Snapper EYZ16335BVE, Safety Instructions & Operator'S Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 

 
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 instructions 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.  KEEP children out of the mowing area and under the 

watchful care of a responsible adult.  

2.  DO NOT allow children in yard when machine is 

operated (even with the blade OFF).  

3.  DO NOT allow children or others to ride on machine, 

attachments, or towed equipment (even with the 
blades OFF). They may fall and be seriously injured.  

4.  DO NOT allow pre-teenage children to operate 

machine. 

5.  ALLOW only responsible adults & teenagers with 

mature judgment under close adult supervision to 
operate machine.  

6.  DO NOT operate blades in reverse. STOP BLADES. 

LOOK and SEE behind and down for children, pets and 
hazards before and while backing. 

7.  USE EXTRA CARE when approaching blind corners, 

shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.  

PROTECTION AGAINST TIPOVERS  

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-
over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. 
All slopes require extra CAUTION. If you cannot back up 
the slope or if you feel uneasy on the slope, DO NOT mow 
it. Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments; 
these affect the handling and the stability of the machine.  
1.  DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 10 

degrees (18% grade). 

2.  Exercise EXTREME CAUTION on ALL slopes. Turn 

blades OFF when traveling uphill. Use a slow speed 
and avoid sudden or sharp turns.  

3.  DO NOT operate machine back and forth across face 

of slopes. Operate up and down. Practice on slopes 
with blades off. 

4.  AVOID starting, stopping and turning on slopes. If 

machine stops going uphill or tires lose traction, turn 
blades OFF and back slowly straight down the slope. 

5.  STAY ALERT for holes and other hidden hazards. Tall 

grass can hide obstacles. Keep away from ditches, 
washouts, culverts, fences and protruding objects.  

PROTECTION AGAINST TIPOVERS  

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6.  KEEP A SAFE DISTANCE (at least 3 feet) away from 

edge of ditches and other drop offs. The machine 
could turn over if an edge caves in.  

7.  Always begin forward motion slowly and with caution. 
8.  Use weights or a weighted load carrier in accordance 

with instructions supplied with a grass catcher. DO 
NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 10 degrees 
(18% grade) when equipped with grass catcher. 

9.  DO NOT put your foot on the ground to try to stabilize 

the machine.  

10. DO NOT operate machine on wet grass. Reduced 

traction could cause sliding. 

11.  Chose a low enough ground speed setting so that you 

will not have to stop or shift on a slope. Tires may lose 
traction on slopes even though the brakes are 
functioning properly. 

12.  DO NOT operate machine under any condition where 

traction, steering or stability is doubtful. 

13. Always keep the machine in gear when going down 

slopes. DO NOT shift to neutral (or actuate the hydro 
roll release) and coast downhill. 

PREPARATION 

1. Read, understand, and follow instructions and 

warnings in this manual and on the machine, engine 
and attachments. Know the controls and the proper 
use of the machine 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 
injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability 
to operate the mower safely enough to protect 
themselves and others from serious injury. 

4.  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 from machine. DO 
NOT smoke.  

5.  Practice operation of machine with BLADES OFF to 

learn controls and develop skills. 

6.  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.