SERVBCE AN ADJUSTMENTS

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TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER

(See Fig. 28)

The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary°

If for any reason the motion control lever will not hold its position while at a selected speed, it may be adjusted at the friction pack located on the right side of transmission.

oPark tractor on level surface. Stop tractor by turning

ignition key to "OFF" position, and engage parking brake.

Adjust motion control lever by tightening adjustment iocknut one half (1/2) turn°

NOTE; If for any reason the effort to move the motion control lever becomes too excessive, reverse the above

adjustment procedure by loosening locknut !/4 to 1/2 turn.

Road test tractor after adjustment and repeat procedure if necessary.

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT

Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. See "PURGE TRANSMIS- SION" in the Operation section of this manual r

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL AUGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized service center/departmento

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

(See Fig. 29)

Block up axle securely_

oRemove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to aI_ow wheel remova_ (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not Iose)o

Repair tire and reassemble.

. On rearwheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axleo Insert square key.

oReplace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove°

°Replace axle cover,.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local

parts dealer,. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion°

WASHERS

RETAINING

RING

ADJUSTMENT

LOCKNUT

AXLE COVER

FIG. 28

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(REAR WHEEL ONLY)

FIG. 29

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917.259172 specifications

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