SECTION III. ADJUSTMENTS
This section contains adjustment information for the Model 2166 tractor. Adjustment information for the 42- inch deck is located in Section V – Mower Deck beginning on page 33.
ADJUSTING THE SEAT
WARNING
Do not adjust the seat when the tractor is moving. Adjusting the seat while the tractor is moving could cause the operator to lose control of the tractor.
Before starting the tractor, adjust the seat forward or rearward to the most comfortable driving position. To reposition the seat, move the seat adjustment lever (see Figure 10) upward and slide the seat forward or rearward. Release the adjustment lever when the seat is comfortably positioned. Gently rock the seat forward and rearward once to be sure the seat is locked in place.
Figure 10
ADJUSTING THE BRAKES
During normal operation of this tractor, the brakes are subject to wear and will need periodic examination and adjustment.
To check the brake adjustment, position the tractor on a firm and level surface. Stop the tractor engine and remove the ignition key. Pull and lock the transmission release lever in the “TRANSMISSION RELEASED” position. Perform the following checks:
1.Engage the brake pedal lock. If the tractor can be pushed forward or rearward, the braking force must be increased.
2.Release the brake pedal lock. If the tractor cannot be pushed forward or rearward, the braking force must be decreased.
To adjust the braking force, refer to Figure 11 and proceed as follows:
1.Place the tractor on a level surface with the brake pedal lock disengaged. Stop the tractor engine and remove the ignition key.
2.While working from the underside of the tractor, facing the threaded end of the rod, remove the hairpin cotter from the brake rod adjustment ferrule. Remove the ferrule from the brake cam.
To increase the braking force—
Turn the ferrule clockwise (inward) one full turn at a time until the ferrule can be inserted into the brake cam while applying a minimal tension on the spring.
To decrease the braking force—
Turn the ferrule counterclockwise (outward) one full turn at a time until the ferrule can be inserted into the brake cam while applying a minimal tension on the spring.
3.Turn the ferrule counterclockwise (outward) one full turn to release the slight spring tension, then insert the ferrule into the brake cam and secure with the hairpin cotter.
BRAKE | ADJUSTMENT | |
CAM | ||
FERRULE | ||
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HAIRPIN
COTTER
BRAKE ROD
SPRING
Figure 11. Viewed from top (fender off).
Recheck the brake adjustment to ensure proper brake operation before operating the tractor. If brake rod adjustment does not correct the problem, see your authorized Cub Cadet dealer.
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