Cub Cadet SLT1500 Series - Manual (Page 60)

Series 1000 and 1500
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31.17. Remove the washer and inboard bushing from
the pedal shaft. See Figure 31.17.
31.18. Slide the pedal shaft outboard far enough to cre-
ate clearance to remove the outer pedal shaft
bushing, and remove the bushing.
See Figure 31.18.
NOTE: The inner bushing is a hex flange bush-
ing. The outer bushing is similar, but has one
open side. The “tooth” in the top facet of the
bracket that supports the bushing registers in
open side of the bushing.
31.19. Clean any corrosion or dirt from the surfaces
where the pedal shaft contacts the bushing, and
slip the new bushings into place.
NOTE: Lubrication with grease may accelerate
bushing wear. If lubrication is applied it should
be in dry form such as graphite or PTFE (Teflon).
31.20. Secure the pedal shaft with a new cotter pin and
previously removed washer.
31.21. Install the drive pedal, tightening the screw that
secures it to a torque of 250 in-lbs.
31.22. Move the pedal through it’s range of travel to
check for bind. If binding is encountered:
• Bind in a portion if the travel may be caused by a
bent pedal shaft.
• Constant bind is likely to be caused by a bent
bracket.
• Also check for interference between the park
brake and cruise control interlocks.
31.23. Correct any source of binding. The pedal shaft is
easily removed at this point. The bracket may be
straightened if damage is minor.
31.24. Confirm that no unsafe conditions will arise from
starting the engine.
31.25. Start the engine, and operate it at top-no-load
speed. Note the operation of the transaxle with
the pedal linkage disconnected: An assistant
may be required.
• Growling or whining with brake applied indicates
that the input arm on the transaxle needs adjust-
ment.
• Movement of the left rear wheel or the right drive
hub with the brake released indicates that the
input arm on the transaxle needs adjustment.
• With the hydro control rod disconnected from the
pedal shaft, the input arm on the transaxle
should return to Neutral.
31.26. If the transaxle does not return properly to neu-
tral, adjust the input arm to correct the issue,
then proceed with the following step (23.27).
31.27. If the transaxle returns properly to neutral:
• Adjust and reconnect the hydro control rod as
described in steps 23.28 through 23.30.
• Install the right rear wheel on the tractor, tighten-
ing the lug nuts to a torque of.
• Lower the tractor to the ground and test the
operation of the drive system in a safe area that
is free of hazards, obstacles, and by-standers.
• Install the cutting deck, test all safety features,
and return the tractor to service if everything
works properly.
Figure 31.17
Figure 31.18
Bushing