Snapper EP2167517BV, ERP2167517BV, Safety Instructions & Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...ecycling Model B Briggs Stratton 21 21 Cutting Width V Overhead Valve 675 6 75 HP Engine Horse Power Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product Before operating your Walk Behind read this manual carefully...

Page 2: ...extreme CAUTION when changing directions on slopes DO NOT mow steep slopes or other areas where stability or traction is in doubt 3 Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments these affect...

Page 3: ...rate engine in enclosed areas Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide a deadly poison MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 1 DO NOT store mower or fuel container inside where fumes may reach an open flame spa...

Page 4: ...e 11 Air Filter 11 Engine Oil 11 Storage Procedure 11 SECTION 4 ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIR 12 18 Mower Blade Replacement 12 Blade Sharpening 12 13 Wheel Drive Control Adjustment 13 Driven and Drive Disc S...

Page 5: ...URE 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 controls...

Page 6: ...p is tightened after refueling Refer to Engine Owners Manual for specifications 2 1 6 Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and engine of any accumulation of spilled fuel dirt grass oil etc Keep eng...

Page 7: ...er nuts on each lower handle as shown in Figure 2 6 FIGURE 2 6 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 des...

Page 8: ...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 Optional accessory on s...

Page 9: ...ough holes in the side of the deflector See Figure 2 12 FIGURE 2 11 FIGURE 2 12 WARNING DO NOT operate without entire Grass Catcher or guard in place Grass Catcher components are subject to deteriorat...

Page 10: ...s allow sufficient time for all components to cool 1 Refer to Engine Manual for proper oil specifications and procedures 2 For simplest cleanest oil change loosen lower handle wing nuts and stand mowe...

Page 11: ...ged 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 op...

Page 12: ...See Figure 4 1 4 2 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 serv...

Page 13: ...f 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 rotate spring in direction r...

Page 14: ...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...

Page 15: ...perators position Then retighten the connector hex nut securely See Figure 4 10 Move ground speed control to the first speed position then back to the sixth speed position Recheck the 1 8 measurement...

Page 16: ...MPORTANT The bearing on these M series machines is staked into the thrust plate The bearing will have to be driven out with a mallet and a large punch A new bearing with four retaining screws will hav...

Page 17: ...l 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 14 4 4 BELT SERVICE On self propelled mowers the engine belt transm...

Page 18: ...worn belt 8 Loop one end of new belt over engine pulley and insert the other end through slot in deck See Figure 4 15 PULLEY POSITION FIGURE 4 16 9 Loop the belt around the pulley on the bottom of th...

Page 19: ...ts Tighten to proper torque 4 Lumpy or frayed belt 4 Replace belt Mower Will Not Move Or 1 Damaged transmission 1 Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer Loss Of Traction 2 Traction drive belt requires repl...

Page 20: ...ion Grease Check Grease Level Pages 10 11 X X Periodic Grease Check Pages 10 X Drive Disc Check for Wear Damage Replacement Page 14 18 X Change oil every 25 hours when operating under heavy load or hi...

Page 21: ...ne air filter To service the filter read and follow the engine operating and maintenance instructions 6 THROTTLE CONTROL Indicates direction to increase engine RPM Hare decrease engine RPM Tortoise an...

Page 22: ...f the traction control lever Moving the lever toward the handle engages the traction clutch and forward motion starts When the lever is released the clutch disengages and forward motion stops 10 SHIFT...

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...

Page 24: ...ts 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 COPYRIGHT 20...