Hustler Turf 929125 - Manual (Page 83)

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position (FIG. 34). However, should the tractor begin to creep, the control lever linkage can be adjusted as follows:
CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT
Before considering any adjustment, check the tire air pressure. Unequal tire pressure will cause the tractor to drift to
one side. Refer to tire pressure information in the Maintenance section of this manual.
NOTE: Proper park brake adjustment must be completed before the control
lever neutral adjustment can be done.
Fine adjustment to the unit’s steering is made with the transaxle control rod. (FIG. 35).
Neutral is properly adjusted when the control levers are in the park brake position and the ZT 2800 transaxles do not
“whine”.
If this occurs, the control linkage may be adjusted as follows:
1. Park the unit on a flat surface, raise the rear of the tractor and block with certified jack stand. With the park brakes
set, start the engine (FIG. 37). Once the engine is started, if the ZTs whine while the park brake is engaged, then
neutral needs to be reset. Turn off the engine.
WARNING: Never work under the machine or attachment unless it is safely supported with jack
stands. Make certain machine is secure when it is raised and placed on the jack stands. The jack
stands should not allow the machine to move when the engine is running and the drive wheels are
rotating. Use only certified jack stands. Use only appropriate jack stands, with a minimum weight
rating of 2000 pounds to block the unit up. Use in pairs only. Follow the instructions supplied with the
vehicle stands.
WARNING: This is a dangerous operation - keep hands, hair, clothing, etc., clear of the cooling fans
on top of the ZTs! Exercise extreme caution.
WARNING: .Never attempt to make any adjustments or repairs to the tractor drive system while the
engine is running. The following procedures should be performed by trained maintenance
personnel only.
2. Loosen and back off the jam nuts on both ends of the steering control rod assembly (FIG. 35). Set the steering
control lever in the neutral/brake position.
3. Remove the female spade connectors from the seat switch (located under the seat). These will need to be con-
nected together now to bypass the seat switch to perform the following functions. This must only be done by a
qualified Hustler Dealer.
4. Make sure the steering damper ball studs attached to the frame at the rear of the damper on either side are loose
and allowed to slide in the slot.
FIG. 34
CONTROL LEVER IN THE
CONTROL
LEVER
NEUTRAL POSITION