MTD YARD-MAN 970 Owner's Manual page 16

DRIVE CLUTCH CONTROL ADJUSTMENT
The drive clutch control adjustment wheel is located in the drive clutch control handle housing and is used to
tighten or loosen the drive belt. You will have to adjust the drive clutch control if any of the following happens:
• The mower does not propel itself with the drive clutch engaged.
• The mower's drive wheels hesitate with the drive clutch engaged.
To resolve the above problems, rotate the adjustment wheel with your fingers. Clockwise to tighten the cable and
counter-clockwise to loosen the cable. See Figure 12.
Note;
For some people the drive clutch handle may not be in a comfortable position. You can adjust the handle
out by tightening the adjustment wheel.
SHIFT LEVER CABLE ADJUSTMENT
Periodic adjustment of the six speed shift cable may be required due to normal wear on the cable. Adjustment is
needed if all six speeds do not work.
The adjustable cable bracket is located on the left side of the mower, beside the engine. Follow steps 1 through 7
to adjust the shift lever.
Bottom View
Step 1. Start engine.
Step 2. Place speed control in the sixth speed
position.
Step 3. Stop engine.
Step 4. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it.
Step 5. Loosen hex nut (A) which secures the
adjustable cable bracket.
Step 6. Push back on the adjustable cable bracket.
Step 7. Tighten hex nut (A).
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