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Operator’s Manual
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Model No. Description
7800580 NXT22875E
7800696 NXT22875EFCA
Manual No. 7104062 (Rev. B)
Not for
Reproduction
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Thank You for purchasing this quality-built Snapper mower. We’re pleased that you placed your confidence in the Snapper brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Snapper mower will provide many years of dependable service. This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with the machine and how to avoid them. This machine is designed and intended only for finish cutting of established lawns
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Table of Contents Operator Safety ................................................................................... 4 Safety Instructions ......................................................................................................................4 Safety and Operation Decals .......................................................................................................6 Features and Controls............................................................................ 8 Operati
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Operator Safety WARNING: This powerful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects ! that can cause injury and damage! Failure to comply with the following SAFETY instructions could result in serious injury or death to the operator or other persons. The owner of the machine must understand these instructions and must allow only persons who understand these instructions to operate machine. Each person operating the machine must be of sound mind and body an
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Operator Safety SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE OPERATION (Continued From Previous Page) (Continued From Previous Column) 7. Remove gas-powered equipment from the vehicle or 14. DO NOT discharge material against a wall or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, obstruction. Material may ricochet back towards the then refuel equipment using a portable container, rather operator. than a gasoline dispenser nozzle. 15. Slow down before turning. 8. DO NOT start gas power
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Operator Safety The decals noted below are located on the mower. The safety Safety and Operation Decals warnings and operation instructions they contain should Reading this manual and the safety instructions it contains be carefully read, understood, and followed. Not following will provide the basic knowledge necessary to operate this these important warnings and instructions can result in mower safely and effectively. However, several safety and serious bodily injury or death. operation
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Operator Safety Explanation of Safety Decals A C KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY B D A. WARNING: Avoid Serious Injury or Death B. DANGER: Amputation and Thrown Object Hazard. Read the operator’s manual before attempting to To avoid serious injury or death, keep hands and operate the mower. feet away from the mower deck at all times during operation. Mow across slopes, not up or down. To avoid injury from thrown objects, do not operate the mower unless all mulching, discharge,
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Features and Controls IMPORTANT The figures and illustrations in this manual are provided for reference only and may differ from your specific model. H K Contact your dealer if you have questions. G J I F A B C E D A. Oil Fill Cap and Dipstick F. Battery Charge Port B. Fuel Filler Cap G. Blade Control (2) C. Fuel Gauge H. Drive Control (2) D. Mulching Cover I. Starter Insert E. Cutting Height Adjust Lever J. Start Button K. Maintenance Reminder 8 www.snapper.com Not for Reproduction
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Operation 5. Add fuel to the tank: Before Starting • Make sure the mower is outside, where fumes can 1. Check the guards, deflectors, grass bag, and covers to safely dissipate. make sure all are in place and securely tightened. • Remove the fuel fill cap (C, Figure 2). 2. Check the blade control (A, Figure 1) and drive control • Fill the tank with fuel. Refer to the section entitled ‘Fuel (B) to insure they work freely. Recommendations’. To allow for expansion of the fuel, do not fill a
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Operation Starting the Mower A ® The engine on this mower is equipped with a ReadyStart system, which features a temperature-controlled automatic choke. It does not have a manual choke or a primer. 1. Plug the starter insert (A, Figure 3) into the connection slot in the control console. 2. Squeeze the blade control (B) against the drive control (C). 3. Pull the drive control all the way back to the neutral position. Figure 4: Propelling the mower NOTE: The blade control and drive c
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Operation Cutting Height Adjustment ! WARNING ! DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Remove starter insert. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool. 1.25 in 4.00 in Pull the cutting height adjust lever (A, Figure 6) Figure 7: Cutting height settings (approximate) outward, and move to the d
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Operation Installing the Grass Bag ! WARNING ! DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Remove starter insert. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and components C B are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool. Important: The mulching plug must be removed only when bagging is desired, and must be replaced as soon as bagging operations are completed.
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Operation Charging the Battery The battery in this mower is sealed and maintenance free, and requires no service other than charging. If the battery will not accept a charge, bring the mower to an authorized service center for service. 1. Using the supplied charger, plug the charger connec- tor into the battery charge port (A, Figure 11). Plug the charger into a wall outlet and charge the battery for 12-24 hours. (Longer periods will not damage the battery.) Important: Use only the ch
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Operation Spark Plug Maintenance Reminder The ‘Spark Plug’ icon (E) will appear every 50 hours (total The maintenance reminder (A, Figure 12) provides timely hours) of operation. This indicates it is time to change the reminders of important maintenance items. It has six spark plug. Be sure to follow the procedures outlined in this display modes: manual. To reset: Total Hours 1. Press the ‘Mode’ button until the ‘Spark Plug’ screen Displays total hours mower has been operated. Thi
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Maintenance Maintenance Chart Emissions Control ! WARNING ! Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emissions control DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service devices and systems may be performed by any non-road with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. engine repair establishment or individual. However, to obtain Remove the starter insert. Disconnect spark plug wire and “no charge” emissions control service, the work must be secure away from spark plug. Engin
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Maintenance Change Engine Oil Service Air Filter ! WARNING ! ! WARNING ! DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service Never start or run the engine with the air cleaner assembly with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. (if equipped) or the air filter (if equipped) removed. Remove starter insert. Disconnect spark plug wire and NOTE: Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean the secure away from spark plug. Engine and components filter. Pressurized air can dama
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Maintenance 11. Start the engine and run for 2-3 minutes, to allow the Check Safety Interlock System underside of the mower deck to dry. 1. Start the mower. 2. Release the blade control. The engine must stop within 3 seconds. If the engine does not stop, do not use the mower. Bring the mower to an authorized dealer for service. Clean Debris Off Mower A ! WARNING ! DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Remove starte
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Maintenance Drive Control Adjustment Storage Procedure ! WARNING ! ! WARNING ! DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Remove starter insert. Disconnect spark plug wire and Remove starter insert. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and components secure away from spark plug. Engine and c
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Troubleshooting PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine Will Not Start 1. Fuel tank empty. 1. Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel. 2. Starter insert not installed. 2. Install starter insert into control console. 3. Spark plug wire disconnected. 3. Place spark plug wire onto spark plug. 4. Wiring harness disconnected. 4. Connect wiring harness. 5. Battery dead. 5. Charge or replace battery. Engine Stalls or Loses 1. Blade control is released or is not being held 1. Blade control should be held
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Warranties BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, L.L.C. OWNER WARRANTY POLICY LIMITED WARRANTY Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC will repair and/or replace, free of charge, any part(s) of the equipment that is defec- tive in material or workmanship or both. Briggs & Stratton Corporation will repair and/or replace, free of charge, any part(s) of the Briggs and Stratton engine* (if equipped) that is defective in material or workmanship or both. Transportation charges on product submi
