Snapper E281323BVE, E251023BVE, E281223BVE, E331523KVE Blade Brake, Service Brake / Park Brake

Section 3 - MAINTENANCE

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.

3.2 SERVICE - AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS 3.2.4. CHECK BLADE DRIVE BELT

The blade drive consists of a single belt from the engine to the deck. Inspect for signs of deterioration and proper tension.

1.Lower deck to lowest setting.

2.Remove four self-tapping screws, two on each side of mower drive belt cover. See Figure 3.3.

3.Slide cover back and rotate out.

or slack it must be replaced. Refer to Section “BLADE DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT”.

ENGINE

PULLEY

BELT SPACING SHOULD BE 1-1/4”

IDLER

PULLEY

REMOVE FOUR (4)

SELF-TAPPING

SCREWS

REMOVE COVER

FIGURE 3.3

4.With engine “OFF” and deck in 3rd height of cut position, move blade lever back to the “ON” position and depress blade pedals.

5.25/28” Decks: Measure the belt spacing at idler pulley. See Figure 3.4. The belt spacing should be 1-1/4” but no less than 1”. If the measurement is less than 1”, the belt tension should be adjusted. Refer to Section “BLADE DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT”.

WARNING

The following procedure requires the engine and blades to be operated. Exercise extreme caution. Clear area of loose parts & tools first. Only operate blades when seated in the operator’s seat.

IMPORTANT: The blade drive belt on 33” decks does not require tension adjustment. If the belt becomes worn

MOWER

DECK

PULLEY

FIGURE 3.4

3.2.5.BLADE BRAKE

1.Check blade brake for proper function. Blade should stop rotating in 3 seconds or less after moving the blade control lever to the “OFF” position or after releasing the blade pedals.

WARNING

Blades must stop rotating in 3 seconds or less after the blade has been turned off. DO NOT operate machine until blade brake has been adjusted and functioning properly.

2.If the blade continues to rotate longer than 3 seconds do not operate machine. Refer to Section “BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT” or contact your SNAPPER dealer for assistance.

3.2.6.SERVICE BRAKE / PARK BRAKE

1.Check machine brake for proper function. Engage park brake. Push machine. Rear tires should skid. Drive machine forward and apply brake. Machine should come to a complete stop in less than 5 ft.

2.If brakes are not functioning properly brake adjustment must be completed before operating machine. Refer to Section “SERVICE BRAKE –

PARK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT”.

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