Snapper ELT150H33IBV Ninja Blade Wear Limits, Standard Blade Sharpening, Ninja Blade Sharpening

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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR

4.4.2.(NINJA) BLADE WEAR LIMITS

The ninja recycling blade requires more frequent service intervals than standard blades. Check for excessive wear and damage before each use. See Figure 4.18.

NEW

BLADE

WEAR LIMIT. (CRACKS

OR NOTCHES BEGIN

TO APPEAR)

DANGEROUS CONDITION!

DO NOT USE ON MOWER!

FIGURE 4.18

4.4.3.(STANDARD) BLADE SHARPENING

Blades should be kept sharp at all times. When the blades are dull, cut grass will be ragged and lawn will usually turn brown. Sharpen standard blades as follows:

1.Move tractor to a firm, level surface.

2.Turn engine "OFF". Remove key.

3.Remove mowing deck from tractor.

4.Remove mower blade(s).

5.If a blade is in good condition, sharpen cutting edge at an angle of 22 to 28 degrees. DO NOT sharpen beyond existing cutting edge. Replace blades not in good condition. See Figure 4.19.

22º TO 28º

STANDARD BLADE

ORIGINAL CUTTING EDGE

FIGURE 4.19

4.4.4.(NINJA) BLADE SHARPENING

The Ninja recycling blades requires more frequent service intervals than standard blades. When the blades are dull, cut grass will be ragged and lawn will usually turn brown. Sharpen standard blades as follows:

1.Move tractor to a firm, level surface.

2.Turn engine "OFF". Remove key.

3.Remove mowing deck from tractor.

4.Remove mower blade(s).

5.Sharpen all cutting edges of the Ninja recycling blade at an angle of 22 to 28 degrees for optimum performance. See Figure 4.20.

NINJA BLADE

22º TO 28º

BLADE TIP

FIGURE 4.20

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.

4.4.5.33" MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT

1.Move tractor to a firm, level surface.

2.Turn engine "OFF". Remove key.

3.Remove mowing deck from tractor.

4.Position deck on its left side to access blade.

5.Remove blade mounting bolts, nuts and washers. See Figure 4.21.

NUT

BLADE

LOCK WASHER

BLADE

BAR

BLADE MOUNTING

BOLTS

FIGURE 4.21

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Contents 150 Model Number ExplanationProtection Against Tipovers Protection for ChildrenPreparation Operation MaintenanceTable of Contents Components Controls FamiliarizationFamiliarization Decals / Symbols Lights on Engine OFF Engine on Start 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 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 33 Deck Drive Belt Service Every 25 Operating Hours Check EngineMower Components Tractor Lubrication Fuel Filter Annually END of Each SeasonFrom Previous Annually END of Each Season 3.4.2. Fuel FilterSpark Plug Hydrostatic Transmission OIL Blade Brake Adjustment Engine Adjustments & RepairDeck Blade Brake Adjustment On nextAdjusting 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 Front Lift ROD Deck Level Adjustment Front to Rear Sector PlatesSteering 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 ReplacementTraction Drive Belt Replacement Mower 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 Belt Removal & Replacement 33 Deck Drive Belt Deck Drive BeltBattery Installation Battery Battery RemovalBattery Service Battery StorageNEW Battery Preparation Battery TestingAvailable ELT150H33IBV Accessories Available AccessoriesElectrical System Schematics Briggs & Stratton with Lights Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action Troubleshooting GuideUneven tire pressure Bring to proper pressure Model No Engine to Transmission Engine to Deck Standard Tractor Drive Belts Mower BladesNinja ELT150H33IBVEDisclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyService Notes Service Notes European Lawn Tractor Hydrostatic Drive Series

ELT150H33IBV specifications

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