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ADJUSTMENTS 7
7.3 WEIGHT TRANSFER ADJUSTMENT _____________________________________
The weight transfer bias can be adjusted on the lift valve.
The valve is accessible from the front of the machine and is
situated under the right hand side of the footplate when
facing the machine (left hand side when viewed from the
operating position).
To adjust.
1. Loosen the locknut A. Hold the threaded shaft with the
Allen Key B.
2. Use the Allen key B rotate the shaft in the direction D
to increase the weight on the drive wheels. To
decrease the weight transfer to the drive wheels,
rotate the shaft in direction C. When the traction
control button is operated on the control pod, the
weight distribution you set will engage.
Use the Weight Transfer to adjust for the cutting unit
movement on rough ground and for traction on slopes.
To set the Weight Transfer, use 1/4-turn at a time then
test the weight transfer.
3. Hold the threaded shaft with the Allen Key B. Tighten the Locknut A.
7.4 ENGINE: FAN BELT ___________________________________________________
Check And Adjust The Fan Belt
Use the procedure shown to check the belt tension at the centre of the belt
between crank shaft and alternator pulleys.
1. Loosen the bolt (A) and the pivot bolt below the alternator.
2. Move the alternator to tighten or loosen the belt. Set a deflection of 7 to
9 mm at the centre (B) with a load 10Kgf (98N/22lbs) for a new belt. Set
a deflection of 8 - 10 mm for used belts.
3. Tighten the bolts.