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Section 3 – MAINTENANCE3.1 INTRODUCTIONTo retain the quality of the Tractor, use genuineSNAPPER replacement parts only. Contact a localSNAPPER dealer for parts and service assistance. Forthe correct part or information for a particular Tractor,always mention the model and serial number. SNAPPERrecommends returning the Tractor to an authorizedSNAPPER dealer annually for inspection and additionof any new devices, which might upgrade the safety ofthe Tractor. For the nearest SNAPPER dealer in yourarea, check the yellow pages under the heading LAWNMOWERS. For engine parts and service, look for theengine manufacturer’s dealers under the heading,ENGINES - gasoline.4. Check blade for straightness. Refer to Section“ADJUSTING MOWER BLADE”.5. Check torque of blade mounting bolts. Torque to:42" deck - 30 to 40 ft lbs. See Figure 3.2.48" deck - 70 to 80 ft lbs.OILFILLERTUBE3.2 SERVICE - AFTER FIRST 5 HOURSWARNINGDO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or servicewith the engine or blades running. STOP blades. STOPengine. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wirefrom spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug.Engine and components can be extremely hot. Avoid burnsby allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool.3.2.1. CHANGE ENGINE OILThe engine is equipped with a Fastex oil drain.1. Rotate drain body counterclockwise and pull out toopen drain. See Figure 3.1.2. Drain oil into a 2 quart container placed beneath endof oil drain.3. After all oil has drained, push drain body "IN" androtate clockwise to close.4. Fill engine with new motor oil as specified in engineowner's manual.WARNINGThe following procedure requires the engine and bladesto be operated. Exercise extreme caution. Clear area ofloose parts & tools first. Only operate blades whenseated in the operator’s seat.ROTATE COUNTER-CLOCKWISE AND PULLOUT TO OPEN.PUSH IN AND ROTATECLOCKWISE TO CLOSE.FIGURE 3.1TORQUE TO30 TO 40 FT.LBS.FASTEXOIL DRAIN3.2.2. CHECK BLADE BRAKE1. Check blade brake for proper function. Bladesshould stop rotating in 5 seconds or less after pushing theblade switch “IN” to the OFF disengaged position.2. If blades continue to rotate longer than 5 seconds donot operate machine. Contact your SNAPPER dealer forassistance.3.2.3. CHECK MOWER BLADES1. Remove deck from tractor.2. Carefully position deck to access blade.3. Check blade for sharpness, wear and damage.Refer to Section “BLADE WEAR LIMITS”.FIGURE 3.242” DECK SHOWNWARNINGBlades must stop rotating in 5 seconds or less afterblades have been turned off. DO NOT operate machineuntil blade brake has been repaired and functioningproperly. Contact your SNAPPER dealer for assistance.12
Section 3 - MAINTENANCE3.2.4. CHECK DECK DRIVE BELT1. The idler and spring provide proper belt tension andrequire no adjustment. If belt is frayed, slit, severed orbelt strands exposed, replace belt before operatingmower.3.3 SEVICE - EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS3.3.1. CHECK ENGINE1. Change engine oil. Refer to Section “CHANGEENGINE OIL”. Refer to engine owner's manual for oilspecification.2. Remove and clean engine air pre-cleaner. SeeFigure 3.4. Refer to engine owner's manual forcleaning instructions.3. Remove and replace engine air cleaner. Refer toengine owner's manual for service instructions.SINGLE CYLINDER ENGINE TYPEAIR CLEANER BASECOVER RETAININGKNOBAIR CLEANER COVERELEMENT RETAINING KNOBCARTRIDGE ELEMENTPRE-CLEANERRETAINING STUDAIR CLEANER BASE3.3.2. MOWER COMPONENTS1. Check deck drive belt for proper tension. Referto Section, “CHECK DECK DRIVE BELT”.2. Check blades for sharpness, wear, damage andtorque. Refer to Section on “MOWER BLADESERVICE”.3. Check mower deck for proper levelness. Referto Section “MOWER DECK ADJUSTMENT -LEVELNESS”.4. Clean mower deck.a. Remove key from ignition switch.b. Remove deck.c. Clean underside of mower deck, removing allaccumulation of grass clippings and debris.d. Clean top of deck, removing all grass clippingsand debris.5. Lubricate spindles with 1 to 3 shots of generalpurpose grease from grease gun.IMPORTANT - 48” DECK ONLY:Spindles on 48” deck must be kept filled withgrease. Apply grease from grease gun untilgrease purges from vent located underneathdeck on spindle housing.6. Lubricate all mower deck linkage pivot pointswith a light coat of motor oil.3.3.3. CHECK BLADE BRAKE1. Refer to Section “CHECK BLADE BRAKE”.3.3.4. TRACTOR LUBRICATION1. Front Wheel BearingsLubricate each front wheel bearing through thegrease fitting on wheel hub. Using general purposegrease in a grease gun, add grease until greasepurges from bearing. See Figure 3.5.CARTRIDGE ELEMENTPRE-CLEANERRETAINING KNOBRETAINING PLATEAXLE SPINDLELUBRICATIONFITTINGAIR CLEANER COVERTWIN CYLINDER ENGINE TYPEFIGURE 3.4COVER RETAINING CLIPSFRONT WHEELBEARING LUBRICATIONFITTINGFIGURE 3.52. Axle SpindlesLubricate each axle spindle with 1 to 3 shots ofgeneral purpose grease. See Figure 3.5.(Continued On Next Page)13
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