Simplicity / Snapper ZTR

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 14) 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).

 

C

B

D

 

E

A

 

G

F

 

Figure 14. 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

TP 300-7337-01-CH-SMN

12

8/2007

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Snapper ZT3000 manual Parking Brake Adjustment

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