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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.
IMPORTANT: Overfilling of the differential with lubricant will
cause lubricant to leak onto drive components of the Rear
Engine Rider.
3. Check fill/level plug for damage. If signs of wear or
cracks are visible, replace plug with new plug. See
Figure 3.9.
4. To check lubricant in chain case, remove fill/level
plug and look for lubricant on the internal
components of the chain case. If no lubricant is
visible, add "SNAPPER Transmission” grease as
needed. See Figure 3.9.
3.3.10. Check “MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE”
Section of Engine Owner’s Manual for additional
engine service.
FIGURE 3.9
3.4 SERVICE - ANNUALLY
Perform all maintenance as described in Section
“MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE”.
3.4.1. ENGINE
1. Service engine according to engine owner’s
manual.
3.4.2. FUEL FILTER
Service fuel filter as instructed below, on COLD
ENGINE ONLY!
IMPORTANT: To stop flow of fuel, tank may be removed
from bracket and set on the floor so the fuel level will be
below the filter. Refer to Section “REMOVING FUEL TANK”.
1. Remove hose clamps from fuel filter.
2. Remove fuel lines from filter. Discard filter.
3. Install new fuel filter. See Figure 3.10.
4. Reinstall fuel tank into bracket.
5. Carefully reinstall fuel clamps.
6. Check fuel system for leaks.
FIGURE 3.10
3.5 EVERY TWO YEARS
In addition to regular maintenance, the following
components of the Rear Engine Rider should be
carefully inspected every two years for wear or
damage. Replace worn or damaged parts with
genuine SNAPPER replacement parts available
from an authorized SNAPPER dealer.
3.5.1. All bushings and pivot areas.
3.5.2. Check both front wheel king pins.
3.5.3. Transmission shift lever and detent.
3.5.4. Clutch Disc.
3.5.5. Clutch Yoke.
3.5.6. Mower deck linkage and pivot areas.
CHAIN
CASE
AXLE
BOOT
FILL/LEVEL
PLUG
FUEL
FILTER
HOSE
CLAMPS