Dixon ZTR 5017 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
NOTE: Cable must have the recommended 1-1/2 to 2 inches of free play with parking
brake released or drive belt may slip, causing loss of power.
ADJUST HERE FOR
PROPER FREE PLAY OF
CABLE WITH BRAKE
LEVER OFF
PARKING BRAKE CABLE ADJUSTMENT:
Make necessary adjustments to the T-Box to Hydrostat belt, as shown on page 32.
Position parking brake lever in the off or disengaged position.
This will allow the belt idler used on the engine to T-box to swing fully and apply tension
to the belt.
At this time, check that the cable has approximately 1-1/2 to 2 inches of free play.
If adjustment is required, turn the lock nut illustrated below to achieve a recommended
1-1/2 to 2 inches of free play.