Snapper 14 Series User Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: This powerful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can
cause injury and damage! Failure to observe the following SAFETY instructions could result in serious injury or
death. Carefully read this manual and question your dealer if something is not clear. Should the dealer be unable to
answer to your satisfaction, write or call the Customer Service Department at SNAPPER, McDonough, Georgia,
30253 (Phone 404-954-2500).
PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN
1. DO NOT allow children in yard when machine is
operated (even with the blade OFF).
2. DO NOT allow children to ride on machine or on
attachments (even with the blade OFF).
3. DO NOT allow pre-teenage children to operate
machine.
4. Only responsible teenagers with mature judgement
shall be allowed to operate machine and only under
close supervision.
PROTECTION AGAINST TIPOVERS
1. DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 15
degrees (27% grade).
2. On slopes above 10 degrees (18% grade), exercise
extreme CAUTION. Turn blade OFF when traveling
uphill, also reduce speed and avoid sharp turns.
3. Avoid uphill starts. If machine is stopped going
uphill, turn blade OFF and back slowly down the
slope.
4. DO NOT mow under any condition where traction or
stability is doubtful without first test driving over
the terrain with blade OFF.
5. Stay alert for holes and other hidden hazards. Keep
away from ditches, washouts, culverts, fences and
protruding objects.
6. DO NOT mow back and forth across face of slopes.
7. KEEP A SAFE DISTANCE (at least three feet) away
from edge of ditches and other drop offs.
OTHER IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
1. Read and follow operator's manuals and
instructions furnished with attachments.
2. Only mature, responsible persons shall operate the
machine.
3. Mount and dismount the machine from left side.
4. Wear appropriate protective clothing when mowing,
such as, long pants and substantial footwear, not
barefoot or with open sandals.
5. Practice operation of machine with blade OFF to
learn controls and develop skill.
6. Persons under the influence of alcohol or drugs
must NOT operate machine.
7. Know how to STOP blade and engine quickly in
preparation for emergencies.
8. Keep people and pets a safe distance from machine.
9. Shields, deflectors, switches, blade controls and
other safety devices must be in proper position and
functional.
OTHER IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
10. Clear area to be worked of wire, rocks and other
objects that could cause injury if thrown by blade.
11. STOP blade, STOP engine and remove key when
leaving machine.
12. DO NOT operate machine unless properly seated
with feet on foot rests or pedal.
13. Keep hands and feet away from rotating blade
underneath deck. Never place foot on ground while
blade is ON or when machine is in motion.
14. Turn blade OFF, STOP engine and wait for blade to
STOP before attempting to unclog grass or leaves
to prevent loss of fingers or hand.
15. Blade must be switched OFF except when cutting
grass. Set cutter in highest position when mowing
over rough ground.
16. Deflector or grass catcher must be in position.
Never point discharge at people, passing cars,
windows or doors. Watch out for traffic when
crossing or near roadways.
17. Operate in reverse only after careful observation of
entire area behind the machine. DO NOT mow in
reverse unless absolutely necessary.
18. Service machine and make adjustments only when
engine is stopped.
19. Have machine serviced by an authorized SNAPPER
dealer at least once a year and have the dealer
install any new SAFETY devices.
20. Use only genuine SNAPPER replacement parts to
assure that original standards are maintained.
21. Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws frequently, then
check, adjust, repair or replace brakes as needed.
22. Lubricate machine at intervals specified in manual
to prevent controls from binding.
23. Mow only in daylight or with good artificial light.
24. Handle gasoline with carel Never remove cap while
engine is running. Fill tank outdoors only with
engine STOPPED and cool. Clean spilled gasoline
from machine. Store gasoline in approved
container, out of the reach of children, in well
ventilated, unoccupied building.
25. DO NOT change engine governor speed settings or
overspeed engine.
26. Check grass catcher components frequently for
signs of wear or deterioration and replace as
needed to prevent injury from items going through
weak or worn spots.
27. Exercise CAUTION when pulling loads. Limit loads
to those you can safely control and attach loads to
hitch plate as specified with SNAPPER attachment
instructions.
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Snapper 14 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Snapper
Model	14 Series
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English