Scag Power Equipment SWM-52A, Operator'S Manual

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TRACKING ADJUSTMENT

-NOTE-

Before proceeding with this adjustment, be sure
that the tire pressures are correct, (see page 7)
and that the neutral adjustment and the steering
control rod adjustment have been completed.

1. With the machine on a flat level surface, start the

engine and place the speed adjustment lever into the
speed that will most often be used.

2. Squeeze the steering control levers and release the

neutral latch. Slowly release the steering control
levers, allowing the machine to move forward.

PARKING BRAKE

1. Adjust the parking brake so that when the brake

hand lever is against the stop on the handle bar, the
brake levers on the brake shaft weldment are
against the stops on the engine deck.

2. Adjust the brake actuator rod on either side of the

machine to obtain proper brake adjustment.

CAUTION:

Adjust the brake only enough to hold the
machine.  Excessive force may cause damage
to the machine or brake components.

WARNING:

BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO MAKE ANY
TRACKING ADJUSTMENTS:

1.  Move the speed adjustment lever to the
     neutral position.

2.  Place the blade engagement switch in the
     OFF position.

3.  Apply the parking brake.

4.  Move the steering control levers into the

neutral position.

3. If the machine pulls to one side. Stop the mower by

placing the steering control levers in the neutral
position. Using the adjustment wrench located on the
left side of the machine, turn the tracking adjustment
nut on the slower side counter clockwise until the
machine tracks straight. (See Figure 14)

4. Bring the steering control levers back to the neutral

lock position and check to see that the machine does
not creep forward on the adjusted wheel.

5. If the machine creeps in neutral you have moved out

of the neutral band and will have to turn the tracking
adjustment nut clockwise until the machine does not
creep.

6. Repeat steps 1 and 2. If the machine continues to

pull to one side, stop the mower by placing the
steering control levers in the neutral position. Turn
the tracking adjustment nut on the faster side clock-
wise until the machine tracks straight.

7. If tracking cannot be achieved, contact your Scag

servicing dealer.

Figure 14.  Tracking Adjustment