Section 3 - MAINTENANCE
3.1 INTRODUCTION
To retain the quality of the Tractor, use genuine
SNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact a local
SNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. For
the correct part or information for a particular Tractor,
always mention themodel andsenal number. SNAPPER
recommends returning the Tractor to an authorized
SNAPPER dealer annually for inspection and addition
of any new devices, which might upgrade the safety of
the Tractor. Forthe nearest SNAPPER dealer in your
area, check the yellow pages under the heading LAWN
MOWERS. For engine parts and service, look for the
engine manufacturer's dealers under the heading,
ENGINES - gasoline.
3.2 SERVICE - AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS
4. Check blade for straightness. Refer to Section
"ADJUSTING MOWER BLADE".
5. Check torque of blade mounting bolts. Torque to:
42" deck - 30 to 40 ft Ibs. See Figure 3.2.
48" deck - 70 to 80 ft Ibs.
OIL
FILLER
-- TUBE
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service
with the engine or blades running. STOP blades. STOP
engine, Set brake.Remove key. Remove spark plug wire
from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug.
Engineand components can be extremely hot. Avoid bums
byallowing engine and components sufficient time to cool,
3.2.1. CHANGE ENGINE OIL
The engine is equipped with a Fastex TM oil drain.
1. Rotate drain body counterclockwise and pull out to
open drain. See Figure 3.1.
2. Drainoil into a 2 quart container placed beneath end
ofoil drain.
3. After all oil has drained, push drain body "IN" and
rotate clockwise to close.
4, Fillengine with new motor oil as specified in engine
owner's manual.
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 inthe operator's seat.
3.2,2, CHECK BLADE BRAKE
1. Check blade brake for proper function. Blades
should stop rotating in5 seconds or less after pushing the
blade switch "IN" to the OFF disengaged position.
2. Ifblades continue to rotate longer than 5 seconds do
not operate machine. Contact your SNAPPER dealer for
assistance.
3.2,3. CHECK MOWER BLADES
1. Remove deck from tractor.
2. Carefully position deck to access blade.
3. Check blade for sharpness, wear and damage.
Refer to Section "BLADE WEAR LIMFS'.
FASTEX TM
OIL DRAIN
ROTATE COUNTER-
CLOCKWISE AND PULL
OUT TO OPEN.
PUSH IN AND ROTATE
CLOCKWISE TO CLOSE.
FIGURE 3.1
TORQUE TO
30 TO 40 FT.LBS.
FIGURE 3.2
WARNING
Blades must stop rotating in 5 seconds or less after
blades have been turned off, DO NOT operate machine
until blade brake has been repaired and functionin(
properly. Contact your SNAPPER dealer for assistance.
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