Snapper EM250821BE, EM281021BE important safety instructions Blade 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. Once blade is disengaged, it should come to a complete stop in 3 seconds or less. If the blade continues to rotate after 3 seconds, the blade brake must be adjusted. Refer to Section “BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT” for adjustment procedures or return machine to an authorized SNAPPER dealer for adjustment. DO NOT CONTINUE to operate machine until blade brake is adjusted and functioning properly.

4.2.2. BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT

1.Remove Belt Cover. Refer to Section “BLADE BELT COVER REMOVAL”.

2.With the blade engagement lever disengaged, hold the blade pedals down and measure the distance between the front of the blade lever and the rear of the latch plate. The dimension should be 1/8" to 1/4" clearance between lever and plate. See Figure

4.5.If the dimension is incorrect go to step 3.

3.If dimension is greater than 1/4", rotate nut clockwise to increase brake tension. If dimension is less than 1/8", rotate nut counter-clockwise to decrease brake tension. See Figure 4.4.

4.Reinstall spindle cover.

WARNING

DO NOT operate machine until blade brake is adjusted and functioning properly. If blade stop time cannot be achieved with the adjustment procedure described above, take machine immediately to an authorized SNAPPER dealer.

ROTATE NUT CLOCKWISE TO

ROTATE NUT COUNTER INCREASE BRAKE TENSION CLOCKWISE TO

DECREASE BRAKE TENSION

FIGURE 4.4

 

1/8” TO 1/4”

BLADE

LATCH

LEVER

PLATE

 

 

FIGURE 4.5

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

Before making deck leveling adjustments, check the tire pressure. Front tires 12 psi, rear tires 12 psi. If tires are properly inflated and mowing is still uneven, adjust side-to-side deck levelness.

1.Place Rider on a smooth level surface.

2.Follow WARNING statement found on this page.

3.Place a piece of angle iron, pipe, or similar object under center of deck at the rear.

4.Remove rear hanger chains and allow center, rear of deck to rest on angle iron.

5.Measure the distance from blade tips to floor. If the measurement is within 1/8” from side-to-side, the deck attitude is satisfactory. If difference from side-to-side is greater than 1/8”, continue with adjustment.

6.Loosen the carriage bolt and nut retaining the left side of the front lift arm and adjuster. Only loosen the bolt and nut to the point where some tension remains but lift arm can be moved.

BLADE PEDAL

CARRIAGE BOLT (not shown)

NUT

SPACER

FRONT LIFT ARM

FIGURE 4.6

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Contents European Rear Engine Riding Mower Series Manual No -3545 I.R /29/00Important Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Introduction NomenclatureFamiliarization Decals / Symbols Lowest Traction Height CUT Clutch OPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment 2.2.1. Front to Rear Adjustment PRE-START Check ListStarting & Operation Engine Electric Start On NextEngine Electric Start Starting & OperationEngine Manual Start Starting & Operation 2.3.3. Mower Blade Wheel DriveStopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.1. Engine Mower BladeStopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.4. Park Brake Cutting Height AdjustmentDo not park machine on slopes Reverse Lockout Mechanism Reverse Lockout Mechanism OverrideService After First 5 Hours Change Engine OIL Service Engine AIR Cleaner Check Mower BladeService Brake / Park Brake Service After First 5 Hours 3.2.4. Check Blade Drive BeltBlade Brake Clean Mower Deck Service Every 25 Operating HoursBattery Fluid Level Interlock SystemFront Wheel Bearing Lubrication Service Every 25 Operating Hours from previousRear Axle Bearing Lubrication Fuel Filter Service AnnuallyEngine Every TWO YearsStorage OUT of Season Removing Fuel TankEngine Adjustments & Repair Mower Drive Belt Adjustment for 25, 28 & 30 M ModelsBlade Brake Adjustment Mower Deck Adjustment Side-To-Side LevelnessFront to Rear Levelness 25 & 28 Decks Mower Deck AdjustmentFront to Rear Levelness 30 Decks Chain Case Clutch Yoke Cable Housing Spring Mower Blade Replacement 4.4.1. Blade Wear Limits Blade SharpeningBelt Replacement Blade Drive Belt ReplacementBelt Removal Battery Battery Removal Battery InstallationNEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from carton Battery ServiceBattery Storage Battery TestingSnapper Rear Engine Rider Accessories Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action StopCutting Grass Loss Of TractionBlades Not Cutting ImproperlySubject Service Reference To be Performed PagesMAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts Maintenance Parts Year Limited Warranty Disclaimer of WarrantyService Notes Service Notes European Rear Engine Riding Mower Series

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