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7. If it tracks to the left, loosen the bolts and adjust the
right stop plate on the right T-slot until the machine
tracks straight (Figure 58).
8. Tighten the stop plate (Figure 58).
Figure 58
Left control lever shown
1. Control lever
2. Bolt
Checking the Tire Pressure
Service Interval: Every 50 hours/Monthly (whichever
comes first)
Maintain the air pressure in the rear tires at 13 psi (90
kPa). Uneven tire pressure can cause uneven cut. Check
the tires when they are cold to get the most accurate
pressure reading.
Note: The front tires are semi-pneumatic tires and do
not require air pressure maintenance.
3. Stop plate
Checking the Wheel Hub
Slotted Nut
Service Interval: After the first 100 hours
Every 500 hours
1. Remove the cotter pin.
2. Torque the slotted nut to 200 ft-lb (271 N-m).
3. Check the distance from the bottom of the slot in
the nut to the inside edge of the hole. Two threads
(0.1 inch) or less should be showing.
1. 0.1 inch max
4. If more than two threads (0.1 inch) are showing,
remove the nut and install a washer between the hub
and the nut.
5. Torque the slotted nut to 200 ft-lb (271 N-m).
6. Then tighten the nut until the next set of slots line
up with the cross hole in the shaft. Do not loosen
the nut to align the slot. If required, tighten to the
next set of slots.
7. Install the cotter pin. Use a new cotter pin if needed.
Note: Do not use anti-seize on the wheel hub.
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Figure 59
Figure 60
2. No more than two threads
(0.1 inch max) should be
showing here.
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