Snapper ELT150H33IBV 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 Model Number Explanation 150Protection for Children Protection Against TipoversPreparation Maintenance OperationTable of Contents Familiarization Components ControlsFamiliarization Decals / Symbols Lights on Engine OFF Engine on Start PRE-START Checklist OPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment Front to Rear AdjustmentStarting & Operation Starting Engine OFFStarting & Operation 2.3.2. Starting Wheel Drive Starting Mower BladeStopping ENGINE, BLADE, Wheel Drive Stopping Engine Stopping Wheel DriveSetting Park Brake Cutting Height AdjustmentStopping Stopping Mower Blade Releasing Park BrakeRolling Tractor with Engine OFF Rolling Hydro Models Reverse Lockout Mechanism Reverse Lockout Mechanism OverrideService After First 5 Hours IntroductionChange Engine OIL Check Blade BrakeService Every 25 Operating Hours Check Engine Check 33 Deck Drive BeltMower Components Tractor Lubrication Annually END of Each Season Fuel FilterAnnually END of Each Season 3.4.2. Fuel Filter From PreviousSpark Plug Hydrostatic Transmission OIL Engine Adjustments & Repair Blade Brake AdjustmentDeck Blade Brake Adjustment On nextBlade Belt Adjustment 33 Deck from previous Adjusting Mower Blade 33 Decks OnlySide View of Deck Deck Level Adjustment Side to Side Deck Level Adjustment Front to Rear Sector Plates Deck Level Adjustment Front to Rear Front Lift RODTractor Drive Components 4.3.1. Brake Adjustment Steering AdjustmentShifter Adjustment Mower Blade Service Standard Blade Wear Limits Mower Blade Replacement Ninja Blade Wear LimitsStandard Blade Sharpening Ninja Blade SharpeningMower Blade Replacement Traction Drive Belt ReplacementTraction Drive Belt Replacement Mower Deck Removal Traction drive belt removalTraction drive belt replacement Traction drive belt removal from previousView from Underneath Tractor Traction drive belt replacement from previous Deck Belt Removal & ReplacementDeck Belt Removal & Replacement 33 Deck Drive Belt Deck Drive BeltBattery Battery Removal Battery InstallationBattery Service Battery StorageBattery Testing NEW Battery PreparationAvailable Accessories Available ELT150H33IBV AccessoriesElectrical System Schematics Briggs & Stratton with Lights Troubleshooting Guide Problem Probable Cause Corrective ActionUneven tire pressure Bring to proper pressure Tractor Drive Belts Mower Blades Model No Engine to Transmission Engine to Deck StandardNinja ELT150H33IBVEYear Limited Warranty Disclaimer of WarrantyService Notes Service Notes European Lawn Tractor Hydrostatic Drive Series

ELT150H33IBV specifications

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