Snapper CP215518HV, Safety Instructions & Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...ER Product Before operating your Walk Behind read this manual carefully and pay particular attention to the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on Pages 2 4 Remember that all power equipment can be dangerou...

Page 2: ...bt 3 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 manua...

Page 3: ...with the engine running STOP BLADE and STOP ENGINE before leaving the operators position for any reason OPERATION Continued From Previous Column 11 Before cleaning repairing or inspecting make certai...

Page 4: ...use CAUTION when handling them 10 DO NOT test for spark by grounding spark plug next to spark plug hole spark plug could ignite gas exiting engine 11 Have machine serviced by an authorized SNAPPER dea...

Page 5: ...r 13 Engine Oil 13 Storage Procedure 13 SECTION 4 ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIR 14 20 Mower Blade Replacement 14 Blade Sharpening 14 15 Wheel Drive Control Adjustment 15 Driven and Drive Disc Service 16 19 C...

Page 6: ...TURE The nomenclature drawing above Figure 1 1 shows the essential parts of the SNAPPER WALK BEHIND MOWERS It is recommended that all operators of the mower become thoroughly familiar with the control...

Page 7: ...l for oil specifications 2 1 5 Add fuel to tank See Figure 2 2 Fuel mower outside where fumes can safely dissipate Make sure cap is tightened after refueling Refer to Engine Owners Manual for fuel spe...

Page 8: ...IGHT ADJUSTMENT The height of the mower handle can be adjusted as follows 1 Loosen the three lower nuts on each lower handle as shown in Figure 2 6 2 Loosen the one nut securing each upper brace to th...

Page 9: ...between bolt holes in engine recoil cover and bag adapter pulley bracket NOTE position standoff so that bent end is toward engine recoil cover D Flip pulley over so that flange of steel bushing is un...

Page 10: ...2 12 2 9 REMOVING and DUMPING GRASS CATCHER Slide Closure Type 1 Grasp bag connector and bag handle as shown See Figure 2 13 2 Lift up on bag handle removing it from the mower handle Then lift up on...

Page 11: ...for instructions Install the recycling cover and secure to the side and top of the deck with the two nuts provided on the machine Slide top portion of cover under nut secured to the deck See Figure 2...

Page 12: ...ge on either Honda or Kawasaki models simply tip mower on its side See Figure 3 2 Drain oil through dipstick tube into a container Allow sufficient time for all oil to drain IMPORTANT Drain fuel tank...

Page 13: ...aged 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 o...

Page 14: ...e Figure 4 1 4 1A Replace with new blade 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 servic...

Page 15: ...earance between the inside of the spring hook and the inside of the clutch cable eye with the wheel drive control released See Figure 4 5 FIGURE 4 5 2 To adjust unhook upper spring from cable eye and...

Page 16: ...sc 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...

Page 17: ...ith hole in driven disc assembly from which rod was removed NOTE Do not move pivot bracket 6 Reinstall rod as removed in step 2 Move ground speed control to slow position then back to fast position Re...

Page 18: ...nstallation FIGURE 4 12 FIGURE 4 13 4 3 5 Replacing Bearing In Driven Disc Assembly If the driven disc bearing fails remove the driven disc assembly and replace bearing as follows 1 Remove pin and was...

Page 19: ...stall 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 FIGURE 4 15 4 4 BELT SERVICE On these mowers the engine belt transmits p...

Page 20: ...nder deck 7 Lift the drive disc up and remove worn belt 8 Loop one end of new belt over engine pulley and insert the other end through slot in deck Refer to Figure 4 16 9 Loop the belt around the pull...

Page 21: ...lade 1 Service mower blade 2 Loose blade components 2 Service and tighten loose parts 3 Loose or missing air lift if equipped 3 Replace air lifts Tighten to proper torque 4 Lumpy or frayed belt 4 Repl...

Page 22: ...e Disc Check for Wear Damage Replacement Page 16 18 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 prese...

Page 23: ...ginal 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...

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Page 32: ...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 COPYRIGHT 2004 SNAPPER...