Adjusting The Drive Cable - Snapper 7800604 Operator's Manual

Adjusting the Drive Cable
(Self-Propelled Units Only)
WARNING: Before you adjust the drive cable,
rebase the engine stop lever and wait for the
engine to stop.
If the drive system does not engageand disengage correctly,
check the handle for correct assembly. Make sure that all
parts are in good condition, not broken or bent, and that all
fasteners are tight.
Worn parts and cable stretch will change the performance of
the drive system. When you mow in high or thick grass or
on hills, the drive system can slip. if the drive system is
slipping, adjust as follows or take the mower to an
authorized service center.
iMPORTANT:Before you start the engine, operatethe engine
stop lever several times. Make sure the engine stop cable
moves freely.
Note: Theengine design does not include a throttle control
or an engine speed adjustment. Theengine is set at the best
speed for cutting grass, bagging grass, and for extended
engine life.
1. If the drive system is slipping, loosen the jam nut (B,
Figure 17) on the adjustment turnbuckle (A), and rotate
the ferrule (C) one-half turn in the direction shown. Test
the drive system and check for slippage.
2. If the drive system still slips, adjust again. Again, test
the drive system.
3. Repeatthe adjustment and test until the drive system
does not slip.
4. Before you begin to mow, make sure the drive system
will correctly disengage and that the mower will stop. Uf
the drive system will not disengage, take the mower to
an authorized service center before you operatethe
mower.
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Figure 1£ Adjusting the drive cable
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