Snapper 3317523BVE specifications Belt Removal, Belt Replacement, Remove the idler A, Figures 46

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Maintenance (Continued)

 

 

 

 

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WARNING

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8. Remove the idler (A, Figures 46 and 47).

9. Route the belt onto the spindle pulley (C). Make sure

DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or

the belt is inside the spindle belt guide (D) and the idler

repairs with the engine running. STOP engine. STOP blade.

belt guide (B). Route the belt as shown.

Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug

10. Reinstall the idler removed in Step 8. The idler belt

wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine

guide tab should be positioned in the hole located on

and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all

the idler arm. Tighten the idler pulley bolt securely.

parts to cool before working on machine. Fuel Filler Cap

11. Adjust the belt guide to allow 1/16” belt-to-belt guide

and vent must be closed securely to prevent fuel spillage.

clearance (E).

 

 

 

 

 

12. Check the mower drive belt tension and adjust if neces-

Mower Drive Belt Replacement

 

sary (28” & 30” decks only). Refer to the Section enti-

 

tled “MOWER DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT”.

Inspect the mower drive belt as described in the section,

13. Reinstall the mower drive belt cover.

 

 

 

“CHECK MOWER DRIVE BELT”. Replace the belt if signs of

 

 

 

excessive wear and/or damage are present.

 

 

 

 

Belt Removal

 

 

E

D

B

 

 

 

 

 

1. Remove the mower drive belt cover. Refer to the section entitled “DRIVE BELT COVER REMOVAL”.

2. Remove the old belt.

Belt Replacement

1.

Follow the WARNING statement found on this page.

A

2.

Check the fuel level in the tank. If over 3/4 full, remove

C

 

the tank. Refer to the section entitled, “REMOVING FUEL

 

TANK”. If 3/4 or less, proceed to the next step.

 

3. Carefully stand the Rear Engine Rider on its rear

Figure 46: Belt routing for 28 and 30 inch decks

 

bumper.

 

4.Route the new belt through the engine belt guide (B, Figure 45) up to the engine pulley (A).

Maintenance

E

D

A

 

 

A

 

 

B

B

 

C

Figure 47: Belt routing for 33 inch decks

Figure 45: Engine pulley and belt guide

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

6.Rotate the clutch yoke (F, Figure 40) out with your hand and work the belt between the drive disc and the rubber driven disc.

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

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Contents Series Snapper is a trademark Date of Purchase Retailer Retailers Phone Number EquipmentEngine Simplicity Manufacturing, IncTable of Contents Preparation Protection for ChildrenProtection against Tipovers Do not allow pre-teenage children to operate machineSafe Handling of Gasoline OperationMaintenance TowingFuel Tank Features and ControlsFeatures and Controls Fuel filler cap A, is tight, and the vent B is OPERATOR’S Seat AdjustmentOperation Pre-Start Check List Engine runs smooth Operation Starting and OperationEngine Electric Start On Next OperationSetting the park brake Engine Manual StartWheel Drive OperationMower Blade Stopping Engine Wheel Drive, Blade Stop the engine by turning the key A, to the OFF positionBlade Cutting Height AdjustmentOperation Stopping Engine, Wheel Drive Park BrakeAte blades in reverse. Stop BLADES, Look and see Operation Reverse Lockout MechanismReverse Lockout Mechanism Override While backingIntroduction MaintenanceService After the First 5 Hours Check the Blade Drive Belt Service Brake / Park BrakeBlade Drive Belt Replacement Blade BrakeReverse Lockout Mechanism Safety Interlock System ChecksCheck Engine Lubrication Grease FittingsService Every 25 Operating Hours Differential / Chain Case Lubrication Engine ServiceRear Axle Bearing Lubrication Storage Out of Season Service AnnuallyEvery Two Years Removing the Fuel TankBlade Brake Adjustment Engine Adjustments and RepairMower Deck and Component Adjustments Reinstall the belt cover and tighten the bolts securelyMower Deck Adjustment Side-To-Side Levelness Mower Deck Adjustment Front-to-Rear LevelnessMove the blade lever up and over to the on position Mower Drive Belt Adjustment For 28 & 30 Decks OnlyService BRAKE/PARK Brake Adjustment To the rear main caseRear Engine Rider Drive Components Measurement should be 3/4Signs of excessive wear or damage Blade Sharpening Mower Blade ReplacementBlade Wear Limits Tled Mower Drive Belt Adjustment Belt ReplacementDo not attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or Belt RemovalBattery Installation BatteryBattery Removal Slide the battery partially into the battery housingNew Battery Preparation Battery ServiceBattery Storage Battery TestingDescription of Kit Models Used on Snapper Rear Engine Rider AccessoriesBattery Condition Chart Maintenance Service Schedule SeasonMaintenance Maintenance/Replacement Parts Stop TroubleshootingProblem Probable Cause Corrective Action Move lever to the on position Year Limited Warranty Slope Guide Page Page Page Page Snapper Products Macon Street McDonough, GA Product Specifications 2811523BVCommon Service Parts

3317523BVE specifications

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