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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE
3.1 INTRODUCTION
To 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 model and serial number.
3.2 SERVICE - AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS
3.2.1. CHANGE ENGINE OIL
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. Wear
heavy leather gloves when handling or working
around cutting blades. Blades are extremely sharp
and can cause severe injury.
1. Refer to Engine Manual for proper oil
specifications, procedures and proper service
intervals.
2. For simplest/cleanest oil change, loosen lower
handle nuts. Remove two of the four bolts and fold
handles. Stand mower up on lower handle
brackets as shown in Figure 3.1A. Drain oil
through dipstick tube into a container. Allow
sufficient time for all oil to drain.
FIGURE 3.1A
IMPORTANT: Drain fuel tank before tipping machine.
DO NOT tip machine with carburetor or spark plug down.
Oil from crankcase will saturate the air filter and cause
the engine to be hard to start or not start at all. If
contamination does occur, the air filter will have to be
replaced.
3. Alternate Oil Drain: Procedure: The Kawasaki
and Robin 4-Cycle engines are equipped with oil
drain plugs located above the deck on the left side
of the engine. See Figure 3.1.B and Figure 3.1.C.
Remove oil drain plug to drain oil. Allow sufficient
time for all oil to drain. Reinstall plug and tighten
securely.
4. Dispose of drain oil properly.
5. Fill engine with oil as specified in Engine
Manual. Do Not overfill.
6. Robin 4-Cycle engines are equipped with an oil
filter. Refer to Engine Manual for correct replacement
intervals.
NOTE: Check specific model engine owner’s
manual for changing engine oil procedure and oil
specifications.
FIGURE 3.1B
FIGURE 3.1C
KAWASAKI ENGINE
ROBIN ENGINE
OIL
OIL DRAIN
PLUG
OIL DRAIN
P
LUG