Control functions
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ESU11034
Adjusting the control rods (PZ50VT /
PZ50MP)
WARNING
EWS00770
The left and right adjusting nuts must be
set to the same position. Uneven settings
can cause poor handling and loss of sta-
bility.
The weight transfer can be adjusted by turn-
ing the adjusting nuts on the control rods.
1.
Loosen the locknut while holding the ad-
justing nut.
2.
To increase weight transfer, turn the ad-
justing nut in direction (a), and to de-
crease weight transfer, turn it in direction
(b).
WARNING! Never adjust the con-
trol rods beyond the maximum set-
ting, indicated by red paint; otherwise,
they could be damaged, which could
lead to an accident or injury.
[EWS00173]
3.
Tighten the locknut while holding the ad-
justing nut in place.
NOTICE:
Always
tighten the locknut against the adjust-
ing nut, and then tighten the locknut to
the specified torque.
[ECS00860]
1. Locknut
2. Control rod adjusting nut
1. Locknut
2. Control rod adjusting nut
3. Standard position
4. Adjustable range
5. Red paint area
Locknut tightening torque:
25 Nm (2.5 m·kgf, 18 ft·lbf)
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