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WARNING

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DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or service with engine and blade running. STOP engine and blade. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all components to cool.

Belt Service

On self-propelled mowers, the engine belt transmits power from the engine to the transmission that powers the rear wheels. Should the belt become worn, it could cause slip- page, which would impair mower performance. The condi- tion of the engine belt should be checked after every 25 hours of mower operation.

Engine Drive Belt Replacement

1.Empty the fuel tank.

2.Remove the blade (A, Figure 21). Refer to the Section entitled “Blade Sharpening”.

3.Remove the hardware (B) securing the two-piece belt cover beneath the deck. Remove the cover.

4.Remove the rear cover of the mower. Refer to the Section entitled “Rear Cover Removal & Installation”.

5.To replace the belt:

a.Remove the hardware (B, Figure 22) securing the belt guide (A) to the transmission assembly. Remove the belt guide.

b.Remove the belt from the transmission and engine pulleys, noting the belt routing.

c.Replace the belt.

d.Replace the belt guide onto the transmission.

6.Replace the covers and blade.

Note: Recommended blade torque is 40 ft. lbs.

 

 

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Figure 22: Removing the belt guide

 

 

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Figure 21: Removing the blade and belt cover

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Snapper 7800232, 7800195, 7800179, 7800231 specifications Belt Service, Engine Drive Belt Replacement

7800232, 7800179, 7800195, 7800231 specifications

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