ADJUSTING THE MICRO SWITCH HEIGHT

The PTO micro switch, located inside the right fender adjacent the position control lever, is initially set so that the PTO will disengage when the 3-point hitch lower links are raised to prescribed height.

Lift Arm

23.6 - 26.0 in. Shut-off Height

Lower Link

Figure 46

If your application requires the PTO to run with the lower links at a height above that set at the factory, the micro switch position can be adjusted as follows:

Loosen the screws securing the micro switch mounting bracket.

Micro Switch

Mounting Bracket

Mtg. Screws

Figure 47

Raise the switch slightly and recheck the position of the lower links when the PTO shuts off.

If necessary, repeat the above step until the PTO shut-off height of the lower links is adequate for your application.

ADJUSTING REAR WHEEL TREAD WIDTH

When operating the tractor in the field, it is sometimes necessary to change the rear wheel tread width to a narrower position to avoid plant rows, or to widen the tread to improve stability when operating on slopes. The rear wheel tread width can be adjusted to any of 6 different positions ranging from 45.6 to 57.8 inches by removing the lug nuts and mounting bolts; then changing the position of the wheel disc in relationship to the rim mounting brackets and/or the rear axle. See Figure 48 and Figure 49.

Wheel Disc

Lug Nut

Rim Mtg.

Bracket

Mtg. Bolt

Figure 48

IMPORTANT: The front wheel tread width cannot be adjusted. Attempting to do so will cause damage to the tractor. If removed, torque front wheel lug nuts to 57.2 - 66.5 ft. lbs.

To Adjust

WARNING: Never operate the tractor with loose wheel assembly fasteners. Always tighten the fasteners to the specified torque, and frequently check that they are tight.

IMPORTANT: When changing the tread width of the rear wheels, you must pay attention to the direction of the tire’s tread design and make certain to maintain that direction. To do this, it will at times be necessary to switch wheel assemblies from one side of the tractor to the other.

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Cub Cadet 8404 manual Adjusting the Micro Switch Height, Adjusting Rear Wheel Tread Width, To Adjust