Parking Brake Adjustment; Engine Adjustments & Repair; Mower Blade Replacement - Snapper ZMT2500KH SERIES 0 Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

Section 5- ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR
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.
4.3 PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
1. The parking brake can be adjusted by removing the
rod from the lever and rotating it clock-wise to increase
brake tension. When properly adjusted, the parking
brake lever should require 18 to 22 pounds of force to
set the brake. If this adjustment does not result in proper
braking action contact your authorized SNAPPER dealer
for corrective action. See Figure 4.3.
A.j
Do not operate this machine if the brakes ar
functioning properly!
I WARNING
a,I
Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working J
around cutting blades. Blades are extremely sharp and J
can cause severe injury. DO NOT use a cutting blade J
that shows signs of excessive wear or damage. I
4.5 MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT
4.5.1. BLADE WEAR LIMITS
1. Inspect blade frequently for signs of excessive
wear or damage. See Figure 4.4.
- =_,_,_ € WEAR LIMIT
(NOTCH STARTS)
__'__ DANGEROUS CONDITION !
DO NOT USE ON MOWER !
RI=PLACI= WITH NI=W BLADI=_
FIGURE 4.4
FIGURE 4.3
4.4 ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR
Refer to the engine owner's manual
adjustments and/or repairs.
for engine
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