Walker H27i Operator's Manual

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70Maintenance Instructions ADJUSTMENTSADJUSTMENTSTransmission ControlIMPORTANT: The proper adjustment of thetransmission control stops is essential for efficientoperation and life of the transaxle. These stops areproperly adjusted at the factory and should onlyrequire readjustment if the transaxle or relatedcontrol linkage is removed or changed.NOTE: It would not be unusual for a new machine,after the initial 5 or 10 hours of operation, to begin tonot travel straight (this is due to the breakin of thetransmissions). To fine tune tracking, refer to Step 5 -Straight Tracking Adjustment in this section.Step 1 - Steering Lever Position AdjustmentNOTE: For proper operation, the steering leversshould be adjusted to sit evenly using the followingprocedure.1. Examine the steering levers to make sure theyare parallel front to back in relation to one another. If they are not equal, adjust accordingly.(The handles may or may not be even at thispoint.)NOTE: The LH steering lever is non-adjustable.This procedure will require adjustment of the RH lever to make it even with the LH lever.Levers should sitparallel to each otherLever Alignment2. Adjust the position of the RH lever by turningthe stop bolt in the Speed Control Actuator in orout. Turning the stop bolt in will make the RHlever move back, and turning it out will make itmove forward. Tighten the locknut.StopBoltStop Bolt LocationStep 2 - Steering Handles Adjustment1. An adjustment range of approximately 3 in.(76 mm) is available on the steering handles—the handles can be adjusted forward or aftdepending on the arm length of the operator.The handles can be adjusted by loosening thelocknut at the pivot point and the locknut holdingthe handle in position in the adjustment slide.Adjust handles into most comfortable positionand tighten both locknuts.AdjustmentSlideLocknut(Position)Locknut(Pivot Point)Steering Handle Adjustment