Snapper ESV25650B Manuale Utente

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Section 2 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 
 
2.1  PRE-START CHECK LIST 
Read, understand and follow instructions and 
warnings in this manual and on the machine, engine 
and attachments before operating. Know the controls 
and the proper use of the machine before starting. 
Make the following checks and perform the service 
required before each start-up. 
2.1.1.  Check guards, deflectors and covers to make 
sure all are in place and securely tightened. 
2.1.2.  Carefully inspect machine for loose, missing, 
damaged or worn components. Repair or replace as 
necessary before operating the machine. 
2.1.3. Carefully inspect the debris bag and bag 
adapter for wear and deterioration. IMPORTANT – 
open top of bag to inspect interior of bag and the 
discharge deflector end of the bag adapter. Replace 
bag and bag adapter if they display signs of 
deterioration. The debris bag must be attached to the 
bag adapter, the bag adapter mounted onto the 
machine, and the zippered top fully closed before 
starting engine. The top rear corners of the bag are 
attached to the handles by using the cloth straps 
located near the top of the bag. See Figures 2.2 and 
2.3. 
2.1.4.  Check engine oil and add oil as needed to 
bring level up to the FULL mark. Refer to engine 
owner’s manual for oil specifications. See Figure 2.1.  
 
FIGURE 2.1 
 
2.1.5.  Check engine speed control to insure it 
works freely. 
2.1.6. Clean exterior surfaces of machine and 
engine of any accumulation of dirt, grass, oil, etc.  
Keep engine air intake screen and cooling fins clear 
at all times. 
2.1.7.  Add fuel to tank after pushing the machine 
outside where fumes can dissipate.  Make sure fuel 
filler cap is tight after refueling.  Refer to engine 
owner’s manual for fuel specifications. 
2.1.8.  Adjust height of vacuum inlet. Lift up on 
handles. Squeeze height control lever against handle. 
Raise or lower handles until desired inlet height has 
been obtained. Release control lever. See Figure 2.4. 
 
 
 
 
 
FIGURE 2.2 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
FIGURE 2.3 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
FIGURE 2.4 
SAFE LEVEL 
AREA 
BAG ADAPTER 
MOUNTED. 
BAG 
ATTACHED TO 
HANDLES. TOP 
ZIPPER FULLY 
DEBRIS BAG 
AND BAG 
ADAPTER 
MOUNTED TO 
DISCHARGE 
OPENING 
HEIGHT 
CONTROL 
LEVER