Snapper ELT180H33IBV important safety instructions Mower Blade Service Standard Blade Wear Limits

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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & 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. Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades. Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury.

4.3.3.SHIFTER ADJUSTMENT (Continued from previous page)

NEUTRAL

ADJUSTMENT

NUT

TURN NUT CLOCKWISE TO

REDUCE FORWARD CREEP

FIGURE 4.15

WARNING

DO NOT adjust shift linkage with engine running. The adjustment requires hands to be close to rotating parts. STOP engine. REMOVE key.

4.3.4.TRACTION DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT Should a gradual loss of traction be noticed, it may be necessary to adjust the traction drive belt tension. Adjust as follows:

1.Move tractor to a firm, level surface.

2.Turn engine "OFF". Remove key.

3.Remove mowing deck.

4.Remove the traction drive belt stationary idler mounting bolt. See Figure 4.16.

5.Move the stationary idler one hole towards right side of tractor for more belt tension.

NOTE: Note the orientation of belt guide and make certain it remains in the same orientation after moving idler. NOTE: Should less tension be required move stationary idler towards right side of tractor. See Figure 4.16.

6.Secure stationary idler with mounting bolt.

7.Place spark plug wire onto spark plug. Set park brake. Start engine.

8.Visually inspect traction drive belt for movement. When properly adjusted, the traction drive belt should not have any movement or rotation with the engine running and park brake engaged.

9.Should movement be present, readjust traction drive belt to release belt tension as described in previous instructions.

 

MOUNTING

BELT GUIDE

BRACKET

 

 

MORE

 

TENSION

STATIONARY IDLER

 

STATIONARY IDLER

 

MOUNTING BOLT

LESS

 

TENSION

 

MORE TENSION

 

LESS TENSION

 

MOUNTING BRACKET

 

BELT GUIDE - MAKE CERTAIN

 

BELT GUIDE ORIENTATION IS

 

MAINTAINED.

 

STATIONARY IDLER

MOUNTING

BOLT

FIGURE 4.16

4.4 MOWER BLADE SERVICE

4.4.1.(STANDARD) BLADE WEAR LIMITS

All mower blades should be checked for excessive wear and damage before each use. See Figure 4.17.

NOTCH FORMING

NEW

 

BLADE

 

WEAR LIMIT.

 

CUTTING EDGE

 

WORN.

 

DANGEROUS CONDITION! DO

 

NOT USE ON MOWER!

 

 

FIGURE 4.17

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Contents 180 Model Number ExplanationImportant Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions Towing Table of Contents Controls FamiliarizationFamiliarization Decals / Symbols Lights on Engine OFF OPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment Front to Rear Adjustment PRE-START ChecklistOFF Starting & Operation Starting EngineStarting Mower Blade Starting & Operation 2.3.2. Starting Wheel DriveStopping ENGINE, BLADE, Wheel Drive 2.4.1 Stopping Engine Stopping Wheel DriveCutting Height Adjustment Setting Park BrakeStopping Stopping Mower Blade Releasing Park BrakeRolling Tractor with Engine OFF Rolling Hydro Models Reverse Lockout Mechanism Override Reverse Lockout MechanismIntroduction Service After First 5 HoursChange Engine OIL Check Blade BrakeCheck Deck Drive Belt Service Every 25 Operating Hours Check EngineMower Components Tractor Lubrication Fuel Filter Annually END of Each SeasonSpark Plug Hydrostatic Transmission OIL Annually END of Each Season 3.4.2. Fuel FilterEngine Must not Start if Engine should Start ifBlade Brake Adjustment Engine Adjustments & RepairOn next Adjusting Mower Blade 33 Decks Only Blade Belt Adjustment 33 Deck from previousSide View of Deck Deck Level Adjustment Side to Side Deck Level Adjustment Front to Rear Sector Plates Deck Level Adjustment Side to SideDeck Level Adjustment Front to Rear Front Lift ROD Steering Adjustment Tractor Drive Components 4.3.1. Brake AdjustmentShifter Adjustment Mower Blade Service Standard Blade Wear Limits Ninja Blade Wear Limits Mower Blade ReplacementStandard Blade Sharpening Ninja Blade SharpeningTraction Drive Belt Replacement Mower Blade ReplacementMower Deck Removal Traction drive belt removalTraction drive belt removal from previous Traction drive belt replacementView from Underneath Tractor Deck Belt Removal & Replacement Traction drive belt replacement from previousDeck Drive Belt Battery Installation Battery Battery RemovalBattery Service Battery StorageNEW Battery Preparation Battery TestingAvailable ELT150H33IBV Accessories Available AccessoriesElectrical System Schematics Briggs & Stratton with Lights Corrective Action Problem Probable CausePosition Tractor Will Not 1. Speed control handle in the neutral NEngine speed too slow Maintenance Parts Disclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyService Notes European Lawn Tractor Hydrostatic Drive Series

ELT180H33IBV specifications

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