Snapper M280919B, M250819BE, M281019BE, M300919B, M301019BE Wheel Brake 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.

4.3REAR 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.WHEEL 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

7.Adjust cable up or down using the jam-nuts to obtain a distance of 1/2” to 3/4” 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 is complete, securely tighten cable jam-nuts.

CHAIN

CASE

CLUTCH

YOKE

CABLE

HOUSING

SPRING

HOUSING

distance is more than 5 feet, the wheel brake should be adjusted as follows:

CABLE END

COTTER

COTTER PIN

1.Follow WARNING 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.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.

PIN

1/2” TO 3/4”

FIGURE 4.9

DEPRESS

CLUTCH/BRAKE

MOVE PARKING

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 no less than 1/2” and no greater than 3/4”. See inset of Figure 4.9.

6.If measurement is less than 1/2” or greater than 3/4”, loosen the two jam-nuts. See Figure 4.10. Hold the clutch/brake cable to the chain case bracket.

BRAKE CABLE

CHAIN CASE

LOOSEN

JAM NUTS

FIGURE 4.10

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Contents Rear Engine Riding Mower Series Manual No -1947 REV , 8/20/99Important Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Introduction NomenclatureOPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment 2.2.1. Front to Rear Adjustment PRE-START Check ListStarting & Operation Engine Electric Start On NextEngine Manual Start Starting & OperationEngine Electric Start Starting & Operation 2.3.3. Mower Blade Wheel DriveStopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.1. Engine Mower BladeDo not park the machine on slopes Cutting Height AdjustmentStopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.4. Park Brake Change Engine OIL Service After First 5 HoursService Engine AIR Cleaner Check Mower Blade Service After First 5 Hours 3.2.4. Check Blade Drive Belt Service Brake / Park BrakeBlade Brake Interlock SystemService Every 25 Operating Hours Battery Fluid LevelLevelness Clean Mower Deck Lubrication Grease FittingsService Every 25 Operating Hours 3.3.8. Rear Axle Bearing Service Annually Fuel FilterEvery TWO Years Storage OUT of SeasonEngine Adjustments & Repair Mower Drive Belt Adjustment for 25, 28 & 30 M ModelsBlade Brake Adjustment Front to Rear Levelness 30 Decks Mower Deck AdjustmentFront to Rear Levelness 25 & 28 Decks Wheel Brake Adjustment Mower Blade Replacement 4.4.1. Blade Wear Limits Blade SharpeningBelt Removal Blade Drive Belt ReplacementBelt Replacement Battery Battery Removal Battery InstallationBattery Service Battery StorageNEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from carton Battery TestingSnapper Rear Engine Rider Accessories Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action StopLoss Of Traction Blades Not CuttingCutting Grass ImproperlySubject Service Reference To be Performed PagesMAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts Maintenance Parts Year Limited Warranty Disclaimer of WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Service Notes Rear Engine Riding Mower Series

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