Adjusting Brake Force - White Outdoor Z - 180, Z - 180L, Z - 200 Operator's Manual

ADJUSTING BRAKE FORCE

Frame
1. Place the Z-series on level surface without the brake engaged and place blocks behind the wheels.
2. Turn the engine OFF and remove the key from the ignition.
3. From underneath the Z-series directly behind the caster wheel pivot bar, locate the brake rods. There are two,
one on the right and one on the left. (See Figure 13)
If:
Increased force is needed
Decreased force is needed
4. The factory sets a 1/16" gap minimum between the brake arm and frame of the Z-Series.
More adjustment may be necessary. (See Figure 13)
NOTE:
If after adjusting the brake, the proper force has not been obtained more adjustment may be required.
5. Repeat process on the other brake rod.
6. Check the operation of the brakes before operating. If the adjustment does not help, see your dealer.
Brake Arm
Measure Gap
Figure 13
Then:
Rotate brake rods clockwise.
Rotate brake rods counterclockwise.
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Brake Rod