Hustler Turf 108277 - Manual (Page 106)

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DRIVE STRAIGHT ADJUSTMENT:
1. Initially adjust cap screws all the way in so that the steering levers may go fully forward.
2. Drive tractor in an open area with both steering handles fully forward. The tractor will
likely drift slightly to the left or right.
3. Whichever direction the tractor turns is the slow side. Leave the slow side cap screw
and jam nut so that they are flush with the frame. Holding the cap screw in place, lock
the jam nut.
4. On the fast side, through several iterations, back out the cap screw gradually until the
fast side is slowed to the same speed as the other side and the tractor drives straight.
After adjustment is finished, hold the cap screw still and tighten the jam nut.
Park brake spring adjustment
Occasionally check the park brake spring adjustment using the following method:
1. Shut engine off, place control levers in the park brake position, disengage deck clutch, remove ignition switch key
and disconnect negative battery cable before doing any adjustments.
2. Position the control lever in the park brake position.
3. Measure the park brake spring. It should be compressed to 1-7/16”. If it is not, adjust the nylock nut until the proper
spring compression is achieved (FIG. 67).
4. Repeat for the other side.
Hydraulic pump belt adjustment
The transaxle drive belt tension remains constant by means of a tension idler and spring (FIG. 68). There is no ten-
sion adjustment of this belt.
NOTE: NOTE: Inspect the belt every 100 hours and replace as needed.
Replace the belt every 200 hours or every two (2) years whichever
comes first.
FIG. 66
FIG. 67
CAP SCREW
JAM NUT
1-7/16"
SPRING
NYLOCK NUT
COMPRESSED
SPRING LENGTH