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achieved by changing the length of the upper rod (A, Figure
46) that connects the ground speed control lever to the pivot.
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Determining if Adjustment is Necessary:
If the unit
"creeps" while the ground speed control levers are locked in
the NEUTRAL LOCKOUT position, then it may be necessary
to adjust the linkage rods.
Note:
Perform this adjustment on a hard, level surface such
as a concrete floor.
1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, and turn
off the engine.
2. There are two nuts (B) on the linkage rod. Loosen the
nuts from the ball joints (C) and turn the linkage rod to
adjust.
• If the unit creeps forward, turn the rod
clockwise
(while standing at the rear of the unit, facing forward);
• If the unit creeps backward, turn the rod
counter-
clockwise
(while standing at the rear of the unit,
facing forward).
3. Lock the jam nut against the ball joints when neutral is
achieved.
Note:
This adjustment should not be performed while the unit
is running. It may take several attempts to achieve neutral,
depending on how much the unit creeps.
Return-to-Neutral Adjustment
Prior to performing this procedure the
Neutral Adjustment
procedure must be completed.
WARNING
To avoid serious injury, perform adjustments only with the
engine stopped, the key removed, and the unit parked on
level ground.
1. Position the ground speed control levers into the
NEUTRAL LOCKOUT position
2. Loosen the set collar (A, Figure 47) on the neutral return
rod (B).
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3. Position the set collar along the neutral return rod until it
contacts and very lightly compresses the neutral return
spring (C).
4. Move the ground speed control levers into the operating
position, pull rearward, and release.
5. Move the ground speed control levers out towards the
NEUTRAL LOCKOUT position.
• if the ground speed control lever aligns with the notch
in the neutral lock plate, adjustment is complete;
• if the ground speed control lever stops it's return
motion past the notch (while standing at the rear of
the unit), position the set collar so the neutral return
spring is less compressed.
• if the ground speed control lever stops it's return
motion before the notch (while standing at the rear
of the unit), position the set collar so that the neutral
return spring is more compressed.
6. Repeat the process as necessary until the ground speed
control lever aligns with the notch in the neutral lock plate.
Note:
It is important to note that after every adjustment of
the neutral return rod, the lever must be pulled rearward and
released to properly check the return-to-neutral position.
Neutral Lockout Adjustment
Prior to adjusting the neutral lockout, the neutral and return-
to-neutral must be properly adjusted.
1. Park the unit on a flat, level surface such as a concrete
floor. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn
the ignition switch to OFF, and remove the ignition key.
2. Chock the wheels of the unit to prevent movement.
3. Raise the seat to gain access to the neutral lockout
components.
4. Loosen the jam nuts (A, Figure 48) on the neutral lockout
bolts (B).
