Snapper 3011523BV Engine Adjustments and Repair, Mower Deck and Component Adjustments

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Maintenance (Continued)

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WARNING

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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.

Engine Adjustments and Repair

Refer to the engine manual for those adjustments and/or repairs that can be made by the owner.

Mower Deck and Component Adjustments

The following mower deck and component adjustments and repairs can be made by the owner. However, if there is diffi- culty in achieving these adjustments and repairs, it is recom- mended that these repairs be made by an authorized SNAP- PER dealer.

Blade Brake Adjustment

The automatic Blade Brake should stop the blades within 3 seconds any time the blades are disengaged by moving the blade lever to the “OFF” position or by releasing the Blade Pedals. If the blades take longer than 3 seconds to stop, perform the following measurement and adjustment.

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DO NOT operate machine until blade brake is adjusted and functioning properly. If blade stop time can not be achieved with the adjustment procedure described above, take machine immediately to an authorized Snapper dealer.

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C

B

Figure 32: Measuring blade brake clearance

1.With the blade engagement lever disengaged, measure the distance between the front of the blade lever (A, Figure 32) and the edge of the latch plate (B). The dimension (C) should be 3” to 3-1/4” clearance between the lever and the edge of the plate. If the dimension is incorrect go to step 2.

2.Remove the belt cover. Refer to the section entitled

“BLADE BELT COVER REMOVAL”.

3.If the dimension is greater than 3-1/4”, rotate the brake adjustment nut (A, Figure 33) clockwise to increase brake tension. If the dimension is less than 3”, rotate the nut counter-clockwise to decrease brake tension.

4.Reinstall the belt cover and tighten the bolts securely.

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Once blade is disengaged it should come to a stop in 3 seconds or less. If the blade continues to rotate after 3 seconds the blade brake must be adjusted. DO NOT continue to operate the machine if the blade brake is not operating properly.

Figure 33: Adjusting blade brake tension

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Contents Series Engine Date of Purchase Retailer Retailers Phone Number EquipmentSnapper is a trademark Simplicity Manufacturing, IncTable of Contents Protection against Tipovers Protection for ChildrenPreparation Do not allow pre-teenage children to operate machineOperation Safe Handling of GasolineTowing MaintenanceFeatures and Controls Features and ControlsFuel Tank OPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment Operation Pre-Start Check ListFuel filler cap A, is tight, and the vent B is Engine Electric Start Operation Starting and OperationEngine runs smooth On Next OperationEngine Manual Start Setting the park brakeOperation Mower BladeWheel Drive Stop the engine by turning the key A, to the OFF position Stopping Engine Wheel Drive, BladeOperation Stopping Engine, Wheel Drive Cutting Height AdjustmentBlade Park BrakeReverse Lockout Mechanism Override Operation Reverse Lockout MechanismAte blades in reverse. Stop BLADES, Look and see While backingMaintenance Service After the First 5 HoursIntroduction Blade Drive Belt Replacement Service Brake / Park BrakeCheck the Blade Drive Belt Blade BrakeCheck Engine Safety Interlock System ChecksReverse Lockout Mechanism Lubrication Grease FittingsService Every 25 Operating Hours Engine Service Rear Axle Bearing LubricationDifferential / Chain Case Lubrication Every Two Years Service AnnuallyStorage Out of Season Removing the Fuel TankMower Deck and Component Adjustments Engine Adjustments and RepairBlade Brake Adjustment Reinstall the belt cover and tighten the bolts securelyMower Deck Adjustment Front-to-Rear Levelness Mower Deck Adjustment Side-To-Side LevelnessService BRAKE/PARK Brake Adjustment Mower Drive Belt Adjustment For 28 & 30 Decks OnlyMove the blade lever up and over to the on position To the rear main caseMeasurement should be 3/4 Rear Engine Rider Drive ComponentsMower Blade Replacement Blade Wear LimitsSigns of excessive wear or damage Blade Sharpening Belt Replacement Belt RemovalRemove the idler A, Figures 46 Battery Removal BatteryBattery Installation Slide the battery partially into the battery housingBattery Storage Battery ServiceNew Battery Preparation Battery TestingSnapper Rear Engine Rider Accessories Battery Condition ChartDescription of Kit Models Used on Season Maintenance Service ScheduleMaintenance Maintenance/Replacement Parts Troubleshooting Problem Probable Cause Corrective ActionStop Move lever to the on position Year Limited Warranty Slope Guide Page Page Page Page Common Service Parts Product Specifications2811523BV 2812523BVE Snapper Products Macon Street McDonough, GA
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