Simplicity 1691766, Service & Repair Manual

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6 General Repair
6B Hand Controls Repair
Figure B–4. Hydro Shift Lever Access Area
Ground Speed Control Assembly Service
Ground speed control lever assembly service requires
that the dashboard be removed. Refer to the Hood,
Dash, and Grill Repair section for dashboard removal in-
structions.
After the dash assembly is fully separated from the unit,
set it aside carefully to prevent damage to electrical com-
ponents.
The lift lever, and ground speed control lever assemblies
are now fully accessible, as is the steering column shaft
and front transmission shift rod connection to the ground
speed control lever assembly. (Figure B–4).
Figure B–5. Adjust Spring Tension
Ground Speed Control Lever Spring
Adjustment
Tension on the ground speed control lever may be in-
creased or decreased on later models by adjusting the
tension on the ground speed control lever compression
spring (K, Figure B–3 Later Model Ground speed control
Lever Assembly). The correct tension for proper ground
speed control lever operation should be obtained when
the adjustment locknut (I, Figure B–3) is torqued to 75 -
100 in./lbs.
1. Using a 1/2 deep socket with a 4" - 6" extension bar,
remove the tension adjustment locknut and compres-
sion spring (Figure B–5). Inspect spring and sur-
rounding parts for signs of wear or breakage, and re-
place as needed.
2. Reassemble parts in position as shown in Figure
B–3, and torque to 75 - 100 in./lbs.
Ground Speed Control Lever Replacement
1. Release tension on the ground speed control lever by
disengaging the torsion spring’s (E, Figure B–3)
hooked end from the ground speed control lever
shaft. (Figure B–6)
Figure B–6. Disengage Torsion Spring
Torsion
Spring
Tension Spring
Tension Spring