7 - MAINTENANCE
Neutral adjustment
6. Loosen the pivot mounting bolt (2) for the neutral lever
eccentric (1).
7. Turn the eccentric (1) to stop hub movement.
8. Tighten the pivot mounting bolt (2) while holding the
eccentric (1) stationary.
9. Repeat the neutral adjustment check to ensure the cor-
rect adjustment had been obtained.
10. Install the rear wheels. See7-64.
11. Lower the unit to the ground.
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Pedal height adjustment
1. The height of the forward and reverse pedals should be
even.
2. To adjust the pedal height, loosen the jam nuts (1) at
both ends of the rod (2).
3. Rotate the rod (2) until the heights are even, retighten
the jam nuts (1).
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Engine belts - Adjust
WARNING
Rotating parts!
Do not start the engine while you perform this procedure.
Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury.
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Fan and alternator belt
The belt (1) that drives the cooling fan and alternator is
located at the front of the engine.
When 98 N (22 lb) of pressure is applied midway be-
tween the belt pulleys, a correctly tightened belt will de-
ect 10 – 15 mm (0.4 – 0.6 in) .at point (A).
If the fan belt is slipping, fan efîš¿ciency is lowered, re-
sulting in the engine running too hot. Or the alternator
not charging If the belt is too tight, the life of the alter-
nator bearing will be shortened. If the fan belt shows
signs of cracking or fraying, install a new one.
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