Rover 460 Maintenance Self Propelled Mowers only, Adjusting the Drive Cable- refer figure

MAINTENANCE - Self Propelled Mowers (only)

Adjusting the Drive Cable- refer figure 18.

WARNING

If cable adjustment is necessary ensure that the drive disengages before starting the mower or it may drive off unattended.

This can be checked by pulling the mower backwards (with the clutch engagement lever released) - the rear wheels should free wheel

CAUTION

Do not over tighten the cable assembly

Every 25 hours:-

ƒMeasure the length of the clutch spring (18mm) when the clutch engagement lever is in the disengaged position. Refer to figure 18.

ƒPush the clutch engagement lever forward until it touches the handlebar (drive engaged position).

The clutch spring should be stretched 10mm longer (28mm). Refer to figure 18.

ƒTo adjust the clutch spring stretch rotate the thumb wheel (A) on the cable support block (one click at a time).

To increase the stretch rotate the thumb wheel (A) in an anti-clockwise direction. To decrease the stretch rotate the thumb wheel

(A) in a clockwise direction. Refer to figure 18.

ƒCheck that the clutch disengages by pulling the mower backwards (with the clutch

engagement lever released) – the rear wheelsFigure 18.

should free wheel. If not do not attempt to	Clutch adjustment
start the mower as it may drive off unattended.

ƒIf the mower free wheels test the mower at all engine speeds ensuring that it self- disengages when the drive clutch engagement lever is released.

ƒIf you still experience problems, see your nearest authorised Rover dealer.

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