To raise front of mower, loosen nut "F" from trunnion on both front links. Tighten
nut "E" on both front links an equal num- ber of turns. The two front links must
remain equal in length.
When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower
at front than rear, tighten nut "F" against trunnion on both front links.
Recheck
BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUALIN
LENGTH
Nut "F"
Trunnion
Front Links
TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRmVE
BELT
The mower blade drive belt may be re- placed without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.
BELT REMOVAL -
1.Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of
manual).
2.Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys.
3.Pull belt away from mower.
BELT INSTALLATION -
1.Work belt around both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys
2.Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides.
3.Install mower (See "To Install Mower" in this section of this manual).
MandrelIdler
Mandrel
TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE
Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle.
If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and adjusted.
TO CHECK BRAKE
1.Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and engage parking brake.
2.Place gear shift lever in neutral (N)
position.
The rear wheels must lock and skid when you try to manually push the tractor for- ward. If the rear wheels rotate, the brake needs to be adjusted or the pads need to be replaced.
TO ADJUST BRAKE
1.Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and engage parking brake.
2.Measure distance between brake oper- ating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.
3.If distance is other than
4.Road test tractor for proper stopping
distance as stated above. Readjust
if necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than five (5) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is neces- sary. Replace brake pads or contact a Sears or other qualified service center.
With Parking Brake "Engaged"
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