Rover 460 - Manual (Page 12)

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MAINTENANCE - Self Propelled Mowers (only)
Adjusting the Drive Cable- refer figure 18.
WARNING
If cable adjustment is necessary ensure that the drive disengages before
starting the mower or it may drive off unattended.
This can be checked by pulling the mower backwards (with the clutch
engagement lever released) - the rear wheels should free wheel
CAUTION
Do not over tighten the cable assembly
Every 25 hours:-
ƒ Measure the length of the clutch spring (18mm) when the clutch engagement
lever is in the disengaged position. Refer to figure 18.
ƒ Push the clutch engagement lever forward
until it touches the handlebar (drive engaged
position).
The clutch spring should be stretched 10mm
longer (28mm). Refer to figure 18.
ƒ To adjust the clutch spring stretch rotate the
thumb wheel (A) on the cable support block
(one click at a time).
To increase the stretch rotate the thumb
wheel (A) in an anti-clockwise direction. To
decrease the stretch rotate the thumb wheel
(A) in a clockwise direction. Refer to figure 18.
ƒ Check that the clutch disengages by pulling
the mower backwards (with the clutch
engagement lever released) – the rear wheels
should free wheel. If not do not attempt to
start the mower as it may drive off unattended.
Figure 18.
Clutch adjustment
ƒ If the mower free wheels test the mower at all engine speeds ensuring that it self-
disengages when the drive clutch engagement lever is released.
ƒ If you still experience problems, see your nearest authorised Rover dealer.