Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine. Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before working on machine. Fuel Filler Cap and Vent must be closed securely to prevent fuel spillage.
4.3.4. BELT REPLACEMENT | |
2. | (Continued From Previous) |
Route belt around stationary idler. | |
3. | Remove spring that is connected to idler pulley. |
Loosen nut and bolt that secures idler pulley to idler | |
arm. Route belt between belt guide and idler pulley. | |
4. | Route belt onto spindle pulley. Make sure belt is |
inside spindle pulley belt guide. | |
5. | Reinstall idler pulley spring. See Figure 4.4. |
NOTE: The idler belt guide should be positioned so | |
4.3.5. BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
The SNAPPER YARD CRUISER is equipped with an electric clutch/brake that should stop blade rotation in 5 seconds or less after being turned off. If blades continue to rotate longer than 5 seconds, adjustment or replacement is required. When properly adjusted, a .010” to .012” feeler gauge will fit thru the three inspection slots located on the side of the clutch as shown. See Figure 4.5. Excessive clearance can adversely affect the function of the clutch and produce blade stop times over 5 seconds. To adjust, turn the three adjusting nuts clockwise to reduce clearance. The clearance at each of the three slots must be set the same.
the locator tab fits into the corresponding hole found |
on the idler arm. See Figure 4.4. Tighten bolt |
securely. |
6. Reinstall front frame cover. |
BELT REPLACEMENTS
Engine to Hydro Pumps (All Models) | Part No. |
Engine to Electric Clutch (All Models) | Part No. |
Electric Clutch to Mower (33” Decks) | Part No. |
Electric Clutch to Mower (38” Decks) | Part No. |
IDLER ARM AND BELT
GUIDE DETAIL
ADJUSTING NUT (3)
INSPECTION
SLOT (3)
.010” TO .012”
FEELER
FIGURE 4.5
TAB MUST GO
INTO HOLE
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| LOCATOR |
MOWER | BELT | TAB |
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GUIDE |
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BELT |
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IDLER
ARM
STATIONARY BELT
PULLEYGUIDE
FIGURE 4.4
WARNING
Blades must stop rotating in 5 seconds or less after blades have been turned off. DO NOT operate machine until blade brake has been adjusted or repaired and is functioning properly. Contact your SNAPPER dealer for assistance.
4.3.6. ADJUSTING MOWER BLADE
The straightness of the mower blade(s) is essential for smooth, even mowing. Adjust blade straightness as follows. NOTE: Follow Steps 1 thru 4 for all deck sizes.
1.Make sure fuel cap is on tight. Turn fuel shut off valve (If equipped) to the “CLOSED” position. Start engine and allow it to run until engine runs out of fuel. Close vent on fuel filler cap. See Figure 2.3.
2.Remove key from ignition switch.
3.Remove spark plug wire(s) and secure away from spark plug(s).
4.Carefully stand YARD CRUISER on rear bumper.
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