Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR
WARNING
Before attempting any adjustments or repairs, STOP the engine, remove the key, remove the spark plug wire(s) from the spark plug(s) and secure wire(s) away from plug(s).
4.1 ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR
Refer to the engine owner’s manual for those adjustments and/or repairs that can be made by the owner.
4.2MOWER DECK & COMPONENT ADJUSTMENTS The following mower deck and component adjustments and repairs can be made by the owner. However, if there is difficulty in achieving these adjustments and repairs, it is recommended that these repairs be made by an authorized SNAPPER dealer.
4.2.1. MOWER DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT
The 33”, 38”, 42” and 48”mower deck drive belts do not require any adjustment. If the belt does not drive blade properly, replace belt as needed. See Section on Belt Replacement. Belt routing shown on this page. See Figure 4.1.
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IDLERPULLEY
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48” DECK | PULLEY |
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4.2.2.MOWER DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT Inspect mower drive belt. Replace belt if signs of excessive wear and/or damage are present.
4.2.3.BELT REMOVAL
1.Remove foot rest.
2.Remove old belt.
4.2.4. BELT REPLACEMENT
1.Route new belt around electric clutch pulley. See Figure 4.2.
MOWER
BELTROUTE MOWER BELT AROUND ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY
ELECTRIC
CLUTCH
VIEW SHOWN FROM UNDERNEATH WITH DECK
REMOVED, DECK REMOVAL IS NOT NECESSARY
FOR MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT.
FIGURE 4.2
2.Route belt around stationary idler.
3.Remove spring that is connected to idler pulley. Loosen nut and bolt that secures idler pulley to idler arm. Route belt between belt guide and idler pulley.
4.Route belt onto spindle pulley. Make sure belt is inside spindle pulley belt guide.
5.Reinstall idler pulley spring. See Figure 4.3. NOTE: The idler belt guide should be positioned so the locator tab fits into the corresponding hole found on the idler arm. See Figure 4.3. Tighten bolt securely.
6.Reinstall front frame cover.
NOTE: FOR ALL BELT REPLACEMENT PARTS IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS SEE PAGE 22.
FIGURE 4.1
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