Snapper W301023BVE, W281023BVE, W280923BV, 331523KVE, 331523BVE Owner’s Manual

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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR

WARNING

DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance,

service or repairs with the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade. Engage parking brake. Remove

key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and

secure away from plug. Engine and components are

HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before working on machine. Fuel Filler Cap and vent must be closed securely to prevent fuel spillage.

4.2.4. MOWER DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT (FOR 28" & 30" DECKS ONLY)

1. Remove mower drive belt cover. Refer to

Section "CHECK MOWER DRIVE BELT".

2. Move blade lever up and over to the "ON" position.

3. Place deck cutting height in the 3rd position.

Measure the belt spacing between idler pulley and belt. The distance should measure 1-1/4" but no

less than 1". See Figure 4.5.

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SPINDLE IDLER PULLEY PULLEY PULLEY ASSEMBLY

FIGURE 4.5

SLIDE FRONT END ASSMBLY

LOOSEN HARDWARE

LOOSEN HARDWARE AND SLIDE FRONT FRAME ASSEMBLY FORWARD TO OBTAIN THE

DESIRED BELT TENSION MEASUREMENT

FIGURE 4.6

12. Peel back the rubber clutch/brake pedal pad and push one ferrule through hole in pedal to attain slack

in cable. See Figure 4.7. Recheck cable for the approximate 3/16" of slack. Replace pedal pad when

adjustment is complete.

IMPORTANT: Too much slack may cause improper clutching and braking could be affected. Too little slack

may cause improper clutch function. Recheck service brake/park brake and readjust if necessary. Refer to

Section "SERVICE BRAKE/PARK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT".

PEEL BACK PEDAL PAD. PUSH ONEFERRULETHROUGH PEDAL.

RECHECK CABLE SLACK

4. If the distance is less than 1", adjust belt tension.

5. Move blade lever to the "OFF" position.

6. Loosen hardware that secures the clamp that

anchors the front frame assembly to the rear main case. See Figure 4.6.

7. Pull front frame forward until belt spacing, with blade lever "ON", measures 1-1/4".

8. Retighten hardware that secures clamp. Make sure hardware is tightened securely.

IMPORTANT: The SNAPPER Rear Engine Rider Models

with 33" decks do not require belt tension adjustment. But, if front frame assembly clamp is loosened for any reason,

recheck belt spacing between idler pulley and belt. With blade lever in the "ON" position, the distance should

measure 1-3/4".

9. When belt adjustment is complete it will be necessary to check Clutch/Brake Cable slack.

10. Disengage parking brake and allow pedal to remain in the engaged wheel drive (Up) position. See Figure

4.7.

11. Clutch/Brake Cable should have approximately

3/16" of slack. If the cable does not have slack adjustment of cable must be performed.

FERRULE_

FERRULE

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PEDAL IS SHOWN IN THE ENGAGED OR UP POSITION

FIGURE 4.7

Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR

WARNING

DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance,

service or repairs with the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade. Engage parking brake. Remove

key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and

secure away from plug. Engine and components are

HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before working on machine. Fuel Filler Cap and vent must be closed securely to prevent fuel spillage.

4.3 REAR ENGINE RIDER DRIVE COMPONENTS

Your Snapper rider is equipped with a patented smooth start clutch. The clutch should operate smoothly and provide ample traction. If problems are experienced, contact your Snapper dealer for repair.

4.3.1 SERVICE BRAKE/PARK BRAKE

ADJUSTMENT

Test the wheel brake on a dry concrete surface. When properly adjusted, the Rear Engine Rider will

stop within 5 feet from fastest speed. If stopping distance is more than 5 feet, the wheel brake

should be adjusted as follows:

1. Follow WARNING statement found on this page. Check fuel level in tank. Refer to Section

"REMOVING FUEL TANK". If over 3/4 full, remove tank.

2. If 3/4 or less, proceed to next step.

3. Carefully stand Rear Engine Rider on rear bumper.

4. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down. Move and hold the park brake lever in the "ON" position and release the clutch/brake pedal to lock the park brake. See Figure 4.8.

6. If measurement is not 3/4", loosen the two jam- nuts. See Figure 4.10. Hold the clutch/brake cable to

the chain case bracket.

7. Adjust cable up or down using the jam-nuts to obtain a distance of 314"between end of clutch/brake

cable (adjustment shown in inset of Figure 4.9) and bottom of housing. See Figure 4.9.

8. After adjustment iscomplete, securely tighten cable

jam-nuts.

9. Retest wheel brake.

CHAIN

CABLE

HOUSING

CABLE EYE

COTTER PIN

BRAKE CABLE

COTTER PIN

FIGURE 4.9

HOUSING

CHAIN

CLUTCH/BRAKE DEPRESS

OVE

BRAKE LATCH OVER TO LOCK

FIGURE 4.8

5. Measure the distance between end of

clutch/brake cable and bottom of housing. Measurement should be 314". See inset of Figure

4.9.

LOOSEN

JAM NUTS

FIGURE 4.10

Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR

WARNING

DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove

key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are

HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before working on machine. Fuel Filler Cap and Vent must be closed securely to prevent fuel spillage. DO

NOT use a cutting blade that shows signs of excessive wear or damage. On Rear Engine Riders equipped with a grass catcher attachment, the air

lifts should be replaced when the blade is replaced.

4.4

4.4.1. BLADE WEAR LIMITS MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT

1. Inspect blade frequently for signs of excessive

wear or damage. See Figure 4.11.

NEW BLADE

5. Inspect condition of blade. See Figure 4.11.

6. If blade is in good condition, sharpen at 22 to 28 degrees. DO NOT sharpen beyond existing cutting

edge. See Figure 4.13.

7. Check blade balance after sharpening. If necessary, correct blade balance by grinding the

heavy end of blade.

8. Reinstall blade. See Figure 4.12. Torque blade mounting bolts to recommended range of 30 to 40

ft. Ibs.

LOCKWASHER

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REPLACE WITH NEW BLADE.

FIGURE 4.11

WARNING

Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades. Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury. DO NOT use a cutting blade that shows signs of excessive wear or

damage.

4.4.2. BLADE SHARPENING

1. FollowWARNING statement found on this page.

2. Check fuel level in tank. If over 3/4 full, remove

tank. Refer to Section "REMOVING FUEL TANK". If 3/4 or less, proceed to next step.

3. Carefully stand Rear Engine Rider on rear bumper.

4. Remove blade. See Figure 4.12.

HARPEN

CUTTING EDGE O/28o /_,,,_ -'-"

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BLADE BOLTS

FIGURE 4.12

BLADE TiP /

qAL CUTTING EDGE

FIGURE 4.13

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