TG1860G- How to adjust brakes?

[KubotaTG1860G]

I'm hoping that someone can assist or point me in the right direction. I just bought a used TG1860G with a 54" deck. The machine looks to have been well maintained. It starts up fine.

Here are the 2 problems.
1- Pressing on the brake doesn't stop the lawn tractor. In fact, the only way I can stop is if I apply reverse on the control pedal.

2-Engaging the mower via the switch is intermittent. Sometimes it takes several push/pulls on the switch to start the blades.

Any help is appreciated.
Thanks

[flyingpostman]

From behind the tractor you will see the brake rod that goes from the brake pedal and attaches to a pivot at the back of the tractor that runs behind of the HST and then onto a little brake disc on the left side of the rear driveshaft. Where the rod connects to the pivot there are two nuts. Adjust them inward.

As for the PTO, I can't help you there.

While you are under there you may want to check the gearbox fluid as it is easy to miss.

[KubotaTG1860G]

Thanks for the info. I gave it a couple of turns inward and it seemed to help. I play around with the setting more this weekend.

Does the disc brake typically need to be replaced? Is there a recommended service interval, say 300 hours?

[flyingpostman]

Originally Posted by KubotaTG1860G

Thanks for the info. I gave it a couple of turns inward and it seemed to help. I play around with the setting more this weekend.

Does the disc brake typically need to be replaced? Is there a recommended service interval, say 300 hours?

The brake pad looks to be fully metallic so it will probably last a long long time considering that I rarely use the brake during operation except when wanting to stop on a really steep grade (the hydro transmission controls the speed and stops the tractor in neutral) . You can see the brake pad if you look underneath, you may have to remove the rear top hydrostat cover for a better look. If you have any more questions feel free to message me privately as I don't always check in on the forum. This tractor is relatively new to me also and I'm learning everything I can about it.

[davitk]

Hi guys, just saw your post, I have the same machine, no problems with the brake or PTO, can't help you there. Bought it used three years ago with the snow blower and a 54" mower deck. Nice machine, it doesn't miss a beat! The boys (age 11 and 12) are coveting it now....