Adjust the Attachment Clutch Cable Spring Extension

1.Check the attachment clutch cable spring extension.

Measure the length of the attachment clutch cable spring with the clutch lever disengaged.

Then measure the attachment clutch spring with the clutch lever engaged. See Figure 35.

•If spring extension is within the specified range, go to Check Attachment Brake on page 31.

•If spring extension is outside of specified range, go to step 2.

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3

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7/16 – 9/16 in. (11.1 –- 14.3 mm)

Figure 35

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2.Adjust attachment idler position. See Figure 36.

a.Loosen idler adjustment nut.

b.To increase spring extension, move idler closer to belts and tighten adjustment nut. Return to Step 1.

c.To decrease spring extension, move idler away from belts and tighten adjustment nut. Return to Step 1.

1.Engine Sheave

2.Attachment Drive Belts

3.Belt Finger

4.Attachment Belt Idler

5.Attachment Pulley

6.Attachment Idler Adjustment Nut

Figure 36

Check Attachment Brake

See Figure 37.

1.With the clutch lever disengaged, brake pad must contact attachment belts. With clutch lever engaged, brake pad must be more than 1/16 in. (1.6 mm) from belts. If there is more than 1/16 in. (1.6 mm) gap, go to Check Belt Finger Clearance on page 32. If there is less than 1/16 in. (1.6 mm) gap, go to Step 2.

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