Adjustments - Cub Cadet 2518 w/48" Mower Deck Operator's Manual

This section contains adjustment information for the
Model 2518 tractor. Adjustment information for the 48
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.
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,
To increase the braking force—
To decrease the braking force—
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 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.
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.
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.
Tighten the jam nut against the ferrule, then insert
the ferrule into the brake cam and secure with the
intenal cotter pin.
BRAKE
CAM
Figure 11. Viewed from top (fender off).
HEX JAM NUT
ADJUSTMENT
FERRULE
INTERNAL
COTTER PIN
BRAKE ROD
SPRING