Snapper P2167517BVE Check Mower Blade, Check Engine Drive Belt, Check Transmission POLY-V Belt

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Section 3- MAINTENANCE

WARNING

DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool. Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades. Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury.

NOTE: Do not spill grease or oil on surface of drive disc. See Figure 3.3.

3.Reinstall transmission plug.

4.Check grease level after each 25 hours of operation.

DRIVE DISC CLEAN !

FIGURE 3.3

IMPORTANT: Drain fuel tank before tipping mower.

DO NOT tip machine with carburetor or spark plug down. Oil from crankcase will saturate the air filter and cause the

engine to be hard to start or not start at all. If contamination does occur, the air filter will have to be replaced.

3.2.3. CHECK MOWER BLADE

1.Disconnect spark plug wire and secure end away from plug.

2.Tilt mower up on its rear wheels for access to the blade cap screw. Do not tilt mower with spark plug or carburetor down. See Figure 3.4.

3.Check torque of blade retaining cap screw.

Recommended torque should be 40 ft. Ibs.

See

Figure 3.4.

 

4.Check blade for sharpness, wear and damage. Refer to Section "Blade Wear Limits".

3.2.4. CHECK ENGINE DRIVE BELT

1.Visually check engine drive belt for cracking, fraying, severed or belt strands exposed. If worn or damaged, replace belt before operating mower.

3.2.5.CHECK TRANSMISSION POLY-V BELT

1.Visually check poly-v belt for cracking, fraying, severed or belt strands exposed. If worn or damaged, replace belt before operating mower.

RECOMMENDED

BLADE RETAINING

CAP SCREW

TORQUE VALUE

SHOULD BE 40 FT.

LBS.

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FIGURE 3.4

3.3SERVICE - ANNUALLY

Perform all maintenance as described in the "Service Schedule" section of this manual.

3.3.1.Engine

Service engine according to engine owner'smanual.

3.3.2. Air Filter

Refer to engine owner'smanual for service instructions.

3.3.3.Engine Oil

Refer to engine owner'smanual for service instructions.

3.4STORAGE PROCEDURE

Refer to the Engine Owner's Manual for directions regarding engine storage preparations. Prepare the mower for "end of season" storage as follows:

1.Drain fuel from fuel tank and let engine run until all fuel is out of the carburetor.

2.Disconnect and remove the spark plug wire away from spark plug before any other preparations are made!

3.Tape all openings closed to prevent spraying water into exhaust or air intakes during washing.

4.Tilt mower up on its rear wheels and thoroughly clean the underside of the deck. Do not tilt mower with spark plug or carburetor down. Scrape away any accumulation of grass with a putty knife and or wire brush.

5.Lubricate all exposed metal with a light coating of oil to prevent corrosion.

6.On self-propelled models disconnect transfer rod clip and remove ground speed control rod before folding handles.

7.Loosen handle knobs. Carefully fold the handles forward, "flexing" the control cables to prevent cable damage.

8.Store the mower in a shed or other dry area, protected from weather.

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Contents Model Number Explanation Steel Deck Walk Mowers SeriesGeorgia 30253. Phone Important Safety InstructionsOperation Contents Introduction Nomenclature Briggshonda Engineengine Speedspeed ControlcontrolStarting & Operation Engine & Blade PRE-START Check ListRecoil Start Models Propelling Mower Starting & Operation 2.2.1. Engine & BladeStopping Cutting Height Adjustment Handle Height AdjustmentInstallation of Grass BAG Door Type Bag Installation of Grass BAG AdapterRecycling Operation On NextRemoving and Dumping Grass Catcher Installation of Grass Catcher Slide Closure TypeInstall Slide Discharge Deflector Slot Introduction Service After First 5 Hours 3.2.1. Change Engine OILImportant Drain fuel tank before tipping machine Dispose of drain oil properlyCheck Mower Blade Storage ProcedureCheck Engine Drive Belt Check Transmission POLY-V BeltWearlimit Mower Blade Replacement Standard Blade Wear LimitBlade Sharpening DJDO Notuseon MowerAre for self-propelled models only Wheel Drive Control AdjustmentCleaning Drive Disc & Driven Disc Driven and Drive Disc ServiceDriven Disc Adjustment Important If machine drive system continuesReplacing Rubber Driven Disc Install NEW Driven Disc Engine Drive Belt Replacement Stretch Type Belts Belt ServiceDeckbracket Pulley PositionBattery Testing Battery Service NEW Battery PreparationBattery Service 1. Remove battery Battery StorageTroubleshooting MAINTENANCE/REPLACEM ENT Parts Service Performed Each USE HRSHRS HR8 HR8 Season Disclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyIllustration of how dirt can How Maintenance can protect it Cost YOU Money Check OIL Level Before Each START-UP Starting Check List Snapper Product Registration Form Page Page Steel Deck Walk Behind Mowers Series

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