Snapper NZM19481KWV Parking Brake Adjustment, Highest cutting position and recheck side to side

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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 (slotted brackets on 61, See Figure 5.5). Adjust to remove slack from both rear chains. Tighten nuts securely. See Figure 5.6.

LOOSEN NUTS AND

POSITION CHAIN

UNTIL TIGHT

DECK TIMING ROD

NO ADJUSTMENT REQUIRED

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.

FIGURE 5.6

 

 

8. Move deck lift lever and set the mower deck to

3/8”

COMPRESS

the highest cutting position and recheck side to side

 

PARKING BRAKE

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 (slotted brackets on 61). Adjust 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 (2 1/4” for 61” decks) protrude

FIGURE 5.8

past end of nut. See Figure 4.9.

 

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Contents MID Mount Z-RIDER Zero Turning Hydro Drive Series Important Safety Instructions Snapper From PreviousMaintenance Table of Contents Nomenclature IntroductionSafety Messages and Symbols RUN PRE-START Check List Operating InstructionsStarting 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 See Figure Neutral Position Adjustments Adjustments & RepairNeutral Position Adjustments From Previous Highest cutting position and recheck side to side Parking Brake AdjustmentTraction Belt Tension Traction Belt ReplacementTracking Adjustment Mower Drive Belt Replacement Belt ReplacementBelt Removal Blade Sharpening Battery Battery Removal Battery InstallationBattery Service 1. Remove battery Battery Testing NEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from cartonDo not Overfill Insert spindle shaft up through the bottom Bearing ReplacementHydraulic SYSTEM, Purging Problem Probable Cause Trouble Shooting on NextCorrective Action Machine 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

NZM19481KWV specifications

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