Adjustments - Cub Cadet 2185 Operator's Manual

ADJUSTING THE SEAT
WARNING
Do not adjust the seat when the tractor is
moving. Adjusting the seat while the tractor is
moving could cause the operator to lose control
of the tractor.
Before starting the tractor, adjust the seat forward or
rearward to the most comfortable driving position. To
reposition the seat, move the seat adjustment lever
(see Figure 10) upward and slide the seat forward or
rearward. Release the adjustment lever when the seat
is comfortably positioned. Gently rock the seat forward
and rearward once to be sure the seat is locked in
place.
Figure 10
ADJUSTING THE BRAKES
During normal operation of this tractor, the brakes are
subject to wear and will need periodic examination and
adjustment.
To check the brake adjustment, position the tractor on
a firm and level surface. Stop the tractor engine and
remove the ignition key. Pull and lock the transmission
release lever in the "TRANSMISSION RELEASED"
position. Perform the following checks:
1. Engage the brake pedal lock. If the tractor can be
pushed forward or rearward, the braking force
must be increased.
2. Release the brake pedal lock. If the tractor cannot
be pushed forward or rearward, the braking force
must be decreased.
SECTION III. ADJUSTMENTS
To adjust the braking force, refer to Figure 11 and
proceed as follows:
1. Place the tractor on a level surface with the brake
2. While working from the underside of the tractor,
3. Turn the ferrule counterclockwise (outward) one
Recheck the brake adjustment to ensure proper brake
operation before operating the tractor. If brake rod
adjustment does not correct the problem, see your
authorized Cub Cadet dealer.
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pedal lock disengaged. Stop the tractor engine
and remove the ignition key.
facing the threaded end of the rod, remove the
hairpin cotter from the brake rod adjustment
ferrule. Remove the ferrule from the brake cam.
To increase the braking force—
Turn the ferrule clockwise (inward) one full
turn at a time until the ferrule can be inserted
into the brake cam while applying a minimal
tension on the spring.
To decrease the braking force—
Turn the ferrule counterclockwise (outward)
one full turn at a time until the ferrule can be
inserted into the brake cam while applying a
minimal tension on the spring.
full turn to release the slight spring tension, then
insert the ferrule into the brake cam and secure
with the hairpin cotter.
BRAKE
CAM
Figure 11. Viewed from top (fender off).
ADJUSTMENT
FERRULE
HAIRPIN
COTTER
BRAKE ROD
SPRING