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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
4.3.1. SERVICE BRAKE/PARK BRAKE
ADJUSTMENT
Test the wheel brake on a dry concrete surface.
When properly adjusted, the Rear Engine Rider will
stop within 5 feet from fastest speed. If stopping
distance is more than 5 feet, the wheel brake should
be adjusted as follows:
1. Follow WARNING statement found on this page.
2. Check fuel level in tank. If over 3/4 full, remove
tank. Refer to Section "REMOVING FUEL TANK". If
3/4 or less, proceed to next step.
3. Carefully stand Rear Engine Rider on rear bumper.
4. Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down.
Move and hold the park brake latch over in the
"ON" position and release the clutch/brake pedal to
lock the park brake. See Figure 4.7.
MOVE PARKING
BRAKE LATCH OVER
TO LOCK
FIGURE 4.7
5. Measure
the
clutch/brake
cable
Measurement should be no less than 1/2" and no
greater than 3/4". See Figure 4.8.
6. If measurement is less than 1/2" or greater than
3/4", loosen the two jam-nuts. See Figure 4.9. Hold
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 (adjustment shown in inset of
Figure 4.8) and bottom of housing. See Figure 4.9.
8. After adjustment is complete, securely tighten
cable jam-nuts.
DEPRESS
CLUTCH/BRAKE
distance
between
end
and
bottom
of
housing.
CHAIN
CASE
CLUTCH
YOKE
CABLE
HOUSING
SPRING
CABLE END
COTTER
PIN
1/2" TO 3/4"
BRAKE CABLE
LOOSEN
JAM NUTS
of
25
HOUSING
COTTER PIN
FIGURE 4.8
CHAIN CASE
FIGURE 4.9
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The blade pulley spins but the blade doesn’t on my snapper 28” riding mower model 281223BVE , how do I connect this.
If the blade pulley spins but the blade does not on a Snapper 28” riding mower model 281223BVE, follow these steps:
1. Check the blade engagement lever – Make sure it is in the “ON” position.
2. Inspect the mower belt – It may be slipping. Adjust or replace the mower belt if necessary.
3. Examine the blade – Ensure it is not dull, worn, or damaged. Sharpen or replace the cutting blade as needed.
4. Check blade belt tension – For 28” decks, measure belt spacing at the idler pulley. It should be 1-1/4", no less than 1". If less, adjust belt tension.
5. Verify blade attachment – Ensure the blade is properly fastened to the spindle and not loose or stripped.
If the issue persists, contact an authorized Snapper dealer.
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Blade want turn when engaged
The blade may not turn when engaged due to incorrect blade brake adjustment or improper blade drive belt tension. If the clearance between the blade engagement lever and the latch plate is not between 3” to 3-1/4", the brake may not disengage correctly. Also, if the blade drive belt is loose, worn, or damaged, it may not transfer power from the engine to the blade. Both conditions should be checked and adjusted as needed.
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