Snapper SPV21675FC, SPV21675EFC manual

Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for 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’ for further details. Manual No. 7101688[...]

Thank Y ou for pur chasing this quality-built Snapper mower . W e’re pleased that you placed your confidence in the Snapper brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Snapper mower will provide many years of dependable service. This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and[...]

1 Operator Safety Features and Controls Operation Maintenance T roubleshooting Warranty T able of Contents Operator Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Important Operator Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Features and Controls [...]

www .snapper .com 2 Operator Safety ! ! IMPOR T ANT OPERA TOR 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. Th[...]

3 Operator Safety ! ! IMPOR T ANT OPERA TOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE (Continued From Previous Page) 7. Remove gas-powered equipment from the vehicle or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel equipment using a portable container , rather than a gasoline dispenser nozzle. 8. DO NOT s[...]

www .snapper .com 4 Features and Controls IMPORT ANT The figures and illustrations in this manual are provided for reference only and may differ from your specific model. Contact your Snapper dealer if you have questions. Features and Controls A. Oil Fill Cap and Dipstick B. Fuel Filler Cap C. Recycling Cover D. Battery Box E. Height Adjustment Lev[...]

5 Operation Pre-Start Check List Make the following checks and perform the ser vice required before each start-up. 1. Check the guards, deflectors, grass bag, and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tightened. 2. Check the blade control (A, Figure 1) and wheel drive control (B) to insure they work freely . 3. Check the cutting height.[...]

www .snapper .com 6 Operation Starting and Operation (Continued) Propelling the Mower 1. Start the engine. Refer to the Section entitled “Starting and Operation – Engine and Blade”. 2. Begin squeezing the wheel drive control (A, Figure 4) back toward the handle to engage the wheel drive and propel the mower forward. For ward speed can be incr[...]

7 Operation Cutting Height Adjustment 1. Pull the height adjusting lever (A, Figure 6) outward, and move to the desired cutting height. The highest cutting position is Notch 9 (B; also see Figure 7) . The lowest cutting position is Notch 1 (C) . Note: The lever will set all wheels to the same cutting height. Recycling Operation Note: For best recyc[...]

www .snapper .com 8 Operation Removing the Recycling Plug 1. Raise the rear discharge door (A, Figure 10) . 2. Remove the recycling plug (B) from the rear discharge chute. Note: The recycling plug should be removed only when bagging is desired, and should be replaced as soon as bagging operations are completed. Installing the Grass Bag 1. Raise the[...]

9 Maintenance Maintenance - Introduction T o retain the quality of the mower , use genuine SNAPPER replacement parts only . Contact a local SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. For the correct part or information for a particular mower , always mention the model and serial number . Ser vice - After First 5 Hours Change Engine Oil 1. Ref[...]

www .snapper .com 10 Maintenance Wheel Drive Components 1. Remove the rear cover . Refer to the Section entitled “Rear Cover Removal & Installation”. 2. Clean any debris buildup on or around the transmission, axles, idler , pulleys, belt, etc., as well as on the inside of the cover . Check components for wear or damage. Replace worn or dama[...]

11 Maintenance Mower Blade Replacement Standard Blade Wear Limit 1. Inspect the blade (Figure 15) frequently for signs of excessive wear or damage: (A) New blade (B) Wear limit (notch starts) (C) Dangerous condition! Do not use on the mower! Replace with a new blade. Blade Sharpening 1. Disconnect the spark plug wire and secure the end away from th[...]

www .snapper .com 12 Maintenance Wheel Drive Control Adjustment The wheel drive control lever (A, Figure 18) should engage the transmission when the lever is squeezed back toward the handlebar , and should disengage the transmission when the lever is released. If the transmission does not engage or disengage, adjustment may be performed as follows:[...]

13 Maintenance Belt Ser vice On self-propelled mowers, the engine belt transmits power from the engine to the transmission that powers the rear wheels. Should the belt become worn, it could cause slip- page, which would impair mower performance. The condi- tion of the engine belt should be checked after every 25 hours of mower operation. Engine Dri[...]

www .snapper .com 14 Maintenance Batter y Ser vice New Battery Preparation 1. Remove the battery from the carton. 2. Place the battery in a well ventilated area on a level non-concrete surface. 3. T est the batter y . Refer to the Section entitled “Batter y T esting”. If the battery needs charging, charge the battery . Refer to the Section enti[...]

15 Maintenance Rear Cover Removal and Installation T o Remove the Rear Cover 1. Remove the three fasteners (A, Figure 24) securing the rear apron to the machine. 2. Remove the two fasteners (B) securing the rear cover to the machine. 3. Slide the cover (C) down and out to remove. Set all components aside. T o Install the Rear Cover 1. Reverse steps[...]

www .snapper .com 16 Maintenance ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED REF . EACH USE 5 HRS 25 HRS 50 HRS 100 HRS EACH SEASON Engine Oil Check Oil Level Page 5 X Initial Oil Change Page 9 X Periodic Oil Change Page 9 X* Air Pre-Cleaner Clean Sponge Element Engine Manual X** Air Cleaner Clean or Replace Engine Manual X** Spark Plug Replace Engine Manual X Engine C[...]

17 T roubleshooting PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine Will Not Start Using Recoil Starter 1. Fuel tank empty . 1. Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel. 2. Engine needs priming. 2. Prime. Check Engine Manual for Instructions. 3. Spark plug wire disconnected. 3. Place spark plug wire onto spark plug. Engine Will Not Start (Electric Start Mode[...]

www .snapper .com 18 Warranties 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For two (2) years from purchase date for the original pur chaser’ s residential, non-commercial use, SNAPPER, through any authorized SNAPPER dealer will replace, free of charge (except for taxes where applicable), any part or parts found upon examination by the factory at McDonough, Georgia,[...]

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www .snapper .com Snapper Products 535 Macon Street McDonough, GA 30253 21” V ARIABLE SPEED REAR DISCHARGE W ALK BEHIND MOWERS 1-800-317-7833 Engine Power Rating Information: The gross power rating for individual gas engine models is labeled in accordance with SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) code J1940 (Small Engine Power & T orque Rati[...]