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Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517BVE, WRP216517BE - page 1
Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for 21” STEEL DECK WALK MOWERS SERIES 17 MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION R P 21 675 17 BV MODEL DESIGNATION ENGINE DESIGNATION SELF-PROPELLED SERIES DESIGNATION CUTTING WIDTH ENGINE HORSE POWER R – Recycling Model P – Self Propelled Model 17 – Series Designation W – Model Designation 21 – 21” Cut ...
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Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517BVE, WRP216517BE - page 2
2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: This pow erful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can cause injury and damage! Failure to comply w ith the follow ing SAFETY instructions could result in serious injury or death to the operator or other persons. The owner of the machine must understand these in ...
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Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517BVE, WRP216517BE - page 3
3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPERATION 1. DO NOT put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of discharge area w hile engine is running. 2. STOP engine w hen crossing gravel drives, w alks, or roads, and under any conditions w here throw n objects might be a hazard. 3. Mow only in day light or good artificial light. 4. DO NOT oper ...
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Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517BVE, WRP216517BE - page 4
4 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................................... 2 - 3 TABLE OF CO NTENTS ...................................................................................................... 4 SECTION 1 - FAMI LIARIZATI ON...................................................................... ...
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Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517BVE, WRP216517BE - page 5
5 Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION FIGURE 1.1 1.1 INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared for the operators of the SNAPPER WALK BEHIND MOWERS. Its purpose, aside from recommending operating and routine service requirements, is to promote safety through the use of accepted operating practices. Read, Understand and Follow the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRU ...
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Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517BVE, WRP216517BE - page 6
6 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start-up. 2.1.1. Check guards, deflectors, grass bag, adapter and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tightened. 2.1.2. Check blade control and wheel drive control to insure they work freely. See Figure ...
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Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517BVE, WRP216517BE - page 7
7 ENGINE SPEED CONTROL MOVE TO CHOKE POSITION Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.2 STARTING & OPERATION 2. 2 .1 . EN GI NE & BLADE (Choke Models) 1. Move fuel shut off valve to the “ON” position. See Figure 2.5. NOTE: Stop the engine (and blade) by releasing the blade control. FIGURE 2.5 2. Move engine speed control to the “ Ch ok e ...
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Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517BVE, WRP216517BE - page 8
8 Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.4 HANDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The height of the mower handle can be adjusted as follows: 1. Loosen the lower nuts on each lower handle as shown in Figure 2.8. FIGURE 2.8 2. Move upper mower handle up or down until the desired position is achieved. 3. Tighten the lower nuts on each lower handle to maintain desired ...
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Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517BVE, WRP216517BE - page 9
9 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 w ire and secure aw ay from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool. 2.6 RECYCLING OPERATION NOTE: Fo ...
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Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517BVE, WRP216517BE - page 10
10 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 w ire and secure aw ay from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool. 2.9 INSTALLATION of GRASS CATCH ...
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Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517BVE, WRP216517BE - page 11
11 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 w ire and secure aw ay from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool. 2.10 INSTALLATION of DISCHARGE ...
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Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517BVE, WRP216517BE - page 12
12 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. WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or serv ...
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Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517BVE, WRP216517BE - page 13
13 Section 3 – MAINTENANCE WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Disconnect spark plug w ire and secure aw ay from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool. Wear heavy leather glov es w hen handlin ...
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Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517BVE, WRP216517BE - page 14
14 Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Disconnect spark plug w ire and secure aw ay from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool. Wear heavy leather gloves w h ...
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Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517BVE, WRP216517BE - page 15
15 Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Disconnect spark plug w ire and secure aw ay from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool. 4. Sharpen blade on a grindin ...
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Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517BVE, WRP216517BE - page 16
16 Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Disconnect spark plug w ire and secure aw ay from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool. 4.3 DRIVEN AND DRIVE DISC SER ...
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Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517BVE, WRP216517BE - page 17
17 Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Disconnect spark plug w ire and secure aw ay from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool. 4.3.3. DRIVEN DISC ADJUSTMENT ...
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Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517BVE, WRP216517BE - page 18
18 Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Disconnect spark plug w ire and secure aw ay from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool. 4.3.4. Replacing Rubber Drive ...
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Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517BVE, WRP216517BE - page 19
19 Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Disconnect spark plug w ire and secure aw ay from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool. 4.3.6. Replacement Of Bearing ...
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Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517BVE, WRP216517BE - page 20
20 DRIVE DISC SLOT IN END OF DRIVE DISC BOLT BUSHING BOLT RETAINER DECK BRACKET (PARTIA LLY SHOWN) LOCK WA SHER NUT Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Disconnect spark plug w ire and secure aw ay from spark plug. Engine and compone ...
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Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517BVE, WRP216517BE - page 21
21 Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 4.5. BATTERY SERVICE 4.5.1. NEW BATTERY PREPARATION 1. Remove battery from carton. 2. Place battery in a well ventilated area on a level non-concrete surface. 3. Remove battery cell caps. Fill cells as required with electrolyte (purchased separat ely) to proper level. Fill to 3/16” above cell plates. Fillin ...
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Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517BVE, WRP216517BE - page 22
22 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine Will Not Start 1. Fuel tank empty. 1. F ill fuel tank w ith fresh fuel. Using Recoil Starter 2. Engine needs choking or priming. 2. Choke/Prime. Check Engine Manual for Instructions. 3. Spark plug wire disconnected. 3. Place spark plug w ire onto spark plug. 4. Honda Engines Only ? ...
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Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517BVE, WRP216517BE - page 23
23 SERVICE SCHEDULE ITEM SERVICE PERFORMED REF. EACH USE 5 HRS 25 HRS 50 HRS 100 HRS EACH SEASON Engine Oil Check Oil Level Page 6 X Initial Oil Change Page 12 X Periodic Oil Change Page 13 X* Air Pre-Cleaner Clean Sponge Element Engine Manual & Page 13 X** Air Cleaner Clean or Replace Engine Manual & Page 13 X** Spark Plug Replace Engine M ...
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Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517BVE, WRP216517BE - page 24
24 3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For three (3) years from purchase date for the orig inal purchaser'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, to be defective in mate ...
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Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517BVE, WRP216517BE - page 29
29 SNAPPER PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM IMPORTANT: KEEP THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR PERSONAL RECORDS (Complete the following informa tion on your Snapper purchase) Model Number _____________________________________________________________ Serial Number _____________________________________________________________ Date of Pu rchase ______________________ ...
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Snapper R2167517BV, RP2167517BV, RP215517BVE, WRP216517BE - page 33
33 Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for 21” STEEL DECK WALK BEHIND MOWERS SERIES 17 IMPORTANT Snapper products are built using engines that meet or exceed all applicable emissions requirements on the date manufactured. The labels on those engines contai n very important emissions information and critical safety warnings. Read, Unders ...
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