Be Careful DO NOT kink cables when folding handles Si i NOTE The grass bag and adaptor on mowers so equipped DO NOT have to be removed to fold i ihandles Side chutes do not Interfere with the folding process i HUBCAP REMOVAL INSTALLATION PLASTIC WHEEL Grasp the tire and gently pry the hubcap from the wheel hub To reinstall align the three notches in underside of hubcap with the corresponding three ribs on front of wheel then snap into place SERVICE NOTES It s ASnap With A Snapper SNAPPERIZER RECYCLING 4 i oe omens arin Depending on how your mower is originally equip POPULAR ACCESSORIES ss s s sizC ped it can be converted to perform other lawn care duties with the kits described below These kits are available from your SNAPPER Dealer SNAPPERIZER KIT Converts mower into an outdoor vacuum and shredder to broadcast shredded clipp ings and leaves with side discharge chute or for bag ging with the grass catcher pe RECYCLING KIT C
15. t part for your particular mower always specify model and serial number as found on name plate Contact your SNAPPER Dealer for parts and service assistance We recommend returning your mower to an authouized SNAPPER Dealer once each year for Inspection and addition of any new devices which might upgrade the safety of your mower For the nearest SNAPPER Dealer check the Yellow Pages of your telephone directory under the heading LAWN MOWERS For engine parts or ser j vice check for the engine dealer under the heading ENGINES gasoline DECK SERVICE To prolong the life and efficiency of your mower keep the underside of deck clean and free of ac cumulated grass clippings by washing it down with a hose and or scraping with a wire brush and scraper Make sure this is done at the end of the cut ting season before placing the mower in storage CUTTING BLADE SERVICE CAUTION Before checking or doing any work on the blade disconnect the spark plug wire and secure it away from the plug to prevent unintentional starting CHECK at frequent intervals to make sure the blade is securely tightened and that it is in good condition REPLACE blade if badly chipped bent out of balance or as soon as notch starts wearing in the tip between the flat surface and upturned lift as depicted in View B Figure 10 This type wear pattern occurs more rapidly under sandy soil conditions CAUTION Never operate the mower with bla
16. the mower slide the connector down over the adapter flange then lower the support frame hooks onto the middle handle see figure 6 When the catcher becomes full stop engine and lift the support hooks up over the handle then lift the connector off and continue lifting while moving the catcher forward until the bag clears the mower see figure 7 To empty the bag raise the connector end up and release the handle of the door 45 flap Shake the catcher back and forth to dump the _ continued on page 5 fener OPER ATION EE eee GRASS CATCHER continued lippings If the bag is too heavy to lift b iwsen handles lower it to ground If your mower does not have the grass catcher bag it is available in kit form Refer to the accessory section on the last page of vile manual WARNING To prevent injury never operate mower without grass bag and adapter or the side discharge chute in place EMPTY INTO TRASH BAG Use the following pro cedureito empty clippings into trash bag After remov ing catcher from mower place connector end on ground open door flap slip trash bag over the cat cher turn catcher over so that large opening is down inside bag lift catcher by connector and door handles and shake until clippings are dumped i in the trash bag HANDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Handle height is adjustable to any point within a range of about five inches to provide the most com fortable position for you With th
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