Snapper HZT21480BV, CZT19480KWV Neutral Position Adjustments From Previous

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Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR

5.1NEUTRAL POSITION ADJUSTMENTS (Continued From Previous Page)

12. With motion control levers remaining in the neutral lock position, See Figure 3.7, hold connecting rod up to the activation assembly and check length of rod. Tie rod end bolt must align with the activation assembly. If bolt is not aligned with the activation assembly, adjust tie rod. Loosen jam nut that secures tie rod. Rotate tie rod in or out to align with hole in activation assembly. Repeat step for other hydro pump. See Figure 5.4.

HYDRO PUMP

 

 

 

HYDRO

ACTIVATION

 

PUMP

ASSEMBLY

 

 

 

TIE ROD END

BOLT IS

SHOWN

MISALIGN WITH

ACTIVATION

ASSEMBLY

 

 

LOOSEN NUT AND

 

 

ROTATE TIE ROD END

 

 

IN OR OUT TO ALIGN

TIE ROD END

 

 

WITH ACTIVATION

 

 

BOLT IS SHOWN

ALIGNED WITH

HOLE

5.2MOWER DECK & COMPONENT ADJUSTMENTS

5.2.1.MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT (LEVELNESS) SIDE to SIDE and FRONT to REAR

Before making deck leveling adjustments, inflate rear tires to 12 PSI and front tires to 25 PSI. When adjusted correctly, the deck will be level side to side within 1/8”, have a low cut setting of approximately 1”, and the blades pitched approximately 3/16” higher at the rear.

1. Place machine on a smooth level surface.

2. Check side to side level by rotating blades until tips are pointing to the sides of the deck. Check the measurement of outside blade tips to the ground on both blades. The measurement of each of the outside blade tips should be within 1/8” of each other. If measurement of the blade tips is not within 1/8”, adjustment should be made.

3. Move deck lift lever and set the mower deck to the highest cutting position.

4. Place 1” blocks under the front and rear edge of the mower deck.

5. Move deck lift lever and set the mower deck to the lowest cutting position.

6. Loosen the nuts and bolts that secure both front deck support chains. Adjust chains until tight and retighten bolts and nuts. Torque to 20 to 30 ft. lbs. See Figure 5.5.

FRONT

LIFT ARM

CHAIN

DECK HANGER

BRACKET

LOOSEN BOLT AND NUT,

TIGHTEN CHAIN. SECURE

BOLTS AND NUTS

FIGURE 5.4

13.Once tie rod end bolt is aligned with activation assembly insert into hole and reinstall washers and nut that secure bolt to assembly. Tighten securely. Tighten tie rod jam nut securely.

14.Start engine, disengage parking brake, and check rotation of the rear wheels.

15.Reinstall both hydro pump fans. Reinstall washer and bolt. Tighten bolt securely.

16.Reinstall screen and tighten retaining hardware securely.

FIGURE 5.5

7.Loosen the nuts that secure both rear deck support eyebolts. Adjust to remove slack from both rear chains. Tighten nuts securely. See Figure 5.6.

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Contents MID-MOUNT Zero Turning Hydro Drive Series Model Number ExplanationProtection for Children Protection Against TipoversPreparation From Previous ColumnSafe Handling of Gasoline OperationMaintenance TowingTable of Contents Are provided for reference only and may Differ from your specific model. ContactYour Snapper dealer if you have questions IntroductionSafety Messages and Symbols RUN Operating Instructions PRE-START Check ListRotate Relief Valve Counterclockwise To Relieve Pressure Stopping Engine Starting Mower BladesStopping Mower Blades Parking BrakeDriving Machine Cutting Height AdjustmentOPERATION- Motion Controls Stopping Machine Engine Must not Start ifEngine should Start if Engine Must Begin to Stop ifService After First 5 Hours Check Mower BladeAfter Every 25 Operating Hours 4.3.1. Engine Annually END of Each Season Riding Mower LubricationBefore Operating Machine Deck Removal Remove Inside Nuts That Secures Chain to Rear Lift ARM Adjustments & Repair Neutral Position AdjustmentsNeutral Position Adjustments From Previous Mower Deck & Component AdjustmentsParking Brake Adjustment Traction Belt Tension Traction Belt ReplacementTracking Adjustment Belt Replacement Belt AdjustmentMower Drive Belt Replacement and Adjustment Belt RemovalBlade Sharpening Battery Charging Battery Battery RemovalBattery Installation State of Charge Digital Voltmeter Battery TestingNEW Battery Preparation 1.Remove battery from carton Hydraulic SYSTEM, Purging Corrective Action Problem Probable CauseTrouble Shooting on Next Machine Will Not Move MAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts Service Performed EachMAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts 100Year Limited Warranty CZT Units Disclaimer of WarrantyYear Limited Warranty HZT Units Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Snapper Product Registration Form Page Page MID-MOUNT Zero Turning Hydro Drive Series

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