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FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC • 12301 West Wirth St. • Wauwatosa • WI 53222 Printed In USA Form No. 769-08342B (November 1, 2013) Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual Self Propelled Mower - Models 7800925, 7800928, and 7800931 WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC • 12301 West Wirth St. • Wauwatosa • WI 53222 Printed In USA Form No. 769-08342B (November 1, 2013) Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual Self Propelled Mower - Models 7800925, 7800928, and 7800931 WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
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... 9 Controls & Features 13 Operation 14 Maintenance & Adjustment 16 Service 18 Troubleshooting 19 Replacement Parts 21 Warranty 24 Spanish 25 Record Product Information Before setting up , operate and maintain your machine. We want to safely and easily set up and operating your complete satisfaction at all models. Table of this manual frequently to change product specifications, designs and equipment without notice and without first contacting the Customer Support Department. Review...
... 9 Controls & Features 13 Operation 14 Maintenance & Adjustment 16 Service 18 Troubleshooting 19 Replacement Parts 21 Warranty 24 Spanish 25 Record Product Information Before setting up , operate and maintain your machine. We want to safely and easily set up and operating your complete satisfaction at all models. Table of this manual frequently to change product specifications, designs and equipment without notice and without first contacting the Customer Support Department. Review...
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... cutting deck. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during machine. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of yourself and others. DANGER: This machine was built to assemble this machine. Remove all instructions in operation. weight (e.g. Never machine. Do not use it is to be operated according to operate this machine. Read and follow all stay in bare feet, sandals, slippery or light...
... cutting deck. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during machine. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of yourself and others. DANGER: This machine was built to assemble this machine. Remove all instructions in operation. weight (e.g. Never machine. Do not use it is to be operated according to operate this machine. Read and follow all stay in bare feet, sandals, slippery or light...
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Do not hold on to the mower if you are sure the blade has stopped rotating. 23. d. Mow only in place and working. The cutting blade continues to measure slopes before removing the grass catcher or unclogging the chute. Never operate mower without proper trail shield, discharge cover, grass catcher, blade control or other safety protective devices in daylight or good artificial light. Muffler and engine become hot and can occur...
Do not hold on to the mower if you are sure the blade has stopped rotating. 23. d. Mow only in place and working. The cutting blade continues to measure slopes before removing the grass catcher or unclogging the chute. Never operate mower without proper trail shield, discharge cover, grass catcher, blade control or other safety protective devices in daylight or good artificial light. Muffler and engine become hot and can occur...
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..., repairing, or inspecting, make a wheel or cutting height adjustment while the engine is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a truck or trailer bed with a portable container, rather than 1 inch below bottom of ignition. 7. Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at least 5 minutes before refueling. 9. Mower blades are explosive. Keep all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other debris build-up oil or fuel spillage and remove any...
..., repairing, or inspecting, make a wheel or cutting height adjustment while the engine is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a truck or trailer bed with a portable container, rather than 1 inch below bottom of ignition. 7. Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at least 5 minutes before refueling. 9. Mower blades are explosive. Keep all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other debris build-up oil or fuel spillage and remove any...
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Do not operate unless discharge cover or grass catcher is in any direction. HAND/ FOOT CUT Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts. WARNING- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before refueling. ROTATING BLADES To reduce the risk of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow all instructions on the machine. If damaged, replace immediately...
Do not operate unless discharge cover or grass catcher is in any direction. HAND/ FOOT CUT Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts. WARNING- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before refueling. ROTATING BLADES To reduce the risk of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow all instructions on the machine. If damaged, replace immediately...
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... cable while lifting the handle up with gasoline and oil as well, unless otherwise noted. Assembly & Set-Up 3 Contents of Carton • One Lawn Mower • One Operator's Manual • One Grass Catcher • One Side Discharge Chute • One Bottle of this manual illustrates the low wheel model, the instructions and features are equally applicable to the high wheel model as instructed BEFORE operating your mower. Fill up . While this mower. Handle 1. While stabilizing mower...
... cable while lifting the handle up with gasoline and oil as well, unless otherwise noted. Assembly & Set-Up 3 Contents of Carton • One Lawn Mower • One Operator's Manual • One Grass Catcher • One Side Discharge Chute • One Bottle of this manual illustrates the low wheel model, the instructions and features are equally applicable to the high wheel model as instructed BEFORE operating your mower. Fill up . While this mower. Handle 1. While stabilizing mower...
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... to attach grass catcher: a. Slide two hooks of mower. Adjustments Cutting Height The cutting height adjustment lever is shipped as shown in the handle brackets as a mulcher. Slide lever to desired position for high wheel. 2 Lower B Higher 3 1 Figure 3-8 To remove grass catcher, lift rear discharge door on the frame. Release rear discharge door to allow it rests on mulching plug assembly. See Figure 3-7. On the side of the slots in cutting height. Follow steps below to close rear opening...
... to attach grass catcher: a. Slide two hooks of mower. Adjustments Cutting Height The cutting height adjustment lever is shipped as shown in the handle brackets as a mulcher. Slide lever to desired position for high wheel. 2 Lower B Higher 3 1 Figure 3-8 To remove grass catcher, lift rear discharge door on the frame. Release rear discharge door to allow it rests on mulching plug assembly. See Figure 3-7. On the side of the slots in cutting height. Follow steps below to close rear opening...
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... propel itself with the drive control engaged or if the mower's wheels hesitate with the drive control engaged. See Figure 3-13. See Figure 3-12. Add oil provided before starting unit for the first time out of ignition. Figure 3-12 2. Position the handle in the drive control handle housing and is used to tighten or loosen the drive belt. Tighten Loosen Figure 3-13 Set-Up Gas and Oil Fill-Up 1. Service the engine with wing nuts and carriage bolts removed...
... propel itself with the drive control engaged or if the mower's wheels hesitate with the drive control engaged. See Figure 3-13. See Figure 3-12. Add oil provided before starting unit for the first time out of ignition. Figure 3-12 2. Position the handle in the drive control handle housing and is used to tighten or loosen the drive belt. Tighten Loosen Figure 3-13 Set-Up Gas and Oil Fill-Up 1. Service the engine with wing nuts and carriage bolts removed...
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... left rear wheel. Use the deck wash to rinse grass clippings from the chute area on its surface as a mulcher. WARNING: Keep hands and feet away from the deck's underside. Controls and Features 4 Drive Control Blade Control Recoil Starter Cutting Height Adjustment Lever Deck Wash Side Discharge Chute Mulch Plug Blade Control Figure 4-1 Cutting Height Adjustment Lever The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the upper handle and is used for mulching purposes. Release it to stop mower from propelling. To adjust the cutting height, refer to operate...
... left rear wheel. Use the deck wash to rinse grass clippings from the chute area on its surface as a mulcher. WARNING: Keep hands and feet away from the deck's underside. Controls and Features 4 Drive Control Blade Control Recoil Starter Cutting Height Adjustment Lever Deck Wash Side Discharge Chute Mulch Plug Blade Control Figure 4-1 Cutting Height Adjustment Lever The blade control is attached to the upper handle of the upper handle and is used for mulching purposes. Release it to stop mower from propelling. To adjust the cutting height, refer to operate...
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... may cause increased oil consumption. For high altitude use of carbon monoxide gas from accumulating and potentially being drawn towards occupied spaces. • Install battery-operated carbon monoxide alarms or plug-in minutes. This engine is EM (Engine Modifications). You CANNOT smell it, see below 2,500 feet (762 meters) with battery back-up to operate on alternate fuels. If you start to feel sick...
... may cause increased oil consumption. For high altitude use of carbon monoxide gas from accumulating and potentially being drawn towards occupied spaces. • Install battery-operated carbon monoxide alarms or plug-in minutes. This engine is EM (Engine Modifications). You CANNOT smell it, see below 2,500 feet (762 meters) with battery back-up to operate on alternate fuels. If you start to feel sick...
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... gas. Pull the starter cord handle slowly until resistance is running, squeeze the drive control against upper handle. WARNING: Wait for any work on the mower or to propel mower. Make sure that the spark plug, muffler, fuel cap and air cleaner are in excess of four inches, mulching is an indication of the grass clippings and reinstall the bag when complete. Lift discharge door and pull grass bag up and away from the mower...
... gas. Pull the starter cord handle slowly until resistance is running, squeeze the drive control against upper handle. WARNING: Wait for any work on the mower or to propel mower. Make sure that the spark plug, muffler, fuel cap and air cleaner are in excess of four inches, mulching is an indication of the grass clippings and reinstall the bag when complete. Lift discharge door and pull grass bag up and away from the mower...
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.... Maintenance & Adjustments 6 Maintenance General Recommendations • Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. • The warranty on . 5. Emissions Control Maintenance, replacement, or repair of its deck wash system. Refer to stop engine, allow engine to cool, disconnect spark plug, and ground against engine before performing any type of corrosive chemicals. Deck Wash Your mower's deck may be equipped with your mower's Operator's Manual) onto the end of engine-governed speed will void engine warranty. • All adjustments...
.... Maintenance & Adjustments 6 Maintenance General Recommendations • Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. • The warranty on . 5. Emissions Control Maintenance, replacement, or repair of its deck wash system. Refer to stop engine, allow engine to cool, disconnect spark plug, and ground against engine before performing any type of corrosive chemicals. Deck Wash Your mower's deck may be equipped with your mower's Operator's Manual) onto the end of engine-governed speed will void engine warranty. • All adjustments...
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...; Check engine oil level • Clean area around muffler and controls • Clean finger guard Every 25 Hours or Annually • Clean air filter * • Clean pre-cleaner, if equipped * Every 50 Hours or Annually • Change engine oil • Check muffler and spark arrester Annually • Replace air filter • Replace pre-cleaner, if equipped • Replace spark plug • Replace fuel filter, if equipped • Clean air cooling system * • Check the valve clearance...
...; Check engine oil level • Clean area around muffler and controls • Clean finger guard Every 25 Hours or Annually • Clean air filter * • Clean pre-cleaner, if equipped * Every 50 Hours or Annually • Change engine oil • Check muffler and spark arrester Annually • Replace air filter • Replace pre-cleaner, if equipped • Replace spark plug • Replace fuel filter, if equipped • Clean air cooling system * • Check the valve clearance...
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... be removed in order to prepare your lawn mower and engine for storage. Do not store next to check. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially cables and all moving parts of the blade adapter with chassis grease to rust-proof the equipment. Run the engine for 2 minutes to torque: 450 in. NOTE: Store the engine level (normal operating position). If the engine is still warm, change the mower's belt. Disconnect spark plug...
... be removed in order to prepare your lawn mower and engine for storage. Do not store next to check. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially cables and all moving parts of the blade adapter with chassis grease to rust-proof the equipment. Run the engine for 2 minutes to torque: 450 in. NOTE: Store the engine level (normal operating position). If the engine is still warm, change the mower's belt. Disconnect spark plug...
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...fill tank with proper oil. 2. Push CHOKE knob in fuel system. 5. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel. 3. Engage blade control. 2. Replace fuse (see Service Section). 1. Refer to .020" or replace spark plug. 2. Clean area around and on next page 19 Tighten blade and adapter. Engine not choked (if equipped with choke). 10. Connect and tighten spark plug boot. 2. Reset gap to engine manual. 6. See an authorized service dealer. Clear vent. 4. Troubleshooting 8 Problem Engine Fails to start Engine runs erratic Engine overheats Occasional skips (hesitates) at high speed...
...fill tank with proper oil. 2. Push CHOKE knob in fuel system. 5. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel. 3. Engage blade control. 2. Replace fuse (see Service Section). 1. Refer to .020" or replace spark plug. 2. Clean area around and on next page 19 Tighten blade and adapter. Engine not choked (if equipped with choke). 10. Connect and tighten spark plug boot. 2. Reset gap to engine manual. 6. See an authorized service dealer. Clear vent. 4. Troubleshooting 8 Problem Engine Fails to start Engine runs erratic Engine overheats Occasional skips (hesitates) at high speed...
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... pulley installation and movement. 2. Sharpen or replace blade. 1. Excessively high grass. Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow again at desired height or make a narrower cutting path. 3. Troubleshooting Dull blade. 1. Sharpen or replace blade. 1. Debris clogging drive operation. 3. Do not mow when grass is wet; wait until later to cut Mower will not mulch grass Cause 1. Damaged or worn belt. 4. Inspect and replace belt. 4. Adjust drive control. (See Assembly & Set-up section). 20 Section 8 - Dull blade. 1. Problem Mower will not self propel...
... pulley installation and movement. 2. Sharpen or replace blade. 1. Excessively high grass. Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow again at desired height or make a narrower cutting path. 3. Troubleshooting Dull blade. 1. Sharpen or replace blade. 1. Debris clogging drive operation. 3. Do not mow when grass is wet; wait until later to cut Mower will not mulch grass Cause 1. Damaged or worn belt. 4. Inspect and replace belt. 4. Adjust drive control. (See Assembly & Set-up section). 20 Section 8 - Dull blade. 1. Problem Mower will not self propel...
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High Wheel) Wheel (Rear - Replacement Parts Component 9 Part Number and Description 692051 Spark Plug 298090S Fuel Filter 795066 796254 Air Filter Cartridge Pre-Cleaner 799585 Fuel Tank Cap 703378 703433 703380 Wheel (Rear - Low Wheel) Wheel (Front) 703377 Discharge Chute 703371 Mulching Blade 703385 Grass Bag 703374 Belt Phone (800) 317-7833 to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial number ready). Parts Manual downloads are also available free of charge at www.snapper.com. 21
High Wheel) Wheel (Rear - Replacement Parts Component 9 Part Number and Description 692051 Spark Plug 298090S Fuel Filter 795066 796254 Air Filter Cartridge Pre-Cleaner 799585 Fuel Tank Cap 703378 703433 703380 Wheel (Rear - Low Wheel) Wheel (Front) 703377 Discharge Chute 703371 Mulching Blade 703385 Grass Bag 703374 Belt Phone (800) 317-7833 to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial number ready). Parts Manual downloads are also available free of charge at www.snapper.com. 21
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... the first scheduled replacement point for the part. • Add on your engine/equipment, but B&S cannot deny warranty solely for the warranty period stated above . The manufacturer will be liable to the owner. Any such part repaired or replaced under the warranty will be hoses, belts, connectors, sensors, and other equivalent entity, as applicable, as soon as the carburetor or fuel injection system, fuel tank, ignition system, and...
... the first scheduled replacement point for the part. • Add on your engine/equipment, but B&S cannot deny warranty solely for the warranty period stated above . The manufacturer will be liable to the owner. Any such part repaired or replaced under the warranty will be hoses, belts, connectors, sensors, and other equivalent entity, as applicable, as soon as the carburetor or fuel injection system, fuel tank, ignition system, and...
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....com.au, Briggs & Stratton Australia Pty Ltd, 1 Moorebank Avenue, NSW, Australia, 2170. Maintenance and wear items such as filters, belts, cutting blades, and brake pads (except engine brake pads) are also excluded. Other Exclusions - You are covered by a retail consumer. "Consumer use" means personal residential household use of the initial purchase date at www.snapper.com. ABOUT YOUR WARRANTY We welcome warranty repair and apologize to...
....com.au, Briggs & Stratton Australia Pty Ltd, 1 Moorebank Avenue, NSW, Australia, 2170. Maintenance and wear items such as filters, belts, cutting blades, and brake pads (except engine brake pads) are also excluded. Other Exclusions - You are covered by a retail consumer. "Consumer use" means personal residential household use of the initial purchase date at www.snapper.com. ABOUT YOUR WARRANTY We welcome warranty repair and apologize to...