Snapper VI80 - Page 18

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
SNAPPER MOWER
MODELS
V211P-V211PS-V211P4
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Failure to comply with the following instructions may result in serious injury to the operator
or other persons. The owner of the mower must understand these instructions and, furthermore, must
allow only persons who understand these instructions to operate the mower. Any person operating the
mower must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any substance which
might impair vision, dexterity, or judgement.
TRAINING OPERATION
1. Read this Manual carefully. Be thoroughly fa- ^• ^o no * change engine governor settings or
miliar with the controls and proper use of the overspeed engine.
2. D o not put hands or feet near or under ro-
mower. r
tatmg parts. Keep clear of discharge area
2. Never allow children to operate a power while engine is running.
mower. 3. Stop engine when crossing gravel drives,
- .. . . . . ... walks, or roads, and under any conditions
3. Keep the area of operat.on clear of all persons, where fhrown objecfs mjgh , be r Q bazard
particularly small children, and pets. 4 . After striking a foreign object or if mower
vibrates abnormally, stop the engine, discon¬
nect and secure spark plug wire. Inspect the
PREPARATION mower for any damage and repair the dam-
1. Never operate mower without proper guards,
plates, safety switches, or other safety protec- 5 ‘ S, °P en 9 m e whenever you leave the operating
five devices in place and properly connected. position behind the handle for any reason, in-
Inspect to determine that these safety devices eluding emptying grass bag and making any
are installed properly, are in good repair, and adjustments, repairs, or inspections,
operate properly. If the condition or operation 6- Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make
of these devices are questionable, they must be certain blade and all moving parts have stop-
repaired or replaced before using the mower. P ed - Disconnect and secure spark plug wire
o T i_ 11 . .. 1 , away from plug to prevent accidental starting.
2. Thoroughly inspect the area where the mower j ■
is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, 7 ' S, °P f"9 , n e and L wa ' t until the blade comes to
wire, bones and other foreign objects. Also complete stop before removing grass bag
note the location of holes, stumps, and otfter and/or unclogging chute.
possible hazards. 8. Mow across steep slopes, never up-and-down.
- . I, , Exercise caution when changing directions on
3. Do not operate mower when barefoot or wear- 1 n . . , . ,
, 1 .1 1 ,. , slopes. Do not mow excessively steep slopes,
ing open sandals. Always wear substantial ’ r
footwear and long pants. MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
4. Fill gasoline tank before starting engine. Use 1. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be
approved gasoline container. Do not smoke sure mower is in safe operating condition,
near open gasoline container. Do not fill gas- 2. Never store mower with gasoline in the tank
oline tank indoors or when engine is running. insi d e of a building where fumes may reach
Allow engine to cool for at least ten minutes an open f| ome or spar |< A || ow eng j n e to coo |
before refilling. Wipe off any spilled gasoline before storing in any enclosure.
before starting engine. Do not run engine o r*. l j i l l
. , v v » 3. To reduce fire hazard keep mower free of
indoors. i
grass, leaves or excessive grease.
5. Make sure that the traction drive deadman 4 . check grass bag assembly frequently for wear
control is disengaged before starting engine. or deterioration. Replace with new bag if loose
6. Never attempt to make a wheel height adjust- seams or tears are evident. Replace slider or
ment while the engine is running. bog chute if broken or cracked.
7. When mowing over rough ground or in tall 5 ’ Have / our mower inspected and services each
grass, mower must be set in highest cutting y ear b / an authorized Snapper dealer. Deter-
position. mine if any additional devices are available
which might upgrade the safety of your
8. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light. mower.
9. Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be 6. Factory specified Snapper replacement parts
sure of your footing,- keep a firm hold on the must be used to assure adequate protection
handle and walk; never run. against injury.
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