Ransomes EC Hydro Midsize, Setup, Parts & Maintenance Manual

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GB-21
EC
Hydro
Midsize
ADJUSTMENTS
Speed Control Lever Friction
The speed control lever is held where set by friction
pads. If the setting will not hold, tighten nuts E to
increase friction on the speed control lever.
PARKING BRAKE - Apply parking brakes and open
the bypass valves on the hydraulic pumps. Try to
push the machine forward. If wheels rotate, adjust
brakes as follows.
TO ADJUST:
1. Remove the hairpin cotter A from the brake rod at
the brake lever as shown.
2. Slide the brake rod out of the brake lever and turn
the rod in or out of the brake swivel B as needed.
NOTE: The brake should initially be adjusted so
that the brake rod extends through swivel B
32mm as shown. If more brake pressure is
required adjust as necessary.
3. Reassemble brake rod to the brake lever using
hairpin A.
4. Apply parking brakes and try to push the machine
forward. If wheels rotate, readjust brakes.
5. Close bypass valves on the hydraulic pumps.