Snapper 2167519BFC, P2167519BFC, P2187, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...sustained engine power will likely be lower due to operating limitations and environmental factors Please refer to Engine Power Rating Information for further details Manual No 7102323 I R 2 21 2008 TP 100 5354 IR WB N 21 STEEL DECK WALK MOWERS SERIES 19 Models 2167519BFC 7800284 P2167519BFC 7800285 P2187519BVFC 7800286 RP2167519BDVFC 7800287 ...

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Page 3: ...ck Engine Drive Belt 11 Check Transmission Belt 11 Service Periodic 11 Engine 11 Air Filter 11 Engine Oil 11 Storage Procedure 11 Mower Blade Replacement 12 Blade Sharpening 12 Wheel Drive Control Adjustment 13 Driven and Drive Disc Service 14 Belt Service 17 Engine Drive Belt Replacement 17 Transmission Belt Replacement 18 Service Schedule 19 Troubleshooting 20 Warranty 21 WARNING Battery posts t...

Page 4: ...ty 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 2 Only mature responsible persons shall operate the machine and only after proper instruction 3 Data indicates that operators age 60 and above are involved in a large percentage of mower related...

Page 5: ...g grass bag and or clearing grass Operation Continued From Previous Column 13 DO NOT operate mower without the entire grass catch er or guards in place discharge guard rear guard or other safety devices in place and working DO NOT point dis charge at people passing cars windows or doors 14 DO NOT discharge material against a wall or obstruc tion Material may ricochet back towards the operator 15 S...

Page 6: ...t your Snapper dealer if you have questions Features and Controls A Oil Fill Cap and Dipstick B Fuel Filler Cap C Recycling Cover D Rear Height Adjustment Latch 2 E Front Height Adjustment Latch 2 F Engine Primer Not all models G Blade Control H Rope Start Handle I Ground Speed Control J Drive Wheel Control K Engine Speed Control E C D H I J G A B F K Features and Controls ...

Page 7: ... the Engine Owners Manual for fuel specifications 6 Clean the exterior surfaces of the cutting deck and engine of any accumulation of spilled fuel dirt grass oil etc Keep the engine air intake screen and cooling fins clear at all times Starting and Operation Engine and Blade Briggs Quantum and Intek Series Engines 1 Move the engine speed control to the fast Rabbit position 2 Push the primer button...

Page 8: ... drive and propel the mower forward Forward speed can be adjusted while the mower is moving by changing the position of the ground speed control Stopping 1 Stop forward motion of the mower by releasing the wheel drive control 2 Stop the engine and blade by releasing the blade control Handle Height Adjustment The height of the mower handle can be adjusted as follows 1 Loosen the lower nuts A Figure...

Page 9: ...wer than the front wheel latches to improve recycling performance Note The recycling cover should remain on the machine at all times unless alternate discharge operations are desired such as side discharging or bagging Removing the Recycling Cover 1 Remove the knob nuts A Figure 9 and internal external tooth lock washers B securing the recycling cover C to the mower deck 2 Remove the cover WARNING...

Page 10: ...of the adapter fits over the stud where the front of the recycling cover was originally secured The slot C on top of the adapter slips under the restraining nut on top of the deck under the right front corner of the engine The slot D on the rear of the adapter slips onto the stud behind the rear of the discharge opening where the rear of the recycling cover was originally secured 3 Install the int...

Page 11: ... 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 WARNING 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 ...

Page 12: ...mission fill plug A Figure 15 Roll the machine forward or backward while looking down into the plug hole 2 If liquid grease is not visible on the input gear the small gear below the plug hole add an amount to cover the gear of Snapper 00 grease Note Snapper 00 grease Part No 7029443 is available at your Snapper dealer Note Do not spill grease or oil onto the surface of the drive disc A Figure 16 3...

Page 13: ...l for service instructions Storage Procedure Refer to the Engine Owner s Manual for directions regarding engine storage preparations Prepare the mower for end of season storage as follows 1 Drain the fuel from the fuel tank and let the engine run until all fuel is out of the carburetor 2 Disconnect and remove the spark plug wire away from the spark plug before any other preparations are made 3 Tap...

Page 14: ...lug down Oil from the 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 blade B Figure 20 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...

Page 15: ...ection required to extend or shorten the spring length 3 Rehook the upper spring to the cable eye and check clearance Repeat the procedure if required Note The vinyl spring cover B 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 holdings located on the side of th...

Page 16: ...lean water 4 Dry components with a clean cloth Drive Spring Repair Replacement If the drive spring A Figure 24 is loose reconnect If the spring is broken replace with a new spring Note Use a pair of needle nose pliers to install the drive spring IMPORTANT If the drive system continues slipping refer to the Troubleshooting section Driven Disc Adjustment If the drive disc and driven disc are clean a...

Page 17: ... to the slow position then back to the fast position Recheck the 1 8 measurement described previously Readjust as needed Tighten the nut when finished 7 Reinstall the driven disc spring to the driven disc assembly Driven Disc Replacement If the rubber on the driven disc is badly chunked or worn it must be replaced Install a new driven disc as follows 1 Remove the pin and washer C Figure 26 from th...

Page 18: ...en disc bearing requires replacement replace the bearing as follows 1 Remove the driven disc assembly Refer to the Section entitled Driven Disc Replacement 2 Remove both snap rings A Figure 30 that secure the rubber driven disc B to the thrust plate 3 Slide the rubber driven disc hub out of the bearing 4 Drive out the existing bearing C 5 Install a new bearing and secure to the thrust plate with f...

Page 19: ...ive disc C 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 Engine Drive Belt Replacement Stretch Type Belts 1 Empty the fuel tank 2 Note the belt rout...

Page 20: ...ulley on the bottom of the drive disc 10 Reinstall the drive disc and retaining hardware IMPORTANT 1 The square shoulder of the drive disc bolt must fit into the square hole of the bushing 2 The square end of bushing must fit into the bracket slot 11 Reinstall the belt cover and tighten the bolts securely 12 Reinstall the blade hub and cutter blade Recommended torque for the blade cap screw is 40 ...

Page 21: ... Damage and Replacement Page 13 16 X 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 Maintenance Replacement Parts Engine Speed Control Briggs Quantum Intek Engines 7074460 Engine Speed Control Briggs DOV Engines 7100975 Blade Control Cable Briggs Quantum Intek Engines 7034608 Blade Control Cable B...

Page 22: ...e belt Mower Will Not Move Loss Of Traction Self Propelled Models 1 Build up of debris on or around wheel drive components 1 Clean debris 2 Driven disc slipping 2 Clean or replace driven disc 3 Drive belt requires replacement 3 Replace drive belt 4 Damaged transmission 4 Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer Cutting Grass Improperly 1 Cutting height too low or high 1 Adjust cutting height 2 Engine spe...

Page 23: ...l 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 warran...

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Page 28: ...ted gross power when used in a given piece of power equipment actual on site or net power This difference is due to a variety of factors including but not limited to accessories air cleaner exhaust charging cooling carburetor fuel pump etc application limitations ambient operating conditions temperature humidity altitude and engine to engine variability Due to manufacturing and capacity limitation...