Cadet CLT-542H, Operator'S Manual

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Figure 16
Figure 17
PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
Never attempt to adjust the brakes while the
engine is running. Always disengage PTO,
move shift lever into neutral position, stop
engine and remove key to prevent unintended
starting.
If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when the
brake pedal is completely depressed, or if the tractor’s
rear wheels can roll with the parking brake applied, the
brake is in need of adjustment. The brake disc can be
found on the right side of the transmission in the rear of
the tractor. Adjust if necessary as follows:
• Looking at the transmission from the right side of
the tractor, locate the compression spring and
brake disc. See Figure 18.
• Carefully remove the cotter pin from the crown nut
on the right side of the brake assembly.
• Using a feeler gauge, check the gap between the
brake disc and the brake puck. Proper gap is
0.011".
• Tighten the crown nut until the proper gap is
achieved.
• Install a new cotter pin (part 714-0111) on the
crown nut.
Figure 18
STEERING ADJUSTMENT
If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other,
or if the ball joints are being replaced due to damage or
wear, the steering drag links may need to be adjusted.
Adjust the drag links so that equal lengths are threaded
into the ball joint on the left side and the ball joint on the
right side:
• Loosen the jam nut found on the drag link at the
rear of the ball joint. See Figure 19.
• Remove the hex nut and lock washer on the top of
ball joint. See Figure 19.
Figure 19
• Thread the ball joint toward the jam nut to shorten
the drag link. Thread the ball joint away from the
jam nut to lengthen the drag link.
• Replace hex nut and lock washer and retighten the
jam nut after proper adjustment is achieved.
NOTE:
Threading the ball joints too far onto the drag
links will cause the front tires to "toe-in" too far. Proper
toe-in is between 1/16" and 5/16".
Seat
Seat Adjustment Lever
Knobs
Brake Disc
Crown Nut
NOTE:
View shown from beneath tractor.
Hydrostatic
Transmission Brake Rod
Drag Link
Ball Joint
Axle
Pivot Bar
Hex Nut and
Jam Nut
Lock Washer
Zerk Fitting
(if so equipped)