SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT (SELECT MODELS)

The shock assembly can be adjusted to vary the

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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

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Better handling and greater stability on hilly terrain

 

TO ADJUST THE SPRING PRE-LOAD:

 

 

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1.

Park machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage

 

 

the PTO, stop the engine and engage the parking

 

 

brake.

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2.

See Figure 28. Turn the pre-load adjustment

 

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collar (A) CLOCKWISE to increase the pre-load,

 

 

 

turn COUNTER-CLOCKWISE to decrease the pre-

 

 

 

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load. Make sure both front shocks are set o

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same amount of pre-load. Make sure b th rear

 

 

 

shocks are set to the same amount of pre-l ad.

 

Fig re 28. Suspension Adjustment

NOTE: After adjusting the front shock assembly,

 

 

A. Front Shock Adjustment Collar

move the o-ring against the adjustment collar to

 

 

B. Rear Shock Adjustment Collar

prevent the collar from loosening during operation.

 

 

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