Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. 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.
WARNING
DO NOT use machine if blade brake does not function properly.
4.6.BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
The blade should come to a complete stop in 3 seconds or less after releasing the blade control. If the blade continues to rotate after 3 seconds perform the following adjustment.
1.Remove spindle cover.
2.Rotate blade brake eye bolt nut one full turn CLOCKWISE to increase brake tension. See Figure
3.Recheck blade stop time. If blade continues to rotate after 3 seconds turn eye bolt nut an additional one full turn CLOCKWISE.
4.Recheck blade stop time. If still over 3 seconds— DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE. Contact an authorized Snapper dealer for assistance.
5.Reinstall deck cover.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT turn eye bolt nut more than two turns. Over tightening brake can cause damage to other components and improper function of blade belt drive.
BLADE
BRAKE
ROTATE NUT: CLOCKWISE TO
BLADE BRAKE INCREASE BRAKE TENSION
EYEBOLT
FIGURE 4.13
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