Cub Cadet 33" Wide Area - Manual (Page 12)

Drive system
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The two cable design allows the operator to mow with-
out engaging the traction (wheel) drive. This is a handy
feature for mowing in tight areas where maneuverabil-
ity is needed. The traction drive can also be engaged
independently of the deck. This is a handy feature for
transport.
The shift rod can be easily moved with a side to side
push from the users hand. To shift from one gear to
another the mower needs to be completely stopped. To
shift the mower into reverse the shifter has to be lifted
and slid to the left. This prevents the mower from being
shifted into reverse accidently.
The brake system used in the Wide Area Mower is
engaged at rest. When either the deck or drive control
is squeezed the brake cable pulls back on the brake
lever on the transmission and disengages the brake.
The brake cables are the lower cables on the engage-
ment handle or closest to the pivot point. See Figure
3.11.
Brake adjustment
1. Raise the rear of the mower at least 18” off the
ground.
2. Safely support mower with jack stands.
3. Squeeze either the deck or traction drive control
to release the brake.
4. Confirm that the caliper is properly assembled
and is in good working condition.
5. Use a spring clamp or rope to hold the handle
down. See Figure 3.12.
6. Insert a .010” -.015” (.254mm -.381mm) feeler
gauge between the brake puck and the brake
disk. See Figure 3.13.
Figure 3.11
Pivot
Point
Brake Cable
Figure 3.12
Figure 3.13
.010-.015
(.254mm-
.381mm)
1/2” wrench