Snapper 281318BE, 331518KVE Mower Drive Belt Replacement, Belt Removal, Beltfigure 4.25 Guide

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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.

4.5MOWER DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT

Inspect mower drive belt as described in Section “CHECK MOWER DRIVE BELT”. Replace belt if signs of excessive wear and/or damage are present.

4.5.1. BELT REMOVAL

9.Route belt onto spindle pulley. Make sure belt is inside belt guide. Route belt as shown for the individual models shown in Figure 4.14.

10.Reinstall fixed idler removed in Step 8. Tighten idler pulley bolt securely.

BELT MUST BE TO THE INSIDE OF BELT GUIDE

1.Remove mower drive belt cover. Refer to Section “DRIVE BELT COVER REMOVAL”.

2.Remove old belt.

4.5.2. BELT REPLACEMENT

FIXED IDLER PULLEY

BELT GUIDE

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.Route new belt through engine belt guide up to engine pulley.

ENGINE PULLEY

FIGURE 4.13

11.Adjust belt guide. See Figure 4.14 for proper belt- to-belt guide clearances.

12.Reinstall mower drive belt cover.

 

28”, 30” & 33” MODELS

1/16” NOMINAL

(Dual Idler System)

ENGINE

BELTFIGURE 4.25 GUIDE

FIGURE 4.12

5.Move transmission shift lever to the neutral (N) position.

6.Rotate clutch yoke (clutch yoke shown in Figure 4.7) out with your hand and work belt between drive disc and rubber driven disc.

7.To clear the primary chain case, move transmission shift lever to the #5 position. Route belt around drive disc and into drive pulley belt groove. See Figure 4.12.

8.Remove fixed idler. Make sure belt is inside belt guide and idler belt guide. See Figure 4.13.

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Contents Rear Engine Riding Mower Series Manual No -7008 REV , 8/20/99Important Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Introduction Control PanelNomenclature OPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment 2.2.1. Front to Rear Adjustment PRE-START Check ListStarting & Operation Engine Electric Start On NextEngine Electric Start Starting & OperationEngine Manual Start Starting & Operation 2.3.3. Mower Blade Wheel DriveStopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.1. Engine Mower BladeStopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.4. Park Brake Cutting Height AdjustmentDo not park machine on slopes Service Engine AIR Cleaner Check Mower Blade Service After First 5 HoursChange Engine OIL Blade Brake Service After First 5 Hours 3.2.4. Check Blade Drive BeltService Brake / Park Brake Interlock SystemClean Mower Deck Service Every 25 Operating HoursBattery Fluid Level Lubrication Grease FittingsLeft Rear Axle Bearing Grease Fitting Every TWO Years Service Annually 3.4.1. EngineFuel Filter Storage OUT of SeasonEngine Adjustments & Repair Blade Brake AdjustmentFront to Rear Levelness 28, & 33 Decks Mower Deck & Component Adjustments Mower Deck AdjustmentFront to Rear Levelness 30 Decks Wheel Brake Adjustment Brake Cable Chain Case Loosen JAM Nuts Mower Blade Replacement 4.4.1. Blade Wear Limits Blade SharpeningBelt Removal Mower Drive Belt ReplacementBelt Replacement Beltfigure 4.25 GuideBattery Battery Removal Battery InstallationNEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from carton Battery ServiceBattery Storage Battery TestingSnapper Rear Engine Rider Accessories Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action StopCutting Grass Loss Of TractionBlades Not Cutting ImproperlySubject Service Reference To be Performed PagesMAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts Maintenance Parts Year Limited Warranty Disclaimer of WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Service Notes Rear Engine Riding Mower Series
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