MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS 3. Looking underneath the
transmission on the left
side of the riding mower,
locate the rectangular
brake plate inspection
opening in the
transmission case.
4. Using a feeler gauge,
measure the gap between
the first and second plate,
as shown. If the gap is not
1.3 mm (0.052 inch), the
freeplay must be adjusted.
1.3 mm (0.052 in.)
Brake Pedal Freeplay Adjustment 1. Locate the brake assembly
and adjustment nut below
the muffler. Tighten the
adjustment nut until
resistance is felt, then turn
it back 314 turn for gear
transmission models or 3
v
l/2 turn for the hydrostatic
transmission model. (The
hydrostatic model has a
locknut. Loosen it before
tightening the adjustment
nut.) Recheck the freeplay
measurement again. Take
care not to over-tighten the
adjustment nut.
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