Snapper LT145H33GBV, LT145H38GBV, LT150H38GKV important safety instructions Mounting

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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR

4.3.4.TRACTION DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT Should a gradual loss of traction be noticed, it may be necessary to adjust the traction drive belt tension. Adjust as follows:

1.Move tractor to a firm, level surface.

2.Turn engine "OFF". Remove key.

3.Remove mowing deck.

4.Remove the traction drive belt stationary idler mounting bolt. See Figure 4.21.

5.Move the stationary idler one hole towards left side of tractor for more belt tension.

NOTE: Note the orientation of belt guide and make certain it remains in the same orientation after moving idler.

NOTE: Should less tension be required move stationary idler towards right side of tractor. See Figure 4.21.

6.Secure stationary idler with mounting bolt.

7.Place spark plug wire onto spark plug. Set park brake. Start engine.

8.Visually inspect traction drive belt for movement. When properly adjusted, the traction drive belt should not have any movement or rotation with the engine running and park brake engaged.

9.Should movement be present, readjust traction drive belt to release belt tension as described in previous instructions.

 

 

MOUNTING

 

BELT GUIDE

BRACKET

 

 

 

 

MORE

 

 

TENSION

 

STATIONARY IDLER

 

 

STATIONARY IDLER

 

 

MOUNTING BOLT

LESS

 

 

TENSION

 

 

MORE TENSION

 

 

LESS TENSION

 

 

MOUNTING BRACKET

 

 

BELT GUIDE - MAKE CERTAIN

 

 

BELT GUIDE ORIENTATION IS

 

 

MAINTAINED.

 

 

STATIONARY IDLER

 

 

MOUNTING

 

 

BRACKET

FIGURE 4.21

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Contents Lawn Tractor Hydrostatic Drive Series G Model Number ExplanationImportant Safety Instructions Operation Table 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 Setting Park Brake Cutting Height AdjustmentStopping Stopping Mower Blade Releasing Park BrakeRolling Tractor with Engine OFF 2.6.1. Rolling Hydro Models Reverse Lockout Mechanism Reverse Lockout Mechanism OverrideService After First 5 Hours IntroductionChange Engine OIL Check Blade BrakeService Every 25 Operating Hours Check EngineCheck 33 Deck Drive Belt Check 38 Deck Drive BeltTractor Lubrication Service Annually Fuel FilterService 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 Side to Side Deck Level Adjustment Front to Rear Sector PlatesDeck Level Adjustment Front to Rear Front Lift ROD Front of Tractor Deck Level Adjustment Front to Rear Tractor Drive Components 4.3.1. Brake AdjustmentRear to Front View of Deck Steering Adjustment Shifter AdjustmentMounting Mower Blade Service Standard Blade Wear Limits Ninja Blade Wear LimitsStandard Blade Sharpening 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 Battery Removal Battery InstallationBattery Service Battery StorageBattery Testing NEW Battery PreparationAvailable Accessories Schematic Wiring Harness P.N Schematic Wiring Harness P.N LT15OHGKVLT145H33GBV & LT145H38 GBV Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Guide Tractor Drive Belts Mower Blades NinjaLT145H33GBV LT145H38GBVYear Limited Warranty Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Service Notes Service Notes Lawn Tractor Hydrostatic Drive Series G

LT145H33GBV, LT145H33GBV, LT145H38GBV, LT150H38GKV specifications

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