Operation; Before Starting - Snapper 7800849-03 Manuel D'utilisation

Before Starting

1. Check the guards, deflectors, grass bag, and cov-
ers to make sure all are in place and securely tight-
ened.
2. Check the blade control (A, Figure 1), drive con-
trol (B), and ground speed control (C) to insure
they work freely.
B
Figure 1: Mower controls
3. Check to make sure the drive control is disen-
gaged. Refer to the section entitled 'Stopping the
Mower'.
4. Check the cutting height. Adjust to the desired
height. Refer to the section entitled 'Cutting Height
Adjustment'.
5. Check the engine oil (A, Figure 2) and add oil as
needed to bring the level up to the full mark. Refer
to the Engine Owner's Manual for oil specifications
and procedures.
A
Figure 2: Oil and fuel fill
6. Add fuel to the tank:
• Make sure the mower is outside, where fumes
can safely dissipate.
• Remove the fuel fill cap (B, Figure 2).
• Fill the tank with fuel. Refer to the Engine
Owner's Manual for fuel specifications and proce-
dures.
• Reinstall the fuel fill cap.
7. Clean the exterior surfaces of the cutting deck and
A
engine of any accumulation of spilled fuel, dirt,
grass, oil, etc. Keep the engine air intake screen
and cooling fins clear at all times.
C
B

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