Textron Jacobsen 730325, Setup, Parts & Maintenance Manual

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Hydro
Midsize
ADJUSTMENTS
NOTE: Make all adjustments with the engine shut off, spark plug wire disconnected and mower drive
disengaged.
Speed Control Bar
The speed control bar F is held by friction pads. If the
setting will not hold, tighten knob E to increase friction
on speed control bar F .
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 C 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 1-1/4" as shown. If more brake pressure is
required adjust as necessary.
3. Reassemble brake rod to the brake lever using
hairpin A removed in Step 1.
4. Apply parking brakes and try to push the machine
forward. If wheels rotate, readjust brakes.
5. Close bypass valves on the hydraulic pumps.