Snapper 7800979-00 Manual Del Operador página 19

3. Reinstall the transmission plug.
4. Check the grease level after each 25 hours of operation.
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Check Mower Blade
1. Disconnect the spark plug wire and secure the end away
from the plug.
2. Tilt the mower up on its rear wheels for access to the
blade cap screw (A, Figure 22). Do not tilt the mower with
the spark plug or carburetor down.
NOTICE
Drain the fuel tank before tipping the mower. DO NOT tip
the machine with the carburetor or spark plug down. Oil
from the crankcase will saturate the air filter and cause the
engine to be hard to start or not start at all. If contamination
does occur, the air filter will have to be replaced.
3. Check the torque of the blade cap screw. Recommended
torque: 40 lb-ft (54 Nm).
4. Check the blade for sharpness, wear and damage. See
Blade Wear Limits .
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Check Engine Drive Belt
• Visually check the engine drive belt for cracking, fraying,
severed or exposed belt strands. If worn or damaged,
replace the belt before operating the mower.
Check Transmission Drive Belt
• Visually check the poly-v belt for cracking, fraying,
severed or exposed belt strands. If worn or damaged,
replace the belt before operating the mower.
Mower Blade Replacement
WARNING
Amputation Hazard
• DO NOT attempt any maintenance, adjustments or
service with engine and blade running.
• STOP engine and blade.
• Disconnect spark plug wire and secure away from spark
plug.
Burn Hazard
• Engine and components are HOT.
• Avoid serious burns, allow sufficient time for all
components to cool.
Laceration Hazard
• Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working
around cutting blades.
• Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe
injury.
WARNING
Unsafe Operation Hazard
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