Scag Power Equipment STT61V-31KB-DF manual Adjustments, Parking Brake Adjustment

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Section 6

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ADJUSTMENTS

6.1 PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT

WARNING

Do not operate the mower if the parking brake is not operable. Possible severe injury could result.

The parking brake linkage should be adjusted whenever the parking brake lever is placed in the “ENGAGE” position and the parking brake will allow the mower to move. If the following procedures do not allow you to engage the parking brake properly, contact your Scag dealer for further brake adjustments.

- NOTE -

If this procedure does not achieve proper brake adjustment, please contact your authorized Scag dealer.

LOOSEN HERE

1. Position a floor jack under the rear of the machine.

Raise the machine and support it to prevent it

from falling. Block the caster wheels to prevent the

2" to 2-1/4" Clearance

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machine from moving. Remove the drive wheels.

2.

With the brake lever in the disengaged position,

 

check the distance between the top of the frame

 

tube and the bottom of the brake handle. The

 

distance should be 2" to 2-1/4" (See Figure 6-1).

3.

If the distance is not at the specified measurement,

 

adjust by loosening the jam nuts at both ends of the

 

brake control rod and turning the rod until the proper

 

distance is achieved. (See Figure 6-1). Tighten the

 

jam nuts.

4.

With the brake in the engaged position, check the

 

spring compression between the two flat washers on

 

the LH side of the machine. The distance should be

 

1-7/16". (See Figure 6-2).

5.

If the distance is not at the specified measurement,

 

loosen the jam nut at the rod end side of the brake

 

actuator rod. (See Figure 6-2).

6.

Turn the adjustment bolt (clockwise to decrease

 

the spring compression or counter clockwise to

 

increase the spring compression) until the 1-7/16"

 

measurement is achieved and tighten the jam nut.

 

(See Figure 6-2).

7.

Repeat steps 4 though 6 on the RH side of the

 

machine.

8.

Replace the drive wheels and test the brake.

Figure 6-1. Brake Adjustment

LOOSEN HERE

ADJUST HERE

Figure 6-2. Brake Rod Adjustment

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Remember Your Mower is only AS Safe AS the Operator Table of Contents Following Section Troubleshooting Cutting Conditions AdjustmentsServicing The Engine And Drive Train Components General InformationIntroduction Direction ReferenceSymbol Description SymbolsSafety Information Signal WordsBefore Operation considerations Operation Considerations Know the function of all controls and how to stop quicklySection Foldable Roll-Over Protection System Roll-over protection systemSeat Belt Inspection Maintenance Considerations & storage Using a spark arrestorSPARK Ignition System Forward R F REvERSE Install Belt COvER BeforeElectrical SpecificationsPower Head EngineProductivity Weights And DimensionsCutter Deck Hydraulic SystemControls And Instrument Identification Operating InstructionsDump Valve Control Safety Interlock SystemForward Travel Initial Run-In ProceduresStarting The Engine Ground Travel And SteeringReverse Travel Engaging The Deck Drive Cutter BladesAfter Operation Rotating BladesHillside Operation Parking The MowerAdjusting Cutting Height Moving Mower With Engine StoppedRecommendations For Mowing Adjusting The Height Adjust Pedal Adjusting The Steering LeversTowing Optional Hitch Accessory Condition Cause Cure Troubleshooting Cutting ConditionsCut, or Rough Contour Troubleshooting Cutting Conditions ContdScalping Blades Hitting Parking Brake Adjustment AdjustmentsNeutral Adjustment Travel AdjustmentsTracking Adjustment Throttle Control and Choke AdjustmentsCutter Deck Pitch Cutter Deck LevelCutter Deck Height Cutter Deck Height AdjustmentCustom-Cut Baffle Adjustment Custom-Cut Baffle Adjustment10. Clutch Air Gap Adjustment Electric clutch adjustmentMaintenance Chart Recommended Service Intervals MaintenanceLubrication Maintenance Chart Recommended Service Intervals ContdLubrication Fitting Points Changing Hydraulic Oil Checking Hydraulic Oil LevelEngine Fuel System Engine OilLpg fUel system Replacing In-Line Fuel Filter ElementsEngine Air Cleaner BatteryCleaning and/or Replacing Air Cleaner Element Cutter Blades Drive BeltsBlade Sharpening Blade ReplacementTires Cutter Deck GearboxCooling System Cleaning the Radiator Debris Screen Body, Deck, And UpholsteryChecking The Fan Belt Tension Liquid- Cooled Engines Only Scag Approved Attachments and Accessories Illustrated Parts ListSection 61V Cutter Deck Section 61V Cutter Deck Cutter Deck Controls Description Sheet Metal Components Sheet Metal Components STT ROLL-OVER Protection System STT ROLL-OVER Protection System STT Suspension Seat Section Deck Drive Components Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1-3/4 Grd Engine & Attaching Parts Kubota Dual Fuel Available through the individual engine manufacturer Brake and Steering Components Brake and Steering Components Hydraulic System Kubota Dual Fuel Hydraulic System Kubota Dual Fuel STT-DF Gasoline System STT-DF Gasoline System STT-DF LP System Regulator, Kubota Section BDP-16A Hydraulic Pump Assembly with Cooling Fan Hex Screw, Flanged Head M10 x 1.50-65mm Electrical System Kubota Dual Fuel Fuel Pump Heavy-Duty Commercial Replacement Decals and Information PlatesDUAL-FUEL Electrical Schematic Kubota Dual Fuel Limited Warranty Commercial Equipment

STT61V-31KB-DF specifications

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