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Section 3 – MAINTENANCE
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.
3.3 SERVICE - EVERY 25 OPERATING HOURS
3.3.5. MOWER BLADE SPINDLE - LUBRICATION
(Continued From Previous Page)
4. Lubricate spindles with three shots of general
purpose grease from grease gun. See Figure 3.6.
IMPORTANT: If the Rear Engine Rider will be on
its rear bumper for longer than two hours, remove
the battery. Refer to Section “BATTERY
REMOVAL”.
FIGURE 3.6
3.3.6. MOWER DECK LINKAGE – LUBRICATION
Lubricate all mower deck linkage pivot points with a
light coat of motor oil.
3.3.7. FRONT WHEEL BEARING - LUBRICATION
1. Lubricate front wheel bearings with five shots of
general purpose grease, from grease gun. See
Figure 3.7.
3.3.8. REAR AXLE BEARING - LUBRICATION
1. The left rear axle bearing is lubricated with three
shots of general purpose grease from grease gun.
2. The right rear axle bearing is lubricated by the
differential lubricant and does not require additional
lubrication.
FIGURE 3.7
3.3.9. DIFFERENTIAL/CHAIN CASE - LUBRICATION
1. Check the fill/level plug, for cracks and wear.
Replace fill/level plug if signs of wear are visible.
IMPORTANT: If the Rear Engine Rider will be on its
rear bumper for longer than two hours, remove the
battery. Refer to Section “BATTERY REMOVAL”.
2. To check lubricant, remove fill/level plug and
visually inspect for lubricant on the internal parts of
the differential. If no lubricant is visible on the
internal parts of the differential, add “SNAPPER
Transmission” grease as needed. See Figure 3.8.
FIGURE 3.8
DIFFERENTIAL
FILL
PLUG
LEVEL
PLUG
SPINDLE
GREASE
FITTING
FRONT WHEEL GREASE FITTING