Snapper YZ16424BVE, YZ20484BVE Yard Cruiser Lubrication, Front Wheel Bearings

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Section 3 - MAINTENANCE

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.

5.Mower Blade Spindle - Lubrication

b. 42” Deck spindle assemblies are equipped with a grease fitting located underneath the deck. Lubricate spindle bearings with three shots of general purpose grease from grease gun.

6.Mower Deck Linkage - Lubrication

Lubricate all mower deck linkage pivot points with a light coat of motor oil.

3.3.3.YARD CRUISER - LUBRICATION

1.Front Wheel Bearings

Lubricate front wheel bearings with five shots of general purpose grease from grease gun. See Figure 3.7.

LUBRICATE FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS

FIGURE 3.7

2. Front Caster Wheel Pivot Shaft

The front frame cover will not have to be removed to lubricate the pivot shaft. The access hole is at the rear of the front structure underneath frame cover.

a.The pivot shaft grease fitting can be accessed through a hole at the rear of the front structure. Lubricate pivot shaft with three shots of general purpose grease from grease gun. See Figure 3.8.

FRONT STRUCTURE

ACCESS HOLE

LUBRICATE PIVOT

SHAFTS

FRONT COVER

IS REMOVED

FIGURE 3.8

3.Parking Brake Pivot Bushings

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.

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.Lubricate both pivot bushings with three shots general purpose grease from grease gun. See Figure 3.9

YARD CRUISER SHOWN WITH DECK

REMOVED. DECK REMOVAL NOT

NECESSARY FOR LUBRICATION.

LUBRICATE BOTH

PIVOT BUSHINGS

FIGURE 3.9

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Contents Yard Cruiser Important Safety Instructions Operation Table of Contents Nomenclature IntroductionPRE-START Check List Operating InstructionsStarting & Operation Engine Electric Start Stopping 2.3.1. Engine Mower BladeWheel Drive Parking BrakeCutting Height Adjustment Change Engine OIL Service After First 5 HoursCheck Mower Blade Twin & Triple Blade DeckCheck Mower Drive Belt 1. Footrest Removal Service Every 25 Operating HoursMower Components Service Every 25 Operating Hours 3.3.1. EngineFront Wheel Bearings Yard Cruiser LubricationStorage OUT of Season Service AnnuallyBelt Replacement Mower Drive Belt AdjustmentBelt Removal Blade Brake Hairpin Lift ARM Single Blade Deck Front or Rear View of Deck Twin Blade DeckDeck Shown Wheel Brake Adjustment Blade Replacement Mower Blade Replacement 4.3.1. Blade Wear LimitsBlade Sharpening Battery Service Battery Battery RemovalBattery Storage Battery Testing Battery Condition ChartProblem Probable Cause Corrective Action TroubleshootingLoss Of Traction MAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT PartsUSE HRS Season Service Performed EachDisclaimer of Warranty Year Limited WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Snapper Product Registration Form Yard Cruiser Hydro Drive Series

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