Snapper EM250821BE, EM281021BE Blade Drive Belt Replacement, Belt Removal

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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.

4.5BLADE DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT

Inspect mower drive belt as described in Section “CHECK MOWER DRIVE BELT”. Replace belt if signs of excessive wear and/or damage are present.

4.5.1. BELT REMOVAL

1.Remove mower drive belt cover. Refer to Section “DRIVE BELT COVER REMOVAL”.

2.Remove old belt.

4.5.2. BELT REPLACEMENT

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.Route new belt through engine belt guide up to engine pulley. See Figure 4.14.

ENGINE PULLEY

ENGINE

BELT

GUIDE

FIGURE 4.14

5.Move transmission shift lever to the neutral (N) position.

6.Rotate clutch yoke (clutch yoke shown in Figure 4.9) out with your hand and work belt between drive disc and rubber driven disc.

7.To clear the primary chain case, move transmission shift lever to the #5 position. Route belt around drive disc and into drive pulley belt groove.

8.Remove idler.

9.Route belt onto spindle pulley. Make sure belt is inside spindle belt guide and idler belt guide. Route belt as shown in Figure 4.15.

10.Reinstall idler removed in Step 8. The idler belt guide tab should be positioned in the hole located on idler arm. Tighten idler pulley bolt securely.

11.Adjust belt guide. See Figure 4.15 for proper belt-to-belt guide clearances.

12.Check mower drive belt tension and adjust if necessary. Refer to Section “MOWER DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT”.

13.Reinstall mower drive belt cover.

IDLER BELT GUIDE

1/16” NOMINAL

FIGURE 4.15

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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 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 machine on slopes Cutting Height AdjustmentStopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.4. Park Brake Reverse Lockout Mechanism Reverse Lockout Mechanism OverrideService After First 5 Hours Change Engine OIL Service Engine AIR Cleaner Check Mower BladeBlade Brake Service After First 5 Hours 3.2.4. Check Blade Drive BeltService Brake / Park Brake Clean Mower Deck Service Every 25 Operating HoursBattery Fluid Level Interlock SystemRear Axle Bearing Lubrication Service Every 25 Operating Hours from previousFront Wheel 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 30 Decks Mower Deck AdjustmentFront to Rear Levelness 25 & 28 Decks Chain Case Clutch Yoke Cable Housing Spring Mower Blade Replacement 4.4.1. Blade Wear Limits Blade SharpeningBelt Removal Blade Drive Belt ReplacementBelt Replacement 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

EM250821BE, EM281021BE specifications

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