Snapper EYZ16335BVE, Safety Instructions & Operator'S Manual

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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR 

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. 

4.3.9.  MOWER DECK TIMING ROD  

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 the timing rod 
requires adjustment, contact an authorized 
SNAPPER dealer for service. 

4.3.10.  WHEEL BRAKE ADJUSTMENT  

Adjust the wheel brake if wheels turn when parking 
brake is engaged. Adjust the wheel brake by turning 
wheel brake adjusting nut clockwise to increase 
braking action or counter clockwise to decrease 
braking action. See Figure 4.11. 

FIGURE 4.11 

 
4.4  MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT 

4.4.1.  BLADE WEAR LIMITS 
1. 

Inspect blade frequently for signs of excessive 

wear or damage. See Figure 4.12. 
 

4.4.2. BLADE 

SHARPENING 

1. 

Close vent on fuel cap and make sure cap is 

tight. Close fuel valve in fuel line. Start engine and 
allow it to run until engine runs out of fuel. 

2. 

Remove key from ignition switch. 

3. 

Remove spark plug wire(s) and secure away from 

spark plug(s). 

4. 

Carefully stand SCRAMBLER on rear bumper. 

5. 

Remove blade(s).  See Figure 4.14. 

6. 

Inspect condition of blade.  See Figure 4.12. 

7. 

Check blade balance after sharpening. If 

necessary, correct blade balance by grinding the 
heavy end of blade. 

FIGURE 4.12 

8.

  If blade is in good condition, sharpen at 22 to 28 

degrees. DO NOT sharpen beyond existing cutting 
edge.  See Figure 4.13. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

FIGURE 4.13 

9.

 Reinstall blade. See Figure 4.14. Torque blade 

mounting bolts to recommended range of: 
33” Deck - 30 to 40 ft. lbs.  
 

FIGURE 4.14 

UNDERSIDE VIEW OF MACHINE 

ADJUST 
COUNTER- 
CLOCKWISE TO 
DECREASE 
BRAKE 

ADJUST 
CLOCKWISE 
TO INCREASE 
BRAKE 

WHEEL BRAKE 
ROD 

ELECTRIC 
CLUTCH 

NEW BLADE 

WEAR LIMIT 
(NOTCH STARTS) 

DANGEROUS CONDITION! 
DO NOT USE ON MOWER! 
REPLACE WITH NEW BLADE. 

DO NOT SHARPEN 
BEYOND ORIGINAL 
CUTTING EDGE 

BLADE TIP 

ORIGINAL CUTTING EDGE 

22º TO 28º 

REINSTALL MOUNTING 
BOLTS TO SECURE 
BLADE