Snapper Return-to-NeutralAdjustment, B D, 3.25”, CE F A, 8.23 cm, Adjustment, tractor on level ground

WARNING

To avoid serious injury, perform adjustments only with engine stopped, key removed and

tractor on level ground.

Figure 30. Neutral Return Spring Adjustment

1. Lock the ground speed control leverReproductionin the neutralforA. Rear Set Collar B. Neut al Return R d

position.C. Neut al Return Spri g

2. Measure the length of the neutral return spring D. Front Set C llar

(C, Figure 30) it should be set at 3.25” (8.23 cm). E. Neutral Re urn Bushing

If the spring does not measure 3.25”Not(8.23 cm) F. Spring S op Pla e loosen the front set collar (D) and rear set c llar

(A), then move the front set collar forward r back on the neutral return rod (B) until the spring length equals 3.25” (8.23 cm). Retighten the front set collar.

3. Make sure that the neutral return bushing (E) is seated correctly in the spring stop plate (F).

4. Position the rear set collar so that it sets tightly against the neutral return bushing and tight n.

5. Pull the ground speed control lever r arward and release to check position again. Adjust as necessary to align the ground speed control levers with the notches in the neutral lock plate.

It is important to note that after every adjustment of the neutral return rod, the lever must be pulled rearward and released to properly check the neutral position.

Return-to-Neutral Adjustment

To determine if is necessary to adjust the neutral return, perform the following steps.

1.Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake and turn off the engine.

2.Move the ground speed control levers into the operating position, pull levers rearward and release.

3.Move the ground speed control levers out towards the neutral position. If the levers do not align with the notches in the neutral lock plate, it is necessary to adjust the neutral return rod (B, Figure 30).

Adjustment

Regular Maintenance

3.25”

8.23 cm

B D

CE F A

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