Swisher ZT18542 manual Adjusting the Drive Controls, Adjustment of Steering

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ADJUSTING THE DRIVE CONTROLS

Remove left and right instrument covers for access

Adjusting this screw and its locking nut can move the handles left or right to avoid contact between them.

Once the tracking adjustments have been made on the previous page, the handles can now adjusted straight across from each other by loosening both nuts that mount handles and rotate them forward or backwards.This adjustment can also be used to bring both handles closer or farther forward for the comfort of the operator.

The bolt that joins the handle mount to the pivot weldment has a nylon bushing that provides friction to control the effort needed to move the control arms in or out. The proper adjustment is achieved when arms stay put in any position and a slight effort is required to reposition them.

ADJUSTMENT OF STEERING PIVOT PLATE View by removing right side instrument cover

This turnbuckle should be adjusted to position the front of the pivot plate slightly lower than the rear. Make sure the handle is out in its neutral position while making the adjustment.

ADJUSTMENT OF STEERING

View by removing right side instrument cover

When replacing this ball linkage assembly, a sequence needs to be followed. Put the control handle out in the neutral position. Fasten the top end first. Then since the control lever on the front of the hydro unit self-centers, lengthen or shorten the ball linkage assembly until the lower stud falls freely into the hole on the control.

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Contents Repair Manual Page Table of Contents If Engine WON’T Crank Always Check Fuse FirstBattery Ground Connection AT Engine Engine Stalls When PTO is Engaged Engine Cranks but WON’T StartIf PTO Clutch will not Engage Wiring Diagram Hour Meter not OperatingStarter Solenoid Wire Identification AT Switches Ignition SwitchPTO Switch Plug Wiring Harness Plug to Engine Wire Identification on ZT18542Wiring Harness to Engine Plug Connection Wire Identification on ZT2350 Used on ZT18542 Carburetor Fuel SolenoidUsed on ZT2350 Battery Charging Systems Used on the ZT2350Adjusting the Drive Controls Adjustment of SteeringTracking Adjustments Replacement of the Hydro Unit Repairing or Replacing Blade Driver Belt Replacement Routing Clutch drive belt replacementReplacement Parts Quick ReferenceSeries Swisher Mower & Machine CO. INC Corporate Drive