Service Manual

XL HYDROSTATIC TRANSAXLES
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5. To adjust the brake, loosen the brake adjusting
nut slightly (Figure 103).
Figure 103
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6. Insert a 0.020” (.5mm) feeler gauge between the
outer discs, if the clearance is not correct make
the necessary change with the brake adjusting nut
(Figure 104).
Figure 104
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7. Tighten the brake adjusting nut until slight
resistance is felt on the feeler gauge when sliding
it in and out.
8. Check the brake operation again.
Important:
With the parking brake released and the
bypass lever in the push mode, the rear wheels must
rotate freely when you push the unit. If they do not
rotate freely, perform the following procedure:
1. Check to see if the brake lever returns to the
“OFF” position when the pedal is released (Figure
105).
Figure 105
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2. If the brake lever is not returning to the “OFF”
position, it may be necessary to install a shorter
spring. The spring on the left is a shorter spring
P/N 26-6700. The shorter spring is installed on all
the 2000 model year Lawn Tractors. The spring
on the right is the longer spring P/N 26-6701
(Figure 106).
Figure 106
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3. Next, check the actuating pins for any corrosion,
dirt, or residue build-up. Remove the brake lever
and pins and clean with a cleaning solvent. WD-
40 can be applied to the pins as a lubricant.
(A) Adjusting Nut (B) Outer Brake Discs