Snapper 3314522BVE, 331522KVE, 281222BE Mower Drive Belt Adjustment for 28 & 30 Decks only

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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.

4.2.4.MOWER DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT (FOR 28" & 30” DECKS ONLY)

1.Remove mower drive belt cover. Refer to Section “CHECK MOWER DRIVE BELT”.

2.Move blade lever up and over to the “ON” position.

3.Place deck cutting height in the 3rd position. Measure the belt spacing at idler pulley. The distance should measure 1-1/4” but no less than 1”. See Figure 4.5.

1-1/4”

 

IDLER

ENGINE DRIVE

SPINDLE

PULLEY

PULLEY

ASSEMBLY

PULLEY

 

 

FIGURE 4.5

4.If the distance is less than 1”, adjust belt tension.

5.Remove hairpin and flat washers from pivot stud. See Figure 4.6.

6.Pull front frame forward until distance between belt, with blade lever “ON”, measures 1-1/4”.

FLAT

WASHERS

HAIRPIN

FRAME

SPACERS

FIGURE 4.6

7.Install required number of snap-in frame spacers behind channel pivot until the 1-1/4” distance between belt is maintained. See Figure 4.7.

SNAP-IN FRAME

SPACER

P.N. 2-8395

FIGURE 4.7

8.Reinstall the required amount of flat washers removed in step “5.” and install hairpin. See Figure

4.6.Retain any remaining spacers for readjustment when a new belt is installed.

IMPORTANT: The SNAPPER Rear Engine Rider Models with 28” AND 30” decks are shipped with additional spacers specifically designed for the Rear Engine Rider. Should additional spacers be required, contact an authorized SNAPPER dealer. Snapper Models with 33” decks do not require belt tension adjustment.

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Contents Manual No -4390 Rev 1, 8/27/01 Rear Engine Riding Mower SeriesImportant Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Nomenclature IntroductionPRE-START Check List OPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment 2.2.1. Front to Rear AdjustmentOn Next Starting & Operation Engine Electric StartStarting & Operation Engine Electric StartEngine Manual Start Wheel Drive Starting & Operation 2.3.3. Mower BladeMower Blade Stopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.1. EngineCutting Height Adjustment Stopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.4. Park BrakeDo not park the machine on slopes Reverse Lockout Mechanism Override Reverse Lockout MechanismService After First 5 Hours Service Engine AIR Cleaner Check Mower BladeChange Engine OIL Service After First 5 Hours 3.2.4. Check Blade Drive Belt Service Brake / Park BrakeBlade Brake Battery Fluid Level Service Every 25 Operating HoursClean Mower Deck Interlock SystemRear Axle Bearing Lubrication Front Wheel Bearing LubricationEngine Service AnnuallyFuel Filter Every TWO YearsRemoving Fuel Tank Blade Brake Adjustment Engine Adjustments & RepairMower Deck Adjustment Front to Rear Levelness 28, & 33 DecksFront to Rear Levelness 30 Decks Mower Drive Belt Adjustment for 28 & 30 Decks only Service BRAKE/PARK Brake Adjustment Blade Sharpening Mower Blade Replacement 4.4.1. Blade Wear LimitsBelt Replacement Mower Drive Belt ReplacementBelt Removal 28 & 30 DecksBattery Installation Battery Battery RemovalBattery Storage Battery ServiceNEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from carton Battery TestingSnapper Rear Engine Rider Accessories Stop Problem Probable Cause Corrective ActionBlades Not Cutting Loss Of TractionCutting Grass ImproperlyTo be Performed Pages Subject Service ReferenceMAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts Maintenance Parts Disclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Service Notes Rear Engine Riding Mower Series

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