Snapper M250819BE, M280919B, M281019BE, M300919B, M301019BE Mower Deck Adjustment

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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.

4.2.3.MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT (Side-To-Side Levelness)

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7.Move one side of the deck up or down to achieve levelness between both sides of deck. See Figure 4.6.

8.Tighten carriage bolt and nut securely. Recheck both sides of deck for correct levelness.

9.Readjust rear hanger chain pivots to align with holes in support brackets.

See Figure 4.7.

10.Remove angle iron, pipe, or similar object and proceed to check front to rear levelness.

4.2.3. MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT

(Front to Rear Levelness - 25” & 28” Decks)

With the Rear Engine Rider on a smooth, level surface, rotate blade until blade tips are at front and rear of deck. Measure the distance from blade tips to floor. The distance should be the same, or the rear 1/8” lower than the front. If the rear blade tip is higher or is more than 1/8” lower than the front, proceed with adjustment.

(Front to Rear Levelness - 30” Decks)

With the Rear Engine Rider on a smooth, level surface, rotate blade until blade tips are at front and rear of deck. Measure the distance from blade tips to floor. The distance should be the same, or the rear 1/8” to 1/4” higher than the front. If the rear blade tip is higher or is more than 1/4” higher than the front, proceed with adjustment.

1.Remove rear hanger chains.

2.Turn each hanger pivot the same number of rotations on the eye-bolt to raise or lower the rear of the deck. See Figure 4.7.

3.Reinstall rear hanger chains and measure blade tips again.

4.Repeat steps “1” through “3” until proper levelness is obtained.

FLOOR

FRONT

REAR

X-1/8”

HANGER

HAIRPINCHAIN PIVOT

SUPPORT

BRACKET

HANGER

CHAIN

FIGURE 4.7

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Contents Manual No -1947 REV , 8/20/99 Rear Engine Riding Mower SeriesImportant Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Nomenclature IntroductionPRE-START Check List OPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment 2.2.1. Front to Rear AdjustmentOn Next Starting & Operation Engine Electric StartEngine Electric Start Starting & OperationEngine Manual Start Wheel Drive Starting & Operation 2.3.3. Mower BladeMower Blade Stopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.1. EngineStopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.4. Park Brake Cutting Height AdjustmentDo not park the machine on slopes Service Engine AIR Cleaner Check Mower Blade Service After First 5 HoursChange Engine OIL Interlock System Service After First 5 Hours 3.2.4. Check Blade Drive BeltService Brake / Park Brake Blade BrakeLubrication Grease Fittings Service Every 25 Operating HoursBattery Fluid Level Levelness Clean Mower DeckService Every 25 Operating Hours 3.3.8. Rear Axle Bearing Storage OUT of Season Service AnnuallyFuel Filter Every TWO YearsMower Drive Belt Adjustment for 25, 28 & 30 M Models Engine Adjustments & RepairBlade Brake Adjustment Front to Rear Levelness 25 & 28 Decks Mower Deck AdjustmentFront to Rear Levelness 30 Decks Wheel Brake Adjustment Blade Sharpening Mower Blade Replacement 4.4.1. Blade Wear LimitsBelt Replacement Blade Drive Belt ReplacementBelt Removal Battery Installation Battery Battery RemovalBattery Testing Battery ServiceBattery Storage NEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from cartonSnapper Rear Engine Rider Accessories Stop Problem Probable Cause Corrective ActionImproperly Loss Of TractionBlades Not Cutting Cutting GrassTo be Performed Pages Subject Service ReferenceMAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts Maintenance Parts Disclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Service Notes Rear Engine Riding Mower Series

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