Steering Gear Adjustment; Brake Adjustment - Simplicity RT Series Operator's Manual

STEERING GEAR ADJUSTMENT

If there is excessive slack in the steering system, the
steering gear backlash can be removed.
1. See Figure 28. Locate the steering gear assembly on
the underside of the tractor. Loosen the two nuts and
adjust the bracket so the gear teeth are closely
meshed.
2. Tighten nuts to 36-44 ft. lbs. (49-59 Nm) after adjust-
ment.

BRAKE ADJUSTMENT

1. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, block the
wheels, remove the ignition key, and engage the
parking brake.
2. Remove the mower deck (see Mower Deck
Removal).
3. Locate the brake spring (A, Figure 29) and adjust-
ment nut (B).
4. With the parking brake engaged, measure the com-
pressed spring length. The spring should be 2-1/2"
(6,4 cm) when compressed.
If the spring is not within this range, turn the adjust-
ment nut (B, Figure 29) to compress or release the
spring.
If this adjustment does not correct a braking problem,
see your dealer.
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service
Nuts
Figure 28. Steering Gear Adjustment
Figure 29. Brake Spring Adjustment
A. Brake Spring
B. Adjustment Nut
25
B
A