Brakes, adjusting - automatic foot control, Service steering and brakes – Scotts S1642 User Manual
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Service Steering and Brakes - 35
SERVICE STEERING AND BRAKES
4. If distance is less than or equal to 2 mm (0.08 in):
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Gradually adjust jam nuts (D) until specified
measurement is obtained.
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Depress brake pedal and LOCK park brake.
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Measure the distance between edge of compression
spring bracket and front edge of brake rod stop tabs. 
Gap should have a minimum distance of 2 mm (0.08 in).
•
Check brake rod compression spring (E). It should
not be completely compressed when park brake is 
locked. A slight air gap should be visible between the 
coils when proper adjustment is reached.
•
Recycle park brake a few times and measure
distances each time until specified measurements are 
obtained.
•
Brake lever (F) travel should not exceed 30° (G). If it
does, measure brake components individually.
SPECIFICATIONS:
•
Spring bracket to stop tabs (minimum): 2 mm (0.08 in)
•
Brake lever travel (maximum): 30°
Adjusting Brakes - Automatic Foot Control
1. Park tractor on flat, level surface. STOP engine, turn key 
to the OFF position, and remove key.
2. LOCK the park brake.
3. Measure distance of the compressed brake spring from 
bracket (A) to washer (B) (located below foot tread area on 
left-hand side of transmission). Distance (C) should be 
42-43 mm (1.65 - 1.69 in).
If distance (C) is greater than 43 mm (1.69 in) or less than 
42 mm (1.65 in), gradually adjust nut (D) until specified 
measurement is achieved.
c
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Before adjusting
brakes: STOP engine. Remove key. Wait for all 
moving parts to STOP.
G
D
F
D
A
C
B
