Snapper E281123BVE, E281323BVE, E331523KVE Left Rear Axle Bearing Grease Fitting

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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.

3.3SERVICE - EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS 3.3.8. REAR AXLE BEARING - LUBRICATION

1.The left rear axle bearing requires three shots of general purpose grease from a grease gun. See Figure 3.8.

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

LEFT REAR

AXLE

BEARING

GREASE

FITTING

FIGURE 3.8

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 3.9.

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 3.9

3.3.9.DIFFERENTIAL/CHAIN CASE - LUBRICATION 3. Check fill/level plug for damage. If signs of wear or cracks are visible, replace plug with new plug. See Figure 3.10.

4.To check lubricant in chain case, remove fill/level plug and look for lubricant on the internal components of the chain case. If no lubricant is visible, add "SNAPPER Transmission” grease as needed. See Figure 3.10.

AXLE

BOOTS

CHAIN

CASE

FILL/LEVEL PLUG

P.N. 1-1024

FIGURE 3.10

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Contents European Rear Engine Riding Mower Series Important 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 Electric Start Starting & OperationEngine Manual Start Wheel Drive Starting & Operation 2.3.3. Mower BladeMower Blade Stopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.1. EngineStopping ENGINE, Wheel DRIVE, Blade 2.4.4. Park Brake Cutting Height AdjustmentDo 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 Brake / Park Brake Service After First 5 Hours 3.2.4. Check Blade Drive BeltBlade Brake Lubrication Grease Fittings Interlock SystemCheck Engine Mower Deck Levelness Battery Fluid LevelClean Mower Deck Do not OverfillLeft Rear Axle Bearing Grease Fitting Storage OUT of Season Service AnnuallyFuel Filter Every TWO YearsBlade Brake Adjustment Engine Adjustments & RepairClearance Mower Drive Belt Adjustment for 28 Decks only Front to Rear Levelness 28, & 33 Decks Mower Deck AdjustmentFront to Rear Levelness 30 Decks Chain 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 WarrantyPage European Rear Engine Riding Mower Series

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