Cub Cadet 1000 SERIES Service Manual page 33

18.11. The empty hole in the double idler bracket
should swing through an arc of 1 3/8" when 10
lbs. of force is applied to the drive pedal.
See Figure 18.11.
1 3/8" movement
Figure 18.11
18.12. If the measurement is not 1 3/8", check the type
and condition of the lower drive belt. If the lower
drive belt is worn or incorrect, replace both drive
belts before adjusting the speed control. Refer to
the "TRACTION DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT:
CVT" section of this manual.
18.13. If the belts are serviceable and correct, adjust
the length of the speed control rod to achieve the
correct double idler bracket travel as described
in the following steps:
18.14. Loosen the jam nut that locks the speed control
rod into the rod-end joint at the double idler
bracket with a pair of 9/16" wrenches.
See Figure 18.14.
Jam nut
Figure 18.14
18.15. The forward end of the speed control rod con-
nects to a pin attached to the speed control
assembly.
NOTE: On 2005 production units you can
remove the nut on the ball joint and lift it out of
the idler bracket on an angle, then skip to step
15.16. See Figure 18.15.
2005 production
• Early production models may have a hairpin clip
and washer adjacent to the cam plate that pre-
vents the speed control linkage from moving
when the parking brake is applied.
• Remove the hairpin clip and washer if so
equipped.
• Disconnect the pin from the speed control
assembly using a pair of 9/16" wrenches.
18.16. Thread the rod in or out of the rod-end as
required to achieve the correct linkage travel.
18.17. When adjustment is complete:
• Secure the linkage and tighten any loosened
fasteners.
• Install the battery tray and battery.
• Test the operation of the drive system in a safe
area that is free of obstacles, hazards, and by-
standers.
• After successful testing, install the cutting deck,
test all safety features, and return the mower to
service.
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Series 1000 and 1500
Figure 18.15