Section 3 - MAINTENANCE

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.

3.2 SERVICE - AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS 3.2.4. CHECK BLADE DRIVE BELT

The blade drive consists of a single belt from the engine to the deck. Inspect for signs of deterioration and proper tension.

1.Lower deck to lowest setting.

2.Remove four self-tapping screws, two on each side of mower drive belt cover. See Figure 3.3.

3.Slide cover back and rotate out.

REMOVE FOUR

SCREWS TO REMOVE

COVER

FIGURE 3.3

4.With engine “OFF” and deck in 3rd height of cut position, move blade lever back to the “ON” position and depress blade pedals.

5.Measure the belt spacing at idler pulley. See Figure 3.4. The belt spacing should be 1 1/4” but no less 1”. If the measurement is less than 1”, the belt tension should be adjusted. Refer to Section “BLADE DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT”.

WARNING

The following procedure requires the engine and blades to be operated. Exercise extreme caution. Clear area of loose parts & tools first. Only operate blades when seated in the operator’s seat.

ENGINE

PULLEY

BELT SPACING SHOULD BE 1-1/4”

IDLER

PULLEY

MOWER

DECK

PULLEY

FIGURE 3.4

3.2.5.BLADE BRAKE

1.Check blade brake for proper function. Blade should stop rotating in 3 seconds or less after moving the blade control lever to the “OFF” position or after releasing the blade pedals.

WARNING

Blades must stop rotating in 3 seconds or less after the blade has been turned off. DO NOT operate machine until blade brake has been adjusted and functioning properly.

2.If the blade continues to rotate longer than 3 seconds do not operate machine. Refer to Section “BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT” or contact your SNAPPER dealer for assistance.

3.2.6.SERVICE BRAKE / PARK BRAKE

1.Check machine brake for proper function. Engage park brake. Push machine. Rear tires should skid. Drive machine forward and apply brake. Machine should come to a complete stop in less than 5 ft.

2.If brakes are not functioning properly brake adjustment must be completed before operating machine. Refer to Section “SERVICE BRAKE –

PARK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT”.

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Snapper EM250821BE, EM281021BE Service After First 5 Hours 3.2.4. Check Blade Drive Belt, Blade Brake

EM250821BE, EM281021BE specifications

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