Cub Cadet SLTX1000 Series - Manual (Page 63)

HYDRO. DRIVE AND BRAKE SYSTEM
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4. Check the brakes: See Figure 5.3.
4a. The brake linkage applies the brakes and dis-
engages the drive belt. Confirm that both parts
of the linkage are moving properly.
• When the brake pedal is released, the transmis-
sion drive belt should be under tension. It should
take about 3 lbs (1.36 Kg.) of force at the center of
the longest span of the belt to move the belt 1/2”
(1.3 cm) inward.
• If the belt is not tensioning properly, the drive will
slip. Some belt noise may be present, but the
transmission itself will not make much noise.
• Accelerated belt wear, and the presence of black
belt residue, are cause to check the belt tensioner
linkage.
• If the brake is dragging, the transmission is likely to
make growling noises and run hot.
• The rotor may be discolored from heat.
4b. If the linkage is working properly, but the brakes
seem to be dragging, check the caliper.
See Figure 5.4.
• When the brakes are released, it should be possi-
ble to wiggle the brake rotor within the caliper.
• If the rotor is tight in the caliper, check the caliper
adjustment.
Check the operation of the caliper to confirm that it is
not stuck.
• When the brake pedal is released, the brake arm
on the caliper should fall completely back against
the stop.
Figure 5.3
Belt tension
gauge
Figure 5.4
Brake
return spring
Travel stop
Brake arm
Actuator spring