McCulloch ZM3016BF/966564001 manual Adjusting the Mower Deck, Leveling Deck

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MAINTENANCE

Adjusting the Mower Deck

WARNING!

Before performing any service or adjustment checklist:

1.Engage the parking brake.

2.Place the Blade switch in the disengaged position.

3.Turn ignition switch to “OFF” position and remove the key.

4.Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.

5.Disconnect the spark plug wire from all spark plugs and place the wire where it cannot come in contact with the plug.

WARNING!

Blades are sharp. Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blades with a heavy cloth when handling.

Check the tire pressure before adjustment of the mower deck. See Checking Tire Pressure in Maintenance. Faulty mower deck adjustments will cause an uneven mowing result.

Leveling Deck

1.Position the mower on a level, preferably concrete, surface.

2.Check the pressure in all four tires. See Technical Data section.

3.Rotate blade to align side to side.

4.Turn front adjuster nut(s) to level deck side to side.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

This procedure will place the mower in a base measurement position. Additional adjustment may be required to achieve desired cut for the type of grass or conditions involved.

Side to side adjuster nut

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Contents Operator Manual Page Contents Page Introduction Manufacturing Number Good ServiceSymbols and decals Remove key before Safety Safety InstructionsGeneral Operation Never take passengers Slope Operation Personal Safety EquipmentChildren Safe Handling of Gasoline General Maintenance Risk of sparking Spark Arrestor TransportControl Locations ControlsSteering Control Levers Ignition Switch Parking BrakeThrottle Control Refueling Choke ControlAlways use the high position F to transport Fuel Shut Off ValveMower Deck Lifting Lever TrackingSeat Adjustment Lever Blade Control LeverManual Transport Steering TrainingStarting the Engine Before StartingPlace controls in neutral position Open the fuel valve To remove cables, reverse order Jumper cablesRunning Operating on Hills Mowing Tips Stopping the Engine Manual Transport Maintenance Schedule MaintenanceEvery 50 hours Battery To clean battery and terminalsAlways use protective glasses when handling the battery Tire Pressures Safety SystemBelts Deck BeltTo replace deck belt Cutting Blades EZT BeltLeveling Deck Adjusting the Mower DeckCaster Wheels CleaningRemoval and installation of caster wheel Use protective glasses when cleaning and washingGeneral LubricationSteering Control Shafts Front Wheel MountFront Wheel Bearings Engine LubricationProblem Cause TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Winter Storage ServiceSchematic Technical Data Torque SpecificationsStandard Hardware ZM3016 BF EngineTransmission Productivity Overall dimensionsRZ3019 BF EquipmentCE Requirements USA RequirementsDelivery Service Service JournalHour Service Perform the 25-hour service At Least Once Each Year Page 115 349327R1 03/19/10