Snapper YZ20484BVE, YZ16424BVE Service Every 25 Operating Hours 3.3.1. Engine, Mower Components

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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE

3.3SERVICE EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS 3.3.1. ENGINE

5.Air Filter

c. Reinstall air cleaner cover. Insert tabs located on the engine cover into corresponding slots in air cleaner cover. IMPORTANT: The yellow tabs must be completely inserted into air cleaner cover or the compartment will not be completely sealed to prevent debris from entering into the carburetor.

a. 16 HP Engines: Change air filter. Pull up and rotate the air cleaner latch to remove cleaner cover. See Figure 3.4.

IMPORTANT: When cover is removed, you are viewing the carburetor side of the air filter, which will appear clean. Remove filter and pre-cleaner for inspection.

AIR CLEANER

LATCH

 

AIR CLEANER

FIGURE 3.4

COVER

b.Refer to engine owner's manual for cleaning and service instructions. Remove and clean engine air pre-cleaner. Remove and replace engine air cleaner. See Figure 3.5. Install pre-cleaner and air cleaner per engine owner’s manual.

AIR PRE-

CLEANER

AIR CLEANER

c.Reinstall air cleaner cover. Insert tabs located at the bottom of the cover into corresponding slots in engine cover. Position cover and engage latch over cover and rotate and push down to lock.

3.3.2.MOWER COMPONENTS

1. Mower Drive Belt

Check belt for proper tension. No adjustment required. Replace belt as needed.

2. Mower Blade

Check blade for sharpness, wear, damage, and torque. See the section on Mower Blade Replacement/Repair.

3. Mower Deck Levelness

Check mower deck for proper levelness. Adjust as required. See section on Mower Deck Adjustment - Levelness.

WARNING

Lifting or letting down the machine unassisted can cause severe injury. Always have assistance from another person when supporting the weight of machine.

4.Cleaning Mower Deck

a.Make sure fuel cap is on tight. Start engine and allow it to run until engine runs out of fuel. Close vent on fuel filler cap. See Figure 2.3.

b.Remove key from ignition switch.

c.Remove spark plug wire(s) and secure away from spark plug(s).

d.Carefully stand YARD CRUISER on rear bumper.

e.Clean underside of mower deck, removing all accumulation of grass clippings and debris.

f.Lower YARD CRUISER to ground. Clean top of deck, removing all grass clippings and debris.

5.Mower Blade Spindle - Lubrication

a.Lubricate spindle bearings with three shots of general purpose grease from grease gun. See Figure 3.6.

TOP VIEW OF 48” DECK

LUBRICATE

SPINDLE

BEARINGS

FIGURE 3.5

FIGURE 3.6

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Contents Yard Cruiser Important Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Introduction NomenclatureOperating Instructions PRE-START Check ListStarting & Operation Engine Electric Start Mower Blade Stopping 2.3.1. EngineWheel Drive Parking BrakeCutting Height Adjustment Service After First 5 Hours Change Engine OILCheck Mower Blade Twin & Triple Blade DeckService Every 25 Operating Hours Check Mower Drive Belt 1. Footrest RemovalService Every 25 Operating Hours 3.3.1. Engine Mower ComponentsYard Cruiser Lubrication Front Wheel BearingsService Annually Storage OUT of SeasonMower Drive Belt Adjustment Belt ReplacementBelt Removal Blade Brake Hairpin Lift ARM Front or Rear View of Deck Twin Blade Deck Single Blade DeckDeck Shown Wheel Brake Adjustment Mower Blade Replacement 4.3.1. Blade Wear Limits Blade ReplacementBlade Sharpening Battery Battery Removal Battery ServiceBattery Storage Battery Condition Chart Battery TestingTroubleshooting Problem Probable Cause Corrective ActionMAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts Loss Of TractionService Performed Each USE HRS SeasonYear Limited Warranty Disclaimer of WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Snapper Product Registration Form Yard Cruiser Hydro Drive Series

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