Snapper E281022BE, E281222BE, E331522KVE, E281222BE, E281022BE, E331522KVE Mower Deck Adjustment

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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.

4.2.3.MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT (Side-To-Side Levelness)

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7.Move one side of the deck up or down to achieve levelness between both sides of deck. See Figure 4.6.

8.Tighten carriage bolt and nut securely. Recheck both sides of deck for correct levelness.

9.Readjust rear hanger chain pivots to align with holes in support brackets.

See Figure 4.7.

10.Remove angle iron, pipe, or similar object and proceed to check front to rear levelness.

4.2.3. MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT

(Front to Rear Levelness - 28” & 33” Decks)

With the Rear Engine Rider on a smooth, level surface, rotate blade until blade tips are at front and rear of deck. Measure the distance from blade tips to floor. The distance should be the same, or the rear 1/8” lower than the front. If the rear blade tip is higher or is more than 1/8” lower than the front, proceed with adjustment.

FLOOR

FRONT

REAR

X-1/8”

HANGER

HAIRPINCHAIN PIVOT

SUPPORT

BRACKET

HANGER

CHAIN

FIGURE 4.7

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Contents Manual No -4391 I.R /19/01 European Rear Engine Riding Mower SeriesImportant Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Nomenclature IntroductionFamiliarization Decals / Symbols Lowest Height CUT Battery 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 & OperationEngine Electric Start Wheel Drive Starting & Operation 2.3.3. Mower BladeMower Blade Stopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.1. EngineDo not park machine on slopes Cutting Height AdjustmentStopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.4. Park Brake Reverse Lockout Mechanism Override Reverse Lockout MechanismService Engine AIR Cleaner Check Mower Blade Service After First 5 Hours Change Engine OILBlade Brake Service After First 5 Hours 3.2.4. Check Blade Drive BeltService Brake / Park Brake Interlock System Service Every 25 Operating HoursBattery Fluid Level Clean Mower DeckRear Axle Bearing Lubrication Service Every 25 Operating Hours from previousFront Wheel Bearing Lubrication Every TWO Years Service AnnuallyEngine Fuel FilterRemoving Fuel Tank Storage OUT of SeasonMower Drive Belt Adjustment for 28 Decks only Engine Adjustments & RepairMower Deck Adjustment Side-To-Side Levelness Blade Brake AdjustmentFront to Rear Levelness 28 & 33 Decks Mower Deck AdjustmentChain Case Clutch Yoke Cable Housing Spring Blade Sharpening Mower Blade Replacement 4.4.1. Blade Wear LimitsDecks 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 Stop Problem Probable Cause Corrective ActionImproperly Loss Of TractionBlades Not Cutting Cutting GrassTo be Performed Pages Subject Service ReferenceMAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts Maintenance Parts Disclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyService Notes European Rear Engine Riding Mower Series

E281022BE, E281222BE, E331522KVE, E331522KVE, E281022BE, E281222BE, E281222BE, E281022BE, E331522KVE specifications

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