Snapper R196019B, Safety Instructions & Operator'S Manual

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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

 
2.1  PRE-START CHECK LIST 

Make the following checks and perform the service 
required before each start-up. 

2.1.1. 

Check guards, deflectors, grass bag, adapter 

and covers to make sure all are in place and securely 
tightened. 

2.1.2.

  Check blade control to insure it works freely. 

See Figure 2.1. 

FIGURE 2.1 

2.1.3.

  Check cutting height. Adjust to desired height. 

2.1.4.

  Check engine oil and add oil as needed to 

bring level up to the full mark. Refer to Engine Owner’s 
Manual for oil specifications. See Figure 2.2. 

FIGURE 2.2 

2.1.5.

 Add fuel to tank after pushing the mower 

outside where fumes can safely dissipate. Fill tank to 
1-1/2” below top of filler neck (to allow for fuel 
expansion). Make sure cap is tightened 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 air intake screen and 
cooling fins clear at all times. 

 
2.2  STARTING & OPERATION 

2.2.1.  ENGINE & BLADE 

The engine speed is pre-set for optimum mowing 
performance and is not adjustable. An engine primer 
is provided to assist when starting a cold engine. The 
primer should not be required when restarting a hot 
engine. 

1.

 Push primer bulb three times to start a cold 

engine. 

NOTE:

 Primer should not be required when 

restarting a hot engine. See Figure 2.3. 

IMPORTANT: 

Stop the engine (and blade) by releasing 
the blade control. 

FIGURE 2.3 

2.

  Pull blade control against handle. 

3. 

Pull rope start handle to crank engine. 

4.

 After engine starts, allow a brief warm-up until 

engine runs smooth. 

BLADE CONTROL 

CHECK ENGINE OIL 

PUSH PRIMER BULB 
THREE TIMES