Cub Cadet 1420 User Manual

1. Hairpin Cotter
2. Flat Washer
3. Brake Rod
4. Spring
5. Hex Nut
^^NOTE
At least 3 threads on the end of the brake
rod must remain visible following this adjust¬
ment.
2. Reconnect the brake rod and secure it with flat
washer and hairpin cotter.
Recheck the adjustment making certain correct
adjustment is reached before operating the tractor. If
the tractor still cannot be pushed following this adjust¬
ment, and with the brake pedal lock released, see
your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer.
ADJUSTING THE BRAKES (1420 Tractor)
During normal operation of this tractor, the brakes are
subject to wear and will need periodic examination
and adjustment.
To check the brake adjustment, place tractor on a
level surface, and engage the hydrostatic dump valve
so unit can be pushed. Perform the following checks:
1. Engage the brake pedal lock [when the brake
pedal is fully depressed, and the linkage is prop¬
erly adjusted, the speed control lever will
automatically move to the neutral ("N") position].
If the unit can be moved forward or rearward, the
brake force must be increased.
2. Release the brake pedal lock. If the unit cannot
be moved forward or rearward, the brake force
must be decreased.
Refer to the following instructions to increase or
decrease brake force.
To increase the brake force, refer to Figure 20 and
proceed as follows:
1. Place the tractor on a level surface, with the
brake pedal lock disengaged.
2. While working from the rear of the tractor, turn
the nut located on the end of the brake rod,
clockwise one full turn at a time, until correct
adjustment is achieved.
Recheck the adjustment making certain correct
adjustment is reached before operating the tractor. If
the tractor can still be pushed with brake pedal locked
and dump valve engaged, see your authorized Cub
Cadet Dealer.
To decrease brake force, refer to Figure 20 and
proceed as follows:
1. While working from the rear of the tractor, turn
the nut located on the end of the brake rod, coun¬
terclockwise one full turn at a time, until correct
adjustment is achieved.
Recheck the adjustment, making certain correct
adjustment is reached before operating the tractor.
Following this adjustment, release the brake pedal
lock and engage the dump valve. If the tractor still
cannot be pushed, see your authorized Cub Cadet
Dealer.
2. Brake Rod
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Cub Cadet 1420 Specifications

General

Brand	Cub Cadet
Model	1420
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English