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Section 4 - MAINTENANCE
4.1 INTRODUCTION
To retain the quality of the SNAPPER mower, use
genuine SNAPPER replacement
parts only. Contact
a local
SNAPPER
dealer for
parts and service
assistance.
For the correct part or information for a
particular
SNAPPER
mower,
always
mention
the
model and serial number. SNAPPER
recommends
returning
the mower to an authorized
SNAPPER
dealer annually for inspection
and addition of any
new devices, which might upgrade the safety of the
mower. For the nearest SNAPPER
dealer in your
area, check the yellow
pages under the heading
LAWN MOWERS.
For engine
parts and service,
look for the engine manufacturer's
dealers under the
heading, ENGINES - gasoline.
4.2 SERVICE - AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any maintenance,
adjustments
or
service
with engine running.
STOP engine.
STOP
blades. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug
wires and secure away from
spark plugs. Engine
and components
are
HOT. Avoid
serious
burns:
allow sufficient
time for all parts to cool,
4,2,1. CHANGE ENGINE OIL
Change engine oiI as follows:
1. Ptace a 4 quart minimum
capacity
container
under the end of the oil drain.
2. Rotate counter clockwise and pull out to open
the drain plug. See Figure 4.1.
4. Fill engine crankcase with new oil. Refer to your
engine owner's manual for oil specifications.
5. Change
engine oil filter at every oil change.
Refer to your engine owner's manual for service
instructions.
4.2.2.
CHECK MOWER BLADE
1. Stop Engine.
Remove
key. Disconnect
spark
plug wire(s) and secure away from spark plug(s).
2. Engage parking brake.
3. Use a hydraulic
floor jack
or hoist to raise
machine
high
enough
to
gain
access
to
the
underside
of deck.
Secure
machine with safety
blocks.
WARNING
Wear
heavy
leather
gloves
when
handling
or
working around cutting blades. Blades are extremely
sharp and can cause severe injury. DO NOT use a
cutting blade that shows signs of excessive wear or
damage.
Refer
to
Section
"MOWER
BLADE
REPLACEMENT"
for
proper
blade
inspection
and
service procedures.
4. Check
torque
of
blade
mounting
bolts.
As
necessary, torque to 70 to 80 ft. Ibs. See Figure 4.2.
5. Check blade for sharpness, wear and damage.
Refer to Section "BLADE WEAR LIMITS".
6. Check blade for straightness.
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ROTATE PLUG COUNTER
CLOCKWISE
THEN PULL OUT TO DRAIN OIL
FIGURE 4.1
3. After all the oil has drained, close the drain by
pushing in and rotating clockwise to close. Wipe up
any oil that may have spilled. Dispose of drained oil
properly. See Figure 4.1.
FIGURE 4.2
CHECK BLADE
MOUNTING
BOLTS -
TORQUE SHOULD BE
70 TO 80 FT. LBS.
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