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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 

 

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. 

 
4.3.6.  Replacement Of Bearing On Pulley End Of 
Hex Shaft 
To replace the bearing on the pulley end of the hex 
shaft, proceed as follows: 
1.  Hold the hex shaft with an adjustable wrench 
held next to the pulley. 
2.  Remove the 3/8” hex lock nut which is located at 
the end of the hex shaft on the outside of the right 
wheel bracket.  See Figure 4.14. 
3.  Remove holder, O-ring and bearing. 
4.  Install new bearing. 
5.  Carefully 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 4.14 

 
4.4 BELT 

SERVICE 

On self-propelled mowers, the engine belt transmits 
power from engine to drive disc. The drive disc powers 
the poly-v belt which engages the transmission that 
powers the rear wheels. Should these belts become 
worn, they could cause slippage which would impair 
mower performance. The condition of the engine belt 
and poly-v belt should be checked after every 25 
hours of mower operation. 
 
 

4.4.1.  Engine Drive Belt Replacement 
 

(Stretch Type Belts) 

1.  Empty the fuel tank. 
2. Note the belt routing in Figure 4.15. There is no 
idler pulley on these models to disconnect. See Figure 
4.15. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

TOP VIEW OF STRETCH TYPE BELT ROUTING 

 

FIGURE 4.15 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

BALL BEARING 

“O” RING 

3/8” 
LOCK 
NUT 

BALL 
BEARING 
HOLDER 

 

DRIVE DISC 

DRIVE BELT 

ENGINE DRIVE 
PULLEY 

Summary of Contents for EMRP216017B

Page 1: ...r M Middle Market R Recycling Model 17 Series Designation 21 21 Cutting Width B Briggs Engine Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product Before operating your Walk Behind read this manual carefully and pa...

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 grass 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: ...e Annually 10 Engine 10 Air Filter 10 Engine Oil 10 Storage Procedure 10 SECTION 4 ADJUSTMENTS AND REPAIR 11 17 Mower Blade Replacement 11 12 Blade Sharpening 11 12 Wheel Drive Control Adjustment 12 D...

Page 5: ...gure 1 1 shows the essential parts of the SNAPPER WALK BEHIND MOWERS It is recommended that all operators of the mower become thoroughly familiar with the controls parts and operation of the mower bef...

Page 6: ...efer 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 air intake screen and coolin...

Page 7: ...peed Move ground speed control to the desired speed position See Figure 2 5 2 Start engine Refer to Section Starting Operation 3 Move wheel drive control against handle to engage wheel drive and prope...

Page 8: ...cut up to a maximum of 1 3 of grass blade length and recycle ONLY when grass is dry 1 Set all wheels in the highest cutting position Notch 6 2 Move engine speed control to FAST Rabbit position 3 Move...

Page 9: ...Engine and components are HOT Avoid serious burns allow sufficient time for all components to cool 1 Refer to Engine Manual for proper oil specifications and procedures 2 For simplest cleanest oil ch...

Page 10: ...ore operating mower 3 2 5 CHECK TRANSMISSION POLY V BELT 1 Visually check poly v belt for cracking fraying severed or belt strands exposed If worn or damaged replace belt before operating mower FIGURE...

Page 11: ...ance or has cracks or notch 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 REPLACE...

Page 12: ...arance 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 and r...

Page 13: ...ausing 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...

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: ...Non Commercial Models IMPORTANT The bearing on these M series Non Commercial machines is staked into the thrust plate The bearing will have to be driven out with a mallet and a large punch A new bear...

Page 16: ...earing 5 Carefully 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 14 4 4 BELT SERVICE On self propelled mowe...

Page 17: ...16 6 Remove the belt cover located under deck 7 Lift the drive disc up and remove worn belt 8 Loop one end of new belt over engine pulley and insert the other end through slot in deck See Figure 4 15...

Page 18: ...ed transmission 1 Contact authorized SNAPPER dealer Loss Of Traction 2 Engine drive belt broken requires replacement 2 Replace engine drive belt 3 Engine drive belt has jumped off of the pulley 3 Rein...

Page 19: ...Grease Level Pages 9 10 X X Periodic Grease Check Pages 10 X Drive Disc Check for Wear Damage Replacement Page 12 15 X Change oil every 25 hours when operating under heavy load or high temperatures C...

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: ...23 NOTES...

Page 24: ...hments If 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 COPYRIGH...

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