Snapper HZS15423KVE, HZS18483BVE, HZS18483BVE, HZS15423KVE Blade Brake

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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR

WARNING

DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool.

4.2.4.BELT REPLACEMENT (Continued From Previous Page)

4.Route belt onto spindle pulley. Make sure belt is inside spindle pulley belt guide.

5.Reinstall idler pulley spring. See Figure 4.3. NOTE: The idler belt guide should be positioned so the locator tab fits into the corresponding hole found on the idler arm. See Figure 4.3. Tighten bolt securely.

6.Reinstall front frame cover.

NOTE: FOR ALL BELT REPLACEMENT PARTS IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS SEE PAGE 24.

IDLER ARM AND BELT

GUIDE DETAIL

42” DECK SHOWN

TAB MUST GO INTO HOLE

LOCATOR TAB

MOWER

4.2.5. BLADE BRAKE

The blade switch engages the electric clutch when pulled out to the “ON” position. When the blade switch is in the “ON” position the cutting blade(s) are engaged. The blade switch disengages the electric clutch when the blade switch is pushed in to the “OFF” position. When the blade switch is in the “OFF” position the cutting blade(s) are disengaged. The electric clutch is non-adjustable. The blade(s) should stop rotation in 5 seconds or less. If the electric clutch fails to stop the blade(s) rotation in 5 seconds, contact an authorized SNAPPER dealer to repair or replace.

WARNING

Blades must stop rotating in 5 seconds or less after blades have been turned off. DO NOT operate machine until blade brake has been repaired and functioning properly. Contact your SNAPPER dealer for assistance.

4.2.6.MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT (LEVELNESS) Side-To-Side (48” Decks)

Before making deck leveling adjustments, check the tire pressure. Add or release air as needed to bring pressure to 12 P.S.I. in front and 12 P.S.I. in rear tires. If tires are properly inflated and mowing is still uneven, adjust side-to-side deck levelness first as follows:

1.

Place YARD CRUISER on a smooth level

surface.

2.

Remove floor pan.

3.

Rotate outside blades so tips are pointed to

the sides of deck. See Figure 4.4. Measure the

distance from blade tips to floor. If the

measurement is within 1/8” from side-to-side, the

deck levelness is satisfactory. If the difference

BELT

BELT GUIDE

IDLER PULLEY

IDLER

ARM

from side-to-side is greater than 1/8”, continue to

Step 4 for adjustment.

X

X-1/8”

SIDE

SIDE

BELT

STATIONARY GUIDE

PULLEY

FIGURE 4.3

ANGLE

IRON

FIGURE 4.4

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Contents Yard Cruiser Important Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Nomenclature Left Console ViewRight Console View IntroductionPRE-START Check List Operating InstructionsStarting & Operation Engine Electric Start Parking Brake Mower BladeStopping Wheel DriveCutting Height Adjustment Single Blade Deck Service After First 5 HoursChange Engine OIL Check Mower BladeCheck Mower Drive Belt 1. Footrest Removal Service Every 25 Operating Hours 3.3.1. EngineMower Components 5. Mower Blade Spindle Lubrication Storage OUT of Season Service AnnuallyBelt Removal Engine Adjustments & RepairMower Drive Belt Adjustment Belt ReplacementBlade Brake Hairpin Lift ARM Deck Shown Front or Rear View of Deck Twin Blade DeckWheel Brake Adjustment Mower Blade Replacement 4.3.1. Blade Wear Limits Blade ReplacementBlade Sharpening Battery Battery Removal Battery ServiceBattery Storage Battery Testing Battery Condition ChartBearing Replacement 48 Decks Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action TroubleshootingLoss Of Traction MAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT PartsUSE HRS Season Service Performed EachDisclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Service Notes Yard Cruiser Hydro Drive Series

HZS15423KVE, HZS18483BVE, HZS18483BVE, HZS15423KVE specifications

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