MOWER DECK LEVELING
ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING
Before checking mower, shut off PTO and engine. Allow all moving parts to stop. Remove ignition key, then disconnect the spark plug wire and fasten it away from the spark plug.
A
B
C
Side to Side Leveling
If the cut is uneven, the mower may need leveling. Unequal or improper tire pressure may also cause an uneven cut. See CHECK TIRE PRESSURE.
1.With the mower installed, place the rider on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Turn the front wheels straight forward. Turn the engine off, set the ground speed control levers to PARK, and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2.Check for bent blades and replace if necessary.
3.Check the tire pressures. See CHECK TIRE PRES- SURE.
4.Set the cutting height to mid position. Arrange the mower blades so that they are pointing from
5.Measure the distance between the tips of the outside blades and the ground (Figures 33 & 34). If there is more than 1/8" (3mm) difference between the meas- urements on each side, proceed to step 6. If the dif- ference is 1/8" (3mm) or less, proceed to Front To Back Leveling.
6.See Figure 35. Loosen the outside nut (A) and taptite screw (C), then turn the eccentric nut (B) to raise or lower the left side of the deck. When the mower deck is level, hold the eccentric nut while tightening the outside nut. Tighten the taptite screw (C).
Figure 33. Measure Blade Tips to Ground
A.Mower Deck
B.Blade Tip
C.Level Ground
Figure 34. Orient Blades Side-to-Side
B
A
C
Figure 35. Side-to-Side Adjustment
A.Outside Nut
B.Eccentric Nut
C.Taptite Screw
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