Ferris IS700Z Series Dealer Setup & Adjustment Instructions Manual page 16

and should not be changed for parking brake adjustment
procedures. The adjustment is achieved by changing the
compressed spring length of the upper parking brake springs.
1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, stop the
engine, and chock the tires.
2. Raise the seat plate.
3. Locate the parking brake springs (A, Figure 33)
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4. With the parking brake engaged measure the
compressed spring length. The spring should
measure 2-1/4" (5,7 cm) when compressed.
5. If the spring length is not 2-1/4" (5,7 cm), release
the parking brake, and turn the adjustment nut (B) to
compress or release the spring.
CAUTION
Do not adjust the spring to be shorter than 2" (5,1 cm) when
compressed. This may damage the brake mechanism.
6. Engage the parking brake and re-measure the spring.
If this does not correct the braking problem, see your
dealer.
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