Maintenance
Brake Strap Adjustment
Maintenance
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3.11 Brake Strap Adjustment
Check the brake strap for wear every 200 hours of operation. Replace if damaged
or worn.
Also check and adjust the brake strap if the blade does not stop quickly, unusual sounds
occur when the brake is applied, or a sudden change is noticed in the clutch handle
position when the clutch is disengaged.
To access the brake strap, remove the belt cover located underneath the engine. Engage
the clutch/brake lever.
See Figure 3-5.
Loosen the two nuts on the upper brake strap bracket. Slide the bracket
and brake strap down until snug. Retighten the bolts. Replace the belt cover.
FIG. 3-5
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