Simplicity 24HP manual Parking Brake Adjustment, Troubleshooting, Adjustments, & Service

Troubleshooting, Adjustments, & Service

PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT

1.Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, engage the parking brake, and remove the key from the ignition.

2.Raise the seat plate to gain access to the parking brake components.

3.Measure the distance from the top of the brake spring rod (C, Figure 33) to the top of the lock nut

(D) on both sides of the unit. The measurement should be .50” (1,27 cm). If not, adjust the locknut to achieve the measurement of .50” (1,27 cm).

4.Measure the distance between the bottom of the brake shaft weldment (G) and the top of the set collar (F). The measurement should be .375” (0,95 cm). If not, position the set collar until the measurement equals .375” (0,95 cm).

NOTE: If this procedure does not correct the problem see your dealer.

	C
B	D
	E
A
G	F

Figure 33. Parking Brake Adjustment

A.Brake Spring

B.First Measurement - .50” (1,27 cm)

C.Brake Spring Rod

D.Lock Nut

E.Second Measurement - .375” (0,95 cm)

F.Set Collar

G.Brake Shaft Weldment

SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT (SELECT MODELS)

The shock assembly can be adjusted to vary the amount of pre-load applied to the springs. This allows the operator to customize the ride according to operator’s weight and operating conditions.

LESS PRE-LOAD:

•Light operator weight

•Softer, more cushioned ride

•Best for relatively flat terrain

MORE PRE-LOAD:

•Heavy operator weight

•Stiffer, more rigid ride

•Better handling and greater stability on hilly terrain

TO ADJUST THE SPRING PRE-LOAD:

1.Park machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine and engage the parking brake.

2.See Figure 34. Turn the pre-load adjustment collar

(A) CLOCKWISE to increase the pre-load, turn COUNTER-CLOCKWISE to decrease the pre- load. Make sure both front shocks are set to the same amount of pre-load. Make sure both rear shocks are set to the same amount of pre-load.

NOTE: After adjusting the front shock assembly, move the o-ring against the adjustment collar to prevent the collar from loosening during operation.

A

Figure 34. Suspension Adjustment A. Front Shock Adjustment Collar

Troubleshooting

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