Snapper E2812523BVE, E2512523BVE, E2813523BVE, E331523KVE Blade Drive Belt Replacement, 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.

4.5BLADE 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 4.13.

ENGINE PULLEY

ENGINE

BELT

GUIDE

FIGURE 4.13

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

6.Rotate clutch yoke (clutch yoke shown in Figure 4.8) 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 4.14 and 4.15.

9.Route belt onto spindle pulley. Make sure belt is

inside spindle belt guide and idler belt guide. Route belt as shown in Figure 4.14 or 4.15

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 4.14 or 4.15 for proper belt-to-belt guide clearances.

12.Check mower drive belt tension and adjust if necessary (25/28” decks only). Refer to Section

“MOWER DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT”.

13.Reinstall mower drive belt cover.

25/28” DECKS

IDLER BELT GUIDE

1/16” NOMINAL

 

REMOVE

 

MOWER

IDLER

ENGINE

 

PULLEY

DECK

 

 

 

PULLEY

 

 

FIGURE 4.14

33” DECKS

33” MODELS

(DUAL IDLER SYSTEM)

1/16” NOMINAL

 

REMOVE

ENGINE

 

PULLEY

SPINDLE

IDLER

 

DECK

 

 

PULLEY

 

 

FIGURE 4.15

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Contents European Rear Engine Riding Mower Series Important Safety Instructions Safe Handling of Gasoline Towing Table of Contents Nomenclature IntroductionFamiliarization Decals / Symbols Reverse Caution Decal Deflector Caution PRE-START Check List OPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment 2.2.1. Front to Rear AdjustmentOn Next Starting & Operation Engine Electric StartEngine Manual Start Starting & OperationWheel 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 machine on slopes Reverse Lockout Mechanism Override Reverse Lockout MechanismService Engine AIR Cleaner Check Mower Blade Service After First 5 Hours Change Engine OILService After First 5 Hours 3.2.4. Check Blade Drive Belt Service Brake / Park BrakeBlade Brake Lubrication Grease Fittings Engine Must not Start ifEngine should Start if Engine and Blades Must Stop if Check EngineMower Deck Levelness Battery Fluid LevelClean Mower Deck Do not OverfillLeft Rear Axle Bearing Grease Fitting Storage OUT of Season Service AnnuallyFuel Filter Every TWO YearsEngine Adjustments & Repair Blade Brake AdjustmentClearance Mower Drive Belt Adjustment for 25/28 Decks only Mower Deck Adjustment Brake Cable Chain Case Depress Loosen CLUTCH/BRAKE Blade Sharpening Mower Blade Replacement 4.4.1. Blade Wear Limits25/28 Decks Blade Drive Belt ReplacementBelt Replacement Belt RemovalBattery Installation Battery Battery RemovalBattery Testing Battery ServiceBattery Storage NEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from cartonSnapper Rear Engine Rider Accessories Problem Probable Cause StopCorrective Action Improperly Loss Of TractionBlades Not Cutting Cutting GrassTo be Performed Pages Subject Service ReferenceRPM’s DBA E2512523BVE 2900 137 Governed KW @ Power Pressure Hand BodyRPM’s Kilowatts Unit Mass Sound Vibration LWA LPADisclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyEuropean Rear Engine Riding Mower Series
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