3 ADJUSTMENTS
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3 ADJUSTMENTS
3.1 GENERAL________________________________________________________________
1. Adjustments and maintenance should always be
performed by a quali fied technician. If pr oper
adjustment cannot be made, contact an authorized
Jacobsen Dealer.
2. Replace, do not adjust, worn or damaged
components.
3. Long hair, jewelry, or loose fitting clothing may get
tangled in moving parts.
4. Do not change governor settings or overspeed the
engine.
3.2 PARKING BRAKE _________________________________________________________
If optional turn assist brakes are installed, slide the lock
pin toward the rear and to th e left to lock the p edals
together.
NOTE: The brakes installed on the mower are self
adjusting and should not require adjustment under
normal operating conditions. If linings or brake drums
appear worn or damaged, have them replaced
immediately by an experienced service technician.
1. For maximum braking power, a force of 135 lbs. (61
kg) is required to engage the parking brake.
2. Adjust brake rods on the right and left hand sides so
they both begin brake engagement at the same
time. If adjustment is needed, loosen the lock nut
(A), remove the hairpin and clevis pin (B).
3. Rotate clevis (C) as required.
4. Tighten locknut (A). Assemble clevis pin (B) and
hairpin.
5. Additional adjustment is available at the brake arm if
necessary by tightening nut (D). Front wheels must
be removed before making adjustments at brake
arm.
Figure 3A
Figure 3B
WARNING
To prevent injury, lower implements to the ground,
disengage all drives, engage parking brake, stop
engine, and remove key from ignition switch before
making any adjustments or performing maintenance.
Make sure the mower is parked on a solid and level
surface. Never work on a mo wer that is supported
only by the jack. Always use jack stands.
If only the front or rear of the mower is raised, place
chocks in front of and behind the wheels that are not
raised.
CAUTION
Be careful to prevent entrapment of the hands and
fingers between moving and fixed components of the
machine.