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Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for 

 

19” STEEL DECK 

WALK MOWERS 

SERIES 19 

 
 
 

MODEL 

R196019B 

 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION 

 

R  19 60 19  B 

 
MODEL DESIGNATION 

ENGINE TYPE 

CUTTING WIDTH 

SERIES DESIGNATION 

 

ENGINE POWER * 

 

R – Recycling Model 

60 – 6.0 (Engine Power *) 

B – Briggs & Stratton Engine 

19 – 19” Cutting Width 

19 – Series Designation 

 

 

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 - 4. 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. 

 
NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. 
* Actual sustained engine power will likely be lower due to operating limitations and environmental factors.  Please refer to ‘Engine Power Rating 
Information’ on Page 4 for further information. 

 

BRIGGS & STRATTON YARD POWER PRODUCTS GROUP 
COPYRIGHT © 2007, BRIGGS & STRATTON CORPORATION 
MILWAUKEE, WI, USA.  ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 

MANUAL No. 7101116 (I.R. 3/12/2007) 

TP 100-5264-IR-WB-N 

Summary of Contents for R196019B

Page 1: ...INSTRUCTIONS on Pages 2 4 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 com...

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: ...handle and walk never run Slipping could cause injury 9 ALWAYS stay behind handle when engine motor is running OPERATION Continued From Previous Column 10 DO NOT leave the machine with the engine runn...

Page 4: ...cutting of established lawns and is not intended for any other purpose It is important that you read and understand these instructions thoroughly before attempting to start or operate this equipment E...

Page 5: ...2 Air Filter 12 Engine Oil 12 Storage Procedure 12 SECTION 4 ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIR 13 Mower Blade Replacement 13 Mower Blade Sharpening 13 TROUBLESHOOTING 14 SERVICE SCHEDULE 15 Maintenance Replaceme...

Page 6: ...mower 1 2 NOMENCLATURE The nomenclature information 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 fam...

Page 7: ...htened after fueling 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 a...

Page 8: ...spark plug Engine and components are HOT Avoid serious burns allow sufficient time for all components to cool 2 4 HANDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The height of the mower handle can be adjusted as follows 1...

Page 9: ...ion the rear bushings in to the same notches corresponding with notches for the front wheels to maintain the level of the deck See Figure 2 6 NOTE There are four cutting height adjustment notches on e...

Page 10: ...2 8 DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR INSTALLATION 1 Remove the recycling cover Loosen and remove the two knobs securing the cover to the deck and remove the cover from the two bolts The two bolts remain in the dec...

Page 11: ...IGURE 3 1 3 Place shallow pan underneath the approximate center of the oil drain plug 4 Loosen with ratchet and short extension but do not remove oil drain plug Loosen plug until you can turn it with...

Page 12: ...ank 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 pre...

Page 13: ...RPENING 1 Disconnect spark plug wire and secure end away from plug IMPORTANT DO NOT tip machine with carburetor or spark plug down Oil from crankcase will saturate the air filter and cause the engine...

Page 14: ...d clean fuel system Excessive Vibration 1 Damaged out of balance or bent mower blade 1 Service mower blade 2 Loose blade components 2 Service and tighten loose parts 3 Loose or missing air lift if equ...

Page 15: ...ngine Manual X Mower Blade Check For Wear Damage Replacement Page 11 13 X Mower Deck Clean Debris Accumulation Page 12 X Change oil every 25 hours when operating under heavy load or high temperatures...

Page 16: ...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 17: ...17 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE...

Page 18: ...18 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE...

Page 19: ...19 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE...

Page 20: ...20 PRIMARY MAINTENANCE...

Page 21: ...________________________ Retailer s Phone Number_________________________________________________ It is very important that you register your purchase with Snapper to ensure warranty coverage Please m...

Page 22: ...22 NOTES...

Page 23: ...23 NOTES...

Page 24: ...t contact your local authorized Snapper dealer or contact Snapper Customer Service at Snapper McDonough GA 30253 Phone 1 800 935 2967 BRIGGS STRATTON YARD POWER PRODUCTS GROUP COPYRIGHT 2007 BRIGGS ST...

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