Adjustments - Cub Cadet series 200 LT 2180 Operator's Manual

SECTION III. ADJUSTMENTS
This section contains adjustment information for the
Model LT 2180 tractor. Adjustment information for the
42-inch deck is located in Section V - Mower Deck
beginning on page 33.
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
or rearward to be sure the seat is locked in place.
To adjust the braking force, refer to Figure 11 and
proceed as follows:
1. Place the tractor on a level surface with the brake
pedal lock disengaged. Stop the tractor engine
and remove the ignition key.
2. While working from the underside of the tractor,
facing the threaded end of the rod:
Remove the internal cotter pin from the brake
rod adjustment ferrule and disconnect the fer-
rule from the brake cam.
Loosen the hex jam nut from against the ferrule.
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.
3,
Turn the ferrule counterclockwise (outward) one
full turn to release the slight spring tension.
Tighten the jam nut against the ferrule, then insert
the ferrule into the brake cam and secure with the
intenal cotter pin.
\\ LEVER
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.
BRAKE
CAM
ADJUSTMENT
INTERNAL
COTTER PIN
ROD
SPRING
Figure 11. Viewed from top (fender off).
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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