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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR

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.

4.3REAR ENGINE RIDER DRIVE COMPONENTS The following drive components may be adjusted by the owner. However, it is recommended that all adjustments to the Rear Engine Rider be made by an authorized SNAPPER dealer.

4.3.1. CLUTCH - STARTING MOTION ADJUSTMENT If the Rear Engine Rider clutch is too positive or slips excessively when the clutch/brake pedal is released, adjust as follows:

IMPORTANT: If the Rear Engine Rider will be on its rear bumper for longer than two hours, remove the battery. Refer to Section “BATTERY REMOVAL”.

1.Follow WARNING statement found on this page.

2.Check fuel level in tank. If over 3/4 full, remove tank. Refer to Section “REMOVING FUEL TANK”. If 3/4 or less, proceed to next step.

3.Carefully stand Rear Engine Rider on rear bumper.

4.Locate yoke arm between chain case and differential.

5.Move spring to first hole (for positive clutch action) to 4th hole (to increase clutch slippage). See Figure 4.7.

CLUTCH YOKE

LOCATE SPRING IN

ARM

DESIRED HOLE

4.3.2. SERVICE BRAKE/PARK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT

Test the wheel brake on a dry concrete surface. When properly adjusted, the Rear Engine Rider will stop within 5 feet from fastest speed. If stopping distance is more than 5 feet, the wheel brake should be adjusted as follows:

1.Follow WARNING statement found on this page.

2.Check fuel level in tank. If over 3/4 full, remove tank. Refer to Section “REMOVING FUEL TANK”. If 3/4 or less, proceed to next step.

3.Carefully stand Rear Engine Rider on rear bumper.

4.Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down. Move and hold the park brake latch over in the “ENGAGED” position and release the clutch/brake pedal to set the park brake. See Figure 4.8.

DEPRESS

CLUTCH/BRAKE

MOVE PARKING

BRAKE LATCH

OVER TO ENGAGE

FIGURE 4.8

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FIGURE 4.7

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Contents Rear Engine Riding Mower Series Important Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Nomenclature IntroductionPRE-START Check List OPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment Front to Rear AdjustmentOn Next Starting & Operation Engine Electric StartEngine Manual Start Starting & OperationEngine Electric Start Wheel Drive Starting & Operation 2.3.3. Mower BladeMower Blade Stopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.1. EngineDo not park the machine on slopes Cutting Height AdjustmentStopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.4. Park Brake Reverse Lockout Mechanism Override Reverse Lockout MechanismChange Engine OIL Service After First 5 HoursService Engine AIR Cleaner Check Mower Blade Adjusting Mower BladeBlade Brake Service After First 5 Hours 3.2.4. Check Blade Drive BeltService Brake / Park Brake TOP View of Belt RoutingEngine Cooling System Service Every 25 Operating HoursLubrication Grease Fittings Check EngineMower Deck Levelness Battery Fluid LevelClean Mower Deck Do not OverfillRear Axle Bearing Lubrication Mower Blade Spindle Lubrication From PreviousEvery TWO Years Service AnnuallyEngine Fuel FilterRemoving Fuel Tank Storage OUT of SeasonTo 3-1/4 Engine Adjustments & RepairMower Drive Belt Adjustment Blade Brake AdjustmentSide To Side Levelness Mower Deck AdjustmentFront to Rear Levelness Service BRAKE/PARK Brake Adjustment Mower Blade Replacement 4.4.1. Blade Wear Limits Adjustment From PreviousBelt Removal Blade Drive Belt ReplacementBlade Sharpening Belt Replacement Battery Installation Battery Battery RemovalBattery Testing Battery ServiceBattery Storage NEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from cartonSnapper Rear Engine Rider Accessories Stop Problem Probable Cause Corrective ActionImproperly Loss Of TractionBlades Not Cutting Cutting GrassTo be Performed Pages Subject Service ReferenceDisclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Snapper Product Registration Form Page Rear Engine Riding Mower Series

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