Snapper 24 HP manual Mower Removal Installation

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Operation

Operation

 

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Figure 9. Mower Belt Routing

A.Arbor Pulleys

B.Back-Side Idlers

C.PTO Pulley

D.Belt Tension Release Lever

MOWER REMOVAL AND

INSTALLATION

NOTE: Perform mower deck installation and removal on a hard flat surface such as a concrete floor.

Removal

1.Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the ignition, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop.

2.Remove the cutting height pin and lower the attachment lift to its lowest position.

3.Pull the lever (A, Figure 10) towards the rear of the machine to release tension on the mower belt. Secure the lever in the guard notch (B) and remove the mower belt from the PTO pulley (C, Figure 9).

4.Pull the hair pins (C & D, Figure 11) and disconnect the deck leveling links (I & J). Pull the hair pin and disconnect the roller bar connecting rod (M). Pull and turn the rod locks (A, B, E & F) to release the rod ends.

5.Lift the front of the deck using a 2 x 4 as a lever, pull the handle (G) forward to release the front hangers rod ends (H), then push rearward to release the rear rod ends.

6.Pivot the front wheels out of the way and slide the mower deck out from under right side of the unit.

Installation

1.Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn off the ignition, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop.

2.Remove the cutting height pin and lower the attachment lift to its lowest position.

3.Pivot the front wheels out of the way and slide the mower deck under the unit.

4.Install the leveling links and hair pins (I, J, C & D).

5.Lift the rear of the mower deck and install the rear lift rods (K & L) and secure with the rear rod locks (E & F).

6.Install the roller bar connecting rod (M) and the hair pin.

7.Lift the front of the deck using a 2 x 4 as a lever, pull the handle (G) to align the front hanger rod ends (H) with the slots and secure with the front rod locks (A & B).

B

A

Figure 10. Release Belt Tension

A.Belt Tension Release Lever

B.Guard Notch

 

 

 

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Figure 11. Mower Installation & Removal

A.Left Front Rod Lock

B.Right Front Rod Lock

C.Left Leveling Link Hair Pin

D.Right Leveling Link Hair Pin

E.Left Rear Rod Lock

F.Right Rear Rod Lock

G.Handle

H.Front Hanger Rod Ends

I.Left Leveling Link

J.Right Leveling Link

K.Left Rear Lift Rod

L.Right Rear Lift Rod

M.Roller Bar Connecting Rod (select models)

8.Install the belt as shown in Figure 9.

9.Release tension from the tensioning idler pulley using the belt tension lever (A, Figure 10) and make sure the belt is seated properly in all pulleys.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual 24HP Zero-Turn RidersDate Purchased Table of Contents Operating Safety Safety Rules & InformationSlope Operation Retaining Walls, Drop-offs, and Water General Operation Safety Rules and Information Slope OperationService & Maintenance Safe Handling of GasolineIdentification Numbers Safety Decals Safety DecalsNorth American Models CE Export ModelsSafety Interlock System North American Models only Safety Interlock SystemExport Models only Safety Interlock System Operational Safety ChecksSafety Icons North American Safety IconsCE Export Safety Icons ServicingFeatures & Controls Control FunctionsPTO Switch Seat Adjustment LeverHour Meter Transmission Oil FillChecks Before Starting General Operating SafetyOperation Pushing the Rider by Hand Starting the EngineStopping the Rider and Engine Zero Turn Driving Practice Smooth TravelForward Travel Practice Reverse Travel PracticePractice Turning Around a Corner Executing an End-Of-Row Zero TurnExecuting Turns TurningRemoval Mower Removal InstallationInstallation Mowing Mowing RecommendationsHeight of Grass Tall Grass Requires Incremental CuttingWhen and How Often to Mow Mowing MethodsMowing Patterns Proper Broadcast MowingAttaching a Trailer Proper MulchingCheck Transmission Oil Change Transmission Oil Filter Regular MaintenanceBefore Every Spring Each Hours 100 200 Fall Use Lubrication GreaseOil Arm PivotInspecting the Mower Blades Servicing the Mower BladesRemoving the Mower Blade Reinstalling the Mower Blades Sharpening the Mower BladeBalancing the Mower Blades NailCheck Tire Pressures Adding FuelFuel Filter Tire PressureEngine Maintenance Change Engine OIL & FilterChange Interval Every 200 Hours Check / Fill Transmission OILTransmission OIL Filter Change Storage Battery MaintenanceCleaning the Battery and Cables Troubleshooting, Adjustments, & Service Troubleshooting the RiderTroubleshooting, Adjustments, & Service Troubleshooting the MowerTroubleshooting Common Cutting Problems StreakingSeat Position Adjustment Seat AdjustmentGround Speed Control Lever Adjustment Neutral Adjustment Speed Balancing AdjustmentCutting Height Adjustment Parking Brake Adjustment Suspension Adjustment A. Front Shock Adjustment CollarPTO Clutch Adjustment Blade Brake CheckMower Deck Leveling Orient Blades Side-to-SideMower Belt Replacement Roller BAR Leveling Select ModelsHydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement Battery ChargingSpecifications Technical ManualsPage Product Quick Specs Belts and Blades Tractor

24 HP specifications

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