Adjustments - Cub Cadet 3204 Operator's Manual

SECTION 8: ADJUSTMENTS
Seat Adjustment
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.
To allow for the comfort of the operator,
an easy to operate adjustable seat is a
feature of this tractor. To adjust the
seat forward or back, slide the seat
adjustment lever to the left and
reposition the seat to the desired
location. Once you have found a
comfortable position, release the seat
adjustment lever. See Figure 14.
Seat Adjustment Lever
Figure 14
Front Wheel Alignment
Note:
The left-hand ball joint is left-
hand threaded. The right-hand ball
joint is right-hand threaded.
The front wheels should toe-in approx-
imately 1/8 inch. Measure distances A
and B. A should be approximately 1/8
inch less than B. See Figure 15.
B
Front
A
Figure 15
To adjust toe-in loosen left and right
ball joint jam nuts. See Figure 16.
Turn the tie rod in or out of ball joints
as required. Tighten the jam nuts
against the ball joints.
Check for proper adjustment and
readjust as necessary.
Steering Axle
Hex Jam Nut
Ball Joint
Figure 16
Brake Inspection and Adjustment
During normal operation, the tractor
brake is subject to minimal wear. How-
ever, the brake should be periodically
tested, and adjusted if necessary.
Checking the Brake.
Place the tractor on a firm and level
surface. Stop the engine and remove
the ignition key.
Pull and lock the transmission release
rod in the "Transmission Released"
position. Perform the following checks:
NOTE: The tractor may be difficult to
push because of the hydro transmis-
sion's braking action.
• Engage the parking brake. If the
tractor can be pushed forward or
rearward, the braking force must be
increased.
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Hex Lock Nut
Tie Rod