Simplicity Manufacturing TP 300-3883-02-CH-SN - Manual (Page 12)

Champion Series
TP 300-3883-02-CH-SN 9/2003 12
2"
3/16"
Figure 14. Parking Brake Adjustment
A. Brake Spring
B. Set Collar
C. Locknut
Parking Brake
Adjustment
1. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, block the front
wheels, remove the ignition key, and engage the
parking brake. For easier access to the brake adjust-
ment linkage, the rear wheels may be removed.
2. Check the brake spring (A, Figure 14) length (both
wheels). With the brake engaged the compressed
spring length should be 2” (5 cm). If not, adjust the
locknut (C) to achieve the compressed spring length
of 2” (5 cm).
3. After achieving the correct spring compression, check
the set collar gap (B). With the parking brake
engaged, the set collar gap should be 3/16" (5 mm).
If not, loosen the set collar screw and move the collar
to the correct position.
A
C
B
INCREASE DECREASE
Figure 15. Front Suspension Adjustment
A. Pre-Load Adjustment Collar
Front Suspension
Adjustment
(Select Models)
The shock assembly can be adjusted to vary the amount
of pre-load applied to the springs. This allows the opera-
tor to customize the ride according to operator’s weight
and operating conditions.
LESS PRE-LOAD:
• Light operator weight
• Softer, more cushioned ride
• Best for relatively flat terrain
MORE PRE-LOAD:
• Heavy operator weight
• Stiffer, more rigid ride
• Better handling and greater stability on hilly terrain
TO ADJUST THE SPRING PRE-LOAD:
1. Park machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage the
PTO, stop the engine and engage the parking brake.
2. See Figure 25. Turn the pre-load adjustment collar
(A) CLOCKWISE to increase the pre-load, turn
COUNTER-CLOCKWISE to decrease the pre-load.
Make sure both shocks are set to the same amount
of pre-load.
A
3. Secure the set collar by placing the rubber o-ring
against it.