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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or
service with the engine or blade running. STOP
blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. Remove
spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire
away from spark plug. Engine and components can
be extremely hot. Avoid burns by allowing engine
and components sufficient time to cool.
4.1 ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR
Refer to the engine owner's manual for those adjustments
and/or repairs that can be made by the owner.
4.2 MOWER DECK & COMPONENT ADJUSTMENTS
The following mower deck and component adjustments
and repairs can be made by the owner. However, if
there is difficulty in achieving these adjustments and
repairs, it is recommended that these repairs be made by
an authorized SNAPPER dealer.
4.2.1. MOWER DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT
The 42" and 48"mower deck drive belts do not
require any adjustment. If the belt does not drive
blade properly, replace belt as needed. See Section
"Belt Replacement". Belt routing shown on this
page. See Figure 4.1.
4.2.2. MOWER DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT
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PULL 42" DECKS
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STATIONARY
PULLEY
Inspect mower drive belt. Replace present,belt if signs of
excessive wear and/or damage are
4.2.3. BELT REMOVAL
1. Remove foot rest.
2. Remove old belt.
ELECTRIC
CLUTCH
48" DECK PULLEY
4.2.4. BELT REPLACEMENT
1. Route new belt around electric clutch pulley. See
Figure 4.2.
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.
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FIGURE 4.1
ELECTRIC
BELT AROUND
ELECTRIc cLuTcH PULLEY
ViEW SHOWN FROM UNDERNEATH WITH DECK
REMOVED, DECK REMOVAL IS NOT NECESSARY
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