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Parking Brake Adjustment
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Measure length of spring as shown in figure 27.
Measure along centerline of spring. Measurement
should be 1-5/8”.
3. Loosen the outer nut, then tighten or loosen inner nut
to attain dimension. When correct, tighten the outer
nut while holding the inner nut.
SEAT ADJUSTMENT
See figure 25. Use the lever to adjust the seat forward or
rearward for best rider comfort.
BRAKE ADJUSTMENTS
Brake Shoes
NOTE: On 18 HP models, engage the release valve (W, figure
2). On 20 HP models, place 2-speed axle shift (R, figure 2) in
neutral.
1. Place the tractor on a level surface. Place blocks in
front of the front wheels.
2. Place a jack under the drawbar and jack up tractor
until rear wheels are off the ground. Place a jack-
stand under each rear axle so tractor is secure.
3. The brake shoes are adjusted by turning an adjusting
star wheel inside the hub.See figure 26.
4. Remove the rubber plug from inside the braking
plate. Insert a brake tool inside the slot to engage the
teeth of the adjusting wheel.
5. Turn the adjusting wheel down to tighten the brake,
or up to loosen the brake. Turn only one notch at a
time, until you can just feel the brake shoes rubbing
as you rotate the tire by hand. When the brake shoes
just start rubbing, loosen the adjusting wheel one
notch.
6. Install the rubber plug and check the other rear
wheel.
Adjustments
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WARNING
To avoid serious injury, perform adjustments
only with engine stopped, key removed and trac-
tor on level ground.
Figure 25. Seat Adjustment
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Figure 26. Brake Shoe Adjustment
Figure 27. Parking Brake Adjustment
Latch
Brake Tool
L.H. Side - 1-9/16”
R.H. Side - 1-5/8”
