Snapper 3 Series Installation Instructions & Operator's Guide

Section III - MAINTENANCE
BELT SERVICE
Belts do not require attention at any specific interval, but
should be checked if performance deteriorates. This
could occur due to slippage of worn or loose belts.
Check and adjust tension of Clutch Cables first as
described in the CLUTCH CABLE ADJUSTMENT
section. If performance continues to be poor, after
Clutch Cable tension has been corrected, then check
belts. MAKE SURE ENGINE IS STOPPED AND SPARK
PLUG WIRE DISCONNECTED before working on the
belts.
BELT TENSION
Remove belt guard. Check blower drive belt for wear. If
belt is okay, adjust belt tension by loosening idler re¬
taining nut, holding idler arm, and pushing idler pulley
tighter against the belt. Tighten nut after adjustment and
check for proper clutching action with blower lever re¬
leased. If impeller and auger DO NOT stop within five
seconds after lever is released, readjust as required.
Tension of the traction drive belt is non-adjustable. Before
replacing belt guard, check to make sure the belt guide on
the right side is 1/16" to 1/8” away from the outside surface
of the blower belt with clutch engaged. Bend the guide in
or out to correct clearance. See Figure 3.4.
If slippage is noted, check tension of both clutch cables.
When properly adjusted, the cables should be
completely slack with clutch lever released and tight
when the lever is fully depressed. The springs on both
cables should deflect 3/8” when the lever is depressed.
To adjust, loosen, jam nut on cable connector, turn
connector to shorten or lengthen cable as needed to
attain 3/8” deflection. Tighten jam nut against connector
to lock at correct setting. See Figure 3.5. 6
NOTE: Blower rotation should cease within five seconds
after Clutch Lever is released. If rotation continues after
five seconds, cable may be to tight. If readjusting the
cable does not correct the stopping time, check to make
sure the idler return spring is connected and that the
idler is properly set. See your SNAPPER dealer to have
this condition corrected.
(SHIFT ADJUSTMENT)
The ground speed may be adjusted by loosening the
top screw on the shift hub (See Figure 3.6). The
shift hub may be rotated clockwise to lower ground
speed or counterclockwise to increase ground
speed. Retighten screw after adjustment.
NOTE: It is recommended to remove the bottom
cover and check to see that the rubber tire has a
full width of contact in REVERSE, 1st and 4th
positions. See Figure 3.7.

Snapper 3 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Snapper
Model	3 Series
Category	Snow Blower
Language	English