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HYDRAULIC MAINTENANCE
ADJUSTING TRACTION DRIVE FOR
NEUTRAL (Fig. 42)
The machine must not creep when traction pedal is
released. If it does creep, an adjustment is required.
1. Park machine on a level surface, shut engine off
and move shift lever to HI" position. Depress only the
left brake pedal and engage the parking brake.
2. Jack up right side of machine until front tire is off the
shop floor. Support machine with jack stands to prevent
it from falling accidentally.
3. Under left side of machine, loosen locknut on
traction adjustment cam.
Figure 42
1. Traction Adjustment Cam
2. Locknut
2
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4. Start engine and rotate cam hex in either direction
until wheel ceases rotation.
WARNING
Engine must be running so final adjustment of
the traction adjustment cam can be performed.
To guard against possible personal injury,
keep hands, feet, face and other parts of the
body away from the muffler, other hot parts of
the engine, and other rotating parts.
5. Tighten locknut locking adjustment.
6. Stop the engine and release the right brake.
Remove jack stands and lower the machine to the shop
floor. Test drive the machine to make sure it does not
creep.