Service Manual

Rev. A
Reelmaster 5200-D/5400-DHydraulic System Page 4 - 36
Adjust Traction Control Linkage
The traction control linkage should not require routine
maintenance or adjustment. The following information is
provided if the control linkage assembly is disturbed to
gain access to other components.
Adjust Traction Linkage
1. The machine should be parked on a level surface,
cutting units lowered to the floor, and engine off.
2. Connect brake pedals together with locking pin,
push both pedals down and pull parking brake latch out.
3. Adjust inner locknut until distance between inside of
eye bolt loop and inside of spring anchor plate is 2.75”
(70 mm) (Fig. 31). Tighten outer locknut.
4. Operate the machine and check for safe stopping
distance.
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2.75” (70 mm)
1. Spring anchor plate
2. Eye bolt
3. Inner lock nut
4. Outer locknut
Figure 31