Snapper ZF2101DKU, Safety Instructions & Operator'S Manual

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Section 4 - MAINTENANCE
4.2.3. CHECK MOWER DRIVE BELT
1. Drive Belt Cover Removal
a. Lower deck to lowest setting.
b. Remove knobs that secure the deck
cover. See Figure 4.3.
c. Remove cover to gain access to deck belt.
FIGURE 4.3
2. Checking Belt Tension
The idler and spring provide proper belt tension
and require no adjustment. If belt is frayed, slit,
severed or belt strands exposed, replace belt
before operating mower.
4.3 AFTER EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS
4.3.1. ENGINE
1. Engine Oil
Change engine oil. Refer to Section “CHANGE
ENGINE OIL”. Refer to engine owner’s manual
for oil specifications.
2. Air Filter
Refer to engine owner’s manual for service
instructions.
3. Radiator - SEE WARNING
a. Clean radiator debris screen and cooling
fins thoroughly. Refer to engine owner’s
manual for service instructions.
b. Check coolant level in reserve tank.
4.3.2. MOWER COMPONENTS
1. Mower Drive Belt
No adjustment required. Replace belt as
needed.
2. Mower Blade
Check blade for sharpness, wear, damage, and
torque. Refer to Section “MOWER BLADE
REPLACEMENT”.
3. Mower Deck Levelness
Check mower deck for proper levelness. Adjust
as required. Refer to Section “MOWER DECK
ADJUSTMENT – LEVELNESS”.
4. Cleaning Mower Deck
a. Remove key from ignition switch.
b. Remove spark plug wire(s) and secure
away from spark plug(s). GAS ENGINE
ONLY.
c. Raise mower deck to its highest setting. It
may be necessary to raise mower deck
higher using a hydraulic floor jack. Secure
deck with safety blocks.
d. Clean underside of mower deck, removing
all accumulation of grass clippings and
debris.
e. Clean top of deck, removing all grass
clippings and debris.
5. Mower Blade Spindle - Lubrication
a. Remove four knobs that secure the deck
cover.
b. Remove cover to gain access to
lubrication fitting located on the top of deck
below deck pulleys. Lubricate with Kendall
NLGI No. 2 lithium grease or equivalent, from
a grease gun until grease purges from vent
located on spindle housing underneath deck.
See Figure 4.4.
FIGURE 4.4
6. Mower Deck Linkage - Lubrication
Lubricate all mower deck linkage pivot points
with a light coat of motor oil.
WARNING
DO NOT remove cap from radiator when engine and
coolant are hot. Coolant is pressurized. Severe
burns could result.
REMOVE
FOUR
KNOBS
REMOVE
DECK COVER
DECK PULLEYS
LUBRICATE
SPINDLE
ASSEMBLIES