Snapper NZM19480KWV, NZM21520KWV important safety instructions Parking Brake Adjustment

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Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR

WARNING

DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine running. STOP engine. STOP blades. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wires and secure away from spark plugs. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all parts to cool.

5.2.1.MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT (LEVELNESS) SIDE to SIDE and FRONT to REAR

7. Loosen the nuts that secure both rear deck support eyebolts. Adjust to remove slack from both rear chains. Tighten nuts securely. See Figure 5.6.

DECK TIMING ROD

NO ADJUSTMENT REQUIRED

LOOSEN NUTS AND

POSITION CHAIN

UNTIL TIGHT

FIGURE 5.6

8.Move deck lift lever and set the mower deck to the highest cutting position and recheck side to side blade tip dimensions. The difference between the two should be 1/8” or less.

NOTE: The deck timing rod is preset at the factory and requires no adjustments. See Figure 5.7.

9.The leveling blocks used in Step 4 should result in a proper deck pitch. If a pitch adjustment is required, use the two rear deck support eyebolts. Adjust eyebolts up or down as required.

10.Reinstall deck lift assist spring. Place deck in highest cutting position. Tighten nut on eyebolt until 1 1/4” of threads protrude past end of nut. See Figure 4.9.

FIGURE 5.7

WARNING

Do not operate this machine if the brakes are not functioning properly!

5.3PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT

The parking brake can be adjusted by rotating hex nut clockwise to increase brake tension. If this adjustment does not result in proper braking action contact your authorized SNAPPER dealer for corrective action. See Figure 5.8.

1.Disengage parking brake. Measure the relaxed length of the brake spring.

2.Engage parking brake. Length of spring should decrease 3/8”. Adjustment is required if less than 3/8”.

3.Loosen jam nut.

4.Tighten hex nut to compress brake spring 3/8”. Tighten jam nut to secure the hex nut in place. Disengage and engage parking brake and recheck brake spring compression measurement. Repeat previous steps for other wheel. See Figure 5.8.

3/8” COMPRESS PARKING BRAKE

FIGURE 5.8

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Contents MID Mount Z-RIDER Zero Turning Hydro Drive Series Always begin forward motion slowly and with caution Important Safety InstructionsFrom Previous Important Safety InstructionsFrom Previous Column MaintenanceTable of Contents Nomenclature IntroductionSafety Messages and Symbols RUN Do not allow operation of the machine by untrained personnel PRE-START Check ListStarting Engine Starting & Stopping ENGINE, BLADES, Parking BrakeStarting Mower Blades Stopping EngineStopping Mower Blades Parking BrakeOPERATION- Motion Controls Driving Machine Cutting Height AdjustmentEngine Must not Start if Stopping MachineEngine should Start if Engine Must Begin to Stop ifCheck Mower Blade Service After First 5 HoursAfter Every 25 Operating Hours 4.3.1. Engine Riding Mower Lubrication Before Operating MachineAnnually END of Each Season Deck Removal Hydraulic Fluid Filters Neutral Position Adjustments Adjustments & RepairMower Deck & Component Adjustments Neutral Position Adjustments From PreviousMower Deck Adjustment Levelness Side to Side and Front to RearParking Brake Adjustment Traction Belt Tension Traction Belt ReplacementMower Drive Belt Replacement Tracking AdjustmentBelt Replacement Belt RemovalBlade Sharpening Battery Battery Removal Battery Service 1. Remove batteryBattery Installation Battery Testing NEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from cartonDo not Overfill Bearing Replacement Mower Spindles Field Serviceable SpindlesHydraulic SYSTEM, Purging Trouble Shooting on Next Problem Probable Cause Corrective ActionMachine Will Not Move MAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts Service Performed Each100 Number USE HRS SeasonDisclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Snapper Product Registration Form Page Page Page MID Mount Z-RIDER Zero Turning Hydro Drive Series

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