Snapper 331522KVE, 3314522BVE, 281222BE Mower Drive Belt Replacement, Belt Removal, 28 & 30 Decks

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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

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

2.Remove old belt.

4.5.2. BELT REPLACEMENT

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. See Figure 4.14.

ENGINE PULLEY

ENGINE

BELT

GUIDE

FIGURE 4.14

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

6.Rotate clutch yoke (clutch yoke shown in Figure 4.9) 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.

8.Remove idler. See Figure 4.15 and 4.16.

9.Route belt onto spindle pulley. Make sure belt is inside spindle belt guide and idler belt guide. Route belt as shown in Figure 4.15 or 4.16.

10.Reinstall idler removed in Step 8. The idler belt guide tab should be positioned in the hole located on idler arm. Tighten idler pulley bolt securely.

11.Adjust belt guide. See Figure 4.15 or 4.16 for proper belt-to-belt guide clearances.

12.Check mower drive belt tension and adjust if necessary (28” & 30” decks only). Refer to Section

“MOWER DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT”.

13.Reinstall mower drive belt cover.

28” & 30” DECKS

IDLER BELT GUIDE

1/16” NOMINAL

REMOVE IDLER

FIGURE 4.15

33” DECKS

33” MODELS

(DUAL IDLER SYSTEM)

1/16” NOMINAL

REMOVE IDLER

FIGURE 4.16

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Contents Rear Engine Riding Mower Series Manual No -4390 Rev 1, 8/27/01Important Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Introduction NomenclatureOPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment 2.2.1. Front to Rear Adjustment PRE-START Check ListStarting & Operation Engine Electric Start On NextStarting & Operation Engine Electric StartEngine Manual Start Starting & Operation 2.3.3. Mower Blade Wheel DriveStopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.1. Engine Mower BladeCutting Height Adjustment Stopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.4. Park BrakeDo not park the machine on slopes Reverse Lockout Mechanism Reverse Lockout Mechanism OverrideService 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 Service Every 25 Operating Hours Battery Fluid LevelClean Mower Deck Interlock SystemFront Wheel Bearing Lubrication Rear Axle Bearing LubricationService Annually EngineFuel Filter Every TWO YearsRemoving Fuel Tank Engine Adjustments & Repair Blade Brake AdjustmentMower 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 Mower Blade Replacement 4.4.1. Blade Wear Limits Blade SharpeningMower Drive Belt Replacement Belt ReplacementBelt Removal 28 & 30 DecksBattery Battery Removal Battery InstallationBattery Service Battery StorageNEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from carton Battery TestingSnapper Rear Engine Rider Accessories Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action StopLoss Of Traction Blades Not CuttingCutting Grass 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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