If the drive wheels consistently rotate when foot pedal control is in neutral, go to step 4.
Ifthedrivewheelsinconsistentlyrotate,i.e.drive wheels sometimes rotate and sometimes do not when foot pedal is not depressed, then check neutraladjustmentboltfor"zerofreeplay"inneutral controlspring.
If there is free play in the foot pedal have your SCAG servicing dealer inspect the machine and repair it as needed.
4.If the drive wheels rotate in the forward travel direction,turntheadjustmentboltclockwiseuntilthe tire rotation stops. If the drive wheels rotate in the backward travel direction, turn the adjustment bolt
Neutral Control
Spring
9/16" Socket | SGB029 |
Figure 5. Neutral Adjustment
5.Check the adjustment of the right foot control pedal for full forward speed. The pedal should rest on the foot plate when the pump is stroked in the full forward position. To make an adjustment, discon- nect the ball joint from the pedal arm and loosen the jam nut (See Figure 6). Place the foot control pedal forward against the foot rest and adjust the ball joint on the rod until the stud aligns with the hole in the arm. Bolt the ball joint to the arm and tighten the jamnut.
Jam Nut
Ball Joint | SGB030 |
Figure 6. Foot Control Pedal Adjustment
6.Start the engine. The wheels should rotate only when the foot control pedal is depressed.
BELT TENSION
CAUTION:
Stop engine and remove the key from the ignition before making any adjustments. Wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop before beginning work.
The Hydro Drive Belt is spring-loaded and does not require adjustment.
To adjust cutter deck drive and blade belts:
1. Remove belt cover.
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