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(12) Adjusting HST control linkage (HST type)
Check if the HST tractor stops when taking off your foot from the HST pedal while driving the tractor
in “Low speed” of the range gear shift lever. If the tractor does not stop and moves slowly, stop the
tractor with using the brake pedals. To adjust the neutral position of the HST models, contract your
authorized local dealer and comply with the following instructions.
Adjustment of NEUTRAL set of
the HST control.
1. Stop tractor on a flat ground and stop the engine.
2. Lift the rear wheels of the tractor off the ground
sufficiently by using a hoist. If there is no hoist,
use the suitable device can lift the tractor safely.
For tractor weight, refer to the chapter 6.
“Dimension and Specification” in this manual.
3. Place the 4WD lever to 2WD position and apply
the wheel chocks to the front wheels. It is
necessary for the tractor not to move when the
engine starts.
4. Start the engine.
5. After loosening bolt(1) slightly, adjust the neutral
arm (3) with turning the shaft(2) to the left/right
direction little by little so that the roller(4)
contacts to the center of the HST cam when the
tractor has to be stopped. After adjusting,
tighten the bolt(1).
6. If necessary, after loosening locking nuts(5)
slightly, turn HST rod(6) clockwise/counter-
clockwise to adjust the position of the forward
and reverse pedal to be same height. After
adjusting the position, tighten the locking nuts(5).
7. Check if the HST neutral switch(8) is pressed by
the linkage or not. If the switch is not pressed,
loosen the locking screw(7) and adjust the
position of the HST neutral switch(8).
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▶When adjusting, DO NOT get close to the rotating parts. It may cause a serious
injury.
▶When lifting the rear of the tractor, the tractor may incline to the left or right by
oscillating angle of the front axle. Insert suitable chocks between front axle and
engine frame symmetrically and tightly.
Caution