2. Lengthen the rod if the tire is turning in reverse and
shorten the rod if the tire is turning forward.
3. Rotate the rod several turns if the tire is rotating fast.
Then, adjust the rod in 1/2 turn increments.
4. Release and engage neutral lock checking that the tire
does not rotate. Continue this process until the tire
does not rotate.
5. Place the hairpin back into clevis pin (Fig. 42).
6. Repeat this adjustment for opposite side.
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6
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Figure 42
1. Handle
2. Neutral lock
3. Neutral position
Tracking Adjustment
1. Remove machine from any jack stands.
2. Check the rear tire pressure. Refer to Tire Pressure
Service on page 30.
3. Run the unit and observe the tracking on a level,
smooth, hard surface such as concrete or asphalt.
4. If the unit tracks to one side or the other, turn the quick
track knob . Turn the knob right to steer right and turn
the knob left to steer left (Fig. 43).
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3
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4. Drive lever
5. Full speed forward
6. Control rod
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Figure 43
1. Quick track knob
Adjusting the Electric Clutch
The clutch is adjustable to ensure proper engagement and
proper braking. Check adjustment after every 100 hours of
operation.
1. To adjust clutch, tighten or loosen lock nuts on flange
studs (Fig. 44).
2. Check adjustment by inserting feeler gauge through
slots next to studs (Fig. 44).
3. The proper disengaged clearance between the clutch
plates is .012–.024 in. (0.30-0.60 mm). It will be
necessary to check this clearance at each of the three
slots to ensure the plates are parallel to each other.
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Figure 44
1. Adjusting nut
2. Slot
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2
3
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3. Feeler gauge