Snapper CP214012R2 Lawn Mower User Manual
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1. DO NOT mow it Mow across slopes never up and down Exercise extreme CAUTION when changing directions on slopes DO NOT mow steep slopes or other areas where stability or traction is in doubt Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments these affect the handling and the stability of the machine PREPARATION 1 Read understand and follow instructions and warnings in this manual and on the mower engine and attachments Know the controls and the proper use of the mower before starting Only mature responsible persons shall operate the machine and only after proper instruction PREPARATION Continued From Previous Column 3 10 11 12 Data indicates that operators age 60 and above are involved in a large percentage of mower related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury Handle fuel with extra care Fuels are flammable and vapors are explosive Use only an approved fuel container DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with engine running Add fuel outdoors only with engine stopped and cool Clean spilled fuel and oil from machine DO NOT smoke Check the area to be mowed and remove all objects such as toys wire rocks limbs and other objects that could cause injury if thrown by blade or interfere with mowing Also note the location of holes stumps and other possible hazards Keep people2. DRIVEN DISC DISC 5 Reverse above procedures for reassembly and PEATE installation 3 FIGURE 4 12 Ea 2 Slide the hub assembly out of the bearing A 3 Remove the four screws E ON 4 Remove bearing and replace with new bearing wtf 5 Reassemble components in reverse order Q a O DRIVEN D SC ASSEMBLY FIGURE 4 10 DRIVEN DISC HUB FIGURE 4 11 16 Section 4 REPAIR amp ADJUSTMENTS A WARNING A 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 6 Replacement Of Bearing On Pulley End Of Hex Shaft To replace the bearing on the pulley end of the hex shaft proceed as follows 1 Hold the hex shaft with an adjustable wrench held next to the pulley 2 Remove the 3 8 hex lock nut which is located on the outside of the right wheel bracket See Figure 4 13 3 Remove holder O ring and bearing 4 Install new bearing 5 Carefully install new O ring over the outside of the new bearing 6 Install bearing holder and secure with screws 7 Install 3 8 hex lock nut HOLDER FIGURE 4 13 17 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 transmis
3. Ne CAP SCREW gt TORQUE VALUE _ SHOULD BE 30 TO 40 FT LBS FIGURE 3 6 Section 3 MAINTENANCE A WARNING A 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 Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury 3 3 SERVICE ANNUALLY Perform all maintenance as described in the Service Schedule section of this manual 3 3 1 Engine Service engine according to engine owners manual 3 3 2 Air Filter Refer to engine owners manual for service instructions 3 3 3 Engine Oil Refer to engine owners manual for service instructions 3 4 STORAGE PROCEDURE Refer to the Engine Owners Manual for directions regarding engine storage preparations Prepare the mower for end of season storage as follows 1 Drain fuel from fuel tank and let engine run until all fuel is out of the carburetor 2 Disconnect and remove the spark plug wire away from spark plug before any other preparations are made 3 Tape all openings closed to prevent spraying water into exhaust or air intakes during washing 4 Tilt mower up on its rear wheels and thoroughly clean the underside of the deck Do not tilt mower with spark plug or
4. spring A T pring BALL JOINT NIZ ANCHOR POINT CONNECTOR NUT IMPORTANT If machine drive system continues slipping see Trouble Shooting section TRANSFER ROD USE NEEDLE NOSE PLIERS TO INSTALL DRIVE SPRING FIGURE 4 7 Continued On Next Page FIGURE 4 6 14 Section 4 REPAIR amp ADJUSTMENTS 4 3 4 Replacing Driven Disc Rubber Ring A WARNING A If the rubber ring is badly chunked or worn down to DO NOT attempt any maintenance adjustments or within 1 16 of the metal rim of the driven disc hub service with engine and blade running STOP it must be replaced Install new rubber ring as engine and blade Disconnect spark plug wire and follows secure away from spark plug Engine and 1 Using a small flat blade screwdriver free the clip from the transfer rod Then remove the transfer rod from the clip and the speed control rod See Figure 4 9 components are HOT Avoid serious burns allow sufficient time for all components to cool 3 Slide driven disc assembly over to 1 8 from outside edge of drive disc Maintaining the 1 8 measurement remove any misalignment from the transfer rod linkage and the driven disc assembly anchor point This can be done by loosening nut and rotating the transfer rod ball joint clockwise on the transfer rod until alignment with the driven disc assembly anchor point is achieved Retighten ball joint nut Insert ball joint into anchor point and reinstall th
5. to avold mix up Snapper 2 cycie engines require a 32 to 1 mixture of gasoline and BIA certified TC W oll such as Snapper s 2 cycle engine oil Many of the 2 cycie engine oils on the h market today make fantastic claims but for the best performance and long engine life always use Snapper 2 cycle oll Pre mix the fuel and always shake the container before filllng the tank Change oll at regular intervals using a a high quailty oil such as Snapper s smail engine formulated 4 cycle engine oll Refer to the engine owner s manual for oil details STARTING CHECK LIST 1 Engine Oil e To full level 4 cycle Read and follow all safety e Properly mixed with gas Instructions in safety book 2 cycle lets and manuais 2 Air Cleaner e Clean and properly serviced e Full fresh clean gasoline 3 Fuel Tank e Fuel valve open e Cap vent open e Inline filter clean 4 Choke e Operating properly 5 Primer on e Used properly Keep in mind that dirt is your engine s enemy some engines 1 both Internally and externally Internally 6 Safety inter In proper position dirt will quickly ruin an engine and externally lock Switches gt All wires properly connected It will cause overheating and resulting internal 7 Switch amp e Switch On damages Damage caused by Improper lubri Blade Control Blade control properly cation poor air cleaner service or overheating positioned on walk mower due to dirt cannot be
6. AND LEAD COMPOUNDS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER AND BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING A WARNING ENGINE EXHAUST SOME OF ITS CONSTITUENTS AND CERTAIN VEHICLE COMPONENTS CONTAIN OR EMIT CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM SNAPPER GA 30253 U S A COPYRIGHT 2000 SNAPPER INC ALL RIGHTS RESERVED MANUAL No 7 4129 I R 11 10 00 28
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8. covered under warranty 8 Spark plug e Wire connected It only takes a few moments to service the e Good connection engine and equipment on a routine basis 9 Throttle e Start position but the rewards will be a quick starting re control sponsive engine that will provide long 10 Blade e Properly installed and satisfactory service with minimum maintenance torqued cost The prestart checklist In the next column e Sharpened and instructions in your Snapper Operator s 11 Muffler e Good condition Manual are designated to heip you keep your e Not clogged Snapper in top operating condition with e Grass amp leaves cleaned away minimum effort 25 SERVICE NOTES 26 SERVICE NOTES 27 Safety Instructions amp Operator s Manual for SNAPPER 21 STEEL DECK WALK MOWERS COMMERCIAL MODEL SERIES 13 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 If you have any questions about your Snapper product contact your local authorized Snapper dealer or contact Snapper Customer Service at Snapper McDonough GA 30253 Phone 1 800 935 2967 A WARNING BATTERY POSTS TERMINALS AND RELATED ACCESSORIES CONTAIN LEAD
9. creating a virtual storm of dust and dirt 22 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE ust gulp about 12 000 A gallons of air for every gallon of fuel used Because of Its working environ ment the alr available to your Snapper engine Is heavily saturated with alr borne dirt particles As the dirt particies are stopped they build up and begin to clog the outside of the filter This reduces the amount of air available to the engine and causes an over rich fuel mixture which re sults in the following adverse effects An improperly serviced dirt clogged air cleaner will AN Increase fuel consumption cause power loss result in hard starting fuel produce carbon build up Internally foul spark plug electrodes score cylinder walls burn valves wear out the engine pre maturely 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 COST YOU MONEY F 23 create smoke from unburned Knowing that dirt wili quickly ruin an engine manufacturers equip their engines with extremely efficient air cleaners to filter out the harmful dirt Damage caused by a poorly serviced air cleaner is not covered under the engine warranties So save yourself unnecessary expenses and undue aggravation by keeping the air cleaner properly serviced at the intervals specified In the engine owner s manual It doesn t take long to service an air cleaner Follow the specific instructions in the engine owner s m
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11. 3 is available at your SNAPPER dealer Do not spill grease or oil on surface of drive disc See Figure 3 5 3 Reinstall transmission plug 4 Check grease level after each 25 hours of operation FIGURE 3 5 A WARNING A 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 Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury 3 2 3 CHECK MOWER BLADE 1 Disconnect spark plug wire and secure end away from plug 2 Tilt mower up on its rear wheels for access to the blade cap screw Do not tilt mower with spark plug or carburetor down See Figure 3 6 3 Check torque of blade retaining cap screw Recommended torque should be 30 to 40 ft Ibs See Figure 3 6 4 Check blade for sharpness wear and damage Refer to Section Blade Wear Limits 3 2 4 CHECK ENGINE DRIVE BELT 1 Visually check engine drive belt for cracking fraying severed or belt strands exposed If worn or damaged replace belt before operating mower 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 RECOMMENDED BLADE RETAINING
12. IDE CONNECTOR OVER END OF NOTE For best recycling results cut up to a maximum ADAPTER FLANGE of 1 3 of grass blade length and recycle ONLY when grass is dry 1 Set all wheels in the highest cutting position Notch 6 2 Move engine speed control to FAST Rabbit position 3 Move ground speed control to slowest speed setting 4 Proceed mowing slowly If grass is very dense lower each rear wheel latch one notch lower than the front wheel latches to improve recycling performance 2 7 INSTALLATION of GRASS CATCHER Position grass bag between handles See Figure 2 8 Install grass catcher by sliding connector over flange of adapter Attach grass bag hooks over middle handle cross bar See Figure 2 9 LOWER HANDLE HANDLE BAG CONNECTOR ADAPTER FLANGE FIGURE 2 8 FIGURE 2 9 A WARNING A DO NOT operate without entire Grass Catcher or guard in place Grass Catcher components are subject to deterioration during normal use Inspect frequently and replace worn or damaged components immediately 2 8 REMOVING and DUMPING GRASS CATCHER 1 Grasp bag connector and bag handle as shown See Figure 2 8 2 First lift up on bag handle removing it from the mower handle Then lift up on bag connector removing it from the adapter flange 3 Dump bag by pulling bag slider off of Z Fold at rear of bag opening bag 4 To close bag fold rear of bag into Z shape keeping edges aligned Note an i
13. ING 1 Disconnect spark plug wire and secure end away from plug 2 Tilt mower up on its rear wheels Do not tilt mower with spark plug or carburetor down 3 Remove blade See Figure 4 2 AA REPLACE WITH NEW 12 MAKE SURE THAT BLADE HUB IS i SEATED SS BLADE i BETWEEN HUB i FLANGES CONE WASHER Concave Side Up nn CAPSCREW FIGURE 4 2 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 3 DO NOT SHARPEN BEYOND ORIGINAL CUTTING EDGE 7 END VIEW OF BLADE ASSEMBLY FIGURE 4 3 5 Check blade for balance If necessary correct balance by grinding heavy end of blade 6 Reinstall blade See Figure 4 2 Check torque of blade retaining cap screw Recommended torque should be 30 to 40 ft Ibs Section A REPAIR amp ADJUSTMENTS A WARNING A 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 Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury NOTE The following sections 4 2 through 4 4 are for self propelled models only 4 2 WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT 1 The wheel drive control is properly a
14. OOTING EE 19 SERVICE SCHEDULE E 20 Maintenance Replacement Parts ccceseeccseseeeeeseseeneeseseenseseenenseseenenenseenenes 20 WARRANTY GE 21 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE ccccccccccccccccccsecccescccccseecseesssesesesssesssees 22 25 IMPORTANT The figures and illustrations in this manual are provided for reference only and may differ slightly from your specific model Contact your local SNAPPER dealer if you have questions Section 1 FAMILIARIZATION WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL BLADE CONTROL NTROL ROPE STAR SS S HANDLE KN BAG SLIDER FUEL VALVE ROPE GUIDE FULL FILLER CAP BAG ADAPTER MUFFLER FIGURE 1 1 1 1 INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared for the operators of the SNAPPER WALK BEHIND MOWERS Its purpose aside from recommending operating and routine service requirements is to promote safety through the use of accepted operating practices Read Understand and Follow the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on Pages 2 amp 3 of this manual and all safety messages on the mower and attachments before operating the mower ENGINE SPEED CONTROL ENGINE SPEED GRASS BAG SYMBOLS CONTROL ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK NOTE GROUND SPEED CONTROL HIDDEN IN a CLEANER THIS VIEW BY BAG FRONT HEIGHT ADJUSTING LATCH 1 2 NOMENCLATURE The nomenclature figure above Figure 1 1 shows the essential parts of the SNAPPER WALK BEHIND MOWERS It is recommended that all opera
15. Safety Instructions amp Operator s Manual for 21 STEEL DECK WALK MOWERS COMMERCIAL MODEL SERIES 13 PUSH PROPELLED MODELS MODELS lL CP215013KWV MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION E P 21 50 13 Kw v MODEL DESIGNATION ENGINE OPTIONS SELF PROPELLED ENGINE TYPE CUTTING WIDTH SERIES DESIGNATION ENGINE HORSE POWER C Commercial Model P Self Propelled Model 13 Series Designation 21 21 Cutting Width ss KW Kawasaki Engine 50 5 0 HP Engine Horse Power V Over Head Valve Engine EEE en Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product Before operating your Walk Behind read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on Pages 2 amp 3 Remember that all power equipment can be dangerous if used improperly Also keep in mind that SAFETY requires careful use in accordance with the operating instructions and common sense SNAPPER GA 30253 U S A COPYRIGHT 2000 SNAPPER INC ALL RIGHTS RESERVED MANUAL No 7 4129 I R 11 10 00 AA IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A 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 instructio
16. TO SECTION PROPELLING MOWER 1 Turn fuel valve to on See Figure 1 1 Move engine speed control to the choke position The choke should not be required to restart a hot engine See Figure 2 3 NOTE Stop the engine and blade by releasing the blade control CONTROL SYMBOLS ENGINE SPEED CONTROL CHOKE FIGURE 2 3 2 Pull blade control against handle 3 Pull rope start handle to crank engine 4 After engine starts move engine speed control away from the choke position to the Fast Rabbit position See Figure 2 3 5 Allow a brief warm up until engine runs smooth Section 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS GROUND SPEED CONTROL 2 3 2 4 2 2 2 PROPELLING MOWER Self Propelled Models 1 Move ground speed control to the desired speed position See Figure 2 4 2 Start engine Refer to Section Starting Engine amp Blade 3 Move wheel drive control against handle to engage wheel drive and propel mower forward Do Not adjust ground speed with engine running FIGURE 2 4 STOPPING Stop engine and blade by releasing the blade control Stop forward motion of mower by releasing the wheel drive control Turn fuel valve off HANDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The height of the mower handle can be adjusted as follows 1 Loosen the nuts on each lower handle as shown in Figure 2 5 HIGHER LOWER HANDLE LOOSEN LOWER NUTS ON EACH LOWER HANDLE FIGURE 2 5 IMPORTANT Some models ar
17. and pets out of the mowing area Immediately STOP Blade Stop engine and Stop mower if anyone enters the area Check shields deflectors switches blade controls and other safety devices frequently for proper operation and location Make sure all safety decals are clearly legible Replace if damaged Protect yourself when mowing and wear safety glasses long pants and substantial footwear DO NOT mow barefooted or with sandals Know how to STOP blade and engine quickly in preparation for emergencies Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck Check grass catcher components frequently for signs of wear or deterioration and replace as needed to prevent injury from thrown objects going through weak or torn spots AA OPERATION 1 10 11 12 13 14 15 DO NOT put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Keep clear of discharge area while engine is running STOP engine when crossing gravel drives walks or roads and under any conditions where thrown objects might be a hazard Mow only in daylight or good artificial light DO NOT operate mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs After striking a foreign object or if mower vibrates abnormally STOP the engine disconnect and secure spark plug wire Inspect the mower for any damage and repair the damage DO NOT mow near drop offs ditches or embankments Operator could lose footing or balance STAY ALERT fo
18. anual for the type filter used Pre vent dirt from falling into the carburetor intake when servicing your alr cleaner Make sure components are installed in correct sequence after servicing to prevent unfiltered air from entering the engine Some servicing hints on several common types are PRIMARY MAINTENANCE Air is also needed to keep your engine cool Dirt dust amp debris build up to restrict and clog cooling alr Intake screens and fins Clean screens and fins at frequent intervals The engine blower ie housing and shrouds should LEI be removed at least once n each season or more often Je A under dry dusty conditions x d a thorough cleaning of ns Generally wash foam type filters in a dishwashing detergent and water solution Rinse and wring dry then saturate with ol and squeeze out excess Failure to re oll this type filter will ruin the engine Failure to keep external surfaces clean not only presents fire hazards but causes overheating and resulting engine damages such as distorted valve guides Sticking valves scuffed scored cylinder walis overspeeding loss of power complete failure of engine Clean paper elements by tapping lightly Blowing with air will rupture paper elements damaged in any way Dirt can also be introduced into an engine In dirty fuel from a contaminated container Always use clean fresh fuel from a clean container to guard agai
19. be necessary to hold mower in the tilted position 5 Hold the slotted end of the drive disc bolt with a screwdriver and remove the nut and internal tooth lock washer See Figure 4 15 6 Remove the belt cover located under deck 7 Lift the drive disc up and remove worn belt 7 Loop one end of new belt over engine pulley and insert the other end through slot in deck See Figure 4 15 8 PULLEY POSITION DRIVE DISC SLOT IN END OF DRIVE DISC BOLT Pa BUSHING DECK BRACKET e BOLT RETAINER GN N CS 2 PARTIALLY SHOWN q INTERNAL TOOTH LOCKWASHER i nur FIGURE 4 15 18 4 4 2 Transmission Poly V Belt Replacement 1 Remove the driven disc Refer to Section Replacing Driven Disc Rubber Ring for procedure 4 Note the routing of the old belt around the three pulleys before removing it See Figure 4 16 IDLER e N PULLEY DIFFERENTIAL BRACKET DRIVE aX PULLEY PZA POLY V I Ca hrs HEX SHAFT By Trn JRI AN BELT GUIDE ROUTING OF POLY V BELT FIGURE 4 16 5 Place new Poly V Belt over end of hex shaft and onto driven pulley 6 Work belt onto top of idler pulley 7 Twist belt sideways and pull it upward between the differential bracket and drive pulley and then down into the pulley groove Make sure the Poly V Belt is above belt guide See Figure 4 18 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine Will Not Start Using Recoil Starter 2 Engin
20. carburetor down Scrape away any accumulation of grass with a putty knife and or wire brush 5 Lubricate all exposed metal with a light coating of oil to prevent corrosion 6 Loosen handle knobs Carefully fold the handles forward flexing the control cables to prevent cable damage 7 Store the mower in a shed or other dry area protected from weather 11 Section 4 REPAIR amp ADJUSTMENTS A WARNING A 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 Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury 4 1 MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT 4 1 1 STANDARD BLADE WEAR LIMIT 1 Inspect blade frequently for signs of excessive wear or damage See Figure 4 1 NEW BLADE WEAR LIMIT NOTCH STARTS DANGEROUS CONDITION DO NOT USE ON MOWER BLADE FIGURE 4 1 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 Replace with new blade A WARNING DO NOT use a cutting blade that shows signs of excessive wear or damage Refer to Section MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT for proper blade inspection and service procedures 4 1 2 BLADE SHARPEN
21. djusted when there is 1 16 to 1 8 clearance between the inside of the spring hook and the inside of the clutch cable eye with the wheel drive control released See Figure 4 4 CLUTCH CABLE 2 7 VINYL SPRING COVER GEL 16 TO 1 8 ff CLUTCH CABLE Adz EYE UPPER SPRING S DAN SPRING HOOK ernie f i ai A MAS Oh Tie SE SE LOWER gt CLUTCH CABLE EYE eS FIGURE 4 4 2 To adjust unhook upper spring from cable eye and rotate spring in direction required to extend or shorten spring length 3 Rehook upper spring to cable eye and check clearance Repeat procedure if required NOTE The vinyl spring cover should be kept over the spring at all times except for adjustments 4 If the wheel drive control fails to return quickly to the OFF position when released check for binding at the cable clips located on the side of the right handle The upper clip should be located 2 below the upper bolt the lower clip should be 4 above the lower bolt The cable should slide freely with the clips installed at these locations 4 3 DRIVEN DISC SERVICE If the mower does not propel itself properly check for the following problems See Figure 4 5 DRIVEN DISC amp RUBBER RING POLY V BELT DRIVE SPRIN a E DRIVE DISC ENGIN DRIVE BELT FIGURE 4 5 1 Grease on drive disc causing slippage 2 Broken or disconnected drive spring 3 Driven disc is out of adjustment 4 Driven disc rubber ring is
22. e connector hex nut and tighten securely See Figure 4 8 Move ground speed control to the first speed position then back to the sixth speed position Recheck the 1 8 measurement described previously SPEED CONTROL CONNECTOR CLIP Reinstall driven disc spring to driven disc assembly ROD 1 8 MEASUREMENT TO TSIDE EDGE OF DRIVE SLIDE DRIVEN Ger Se DISC ASSEMBLY DRIVE TOWARD DISC FIGURE 4 9 OUTSIDE EDGE CONNECTOR HEX NUT tE ROTATE BALL JOINT CLOCKWISE OUTSIDE EDGE FIGURE 4 8 15 Section 4 REPAIR amp ADJUSTMENTS 4 3 5 Replacing Bearing In Driven Disc A WARNING A If the Jen diso Beating faik remove the driven DO NOT attempt any maintenance adjustments or disc assembly and replace bearing as follows service with engine and blade running STOP 1 Remove snap ring See Figure 4 12 engine and blade Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug Engine and THRUST SHIM components are HOT Avoid serious burns allow PLATE WASHER sufficient time for all components to cool 4 3 4 Replacing Driven Disc Rubber Ring Continued From Previous Page 2 Using needle nose pliers unhook the drive spring and slide the driven disc assembly off the hex shaft See Figure 4 10 REMOVE FOUR 3 Remove the five machine screws and plate MACHINE SSREWS SEME which secure the rubber ring to the driven disc DISC HUB hub See Figure 4 11 Eug 4 Install new rubber ring
23. e equipped with braces that attach to the lower handle brackets and must be loosened before handle height can be adjusted 2 Move upper mower handle up or down until the desired position is achieved 3 Tighten the lower nuts on each lower handle to maintain desired position A WARNING A STOP engine and mower blade by releasing the blade control before adjusting ground speed cutting height or handle height 2 5 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 1 Pull the height adjusting latch outward and move to desired cutting height See Figure 2 6 ES LOWEST CUTTING HEIGHT LATCH HIGHEST CUTTING HEIGHT FIGURE 2 6 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 7 LATCH D POSITIONS C D i miN iN CUTTING HEIGHT SETTINGS FIGURE 2 7 Section 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HOOK BAG HANDLE OVER LOWER HANDLES A WARNING A 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 Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury 2 6 RECYCLING OPERATION OPTIONAL ACCESSORY Recycling operation requires optional accessory S
24. e needs choking or priming 2 Choke Prime Check Engine Manual for Instructions 3 Place spark plug wire onto spark plug 1 Blade control should be held securely against handle at all times during operation of mower Move choke control to OFF position Fill with fuel to proper level or open valve Clean free of all debris Service spark plug Drain and clean fuel system Clean or replace filters Service spark plug Drain and clean fuel system Service mower blade s Service and tighten loose parts Replace air lifts Tighten to proper torque Replace belt 5 Bent Idler pulley Replace pulley Mower Will Not Move Loss Of Traction Self Propelled Models Cutting Grass Improperly 2 Move engine speed control to FAST position 3 Forward ground speed too fast 3 Move ground speed control to a slower speed 4 Terraced cut side to side 4 Adjust height of cut with height adjust levers 5 Excessive deck pitch front to rear 5 Adjust height of cut with height adjust levers 6 Cutting blade s dull or damaged 6 Sharpen cutting edges or replace blade s Poor Grass Discharge 1 Engine speed too slow 1 Move engine speed control to FAST position 2 Forward speed too fast 2 Move ground speed control to a slower speed 3 Grass is wet 3 Mow when grass is dry 4 Excessively worn or damaged blade s 4 Service mower blade s 5 Build up of grass clippings and debris under deck 5 Clea
25. llustration of folding the Z shape is attached to the bag 5 Grasp the edge of the Z fold and while holding the slider pull the Z fold fully into the slider See Figure 2 10 GRASP SLIDER PULL Z FOLD INTO SLIDER FIGURE 2 10 Section 3 MAINTENANCE 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 Refer to section SERVICE SCHEDULE in this manual and in the engine manual for correct maintenance intervals A WARNING A 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 Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury 3 2 SERVICE AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS The oil can be drained from the Kawasaki engine using one of the following methods Dispose of all drain oil properly Fill engine to proper level Do Not over fill Refer to Engine Owner s Manual for oil specifications 3 2 1 SIDE DRAIN PLUG An oil drain plug is located on the left rear side of the engine See Figure 3 1 Before removing the plug place a
26. n open funnel or trough under the plug to keep oil off of the deck and to channel the oil to a drain pan Torque drain plug to 180 190 in lb gt Oil drain plug FIGURE 3 1 IMPORTANT Drain fuel tank before tipping machine DO NOT tip machine with carburetor or spark plug down Oil from crankcase will saturate the air filter and cause the engine to be hard to start or not start at all If contamination does occur the air filter will have to be replaced 3 2 2 BOTTOM DRAIN PLUG An oil drain plug is located on the bottom of the engine forward of the crankshaft See Figure 3 2 Gain access to the plug by raising the front of the mower Remove plug and drain oil into pan Torque drain plug to 180 185 in lb 3 2 3 OIL DIPSTICK TUBE The oil may be drained through the oil dipstick tube Remove grass bag Loosen lower handle knobs Raise front of mower and stand mower up on the lower handle brackets Remove dipstick and allow oil to drain into pan See Figure 3 3 REMOVE DIPSTICK AND DRAIN OIL INTO PAN FIGURE 3 3 Section 3 MAINTENANCE 3 2 2 CHECK GREASE LEVEL IN TRANSMISSION 1 Roll machine and remove transmission fill plug See Figure 3 4 I a i KO FILL PLUG FIGURE 3 4 2 Look into plug hole If liquid grease IS NOT visible on the input gear the small gear below the plug hole add an amount to cover gear of Snapper 00 grease NOTE Snapper 00 Grease Part No 2 944
27. n deck 6 Improper blade s installed on deck 6 Install proper SNAPPER blades 7 Blade s installed improperly on deck 7 Install blades properly Oil Leaking 1 Leaking engine case 1 Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer 2 Check and tighten drain plug 3 Make sure dip stick or oil filler cap is securely in place 3 Spark plug wire disconnected Engine Stalls or Stops 1 Blade control is released or is not being held securely After Running against handle 2 Choke control in the CHOKE position 3 Fuel tank empty or fuel valve closed 4 Engine air pre cleaner and or air cleaner dirty 5 Spark plug defective or gap set improperly Water debris or stale fuel in fuel system Engine Loses Power 1 Engine air pre cleaner or air cleaner dirty Spark plug faulty Water debris or stale fuel in fuel system Excessive Vibration Damaged out of balance or bent mower blades Loose blade components Loose or missing air lift if equipped pes 3 2 Fuel tank empty orfuelvalve closed 4 Engine air pro ctoaner and or air cleaner diry 5 Spark plug defective or gap set improperly 3 Loose or missing air lift if equipped EE ee ol 19 SERVICE SCHEDULE ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED EACH EACH USE SEASON re EE HE dn i EE EES ES EEN cer IER KEE EES Air Pre Cleaner Clean Sponge Element Engine Manual Ech Clean or Replace Engine Manual E CR aes Engine Manual WE etl WE WE ae a a E E
28. ns to operate machine Each person operating the machine must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any substance which might impair vision dexterity or judgment If you have any questions pertaining to your machine which your dealer cannot answer to your satisfaction call or write the Customer Service Department at SNAPPER McDonough Georgia 30253 Phone 1 800 935 2967 PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them 1 2 KEEP children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult DO NOT allow children in yard when machine is operated and turn machine OFF if anyone enters the area DO NOT allow pre teenage children to operate machine ALLOW only responsible adults amp teenagers with mature judgment under close adult supervision to operate machine DO NOT pull mower backwards unless absolutely necessary LOOK and SEE behind and down for children pets and hazards before and while backing USE EXTRA CARE when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision SLOPE OPERATION 1 Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which can result in severe injury All slopes require extra caution If you feel uneasy on a slope
29. nst dirt sludge and water contamination r___ Be aware that fuel breaks down In storage and forms An engine must also have proper lubrication gummy compounds which All engines use some oll On 4 cycle engines will block carburetor pass CHECK OIL LEVEL BEFORE EACH START UP ages Never use fuel more Wipe area clean around the oll check plug or than 3 months old Drain dipstick opening to keep dirt from falling Into tank then run the engine out the engine when checking the oll Always of fuel before storing during check with the machine on a level surface the off season On engines with dipstick keep the level up to but not over the FULL mark When adding oil allow time for all of the oll to flow down the fill tube to prevent a false full reading when the level could actually be low and result in engine damage 24 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE On 2 cycle engines lubrication must be On 4 cyle engines with an oil level plug provided by an exact mixture of gasoline don t be fooled into thinking the engine has and 2 d cycie air cooled engine oll A 2 cycle sufficient lubricating oil if you can see Some oll in the o engine that is mistakenly run on straight pening the level should always be brought up to the point of overflowing at the gasoline will be ruined in less than 5 top of the fill hole minutes if you keep straight gasoline in addition to pre mixed 2 cycle engine fuel be sure the containers are clearly marked
30. ower and engine free of grass leaves or excess grease to reduce fire hazard and engine overheating When draining fuel tank drain fuel into an approved container outdoors and away from open flame Keep all bolts especially blade bolts nuts and screws properly tight Check that all cotter pins are in proper position Always provide adequate ventilation when running engine Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide a deadly poison Service engine and make adjustments only when engine is stopped Removed spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug to prevent accidental starting DO NOT change engine governor speed settings or overspeed engine Check grass bag assembly frequently for wear or deterioration to avoid thrown objects and exposure to moving parts Replace with new bag if loose seams or tears are evident Replace slider or bag adapter if broken or cracked Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blades or wear heavy leather gloves and use CAUTION when handling them DO NOT test for spark by grounding spark plug next to spark plug hole spark plug could ignite gas exiting engine Have machine serviced by an authorized SNAPPER dealer at least once a year and have the dealer install any new safety devices Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts to assure that original standards are maintained TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION see 2 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS EE 4 SECTION
31. r holes and other hidden hazards Tall grass can hide obstacles Keep away from ditches washouts culverts fences and protruding objects DO NOT mow on wet grass Always be sure of your footing Keep a firm hold on the handle and walk never run Slipping could cause injury DO NOT leave the machine with the engine running STOP BLADE and STOP ENGINE before leaving the operators position for any reason Before cleaning repairing or inspecting make certain engine blade and all moving parts have STOPPED Disconnect and secure spark plug wire away from plug to prevent accidental starting STOP engine and wait until the blade comes to complete STOP before removing grass bag and or clearing grass DO NOT operate mower without the entire grass catcher or guards in place DO NOT point discharge at people passing cars windows or doors Slow down before turning Watch out for traffic when near or crossing roadways DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide a deadly poison IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 1 10 11 12 DO NOT store mower or fuel container inside where fumes may reach an open flame spark or pilot light such as in a water heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliance Allow engine to cool before storing machine in an enclosure Store fuel container out of reach of children in a well ventilated unoccupied building Keep m
32. r 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 costs incurred by the purchaser in submitting material to an authorized SNAPPER dealer for replacement under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser This warranty does not apply to engines and their components and batteries as these items are warranted separately This warranty does not apply to parts that have been damaged by accident alteration abuse improper lubrication normal wear or other cause beyond the control of SNAPPER This warranty does not cover any machine or component part that has been altered or modified changing safety performance or durability Batteries have a one 1 year prorated warranty period with free replacement if required during the first ninety 90 days from the original purchase date SNAPPER will not be responsible for any installation cost incurred The battery warranty only covers original equipment batteries and does not cover damage to the battery or machine caused by neglect or abuse destruction by fire explosion freezing overcharging improper maintenance or use of improper electrolyte There is no other express warranty DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY Implied warranties including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to three 3 years from purchase date for the original purchaser s re
33. sidential or other non commercial use and two 2 years 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 exclusion 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 s Product Registration Center P O Box 1379 McDonough Georgia 30253 21 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE engine amp how reasonable Snapper uses the best avail able engines 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 1 The engine on your Snapper product spends Its entire te operating close to the ground at high speed
34. sion 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 4 4 1 Engine Drive Belt Replacement 1 Empty the fuel tank 2 Note the belt routing in Figure 4 14 There is no idler pulley on these models to disconnect ENGINE DRIVE DRIVE BELT PULLEY a am x e E A gt Se A aA wei DRIVE DISC TOP VIEW OF STRETCH TYPE BELT ROUTING FIGURE 4 14 Section 4 REPAIR amp ADJUSTMENTS AA WARNING A 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 Engine Drive Belt Replacement Stretch Type Belts Continued From Previous Page IMPORTANT DO NOT tip machine with carburetor or spark plug down Oil from crankcase will saturate the air filter and cause the engine to be hard to start or not start at all If contamination does occur the air filter will have to be replaced 3 Remove the driven disc Refer to Section Replacing Rubber Driven Disc Ring for driven disc assembly removal procedure 4 Tilt mower up on its rear wheels and remove blade and blade hub Assistance from another person may
35. te EE EE ee E System Tension amp Replacement _ Accumulation Transmission Grease Check for Wear Damage Page 13 16 amp Replacement Periodic Grease Check Pages 10 Change oil every 25 hours when operating under heavy load or high temperatures Clean more often under dusty conditions or when air debris is present 4 5 MAINTENANCE REPLACEMENT PARTS MAINTENANCE PARTS Engine Speed Control Kawasaki Engine Blade Control Cable Kawasaki Engine Clutch Pull Cable Cutter Blade Air Lift Compatible Cutter Blade Mulching Cutter Blade Not Air Lift Compatible Cutter Blade Ninja Quad Edge Wheel Drive Pulley to Transmission Pulley Belt Engine to Drive Disc Belt Rubber Drive Tire Parts Manual for 21 Steel Deck Commercial Model Walk Behind Mower Series 13 20 41965 7 3444 4 7092 1 9795 1 7168 2669 2 6407 1 2354 _ __ 4 6784 _ _ 4 6784 SNAPPER 3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For three 3 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 For two 2 years from purchase date for the original purchaser s commercial rental or other non residential use SNAPPER through any authorized SNAPPER deale
36. tors of the mower become thoroughly familiar with the controls parts and operation of the mower before operating Specific details involving the engine are found in the separate engine owner s manual Study these manuals before operating and keep both handy for future reference 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 WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL BLADE CONTROL FIGURE 2 1 2 1 3 Check cutting height Adjust to desired height 2 1 4 Check engine oil and add oil as needed to bring level up to the full mark Refer to Engine Owner s Manual for oil specifications See Figure 2 2 FULL MARK DO NOT OVER FILL FIGURE 2 2 2 1 5 Add fuel to tank after pushing the mower outside where fumes can safely dissipate Make sure cap is tightened after refueling Refer to Engine Owners Manual for fuel specifications 2 1 6 Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and engine of any accumulation of spilled fuel dirt grass oil etc Keep engine air intake screen and cooling fins clear at all times 2 2 STARTING amp OPERATION 2 2 1 STARTING ENGINE amp BLADE IMPORTANT SELECT GROUND SPEED BEFORE STARTING ENGINE REFER
37. worn does not contact drive disc properly 5 Worn Poly V Belt or engine drive belt NOTE H any of the above 1 thru 5 are causing problems service as follows Continued on next page 13 Section 4 REPAIR amp ADJUSTMENTS 4 3 3 DRIVEN DISC ADJUSTMENT A WARNING A If the drive disc and driven disc are clean and the DO NOT attempt any maintenance adjustments or mower drive is still slipping adjust the driven disc service with engine and blade running STOP as follows engine and blade Disconnect spark plug wire and 1 Place ground speed control in the number six secure away from spark plug Engine and FAST speed position components are HOT Avoid serious burns allow 2 Remove driven disc spring from driven disc sufficient time for all components to cool assembly Remove transfer rod connector nut and remove ball joint transfer rod from driven disc assembly anchor point See Figure 4 7 4 3 1 Cleaning Drive Disc amp Driven Disc If oil or grease on the drive disc or driven disc is causing slippage clean discs as follows 1 Wipe away any oil or grease with a clean cloth 2 Use either an approved grease solvent or hot soapy water to clean drive disc or driven disc 3 Rinse components with clean water 4 Dry components with a clean cloth 4 3 2 Drive Spring Repair Replacement If drive spring is loose reconnect as shown in DRIVEN DISC Figure 4 6 If spring is broken replace with new SPRING WIR
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