Adjusting the Belt Tension

To tighten or loosen the tension on the belt, tighten or loosen the jam nuts on the U-rod, see Fig. 6-8, until a ten-pound pull with a spring scale deflects the belt about 1⁄2”.

Figure 6-8

Setting the Deck Wheels

Move the tractor on a firm and level surface, preferably pavement, and proceed as follows

1.Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing the deck lift pedal in the normally desired mowing height setting.

2.Check the deck wheels for contact or excessive clearance with the surface below. The deck wheels should have between ¼-½” clearance above the ground.

3.If the deck wheels have excessive clearance or contact with the surface, adjust as follows:

a.Raise the deck lift pedal to its highest setting.

b.Remove the front and rear deck wheels by removing the lock nuts and shoulder bolts which secure them to the deck. See Fig. 6-9.

Deck Wheel

Lock Nut

Shoulder Bolt

Figure 6-9

c.Place the deck lift pedal in the desired mowing height setting.

d.Reinsert the shoulder bolts (with each gauge wheel) into the index hole that leaves approximately ½-inch between the bottom of the wheel and the pavement.

Parking Brake Adjustment

If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when the brake lever is completely engaged, or if the tractor’s rear wheels can roll with the parking brake applied (and the hydrostatic relief valve open), the brake is in need of adjustment. See your Cub Cadet dealer to have the brake properly adjusted.

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