Snapper E281123BVE, E281323BVE, E331523KVE Chain Case Clutch Yoke Cable Housing Spring

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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.

4.3REAR ENGINE RIDER DRIVE COMPONENTS

4.3.1.SERVICE BRAKE/PARK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT

CHAIN

CASE

CLUTCH

YOKE

CABLE

HOUSING

SPRING

HOUSING

Test the wheel brake on a dry concrete surface. When properly adjusted, the Rear Engine Rider will stop within 5 feet from fastest speed. If stopping distance is more than 5 feet, the wheel brake should

CABLE END

COTTER

COTTER PIN

be adjusted as follows:

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.Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down. Move and hold the park brake latch over in the “ON” position and release the clutch/brake pedal to lock the park brake. See Figure 4.7.

PIN

1/2” TO 3/4”

FIGURE 4.8

BRAKE CABLE

CHAIN CASE

DEPRESS

LOOSEN

CLUTCH/BRAKE

JAM NUTS

MOVE PARKING

BRAKE LATCH OVER

TO LOCK

FIGURE 4.7

FIGURE 4.9

5.Measure the distance between end of clutch/brake cable and bottom of housing. Measurement should be no less than 1/2” and no greater than 3/4”. See Figure 4.8.

6.If measurement is less than 1/2” or greater than 3/4”, loosen the two jam-nuts. See Figure 4.9. Hold the clutch/brake cable to the chain case bracket.

7.Adjust cable up or down using the jam-nuts to obtain a distance of 1/2” to 3/4” between end of clutch/brake cable (adjustment shown in inset of Figure 4.8) and bottom of housing. See Figure 4.9.

8.After adjustment is complete, securely tighten cable jam-nuts.

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Contents European Rear Engine Riding Mower Series Important Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Introduction NomenclatureFamiliarization Decals / Symbols Lowest Height CUT Battery Caution 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 machine on slopes Reverse Lockout Mechanism Reverse Lockout Mechanism OverrideService After First 5 Hours Change Engine OIL Service Engine AIR Cleaner Check Mower BladeService After First 5 Hours 3.2.4. Check Blade Drive Belt Service Brake / Park BrakeBlade Brake Interlock System Lubrication Grease FittingsCheck Engine Battery Fluid Level Clean Mower DeckDo not Overfill Mower Deck LevelnessLeft Rear Axle Bearing Grease Fitting Service Annually Fuel FilterEvery TWO Years Storage OUT of SeasonEngine Adjustments & Repair Blade Brake AdjustmentClearance Mower Drive Belt Adjustment for 28 Decks only Mower Deck Adjustment Front to Rear Levelness 28, & 33 DecksFront to Rear Levelness 30 Decks Chain Case Clutch Yoke Cable Housing Spring Mower Blade Replacement 4.4.1. Blade Wear Limits Blade SharpeningBlade Drive Belt Replacement Belt ReplacementBelt Removal DecksBattery Battery Removal Battery InstallationBattery Service Battery StorageNEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from carton Battery TestingSnapper Rear Engine Rider Accessories Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action StopLoss Of Traction Blades Not CuttingCutting Grass ImproperlySubject Service Reference To be Performed PagesMAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts Maintenance Parts Year Limited Warranty Disclaimer of WarrantyPage European Rear Engine Riding Mower Series

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