Snapper RT5 Series Service Manual page 14

FIG. 3.15 - TILLER UNIT DISASSEMBLED
CHAIN CASE DISASSEMBLY
Remove fill and drain plugs and allow grease to
drain out before disassembly of the chain case. The
disassembled chain case is shown in the exploded
view on page 3.4. Components of the disassembled
tiller unit are depicted in figure 3.15.
STEP 1: Remove the key and cone washer from the
input shaft. (Figure 3.16).
STEP 2: Remove the bolts securing the case halves
together. (Figure 3.17).
STEP 3: Remove the wear plates. Discard and
replace with new plates if worn. (Figure 3.18).
STEP 4: Remove the depth bar guide plates as an
assembly. (Figure 3.19).
STEP 5: Separate the case halves as shown. Note
spacers and reinforcing rib being pointed out in
figure 3.20.
STEP 6: Lift the chain sprocket assembly out of the
case as an assembly. (Figure 3.21).
STEP 7: While cleaning inside the chain case,
carefully inspect for signs of damage or wear.
Replace components as needed as follows.
FIG. 3.16 ■ KEY & CONE WASHER
FIG. 3.17 - CASE HALF BOLTS
FIG. 3.18 ■ WEAR PLATE REMOVAL
FIG. 3.19 - DEPTH BAR GUIDE PLATES
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