Snapper 3201 Series User Manual

A SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A
WARNING: This powerful snow thrower is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects causing in¬
jury. Read this manual carefully and question your Snapper Dealer if something is not clear. Should the dealer be
unable to answer to your satisfaction, send a letter to the Snapper Customer Service Department at Snapper Power
Equipment, Post Office Box 777, McDonough, Georgia 30253, or Phone 1-404-957-9141.
PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN
1. D O NOT allow children in area when Snow Thrower is being operated.
2. DO NOT allow pre-teen children to operate Snow Thrower.
3. DO NOT allow irresponsible teenagers to operate the machine — allow teenager only if exhibiting mature judge¬
ment and then only after thorough instruction and under close supervision of an experienced operato .
PREPARATION
1. Read this manual, get to know where all controls are located and practice how to use them before starting for
the first time and at the beginning of each season. Pay attention to Decals on engine and snow thrower.
2. Wear protective clothing including face mask and boots which will give you maximum footing on slippery sur¬
faces.
3. Before the first snow fall, check the area to be cleared and remove ail objects such as doormats, sticks, toys,
wires, rocks, etc., which could be hurled or jam the snow thrower.
4. Survey the area to be cleared beforehand and plan where snow is to be blown. Be prepared to release blower
clutch or to change deflector quickly to discharge away from windows, cars, buildings and doorways to avoid
property damage or personal injury from hurled objects.
5. H andle fuel with care. Store only in approved gasoline container. Move machine outdoors where fumes can be
safely dissipated before filling tank. Never add fuel when engine is running. Allow cooling off period after stop¬
ping to avoid spilled fuel from igniting on contact with hot engine parts.
OPERATIONAL PRECAUTIONS
1. Before starting, make visual check to make sure blower housing is clear and all guards and shields are in place
and tight.
2. Warn everyone in advance to stay clear of area but keep especially watchful for children and pets darting into
area while operating.
3. Start engine only when exhaust fumes can be dissipated, allow brief warm-up period, practice operation of con¬
trols outside before putting the machine to work.
4. Should the blower become clogged, release auger clutch control and, as an additional precaution, stop the
engine before attempting to unclog the collector or discharge chute.
5. If you strike a hard object , stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire before inspecting for damage.
6. Stop the engine if unit starts to vibrate excessively as this normally indicates mechanical problems. Disconnect
the spark plug wire to prevent unintentional starting before servicing or repairing the machine.
7. Avoid clearing steep slopes and keep away from drop-off areas where footing is doubtful or where the machine
could tip over. Clear snow across the face of slopes whenever possible.
8. Stop the engine and remove the key whenever you leave the unit unattended to eliminate the possibility of
children or untrained adults attempting to operate the machine.
9. Release clutch control and make sure auger has stopped before rotating discharge chute, adjusting deflector, or
placing hands near auger.
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Snapper 3201 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Snapper
Model	3201 Series
Category	Snow Blower
Language	English