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4 Adjustments
Neutral Adjustment - Hydro-Gear
NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT
Broadmoor (Hydro-Gear 311-0750 and 311-
0800 Transaxle Models)
Perform the following adjustment if the shift lever must
be moved out of the neutral gate to prevent forward or
reverse tractor movement. With the clutch/brake pedal
released, a small amount of travel in the shift lever may
be required to fully stop tractor.
1. Position tractor on flat level ground. Make sure the
ground speed control lever is seated securely in the
neutral gate.
2. Raise the rear of tractor off the ground . See
Elevating Rear End for Safe Service.
3. Loosen nut (A, Figure 3) securing the front shift rod to
the idler pivot assembly (B). The carriage bolt must
be free to move in the shift rod slot.
4. Start the tractor and rotate the hydro cam lever (C)
until rear wheels stop moving. Shut off tractor engine.
5. Tighten nut (A) securely.
6. Check operation of tractor for any movement with shift
lever in neutral gate. Perform the return-to-neutral
adjustment (refer to the following page).
WARNING
When making adjustment, keep hands, hair,
clothing, and tools away from rotating belts.
Grasp cam lever at base to keep hand several
inches below belt rotating around idler pulley
assembly. Careless or improper attention may
result in serious injury.
Figure 3. Neutral Adjustment
A. Nut
B. Idler Pivot Assembly
C. Hydro Cam Lever
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