Snapper RP217017BVE Manuel D’Utilisation

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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 
 
WARNING 
DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or 
service with engine and blade running. STOP engine 
and blade. 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. 
 
2.6 RECYCLING 
OPERATION 
NOTE: For best recycling results, cut up to a maximum of 
1/3 of grass blade length and recycle ONLY when grass 
is dry. 
1.  Set all wheels in the highest cutting position 
(Notch 6). 
2.  Move engine speed control to “FAST” (Rabbit) 
position. 
3. Move ground speed control to slowest speed 
setting. 
4. Proceed mowing slowly. If grass is very dense, 
lower each rear wheel latch one notch lower than 
the front wheel latches to improve recycling 
performance. 
 
2.7  INSTALLATION of GRASS BAG ADAPTER 
(Optional accessory on some models) 
STEP 1: Install the grass bag adapter and secure to the 
side and top of the deck with the two nuts provided on the 
machine. Slot in front edge of adapter must be under nut 
located on top of deck. See Figure 2.11. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
FIGURE 2.11 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2.8  INSTALLATION of RECYCLING PLUG 
(Optional Accessory on Some Models) 
STEP 1:
 Once adapter has been installed, recycling may 
be desired. Insert recycling plug completely and securely 
into adapter. Install grass bag. See Figure 2.12. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
FIGURE 2.12 
 
2.9  INSTALLATION of GRASS CATCHER – DOOR 
BAG 
(Optional accessory on some models) 
Install grass catcher by sliding connector over flange 
of adapter. See Figure 2.13. Attach grass bag hooks 
over middle handle cross bar. See Figure 2.14. 
 
 
FIGURE 2.13 
 
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POSITION BAG 
BETWEEN HANDLES
SLIDE 
CONNECTOR 
DOWN OVER BAG 
ADAPTER FLANGE 
BAG 
ADAPTER
CONNECTOR 
SECURE ADAPTER 
TO DECK WITH NUTS
SECURE 
WITH NUTS 
ADAPTER 
INSERT RECYCLING PLUG 
COMPLETELY AND SECURELY 
INTO ADAPTER. INSTALL 
GRASS BAG. 
ADAPTER
PLUG