Snapper LT145H33GBV, LT145H38GBV, LT150H38GKV Traction drive belt removal

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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.

4.4.7.TRACTION DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT Mower Deck Removal

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5.Remove hair pins from the front deck hanger rod. See Figure 4.29.

RIGHT

SIDE

SHOWN

FRONT

AXLE

FRONT DECK

HANGER ROD

FRONT

HAIR PIN

LIFT ARM

 

FIGURE 4.29

6.Hold front of deck "UP" and slide the front deck hanger rod to the right and out then lower the front of deck to the ground.

7.Remove hair pin and flat washer from rear deck hanger bracket on both sides of tractor.

8.Make note of hole used in sector plates.

9.Slide sector plates off of rear deck hanger brackets.

10.Slide deck forward.

Remove deck drive belt from engine pulley bottom groove. See Figure 4.30.

30” & 33” BELT GUIDES SHOWN

ENGINE PULLEY

BOTTOM GROOVE

FIGURE 4.30

11.Slide deck back and disconnect spring from tension idler.

12.Pull deck from under tractor from R.H. side.

Traction drive belt removal

1.Remove two belt guide mounting bolts from each side of tractor frame. See Figure 4.31.

BELT GUIDE

MOUNTING

BOLTS (2 EACH

SIDE)

BELT

GUIDE

FIGURE 4.31

2.Slide belt guide assembly to the rear and remove.

3.Disconnect traction belt idler pulley spring from tractor frame. See Figure 4.32.

RIGHT REAR

TRACTOR

FRAME

DISCONNECT

SPRING FROM

FRAME

FIGURE 4.32

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Contents Model Number Explanation Lawn Tractor Hydrostatic Drive Series GImportant Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Controls ComponentsOPERATOR’S Seat Adjustment Front to Rear Adjustment PRE-START ChecklistOFF Starting & Operation Starting EngineStarting & Operation 2.3.2. Starting Wheel Drive Starting Mower BladeStopping Wheel Drive Releasing Park Brake Setting Park BrakeCutting Height Adjustment Stopping Stopping Mower BladeRolling Tractor with Engine OFF 2.6.1. Rolling Hydro Models Reverse Lockout Mechanism Override Reverse Lockout MechanismCheck Blade Brake Service After First 5 HoursIntroduction Change Engine OILCheck 38 Deck Drive Belt Service Every 25 Operating HoursCheck Engine Check 33 Deck Drive BeltTractor Lubrication Fuel Filter Service AnnuallyService 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 Side View of Deck Adjusting Mower Blade 33 Deck from previousDeck 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 Shifter Adjustment Steering AdjustmentMounting Ninja Blade Sharpening Mower Blade Service Standard Blade Wear LimitsNinja Blade Wear Limits Standard Blade SharpeningTraction Drive Belt Replacement Mower Deck Removal Mower Blade ReplacementTraction drive belt removal View from Underneath Tractor Traction drive belt replacementDeck Drive Belt Battery Storage Battery Battery RemovalBattery Installation Battery ServiceNEW Battery Preparation Battery TestingAvailable Accessories Schematic Wiring Harness P.N Schematic Wiring Harness P.N LT15OHGKVLT145H33GBV & LT145H38 GBV Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Guide LT145H38GBV Tractor Drive Belts Mower BladesNinja LT145H33GBVYear 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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