Check the adjustment by placing the lift lever in the
BLADES STOP position. The deck should move up and
forward, allowing the belt to become loose. Start and
test for disengagement. Repeat procedure as
necessary.
Stabilizer Shaft
Assembly
Disengagement
Hairpin Clip [38" Decks I
Stabilizer Shaft Disengagement
Assembly Rod
Sping
Hairpin Clip I 42" and
_46" Decks ]
Figure 13
NeutralAdjustment
Place the transmission in neutral. (The unit will
move freely when pushed forward and backward
with the parking brake released.)
Loosen the bolt which secures the shift lever
assembly to the shift lever link. See Figure 14.
Place the shift lever in the neutral slot.
See Figure 14.
Tighten the bolt to 13 foot pounds.
Slot
Shift
Loosen
Hex Bolt
Figure 14
BrakeAdjustment
The brake is located by the right rear wheel inside the
frame. During normal operation of this machine, the
brake is subject to wear and will require periodic
examination and adjustment.See Figure 15.
WARNING: Never attempt to adjust thebrake while the engine is running. Always
disengage PTO, shift to neutral, stop engine
and remove key to prevent unintended
starting.
To adjust the brake, adjust the nut so the brake starts to
engage when the brake lever is 1/4" to 5/16" away from
the axle housing.
Figure 15
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