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    Not for Reproduction Operator’s Manual 7105921 Rev. - Rear Engine Riding Mower ! en es fr Model No. 7800918-00 7800920-00 7800921-00 7800932-00[...]

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    Not for Reproduction Thank You for purchasing this quality-built Snapper product. We’re pleased that you placed your confidence in the Snapper brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Snapper product will provide many years of dependable service. This manual contains safety information to make you awa[...]

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    Not for Reproduction 3 Table of Contents Operator Safety ................................................................................................ 4 Features and Controls ................................................................................... 13 Operation ...........................................................................[...]

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    Not for Reproduction www.snapper.com 4 Operator Saf ety Operating Safety P ower equipment is only as saf e as the operator . If it is misused, or not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember , you are responsible f or your saf ety and that of those around you. Use common sense, and think through what y ou are doing. If you are not sure th[...]

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    Not for Reproduction 5 Operator Saf ety Slope Operation Y ou could be seriously injured or e ven killed if you use this unit on too steep an incline. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep or where you don’t hav e adequate traction can cause you to lose control or roll o ver . A good rule of thumb is to not operate on any slope y ou cannot b[...]

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    Not for Reproduction www.snapper.com 6 ! 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 th[...]

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    Not for Reproduction 7 Preparation 1. Read, understand, and follow instructions and warnings in this manual and on the machine, engine and attach- ments. 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 operato[...]

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    Not for Reproduction www.snapper.com 8 Towing 1. Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing. DO NOT attach towed equipment except at the hitch point. 2. Refer to “Towing Implements” in the Operation section regarding weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes. 3. DO NOT allow children or others on towed equipment. [...]

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    Not for Reproduction 9 Operator Saf ety en es fr WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your unit up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not operate on slopes greater than 10 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Braking may be affected [...]

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    Not for Reproduction www.snapper.com 10 Operator Saf ety Safety and Instructional Decals All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and instructional messages on your rider and mower should be carefully read and obeyed. Personal bodily injury can result when these instructions are not followed. The information is for your safety and it is important! The safety d[...]

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    Not for Reproduction 11 Operator Saf ety Explanation of Safety Decals Explanation of Instructional Decals DANGER Amputation and thrown objects hazard Keep hands and feet away from deck. Do not operate mower unless discharge chute or entire grass catcher is in its proper place. 7101665 A A B E B F C C D A. Read the operator’s manual before using t[...]

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    Not for Reproduction www.snapper.com 12 Operator Saf ety W ARNING Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. ! ! D E F G H D. Cutting Height. Shows position of cutting height adjust lever. Refer to Operation section. E. Forward Speed. Shows forward speed operation (manual drive models). Refer to Operation section. F. Reverse Speed. Shows re[...]

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    Not for Reproduction 13 F eatures and Contr ols en es fr IMPORTANT The figures and illustrations in this manual are provided for reference only and may differ from your specific model. Contact your dealer if you have questions. Features and Controls A. Operator Seat B. Steering Wheel - controls direction of unit C. Engine Speed Control (hidden from[...]

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    Not for Reproduction www.snapper.com 14 Before Starting Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up: 1. Check the tire pressure; add or release air as need- ed. Refer to “How To Check Tire Pressure” in the Maintenance section. 2. Check guards, deflectors and covers to make sure all are in place and securely t[...]

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    Not for Reproduction 15 Operation en es fr Fuel Recommendations Fuel must meet these requirements: • Clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline. • A minimum of 87 octane/87 AKI (91 RON). High altitude use, see below. • Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) is accept- able. NOTICE: Do not use unapproved gasolines, such as E15 and E85. Do not mix oil [...]

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    Not for Reproduction www.snapper.com 16 Operation How To Start The Engine WARNING POISONOUS GAS HAZARD. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas that could kill you in minutes. You CANNOT see it, smell it, or taste it. Even if you do not smell exhaust fumes, you could still be exposed to carbon monox- ide gas. If you start to feel s[...]

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    Not for Reproduction 17 en es fr Operation How To Engage The Mower Blade 1. Start the engine. 2. Move the blade control ( A , Figure 8) to the ON position. Figure 8: Engaging the blade control A How To Engage The Transmission Manual Drive Models: 1. Start the engine. 2. To move forward: • Depress the clutch/brake pedal ( A , Figure 9). • Move t[...]

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    Not for Reproduction www.snapper.com 18 Operation W ARNING DO NOT leave the machine with the engine running. STOP Blade. STOP engine. Shift to neutral and engage parking brake. Remove key. ! ! How To Stop The Engine, Transmission And Mower Blade Engine 1. Stop the engine by turning the ignition key ( A , Figure 12) to the OFF position. 2. Remove th[...]

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    Not for Reproduction 19 Operation How To Set The Parking Brake 1. Fully depress the clutch/brake pedal ( A , Figure 16). 2. Slide the parking brake ( B ) up and hold while releasing the clutch/brake pedal. The parking brake is now set. 3. To release the parking brake, fully depress the clutch/ brake pedal. The parking brake will release automati- c[...]

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    Not for Reproduction www.snapper.com 20 Operation W ARNING The mulching cover must remain on the machine at all times. Do not remove. ! ! 2. Raise the mulching cover. Replace the washer and wing nut onto the retaining bolt in the deck, tightening securely. 3. Install the discharge deflector ( A , Figure 20) to the mower deck, making sure that the s[...]

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    Not for Reproduction 21 Maintenance Maintanance Chart ENGINE First 5 Hours Change engine oil Every 8 Hours or Daily Check engine oil level Every 25 Hours or Annually * Clean engine air filter and pre-cleaner ** Every 50 Hours or Annually * Change engine oil Replace oil filter Annually Replace air filter Replace pre-cleaner See Dealer Annually to In[...]

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    Not for Reproduction www.snapper.com 22 Maintenance W ARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool[...]

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    Not for Reproduction 23 Maintenance en es fr W ARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before[...]

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    Not for Reproduction www.snapper.com 24 Maintenance W ARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool[...]

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    Not for Reproduction 25 Maintenance en es fr W ARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before[...]

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    Not for Reproduction www.snapper.com 26 Maintenance W ARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool[...]

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    Not for Reproduction 27 Maintenance en es fr W ARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before[...]

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    Not for Reproduction www.snapper.com 28 Maintenance W ARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool[...]

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    Not for Reproduction 29 Maintenance en es fr W ARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before[...]

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    Not for Reproduction www.snapper.com 30 Maintenance W ARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool[...]

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    Not for Reproduction 31 Repair en es fr W ARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before work[...]

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    Not for Reproduction www.snapper.com 32 Repair W ARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool befo[...]

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    Not for Reproduction 33 Repair en es fr W ARNING DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before work[...]

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    Not for Reproduction www.snapper.com 34 T roubleshooting PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine Will Not Start 1. Operator not in seat. 1. Sit in operator seat. 2. Ignition is in the OFF position. 2. Turn ignition switch to the START position. 3. Clutch/brake pedal not fully depressed. 3. Fully depress clutch/brake pedal. 4. Mower blade en[...]

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    Not for Reproduction 35 PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Rider Will Not Move Or Loss of Traction (Manual Drive Models) 1. Drive disc worn or damaged. 1. Replace drive disc. Contact authorized dealer. 2. Rubber drive disc is not tracking properly on drive disc. 2. Adjust rubber drive disc. Contact authorized dealer. 3. Tapered axle bolt and [...]

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    Not for Reproduction www.snapper.com 36 W arranties 1737660H Rev C BRIGGS & STRA TTON PR ODUCTS W ARRANTY POLIC Y April 2012 LIMITED W ARRANTY Briggs & Stratton warr ants that, during the warranty period specified below , it will repair or r eplace, free of charge, any part that is def ective in material or workmanship or both. T ransportat[...]

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    Not for Reproduction 37 W arranties en es fr 381535 (Rev-) California, U.S. EP A, and Briggs & Stratton Corporation Emissions Control W arranty Statement Y our Warranty Rights A nd Obligations September 2012 The California Air Resources Board, U.S. EP A, and Briggs & Stratton (B&S) are pleased to explain the emissions control system war[...]

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    Not for Reproduction www.snapper.com 38 Notes[...]

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    Not for Reproduction 39 Notes[...]

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    Not for Reproduction www.snapper.com * Power Ratings: The gross power rating for individual gas engine models is labeled in accordance with SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) code J1940 (Small Engine Power & Torque Rating Procedure), and rating performance has been obtained and corrected in accordance with SAE J1995 (Revision 2002-05). Torqu[...]