Snapper E281320BE, E331520KVE Front Wheel Bearing Lubrication, Rear Axle Bearing Lubrication

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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE

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.

3.3.7. FRONT WHEEL BEARING - LUBRICATION

1.Lubricate front wheel bearings with five shots of general purpose grease, from grease gun. See Figure 3.6.

FRONT WHEEL

GREASE FITTING

FIGURE 3.6

3.3.8. REAR AXLE BEARING - LUBRICATION

1.The left rear axle bearing on 28” machines requires three shots of general purpose grease from grease gun. See Figure 3.7.

NOTE: Some models are equipped with a pre- lubricated sealed bearing and require no additional lubrication.

2.The right rear axle bearing is lubricated by the differential lubricant and requires no grease.

LEFT REAR

AXLE BEARING

GREASE

FITTING

FIGURE 3.7

3.3.9.DIFFERENTIAL/CHAIN CASE - LUBRICATION 1. Stand rear engine rider on its rear bumper and check the fill/level plug, for cracks and wear. Replace fill/level plug if signs of wear are visible.

IMPORTANT: If the Rear Engine Rider will be on its rear bumper for longer than two hours, remove the battery. Refer to Section “BATTERY REMOVAL”.

2.To check lubricant, remove fill/level plug and visually inspect for lubricant on the internal parts of the differential. If no lubricant is visible on the internal parts of the differential, add “SNAPPER Transmission” grease as needed. See Figure 3.8.

IMPORTANT: Overfilling of the differential with lubricant will cause lubricant to leak onto drive components of the Rear Engine Rider.

DIFFERENTIAL

FILL/LEVEL PLUG

P.N. 1-1024

FIGURE 3.8

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Contents European Rear Engine Riding Mower Series Manual No -3553 I.R /29/00Important Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Introduction NomenclatureFamiliarization Decals / Symbols Transmission Shift Lever Symbols Rabbit OPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment 2.2.1. Front to Rear Adjustment PRE-START Check ListStarting & Operation Engine Electric Start On NextStarting & Operation Engine Electric StartEngine Manual Start Starting & Operation 2.3.3. Mower Blade Wheel DriveStopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.1. Engine Mower BladeCutting Height Adjustment Stopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.4. Park BrakeDo not park the machine on slopes Reverse Lockout Mechanism Reverse Lockout Mechanism OverrideService After First 5 Hours Service Engine AIR Cleaner Check Mower BladeChange Engine OIL Blade Brake Service After First 5 Hours 3.2.4. Check Blade Drive BeltService Brake / Park Brake Interlock SystemClean Mower Deck Service Every 25 Operating HoursBattery Fluid Level Lubrication Grease FittingsFront Wheel Bearing Lubrication Rear Axle Bearing LubricationEvery TWO Years Service AnnuallyFuel Filter Storage OUT of SeasonRemoving Fuel Tank Engine Adjustments & Repair Blade Brake AdjustmentMower Deck Adjustment Front to Rear Levelness 28, & 33 DecksFront to Rear Levelness 30 Decks Adjustments & Repair Wheel Brake AdjustmentChain Case Mower Blade Replacement 4.4.1. Blade Wear Limits Blade SharpeningBlade Drive Belt Replacement Belt ReplacementBelt Removal Battery Battery Removal Battery InstallationBattery Testing Battery ServiceBattery Storage NEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from cartonSnapper Rear Engine Rider Accessories Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action StopCutting Grass Loss Of TractionBlades Not Cutting ImproperlyTo be Performed Pages Subject Service ReferencePower LWA Vibration Max Less ThanMAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts Maintenance Parts Year Limited Warranty Disclaimer of WarrantyService Notes Service Notes Service Notes European Rear Engine Riding Mower Series

E281320BE, E331520KVE specifications

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