Bolens LT-185 - Manual (Page 14)

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WARNING: Before leaving the
operator's position for any reason,
disengage the blades, place the hydrostatic
control lever in neutral, engage the parking
brake, shut engine off and remove the key.
When stopping the unit to empty a grass bag, etc.,
follow the instructions above. This procedure will
also eliminate “browning” the grass, which is caused
by hot exhaust gases from a running engine.
GRASS COLLECTOR AVAILABLE
Grass Collector Model 190-103 is available as
optional equipment.
A WARNING: The mower should not be
operated without the entire grass catcher
or chute deflector in place.
NOTE: Under normal usage bag material is subject
to wear, and should be checked periodically. Be sure
to use only factory authorized replacement bag.
SECTIONS: ADJUSTMENTS
A WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug
wires and ground against the engine before
performing any adjustments, repairs or
maintenance.
QUICK ADJUSTMENT SEAT
To adjust the position of the seat, move the seat
adjustment lever {located under the seat) to the left.
Slide the seat forward or backwards. See Figure 14.
Make sure seat is locked into one of the six
adjustment positions before operating lawn tractor.
HYDROSTATIC NEUTRAL CONTROL
ADJUSTMENT
The hydrostatic transmission control is in correct
adjustment when the tractor does not move with the
engine running, the clutch engaged and the
hydrostatic control lever in the neutral position.
If adjustment is necessary, follow these steps:
1. Raise both rear wheels off the ground by placing
blocks under the rear frame.
2. Remove transmission panel by removing the
parking brake knob, rubber boot on hydro relief
valve and truss machine screws.
3. Loosen the hex jam nut on the speed selector
adjusting rod. See Figure 15.
Figure 15
Loosen the hex nut on the scissor mounting
bracket. See Figure 15.
Start the engine and run at full throttle.
Move the hydrostatic control lever until you find
neutral (rear wheels do not rotate in either
direction).
Depress the clutch-brake pedal until the scissor
brackets come together.
Shut off the engine.
Tighten the hex nut on the scissor mounting
bracket.
10. Thread the speed selector rod in or out of the
ferrule until the hydrostatic control lever lines up
in the neutral position on the speed control index
bracket.
11. Tighten hex jam nut against the ferrule.
12. Replace the transmission panel, parking brake
knob and rubber boot on the relief valve.
13. Remove the blocks from under the frame and
test the operation of the tractor.
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