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Section 4 - REPAIR & ADJUSTMENTS 

 

WARNING 

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. 

 
4.3.4.  Replacing Driven Disc Rubber Ring 
 

(Continued From Previous Page) 

2. Using needle nose pliers, unhook the drive 
spring and slide the driven disc assembly off the hex 
shaft. See Figure 4.12. 
3.  Remove the five machine screws and plate 
which secure the rubber ring to the driven disc hub.  
See Figure 4.13. 
4.  Install new rubber ring.  
5.  Reverse above procedures for reassembly and 
installation. 

 

 

FIGURE 4.12 

 

 

 

FIGURE 4.13 

 

 

4.3.5.  Replacing Bearing In Driven Disc Assembly 
If the driven disc bearing fails, remove the driven 
disc assembly and replace bearing as follows: 
1.  Using a small flat blade screwdriver, free the clip 
from the transfer rod. Then remove the transfer rod 
from the clip and the speed control rod. See Figure 
4.11. 
2.  Using needle nose pliers, unhook the drive spring 
and slide the driven disc assembly off the hex shaft. 
See Figure 4.12. 
3.  Remove snap ring that secures driven disc hub 
to thrust plate. See Figure 4.14. 

 

 

 

FIGURE 4.14 

 

4.  Slide the hub assembly out of the bearing. 
5.  Remove the four screws. 
6.  Remove bearing and replace with new bearing. 
7.  Reassemble components in reverse order. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

SHIM 
WASHER 

SNAP 
RING 

THRUST 
PLATE 

BEARING 

REMOVE FOUR 
MACHINE SCREWS 

DRIVEN DISC 
PLATE 

DRIVEN 
DISC HUB 

RUBBER 
DISC 

DRIVE DISC 
ASSEMBLY 

MACHINE 
SCREWS 

DRIVEN DISC HUB 

RUBBER 
RING 

PLATE 

Summary of Contents for EFRP216516BV

Page 1: ...f Propelled Model B Briggs Stratton Engine 21 21 Cutting Width V Over Head Valve Engine 65 6 5 HP Engine Horse Power Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product Before operating your Walk Behind read this...

Page 2: ...extreme CAUTION when changing directions on slopes DO NOT mow steep slopes or other areas where stability or traction is in doubt 3 Use extra care with crass catchers or other attachments these affect...

Page 3: ...rate engine in enclosed areas Engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide a deadly poison MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 1 DO NOT store mower or fuel container inside where fumes may reach an open flame spa...

Page 4: ...0 Check Transmission Poly V Belt 10 Service Annually 10 Engine 10 Air Filter 10 Engine Oil 10 Storage Procedure 10 SECTION 4 ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIR 11 17 Mower Blade Replacement Standard Ninja 11 12 B...

Page 5: ...mower become thoroughly familiar with the controls parts and operation of the mower before operating Specific details involving the engine are found in the separate engine owner s manual Study these...

Page 6: ...tightened after refueling Refer to Engine Owners Manual for specifications 2 1 6 Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and engine of any accumulation of spilled fuel dirt grass oil etc Keep engine a...

Page 7: ...e up or down until the desired position is achieved 3 Tighten the lower nuts on each lower handle to maintain desired position WARNING STOP engine and mower blade by releasing the blade control before...

Page 8: ...when using a grass bag The baffle should be secured in the highest position when mulching grass NOTE Under certain conditions when mulching some grass may blow out from under front of baffle This is n...

Page 9: ...ne Manual for proper oil specifications and procedures 2 For simplest cleanest oil change loosen lower handle wing nuts and stand mower up on lower handle as shown in Figure 3 1 Drain oil through dips...

Page 10: ...cracking fraying severed or belt strands exposed If worn or damaged replace belt before operating mower FIGURE 3 4 3 3 SERVICE ANNUALLY Perform all maintenance as described in the Service Schedule sec...

Page 11: ...ch in either tip See Figure 4 1 4 2 Replace with new blade WARNING DO NOT use a cutting blade that shows signs of excessive wear or damage Refer to Section MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT for proper blade ins...

Page 12: ...clearance between the inside of the spring hook and the inside of the clutch cable eye with the wheel drive control released See Figure 4 5 FIGURE 4 5 2 To adjust unhook upper spring from cable eye a...

Page 13: ...slippage clean discs as follows 1 Wipe away any oil or grease with a clean cloth 2 Use either an approved grease solvent or hot soapy water to clean drive disc or driven disc 3 Rinse components with c...

Page 14: ...e connector hex nut securely See Figure 4 10 Move ground speed control to the first speed position then back to the sixth speed position Recheck the 1 8 measurement described previously Reinstall driv...

Page 15: ...ion FIGURE 4 12 FIGURE 4 13 4 3 5 Replacing Bearing In Driven Disc Assembly If the driven disc bearing fails remove the driven disc assembly and replace bearing as follows 1 Using a small flat blade s...

Page 16: ...ully install new O ring over the outside of the new bearing 6 Install bearing holder and secure with screws 7 Install 3 8 hex lock nut FIGURE 4 15 4 4 BELT SERVICE On self propelled mowers the engine...

Page 17: ...one end of new belt over engine pulley and insert the other end through slot in deck See Figure 4 16 PULLEY POSITION FIGURE 4 17 9 Loop the belt around the pulley on the bottom of the drive disc 10 Re...

Page 18: ...ed 3 Replace air lifts Tighten to proper torque 4 Lumpy or frayed belt 4 Replace belt 5 Bent Idler pulley 5 Replace pulley Mower Will Not Move 1 Damaged transmission 1 Contact authorized SNAPPER deale...

Page 19: ...riven Disc Check for Wear Damage Page 12 X Disc Adjustment Page 13 X Disc Replacement Page 14 15 Bearing Replacement Page 15 Drive Belts Check For Wear And Tension Page 16 17 X X X Change oil every 25...

Page 20: ...ne air filter To service the filter read and follow the engine operating and maintenance instructions 6 THROTTLE CONTROL Indicates direction to increase engine RPM Hare decrease engine RPM Tortoise an...

Page 21: ...f the traction control lever Moving the lever toward the handle engages the traction clutch and forward motion starts When the lever is released the clutch disengages and forward motion stops 10 SHIFT...

Page 22: ...ginal purchase date SNAPPER will not be responsible for any installation cost incurred The battery warranty only covers original equipment batteries and does not cover damage to the battery or machine...

Page 23: ...____________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________...

Page 24: ...f you have any questions about your Snapper product contact your local authorized Snapper dealer or contact Snapper Customer Service at Snapper McDonough GA 30253 Phone 1 800 935 2967 COPYRIGHT 2000 S...

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