Exmark Metro Operator's Manual page 19

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3.13 Install and adjust wheel drive linkages.
nyloc nut (See Figure 5). Torque the 3/8" nut to 35 ft. lbs. (47 N⋅m).
b) Shift lever to second gear and check alignment of lever in slot of shifter plate.
Clearance between top of lever and the top of the slot should be about equal to the
clearance between bottom of the lever and the bottom of the slot (See Figure 6).
If it is not, remove lever and bend it slightly to adjust. DO NOT bend lever while
it is attached to transmission. Reinstall lever and tighten hardware.
c) Shift to neutral position. Lever should not contact the left edge of the upper
slot. Push lever down. Lever should not contact the right edge of the bottom
slot (See Figure 7). Shifter plate can be adjusted
of lever relative to the slot in plate. Loosen the two bolts securing the shifter
plate to the shifter lever legs. Adjust shifter plate and retighten bolts.
FIGURE 5
SHIFTER LEVER
TO TRANSMISSION
For Pistol Grip Handles:
a) Screw threaded end of drive linkages into swivels in wheel drive idler arms.
b) Insert clevis pin from bolt bag through drive linkage, lever and slot in the
neutral lock/park brake latches (See Figure 8). Make proper adjustments
before adding hairpins.
Clevis Pin
Drive Linkage
LEVER AND ROD ADJUSTMENT
c) Adjust drive linkage length by threading into or out of the swivel until there is a
3/16" to 1/4" (.47-.64 cm) clearance between the linkage assembly and the
bottom of the slot in the neutral lock/park brake latch (See Figure 9).
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FIGURE 6
THIS CLEARANCE SHOULD BE EQUAL
FIGURE 7
THIS CLEARANCE SHOULD BE EQUAL
Neutral Lock/Park Brake
Drive Lever
FIGURE 8
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ide to side to adjust position
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