ADJUSTMENTS
PARK BRAKE:
1.Stop engine and remove key. While the park brake lever”A” is in the on postion. The distance between the swivel”C” and the bolt head”B” should be 3/8” to 1/2” approximately.(See Fig. 2)
2.If adjustment is needed, using two 1/2” wrenchs, loosen the nut”F” above the turnbuckle”G” while holding the turnbuckle”G” from turning. After the nut”F” is loose and out of the way. While holding the bolt head”B” from turning. Turn the turnbuckle”G” the proper direction to lengthen the distance or to shorten the distance. After the proper distance is obtained retighten the nut”F” against the turnbuckle”G”.
3.While the park brake lever”A” is still in the on postion, measure the lenght of the spring”D”. Should measure 2”.(See Fig. 2)
4.If adjustment is needed loosen or tighten the nut”E” below the spring”D”. While holding the turnbuckle”G” to keep the assembly from turning.
FIGURE 2
CUTTING HEIGHT:
1.Stop the mower and disengage the blades.
2.Raise the deck height lever to the transport position.
3.Remove the height adjustment pin and place it in the desired cutting height hole. Move deck height lever down onto the pin and mow. NOTE:
MOWER DECK LEVELING:
1.Position mower on a flat surface and stop engine.
2.Check the tire pressure of all four tires. Inflation should be 15 psi.
3.Place two 2x4’s on edge under the cutting deck from front to rear and lower the deck down onto the 2x4’s.
4.Adjust the four upper chain bolts “H” to the center of the slot in the deck lift arms (See Fig 2). NOTE: make sure deck lift blocks are tightly bolted to the frame .
5.Check chains for equal tension. If unequal, adjust upper chain bolt in slot.
6.Place deck in the 5" cutting height and measure from the cutting edge of the blade to a flat surface to check deck cutting height.
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