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3. Adjust control rod length by threading rod in or out of
rod fitting until there is a 3/16 to 1/4 in. (5 mm to
6 mm) clearance between the control rod and bottom
of neutral/brake lock (Fig. 8).
4. Install control rod to drive lever and neutral/brake
lock. Secure with clevis pin and hairpin cotter.
5. Check neutral/brake lock operation. Refer to Parking
Brake and Neutral Lock on page 17. If adjustment is
required, remove hairpin cotter and clevis pin securing
rod to drive levers.
6. Adjust control rod length by repeating steps 3 and 4
(Fig. 8).
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5
6
4
Figure 8
1. Handle
2. Neutral/Parking brake lock
3. 3/16 in. to 1/4 in. (5 mm to
6 mm) clearance
Parking Brake Adjustment
1. Refer to Brake Service on page 29 for checking brakes
and adjusting them.
Install Hairpin Cotter Pins
Spare height–of–cut spacers may be stored on posts and
retained by a hairpin cotter.
1. On opposite side of muffler, install extra hairpin cotter
pins into front and rear height–of–cut pins (Fig. 9).
2
1
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4. Drive lever
5. Forward speed
6. Control Rod
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Figure 9
1. Hairpin cotter
2. Extra spacers
Operation
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.
Think Safety First
Carefully read all the safety instructions and decals in the
safety section. Knowing this information could help you,
your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury.
The use of protective equipment for eyes, hearing, feet
and head is recommended.
Caution
This machine produces sound levels in excess of
85dBA at the operator's ear and can cause
hearing loss through extended periods of
exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
1
Figure 10
1. Caution
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3. Height–of–cut post
2
2. Wear hearing protection
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