Snapper LT150H331BV, LT150H38IBV, WLT150H38IBV, WLT170H38IBV Blade Belt Adjustment 33 Deck

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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR

WARNING

DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool. If deck front to rear level is not correct, this could cause blade belt problems.

4.2.2.BLADE BELT ADJUSTMENT – 33” DECK

1.Move tractor to a firm, level surface.

2.Turn engine "OFF". Remove key.

3.Move blade engagement lever down to "OFF". See Figure 4.2.

4.Place deck in mid cutting position.

5.Check front to rear level. Refer to Section “33 DECK LEVEL ADJUSTMENT (FRONT TO REAR)”.

MOVE BLADE

ENGAGEMENT

LEVER TO “OFF”

FIGURE 4.2

IMPORTANT: If deck front to rear level is not correct, this could cause blade belt problems.

6.Move blade engagement lever to "ON".

7.Measure blade cable extension spring. The length of the spring (x) should increase by 1” (+/-1/8”). See Figure

BLADE CABLE

EXTENSION

SPRING

X

X + 1” +/- 1/8”

8.(33" Deck) To adjust tension, remove extension rod mounting bolt and nut. See Figure 4.4.

9.Move extension rod to next hole towards rear of deck and secure with mounting bolt and nut.

10.Measure extension spring with blade engagement lever in the "ON" and "OFF" positions. See Figure 4.3. Continue adjustment until tension is correct.

IMPORTANT: Blade brake function must be verified after performing blade belt adjustment.

11.Check blade brake. Refer to Section “CHECK BLADE BRAKE”. Blades must stop rotating in 5 seconds or less when turned off.

LEAST TENSION

MOST TENSION

EXTENSION

ROD

MOUNTING

NUT & BOLT

FIGURE 4.4

4.2.3.BLADE BELT ADJUSTMENT – 38” DECK

The blade belt on the 38” deck requires no tension adjustment. If the belt becomes worn or damaged it must be replaced. Refer to Section “BLADE BELT REMOVAL &

REPLACEMENT”.

4.2.4.ADJUSTING MOWER BLADE – 33” DECK (33" Decks Only; no adjustment for 38")

1.Select a point on the deck and mark for reference.

2.Mark blade tips as “A” and “B”.

3.Rotate blade until blade tip “A” is at deck reference mark

4.Measure the distance between deck lip and blade tip. Note the measurement. See Figure 4.5.

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FIGURE 4.3

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Contents Model Number Explanation 150Protection for Children Protection Against TipoversPreparation Maintenance OperationTable of Contents Components ControlsPRE-START Checklist OPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment Front to Rear AdjustmentStarting & Operation Starting Engine OFFStarting & Operation 2.3.2. Starting Wheel Drive Starting Mower BladeStopping Wheel Drive Stopping Stopping Mower Blade Setting Park BrakeCutting Height Adjustment Releasing Park BrakeRolling Tractor with Engine OFF 2.6.1. Rolling Hydro Models Reverse Lockout Mechanism Reverse Lockout Mechanism OverrideChange Engine OIL Service After First 5 HoursIntroduction Check Blade BrakeCheck 33 Deck Drive Belt Service Every 25 Operating Hours Check EngineCheck Mower Blade Check 38 Deck Drive BeltMower Components Tractor LubricationService Annually Service Annually 3.4.2. Fuel Filter Service Annually 3.4.2. Fuel Filter From PreviousSpark Plug Hydrostatic Transmission OIL Engine Adjustments & Repair Blade Brake AdjustmentDeck Blade Brake Adjustment Blade Belt Adjustment 33 Deck Blade Belt Adjustment 38 DeckOn next Adjusting Mower Blade 33 Deck from previous Side View of DeckDeck Level Adjustment Front to Rear Front Lift ROD Deck Level Adjustment Side to SideDeck Level Adjustment Front to Rear Sector Plates From previousFront of Tractor Deck Level Adjustment Front to Rear Tractor Drive Components Brake AdjustmentRear to Front View of Deck Steering Adjustment Shifter AdjustmentMounting Standard Blade Sharpening Mower Blade Service Standard Blade Wear LimitsNinja Blade Wear Limits Ninja Blade SharpeningMower Blade Replacement Traction Drive Belt Replacement Mower Deck RemovalTraction drive belt removal Traction drive belt replacement View from Underneath TractorDeck Drive Belt Battery Service Battery Battery RemovalBattery Installation Battery StorageBattery Testing NEW Battery PreparationAvailable Accessories Available LT150H33IBV LT150H38IBV AccessoriesSchematic Wiring Harness P.N Schematic Wiring Harness P.N LT150H38HKVLT150H33IBV & LT150H38IBV Troubleshooting Guide Problem Probable Cause Corrective ActionTroubleshooting Guide WLT150H38IBV Tractor Drive Belts Mower BladesNinja WLT170H38IBVYear Limited Warranty Disclaimer of WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Snapper Product Registration Form Service Notes Lawn Tractor Hydrostatic Drive Series

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