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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. 

 

4.3.9.  MOWER DECK TIMING ROD  
The mower deck timing rod is pre-adjusted at the 
factory.  It is set to maintain the deck in the same 
attitude through all heights of cut. If the timing rod 
requires adjustment, contact an authorized SNAPPER 
dealer for service. 

 

4.3.10.  WHEEL BRAKE ADJUSTMENT  
Adjust the wheel brake if wheels turn when parking 
brake is engaged. Adjust the wheel brake by turning 
wheel brake adjusting nut clockwise to increase 
braking action or counter clockwise to decrease 
braking action. See Figure 4.11. 

 

FIGURE 4.11 

 
4.4  MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT 

4.4.1.  BLADE WEAR LIMITS 
1.  
Inspect blade frequently for signs of excessive wear 
or damage. See Figure 4.12. 
 
4.4.2. BLADE 

SHARPENING 

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. Refer 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. 
5.  Remove blade(s).  See Figure 4.14. 
6.  Inspect condition of blade.  See Figure 4.12. 
7.  Check blade balance after sharpening. If 

necessary, correct blade balance by grinding the heavy 
end of blade. 

 

 

FIGURE 4.12 

 

8.  If blade is in good condition, sharpen at 22 to 28 
degrees. DO NOT sharpen beyond existing cutting 
edge.  See Figure 4.13. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

FIGURE 4.13 

 

9. Reinstall blade. See Figure 4.14. Torque blade 
mounting bolts to recommended range of: 
33” Deck - 30 to 40 ft. lbs.  
 

 

 
 

FIGURE 4.14 

 
 
 
 

UNDERSIDE VIEW OF MACHINE 

ADJUST 
COUNTER- 
CLOCKWISE TO 
DECREASE 
BRAKE 

ADJUST 
CLOCKWISE 
TO INCREASE 
BRAKE 

WHEEL BRAKE 
ROD 

ELECTRIC 
CLUTCH 

NEW BLADE 

WEAR LIMIT 
(NOTCH STARTS) 

DANGEROUS CONDITION! 
DO NOT USE ON MOWER! 
REPLACE WITH NEW BLADE. 

DO NOT SHARPEN 
BEYOND ORIGINAL 
CUTTING EDGE 

BLADE TIP 

ORIGINAL CUTTING EDGE 

22º TO 28º 

REINSTALL MOUNTING 
BOLTS TO SECURE 
BLADE 

Содержание EYZ15334BVE

Страница 1: ...33 Cutting Deck 4 Series Designation B Briggs Engine V Over Head Valve E Electric Start Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product Before operating your YARD CRUISER read this manual carefully and pay pa...

Страница 2: ...DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 15 degrees 27 grade 2 Exercise EXTREME CAUTION on slopes above 10 degrees 18 grade Turn blades OFF when traveling uphill Use a slow speed and avoid sudden o...

Страница 3: ...irectional changes OPERATION Continued From Previous Column 14 Exercise CAUTION when pulling loads Limit loads to those you can safely control and attach loads to hitch plate as specified with SNAPPER...

Страница 4: ...t Shaft Lubrication 14 Parking Brake Pivot Bushings Lubrication 14 Service Annually 15 Engine 15 Air Filter 15 Oil Filter 15 Engine Oil 15 Transaxle 15 Fuel Filter 15 Storage Out of Season 15 SECTION...

Страница 5: ...essential parts of the SNAPPER YARD CRUISER It is recommended that all operators of this equipment become thoroughly familiar with the controls components and operation of this machine before operati...

Страница 6: ...chine If any operator has difficulty in understanding certain symbols incorporated in the decals an authorized SNAPPER dealer should be contacted for explanation READ MANUAL 2 8700 EUROPEAN NOISE CONT...

Страница 7: ...ment FIGURE 2 2 2 1 5 Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and engine of any accumulation of dirt grass oil etc Keep engine air intake screen and cooling fins clear at all times 2 1 6 Add fuel to t...

Страница 8: ...gaged and the blade switch is in the OFF position 2 2 2 OPERATION Be seated on the YARD CRUISER before attempting to start the engine with the key switch 1 Make certain the blade switch is in the OFF...

Страница 9: ...Stop motion of riding mower by moving joystick to neutral N position See to Figure 2 8 2 3 3 MOWER BLADE 1 Push the blade switch in to OFF position to disengage or stop the mower blades See Figure 2...

Страница 10: ...handle only it is not necessary to pull up on the release lever at the same time Use the release lever when moving deck cutting height to a lower cutting position 1 Grasp both handles together to dise...

Страница 11: ...hing in and rotating clockwise to close Wipe up any oil that may have spilled Dispose of drained oil properly See Figure 3 1 7 Change oil filter at every oil change Refer to your engine owner s manual...

Страница 12: ...r 3 2 4 CHECK TRANSAXLE DRIVE BELTS 1 Checking Transaxle Belt Tension The transaxle drive belts require no adjustment If belts are frayed slit severed or belt strands exposed replace belt before opera...

Страница 13: ...ent 2 Mower Drive Belt Check belt for proper tension No adjustment required Replace belt as needed 3 Mower Blade Check blade for sharpness wear damage and torque Refer to Section MOWER BLADE REPLACEME...

Страница 14: ...moved to lubricate the pivot shaft The access hole is at the rear of the front structure underneath frame cover a The pivot shaft grease fitting can be accessed through a hole at the rear of the front...

Страница 15: ...o the nearest authorized Snapper dealer for service 3 4 6 Fuel Filter Service fuel filter as instructed below Turn key to OFF position Engine MUST be stopped and MUST be cold before removing filter Tu...

Страница 16: ...th safety blocks 3 Turn key to start position and start machine Move engine speed control to FAST position 4 Disengage parking brake Both rear wheels should not have any movement not rotating If wheel...

Страница 17: ...mower drive belt Replace belt if signs of excessive wear and or damage are present 4 3 3 BELT REMOVAL 1 Remove footrest Refer to Section FOOT REST REMOVAL 2 Remove old belt 4 3 4 BELT REPLACEMENT 1 Ro...

Страница 18: ...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 st...

Страница 19: ...ntinue to the next page for adjustment See Figure 4 8 FIGURE 4 8 6 Loosen the shoulder bolt that retains the eccentric 7 Turn eccentric UP or DOWN as required until blade tips are within 1 8 of the sa...

Страница 20: ...gns of excessive wear or damage See Figure 4 12 4 4 2 BLADE SHARPENING 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 unt...

Страница 21: ...battery Refer to Section BATTERY REMOVAL 2 Place battery in a well ventilated area on a level surface 3 Using distilled water refill cells as required to cover cell plates of which can also be visual...

Страница 22: ...tate 4 With cell caps removed connect battery charger to battery terminals RED to positive and BLACK to negative terminal WARNING DO NOT OVERFILL DO NOT attempt to charge battery while installed on th...

Страница 23: ...gaged 2 Engage park brake 3 Fuel tank empty or fuel shut off valve closed 3 Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel open fuel valve 4 Engine needs choking 4 Move choke control to CHOKE position 5 Blown Fuse 5...

Страница 24: ...sure 1 Bring to proper pressure Improperly 2 Cutting height too low or high 2 Adjust cutting height 3 Engine speed too slow 3 Move engine speed control to FAST position 4 Forward speed too fast 4 Move...

Страница 25: ...7 X X Drive Belts Check For Wear And Tension Page 16 17 X X X Mower Blades Check For Wear Damage Replacement Pages 20 21 X Mower Deck Clean Debris Accumulation Page 13 X Mower Deck Clean Outside and U...

Страница 26: ...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...

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Страница 31: ...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 2002 SNAPPE...

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