Snapper EMRP215014B, MCR5215014KWV, MCRP215014KWV, MRP218014T, MR5014B Belt Service, 18A

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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR

WARNING

Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, STOP the engine, remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug and secure wire away from plug.

4.3.8.Replacement Of Bearing On Pulley End Of Hex

Shaft

To replace the bearing on the pulley end of the hex shaft, proceed as follows:

1. Hold the hex shaft with an adjustable wrench held next to the pulley.

2. Remove the 3/8” hex lock nut which is located at the end of the hex shaft on the outside of the right wheel bracket. See Figure 4.17.

3. Remove holder, O-ring and bearing.

4. Install new bearing.

5. Carefully install new O-ring over the outside of the new bearing.

6. Install bearing holder and secure with screws.

7. Install 3/8” hex lock nut.

BALL BEARING

“O” RING

3/8”

LOCK

NUT

BALL

BEARING

HOLDER

FIGURE 4.17

4.4.BELT SERVICE

On self-propelled mowers, the engine belt transmits power from engine to drive disc. The drive disc powers the poly-v belt which engages the transmission that powers the rear wheels. Should these belts become worn, they could cause slippage which would impair mower performance. The condition of the engine belt and poly-v belt should be checked after every 25 hours of mower operation.

4.4.1.Engine Drive Belt Replacement (Standard and Stretch Type Belts)

1.Empty the fuel tank.

2.Standard Belt: Unhook the idler spring from the right rear wheel bracket. See Figures 4.18.

2.A. Stretch Belt: Proceed to Step 3. There is no idler pulley on these models to disconnect. See Figure 4.18A.

 

RIGHT REAR WHEEL

 

 

BRACKET

IDLER

 

 

SLOT IN

 

SPRING

IDLER

 

DECK

 

ARM

 

 

 

DRIVE DISC

DRIVE BELT

ENGINE DRIVE PULLEY

TOP VIEW OF ENGINE WITH STANDARD TYPE BELT ROUTING

FIGURE 4.18

DRIVE BELT

ENGINE DRIVE PULLEY

DRIVE DISC

TOP VIEW OF ENGINE WITH STRETCH TYPE BELT ROUTING

FIGURE 4.18A

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Contents Steel Deck Walk Mowers M Model Series Important Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Nomenclature IntroductionPrimer Models Push & Non Commercial Self-Propelled PRE-START Check ListStarting & Operation 2.2.1. Engine & Blade Starting & Operation 2.2.2. Engine & Blade Handle Height AdjustmentChoke ModelsCommercial Only Propelling MowerRecycling Operation Cutting Height AdjustmentSwivel Wheel Lock and Unlock Swivel Wheel Models Only On Next Service After First 5 Hours 3.2.1. Change Engine OILCheck Grease Level in Transmission Check Mower Blade Storage ProcedureCheck Engine Drive Belt Check Transmission POLY-V BeltNinja Blade Wear Limit Blade SharpeningWheel Drive Control Adjustment Cleaning Drive Disc & Driven Disc Driven Disc ServiceDrive Spring Repair/Replacement Driven Disc AdjustmentReplacing Rubber Driven Disc Ring Commercial Model Replacing Rubber Driven Disc Non-Commercial Model Replacing Bearing In Driven Disc Assembly Commercial Models 18A Belt ServiceStandard Belt Pulley Position Stretch Belt Pulley PositionAdjustments & Repair Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action TroubleshootingClean Sponge Element Engine Manual Service Performed EachMAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts 100Disclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Page Page Steel Deck Walk Behind Mowers M Model Series

MCR5215014KWV, EMRP215014B, MRP218014T, MR5014B, MCRP215014KWV specifications

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