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Section 6
6.2 BLADE BRAKE CABLE ADJUSTMENT
CAUTION
Stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire
before making any adjustments. Wait for all
moving parts to come to a complete stop before
beginning work.
CAUTION
The engine and drive unit can get hot during
operation causing burn injuries. Allow engine
and drive components to cool before making any
adjustments.
An adjustment to the blade brake cable should be made whenever a
new cable or belt is installed.
1.
Shut the engine off and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2.
Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug.
3.
Remove the belt cover and remove any debris that has collected
on the mower.
4.
With the blade control bar in the disengaged position, adjust
until there is a slight amount of tension on the cable. Adjust the
tension on the cable by using the adjustment nuts. Turning the
cable jacket away from the engine to decrease the tension See
Figure 6-3.
5.
Back off on the tension approximately 1/4 turn on the cable
adjustment and tighten the jam nuts.
Figure 6-3. Blade Brake Cable Spring
6.
Test the blade engagement.
If making the adjustment as outlined does not
allow for proper blade engagement or blade
stop, contact your local Authorized Scag Power
Equipment Dealer.
6.3 SELF-PROPEL DRIVE ADJUSTMENT
An adjustment to the self-propel drive cable should be made whenever
a new cable or belt is installed.
1.
Shut the engine off and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2.
Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug.
3.
If the grass catcher bag is installed, remove it from the mower.
4.
Using a piece of scrap material, broom handle or other object
wider that the handle bars, lift and support the rear cover to gain
access to the rear of the mower. See Figure 6-4.
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BLADE BRAKE CABLE
CHECK HERE
ADJUST BLADE BRAKE
CABLE HERE
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