Mower Deck Timing Rod; Wheel Brake Adjustment; Mower Blade Replacement; Blade Wear Limits - Snapper EYZ16335BVE 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.
4.3.9.

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,
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.
ADJUST
COUNTER-
CLOCKWISE TO
DECREASE
BRAKE
ADJUST
CLOCKWISE
TO INCREASE
BRAKE
ELECTRIC
CLUTCH
WHEEL BRAKE
ROD
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. Close vent on fuel cap and make sure cap is
tight. Close fuel valve in fuel line. Start engine and
allow it to run until engine runs out of fuel.
2. Remove key from ignition switch.
3. Remove spark plug wire(s) and secure away from
spark plug(s).
4. Carefully stand SCRAMBLER on rear bumper.
5. Remove blade(s). See Figure 4.14.
6. Inspect condition of blade. See Figure 4.12.
7. Check blade
necessary, correct blade balance by grinding the
heavy end of blade.
contact an authorized
UNDERSIDE VIEW OF MACHINE
balance after sharpening.
NEW BLADE
8. If blade is in good condition, sharpen at 22 to 28
degrees. DO NOT sharpen beyond existing cutting
edge. See Figure 4.13.
DO NOT SHARPEN
BEYOND ORIGINAL
CUTTING EDGE
9. Reinstall blade. See Figure 4.14. Torque blade
mounting bolts to recommended range of:
33" Deck - 30 to 40 ft. lbs.
If
21
WEAR LIMIT
(NOTCH STARTS)
DANGEROUS CONDITION!
DO NOT USE ON MOWER!
REPLACE WITH NEW BLADE.
FIGURE 4.12
22º TO 28º
BLADE TIP
ORIGINAL CUTTING EDGE
FIGURE 4.13
REINSTALL MOUNTING
BOLTS TO SECURE
BLADE
FIGURE 4.14