Park Brake - MacDon M150 2008 Operator's Manual

7.8.5

Park Brake

The brake is applied when the interlock is fully
engaged. To engage the interlock and hence
the brake, the GSL must be in the N-DETENT
position and the steering wheel centered.
7.8.5.1 Interlock Switch
DANGER
Stop engine and remove key from ignition
before leaving operator's seat for any
reason. A child or even a pet could engage
an idling machine.
The GSL switch is located inside the console but
can easily be removed for adjustment or
replacement. Check that GSL contacts switch
lever and pushes plunger.
switch as follows:
a. Place GSL in N-DETENT, shutdown engine and
remove key.
B
b. Remove the five screws (A) securing control
panel (B) to console, remove panel and store in
the tray.
c. From inside the console pull switch support (C)
so that rubber nuts (D) pull out of mounting
holes and remove switch support from console.
Form # 169017
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE
Adjust or replace
A
D
C
d. Adjust switch (E) as follows:
E
1. Loosen screws (F) and rotate switch on
support sufficiently so that GSL will contact
switch lever (G) and push in the plunger.
2. Tighten screws (F).
e. Replace switch as follows:
1. Disconnect wiring harness at connector (G).
2. Cut nylon ties (H).
3. Remove screws (F) and remove switch.
4. Install new switch on support with screws.
5. Secure harness to support (C) with nylon
ties (H).
6. Connect harness to console wiring (G).
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F
A
G
F
H
G
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Issue – June 2008