Bolens 132-698A - Manual (Page 14)

FIGURE 22. TOE-IN DIAGRAM
Dimension “B” should be approximately 1/8" less
than Dimension “A.” See figure 22.
A. ) To increase Dimension “B,” screw tie rod into
tie rod end.
B. ) To decrease Dimension “B,” unscrew tie rod
from tie rod end.
C. ) Reassemble tie rod. Check dimensions. Read­
just if necessary.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
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J WARNING {
If any adjustments are made to the
engine while the engine is running
(e.g. carburetor), disengage all
clutches and blades. Keep clear of
all moving parts. Be careful of
heated surfaces and muffler.
Minor carburetor adjustment may be required to
compensate for differences in fuel, temperature,
altitude and load. To adjust the carburetor, refer
to the separate engine manual packed with your
unit.
BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
During normal operation of this machine, the
brake is subject to wear and will require periodic
examination and adjustment.
A
CAUTION
Do not have the engine running
when you adjust the brake.
To adjust the brake, proceed as follows.
1. Tighten the inside nut until the cam lever can
not be moved by hand.
2. Loosen the inside nut until the cam lever can
be pushed forward so that there is a 1/8" to
3/16" space between the cam lever and stop
bolt. See figure 23.
FIGURE 23.
3. Tighten the outside nut against the inside nut,
using two 1 / 2 " wrenches. See figure 24.
NOTE
Friction pads must be replaced when
the inside of cam lever touches the
housing.
1/2" Wrench
Outside-fJuf
FIGURE 24.
LUBRICATION
STEERING GEARS
Lubricate teeth of steering gears with automotive
multi-purpose grease after every 25 hours of
operation or once a season. See figure 25.
STEERING SHAFT
Lubricate steering shaft at least once a season
with light oil.
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