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8
Adjusting the Pivot Spring
Tension and the Adjustable
Rod Assembly
No Parts Required
Procedure
1.
Position the lift handle in the top detent position.
2.
Measure the distance between the traction unit
frame and the pivot tube as shown in
Figure 18
The right side of the machine shown
1. Measure this distance.
If the clearance is not between 0.06 to 0.18 inch,
adjust the adjustable rod as follows:
A.
Remove the bolt and nut that secures the
rod to the pivot tube
Figure 19
1. Ball joint
Figure
18.
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2. Decrease the gap
B.
Rotate the ball joint shown in
change the length of the rod as follows:
•
To increase the gap, shorten the rod.
•
To decrease the gap, lengthen the rod.
C.
Install the rod with the bolt and the locknut,
and test the clearance again.
D.
Repeat this procedure until the gap is
correct.
3.
Tighten the locknuts that secure the spring rod
until 1/4 to 1/2 inch (6 mm to 13 mm) of the
threads are showing to apply tension to the
spring
(Figure
1. 1/4 to 1/2 inches of threads showing (6 mm to 13 mm)
Note:
Adjusting the spring rod will vary the lift
effort of the system; the longer the bolt ends,
the easier it will be to lift the toolbar. Adjust the
springs so that the lift force is comfortable. The
greater the tension on the assist spring, the less
ground pressure there will be on the toolbar.
4.
Install the right-hand wheel shroud.
5.
Install the rear wheels and remove the jack
stands from under the rear of the machine; refer
to your machine's Operator's Manual.
9
Adjusting the Toolbar
Transport Height
No Parts Required
Procedure
1.
Position the lift handle to the transport position
(upper most notch).
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Figure 19
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Figure 20
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