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PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
1. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, block the front
wheels, remove the ignition key, and engage the
parking brake.
2. Locate the upper brake spring (A, Figure 27).
3. With the parking brake engaged, measure the com-
pressed spring length. The spring should be 2” to 2-
1/8” (5,0 - 5,4cm) when compressed.
4. If the spring is not within this range, raise the rear of
the machine and secure with jackstands. Remove
both drive tires.
5. Locate the lower brake spring and adjustment clevis
(A & B, Figure 28).
6. Release the parking brake and disconnect the clevis
(B) from the caliper lever (C). Turn the clevis to com-
press or release the upper spring. Lock the nut
against the clevis and reinstall the clevis onto the
caliper lever.
If this adjustment does not correct a braking prob-
lem, see your local Simplicity dealer.
CAUTION
Do not adjust the spring to be shorter than 2”
(5,0cm) when compressed. This may damage the
brake caliper.
2" - 2-1/8"
(5,0 - 5,4cm)
FRONT
Figure 27. Parking Brake Adjustment
A.
Upper Brake Spring
A
Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service
Figure 28. Parking Brake Adjustment
A.
Lower Brake Spring
B.
Adjustment Clevis
C.
Caliper Lever
A
B
C
