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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance,
service or repairs with the engine running. Stop engine.
Stop blade. Engage parking brake. Remove key.
Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure
away from plug. Engine and components are HOT.
Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before
working on machine. Fuel Filler Cap and Vent must be
closed securely to prevent fuel spillage.
4.3.4. BELT REPLACEMENT
(Continued From Previous)
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 4.4.
NOTE: The idler belt guide should be positioned so
the locator tab fits into the corresponding hole found
on the idler arm. See Figure 4.4. Tighten bolt
securely.
6. Reinstall front frame cover.
BELT REPLACEMENTS
Engine to Hydro Pumps (All Models) Part No. 4-1823
Engine to Electric Clutch (All Models) Part No. 2-9117
Electric Clutch to Mower (33” Decks) Part No. 3-5389
Electric Clutch to Mower (38” Decks) Part No. 2-9308
FIGURE 4.4
4.3.5. BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
The SNAPPER YARD CRUISER is equipped with
an electric clutch/brake that should stop blade
rotation in 5 seconds or less after being turned off.
If blades continue to rotate longer than 5 seconds,
adjustment or replacement is required. When
properly adjusted, a .010” to .012” feeler gauge will
fit thru the three inspection slots located on the side
of the clutch as shown. See Figure 4.5. Excessive
clearance can adversely affect the function of the
clutch and produce blade stop times over 5
seconds. To adjust, turn the three adjusting nuts
clockwise to reduce clearance. The clearance at
each of the three slots must be set the same.
FIGURE 4.5
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 adjusted or
repaired and is functioning properly. Contact your
SNAPPER dealer for assistance.
4.3.6. ADJUSTING MOWER BLADE
The straightness of the mower blade(s) is essential
for smooth, even mowing. Adjust blade straightness
as follows. NOTE: Follow Steps 1 thru 4 for all
deck sizes.
1. Make sure fuel cap is on tight. Turn fuel shut off
valve (If equipped) to the “CLOSED” position. Start
engine and allow it to run until engine runs out of
fuel. Close vent on fuel filler cap. See Figure 2.3.
2. Remove key from ignition switch.
3. Remove spark plug wire(s) and secure away
from spark plug(s).
4.
Carefully stand YARD CRUISER on rear
bumper.
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IDLER ARM AND BELT
GUIDE DETAIL
TAB MUST GO
INTO HOLE
LOCATOR
TAB
BELT
GUIDE
MOWER
BELT
STATIONARY
PULLEY
BELT
GUIDE
IDLER
ARM
ADJUSTING
NUT (3)
INSPECTION
SLOT (3)
.010” TO .012”
FEELER