Wheel Brake Adjustment; Mower Blade Replacement - Snapper 421620BVE Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

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 REAR ENGINE RIDER DRIVE COMPONENTS

4.3.2. WHEEL BRAKE ADJUSTMENT

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IMPORTANT: If the Rear Engine Rider will be on its rear
bumper for longer than two hours, remove the battery.
Refer to Section "BATTERY REMOVAL".
5. Measure the
clutch/brake cable
Measurement should be no less than 1/2" and no
greater than 3/4". See inset, Figure 4.9.
CHAIN
CASE
CLUTCH
YOKE
FIGURE 4.9
6. If measurement is less than 1/2" or greater than
3/4", loosen the two jam-nuts (shown in Figure 4.10)
holding the clutch/brake cable to the chain case
bracket.
7. Adjust cable up or down using the jam-nuts to
obtain a distance of 1/2" to 3/4" between end of
clutch/brake cable and bottom of housing. See Figure
4.9.
8. After adjustment is complete, securely tighten cable
jam-nuts.
distance between end
and bottom of housing.
HOUSING
COTTER PIN
BRAKE CABLE
LOOSEN JAM
NUTS
of

4.4 MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT

4.4.1. BLADE WEAR LIMITS
1. Inspect blade frequently for signs of excessive
wear or damage. See Figure 4.11.
NEW BLADE
Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe
injuries. Wear heavy leather gloves when working on or
handling blades. DO NOT use blades that show signs
of wear or damage.
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CHAIN CASE
FIGURE 4.10
WEAR LIMIT
(NOTCH STARTS)
DANGEROUS CONDITION!
DO NOT USE ON MOWER!
REPLACE WITH NEW
BLADE.
FIGURE 4.11
WARNING