Simplicity 16HP V-Twin manual Brake Adjustment, Mower Adjustments

Troubleshooting, Adjustment, 81 Service

BRAKE ADJUSTMENT

1.Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, block the wheels, and remove the ignition key. DO NOT engage the parking brake.

2.Remove the mower deck (see Mower Deck Removal).

3.Locate the brake spring (A, Figure 37) and adjust- ment nut (B).

4.With the parking brake disengaged check the brake spring (A) for movement. The spring should not be loose.

There should be no more that ,002” clearance between the spring (A) and the adjustment nut

(B)-however, spring must NOT be compressed.

If this adjustment does not correct a braking problem, see your dealer.

Figure 37. Brake Adjustment Nut

A. Brake Spring B. Adjustment Nut

MOWER ADJUSTMENTS

Cutting Height Adjustment

The cutting height adjustment knob (A, Figure 38) con- trols the mower cutting height. The cutting height is infi- nitely adjustable between 1” and 3-5/B.” Turn the knob clockwise to raise the deck and counterclockwise to lower it.

Figure 38. Mower Cutting Height Adjustment

A. Adjustment Knob

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