Snapper ZMT2500KH, ZM5201M, ZM6101M Blade Sharpening, Mower Drive Belt Replacement, Belt Removal

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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR

4.5.2.BLADE SHARPENING

1. Remove blade. See Figure 4.5.

BLADE

BLADE MOUNTING

BOLT

BEVELED WASHER

FIGURE 4.5

2.Inspect condition of blade. See Figure 4.4.

3.If blade is in good condition, sharpen at 22 to 28 degrees. DO NOT sharpen beyond original cutting edge. See Figure 4.6.

BLADE

22º TO 28º

ORIGINAL CUTTING EDGE

FIGURE 4.6

4.Check blade balance after sharpening. If necessary, correct blade balance by grinding the heavy end of blade.

IMPORTANT: Blade balancing should be performed by a qualified dealer.

5.Reinstall blade. See Figure 4.5. Torque blade mounting bolts to recommended range of 70 to 80 ft. lbs.

4.6 MOWER DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT

Inspect mower drive belt. Replace belt if it shows signs of excessive wear, damage and/or is broken.

4.6.1. BELT REMOVAL

1.Remove power unit foot rest.

2.Remove old belt.

4.6.2. BELT REPLACEMENT

1.Route belt around blade pulleys and idler pulley in same the position as old belt was removed. It may be necessary to use a pry bar to pull idler pulley back to install belt. See Figure 4.7.

2.Reinstall power unit foot rest.

FRONT OF

DECK

BELT

ROUTING

FIGURE 4.7

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Contents Model Number Explanation Mower UnitProtection for Children Protection Against TipoversPreparation Maintenance OperationMount and dismount machine from left side Table of Contents Introduction NomenclatureOperating Instructions PRE-START Check ListStopping Engine Starting & Stopping ENGINE, BLADES, Parking BrakeStarting Engine Starting Mower BladesParking Brake Cutting Height Adjustment OPERATION- Motion Controls 2.4.1. Driving MachineStopping Machine Service After First 5 Hours Change Engine OILCheck Mower Blade After Every 25 Operating Hours 3.3.1. Engine Other Lubrication Points Before Operating MachineAnnually END of Each Season Annually END of Each Season from previous Fuel FilterDeck Removal Power Transfer Shaft Removal Deck Removal from previousNeutral Position Adjustments Side to Side LevelMower Deck Adjustment Levelness Front to Rear LevelParking Brake Adjustment Engine Adjustments & RepairMower Blade Replacement 4.5.1. Blade Wear Limits Blade Sharpening Mower Drive Belt ReplacementBelt Replacement Belt RemovalBattery Battery Removal Battery InstallationBattery Service Battery Testing NEW Battery Preparation 1. Remove battery from cartonDo not Overfill Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action Trouble Shooting on NextTractor Will Not Move MAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts MAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT Parts Mower DeckService Performed Each 100Year Limited Warranty Disclaimer of WarrantyPrimary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Primary Maintenance Page Page Page MID Mount Z-RIDER Zero Turning Hydro Drive Series