Snapper 216518B Lawn Mower User Manual


 
Section 2 -OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or
service with engine and blade running. STOP engine
and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure
away from spark plug. Engine and components are
HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for
all components to cool.
GRASP SLIDER. PULL Z-
FOLD INTO SLIDER
2.12 INSTALLATION of RECYCLING COVER
(Optional Accessory on Some Models)
It will be necessary to remove bag adapter and grass bag
or discharge deflector before installing recycling cover.
See previous section for instructions. Install the recycling
cover and secure to the side and top of the deck with the
two nuts provided on the machine. Slide top portion of
cover under nut secured to the deck. See Figure 2.18.
RECYCLING
COVER
FIGURE 2.16
2.11 INSTALLATION of DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR
(Optional accessory on some models)
Install discharge deflector if discharging is desired. Grass
Bag and Bag Adapter or Recycling Cover must be
removed.
1. Remove front and rear nuts that secure Bag
Adapter or Recycling Cover to deck. Refer to
sections concerning these parts.
2. Install discharge deflector and secure to deck
using hardware just removed in Step 1. Slot in front
edge of discharge deflector must be under nut as
shown and both bolts protruding through holes in the
side of the deflector. Secure nuts to the side of
deflector. Tighten nuts securely. See Figure 2.17.
INSTALL SLIDE
DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR
DEFLECTOR SLOT
INSTALL
FIGURE 2.17
INSTALL RECYCLING
COVER TO THE DECK
USING THE TWO NUTS
FIGURE 2.18
2.13 RECYCLING OPERATION
NOTE: For best recycling results, cut up to a maximum of 1/3of
grass blade length and recycle ONLY when grass isdry.
1. Set all wheels inthe highest cuttingposition (Notch 6).
2. Move engine speed control to "FAST" (Rabbit)
position.
3. Move ground speed control to slowest speed setting.
4. Proceed mowing slowly. Ifgrass is very dense, lower
each rear wheel latch one notch lower than the front
wheel latches to improve recycling performance.
WARNING
DO NOT operate without entire Grass Catcher or
guard in place. Grass Catcher components are
subject to deterioration during normal use. Inspect
frequently and replace worn or damaged
components immediately.
WARNING
Grass Catcher bags used on SNAPPER products are
made of woven fabric, and are subject to
deterioration and wear during normal usage. Check
condition of bag before each use. Immediately
replace worn or damaged catcher bags with only
bags recommended by SNAPPER. The grass catcher
is optional equipment on some models.
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