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Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & REPAIR
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or
service with the engine or blade running. STOP
blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. Remove
spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire
away from spark plug. Engine and components can
be extremely hot. Avoid burns by allowing engine and
components sufficient time to cool.
4.2.9. 38" DECK LEVEL ADJUSTMENT
(FRONT TO REAR)
1.
Position the blades as shown. See Figure 4.16.
FIGURE 4.16
2.
Measure the distance from the left front blade tip to
the ground and from the right rear blade tip to the ground.
The front left blade tip should be between 1/8" and 3/8"
higher than the right rear (factory setting). If it is between
1/8" and 3/8" you are finished with adjustment.
3.
If it is not within specifications, adjust by raising or
lowering the front of the deck using the swivel on the front
lift rod. Turning the swivel clockwise will raise the front of
the deck. Turning the swivel counterclockwise will lower
the front of the deck.
NOTE:
The deck should be set so that the rear of the deck
is 1/4" lower than the front. See Figure 4.17.
FIGURE 4.17
4.3 TRACTOR DRIVE COMPONENTS
4.3.1. BRAKE
ADJUSTMENT
When adjusted properly, the brake should stop the
tractor in approximately 6 feet or less from top speed.
Drive the machine at maximum forward speed and
apply the brake. If stopping distance is greater than 6
feet, brake adjustment is required.
1.
Turn engine “OFF”. Remove key.
2.
Locate brake adjustment nut underneath the left
side at the rear of tractor. See Figure 4.18.
3.
Turn nut 1 turn clockwise to increase braking
action. DO NOT over tighten brake adjustment.
4.
Start engine and test brake.
5.
Continue adjustment as described above until
proper brake function is achieved.
FIGURE 4.18
FRONT OF TRACTOR
LEFT FRONT
BLADE TIP
RIGHT REAR BLADE TIP
ROTATE ADJUSTING NUT CLOCKWISE TO
INCREASE BRAKING OR COUNTER
CLOCKWISE TO DECREASE BRAKING
REAR TO FRONT VIEW OF DECK
ANGLE IRON
X - 1/8”
X
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