Snapper 14 Series - Mower Deck Timing Rod Adjustment

Section IV- ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR
2. F ront to Rear Level
With the rear engine rider on a smooth, level
surface, rotate blades until blade tips are at
front and rear of deck. Measure the distance
from blade tips to floor. The distance should be
the same, or the rear 1/8" higher than the front.
If the rear blade tip is lower or is more than 1/8"
higher than front, proceed with adjustment.
(a) Remove rear hanger chains.
(b) Turn each hanger pivot the same numberof
rotations on the eye-bolt to raise or lower
the rear of the deck. See Figure 4.10.
(c) Reinstall rear hanger chains and measure
blade tips again.
(d) Repeat steps (a) through (c) until proper
level is obtained.
E. MOWER DECK TIMING ROD ADJUSTMENT
The mower deck timing rod is pre-adjusted at the
factory. It is set to maintain the deck in the same
attitude through all heights of cut. If it is suspected
that the timing rod requires adjustment, contact an
authorized SNAPPER dealer for service. See
Figure 4.11.
4.3 REAR ENGINE RIDER DRIVE COMPONENTS
The following drive components may be adjusted by
the owner. However, it is recommended that all ad¬
justments to the Rear Engine Rider be made by an
authorized SNAPPER dealer.
A. CLUTCH-ADJUSTING STARTING MOTION
If the Rear Engine Rider's clutch is too positive or
slips excessively when the clutch/brake pedal is
released, adjust as follows.
1. Remove key from ignition switch.
2. Remove spark plug wires from spark plugs and
secure wires away from plugs.
3. Close vent on fuel filler cap.
4. Carefully stand Rear Engine Rider on rear
bumper.
5. Locate yoke arm between chain case and dif¬
ferential.
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