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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
Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, STOP
the engine, remove the spark plug wire from the
spark plug and secure wire away from plug. Engine
oil is extremely hot and can cause severe burns.
Allow engine oil to cool before draining to prevent
injury.
1. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure end away
from plug. The items needed to perform oil change
are: (2) cloth rags, (1) 3/8” drive ratchet with a short
extension and (1) shallow pan.
2. Tilt mower up on its rear wheels for access to the
oil drain plug located underneath the mower deck.
Do not tilt mower with spark plug or carburetor
down. See Figure 3.1.
FIGURE 3.1
3. Place shallow pan underneath the approximate
center of the oil drain plug.
4. Loosen with ratchet and short extension, but do
not remove oil drain plug. Loosen plug until you can
turn it with your fingers.
5. Lower the mower down and place the piece of
wood under left rear wheel. Reach back under
mower and remove drain plug and allow oil to drain
out completely in pan. Some oil will spill onto hands,
immediately wipe hands clean with cloth rags.
6. Tilt mower back up and replace drain plug.
Tighten securely but do not over tighten.
7. Fill engine with oil as specified in Engine Owner’s
Manual. Thereafter, change oil after each 25 hours
of use.
3.3 ANNUALLY (END OF EACH SEASON)
Perform all maintenance as described in the maintenance
schedule.
3.3.1. Engine
Service engine according to engine owner’s manual.
3.3.2. Air Filter
Refer to engine owner’s manual for service instructions.
3.3.3. Engine Oil
Refer to engine owner’s manual for service instructions.
3.4 STORAGE PROCEDURE
Refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual for directions
regarding engine storage preparations. Prepare the
mower for “end of season” storage as follows:
1. Drain fuel from fuel tank and let engine run until
all fuel is out of the carburetor.
2. Disconnect and remove the spark plug wire
away from spark plug before any other
preparations are made!
3. Tape all openings closed to prevent spraying
water into exhaust or air intakes during washing.
4. Tilt mower up on its rear wheels and thoroughly
clean the underside of the deck. Do not tilt mower
with spark plug or carburetor down. Scrape away
any accumulation of grass with a putty knife and or
wire brush.
5. Lubricate all exposed metal with a light coating of
oil to prevent corrosion.
6. Loosen handle knobs. Carefully fold the handles
forward, “flexing” the control cables to prevent cable
damage.
7. Store the mower in a shed or other dry area,
protected from weather.
REMOVE
OIL PLUG