Great Dane GDRZ72-27KHE manual Adjusting Deck Lift Assist Spring Tension, Check Spring Tension

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SERVICE MOWER

Adjusting Deck Lift Assist Spring Tension

NOTE: Deck lift assist spring tension is adjusted at the factory. If the effort required to raise or lower the mower deck is not satisfactory, an adjustment may be necessary.

Check Spring Tension

1.Park machine on a hard, level surface.

2.Stop engine and lock park brake.

3.Raise the mower deck lift lever to the transport position.

Checking and Adjusting Mower Deck Drive

Belt Tension - 48-, 52- and 61-Inch Mower

Deck

1.Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the Safety section.)

2.Adjust the mower deck for the lowest cutting height, and lower the deck.

3.Raise foot platform.

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4.Measure distance (A) between the washers (B) on each deck lift spring assembly.

•The recommended factory setting is approximately 1 mm (1/32 in.) gap between the spring coils at the lowest HOC setting.

Adjust Assist Spring Tension

NOTE: The Chariot LX is equipped with two deck lift assist spring assemblies. Both deck lift assist springs must be adjusted equally.

Do not overtighten the deck lift assist springs. If the springs are compressed too tightly, the mower deck will float too freely.

Decrease deck lift assist spring tension if operating in rough terrain.

While positioned in front of the machine:

•Turn hex nut (C) clockwise to increase deck lift spring tension and reduce the effort to raise and lower the mower deck.

•Turn hex nut (C) counterclockwise to decrease deck lift spring tension and increase the effort to raise and lower the mower deck.

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4.Loosen jam nut (A).

5.Check the mower deck drive belt (B) tension. The belt should deflect a maximum of 13 mm (1/2 in.) when a force of 4.5 kg (10 lb) is applied to the center of the longest span.

When properly adjusted, there would be approximately a 2

mm(1/16 in.) gap between the spring coils.

•To increase belt tension: Turn nut (C) clockwise.

•To decrease belt tension: Turn nut (C) counterclockwise.

6.Tighten jam nut (A).

7.Lower foot platform.

Checking and Adjusting Engine-to-Deck Drive Belt Tension - 72-Inch Mower Deck

1.Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the Safety section.)

2.Adjust the mower deck for the lowest cutting height, and lower the deck.

3.Raise foot platform.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Using Your Operator’s Manual IntroductionSpecial Messages Product Identification Record Identification NumbersTable of Contents Safety Understanding The Machine Safety LabelsM131748, MX15340 Emission Control System Certification Label Emission Compliance PeriodCertification Canadian Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC ComplianceOperator Training Required Operating SafelyUsing a Spark Arrestor Checking Mowing AreaParking Safely Rotating Blades are DangerousKeep Riders Off Avoid TippingChecking Wheel Bolts Practice Safe Maintenance Wear Appropriate ClothingDriving Safely on Public Roads Tire Safety Avoid High-Pressure FluidsPrevent Fires Handling Fuel Safely Handling Waste Products and ChemicalsFuel and fuel vapors are highly flammable Daily Operating Checklist Testing Safety SystemsOperating Operator Station ControlsTesting PTO Switch Testing Park Brake SwitchTesting Neutral Start Switch Testing Seat SwitchAdjusting Seat Adjusting Mower Deck Cutting HeightMounting and Dismounting Machine Safely Raising and Lowering Operator SeatAdjusting Mower Deck Anti-Scalp Wheels Using the Park BrakeUsing the Key Switch Using the PTOUnlocking Park Brake Engage PTOUsing the Throttle Lever Using the HourmeterUsing the Choke Carbureted Engines Only Using the Motion Control LeversNeutral Lock Position Optional Over the Lap Levers Forward Gentle Right Turn ReverseGentle Left Turn Sharp Left TurnStarting the Engine Engaging Mower Stopping the EngineUsing Hydraulic Pump Free-Wheel Valves Transporting MachineMowing Tips Picture Note Left pump shownMowing Travel Speeds Dismounting to Inspect MowerAvoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces Replacement Parts PartsPart Numbers Service Intervals Service Lubrication GreaseSpray Lubricant Lubrication PointsPicture Note 48-, 52- and 61-inch mower decks Picture Note 72-inch mower deckService Engine Checking and Cleaning Air Filter Elements Cleaning Engine Air Intake Screen and FanCleaning Engine Oil Cooler Kohler Engines Oil Capacity With Filter DryChecking Spark Plug Adjusting Carburetor Carbureted Engines Replacing Fuel Filter Carbureted EnginesReplacing Fuel Filter Fuel Injected Engines Picture Note Kawasaki engine shownTroubleshooting the Kohler Electronic Fuel Injection System Priming Fuel Injectors Fuel Injected EnginesService Engine Service Transmission Hydraulic OilChecking Hydraulic Oil Level Changing Hydraulic Oil and FilterRemoving and Installing Traction Drive Belt Cleaning Hydraulic Pump Cooling FinsChecking and Adjusting Motion Control Linkages Neutral Creep AdjustmentCheck Maximum Speed Drift Maximum Speed Drift Adjustment Hydraulic System Hose Routing Hydraulic System Schematic Cooling OrificeService Steering & Brakes Remove and Install Front Caster WheelsServicing Front Caster Wheel Roller Bearings Chariot Servicing Front Caster Wheel Roller Bearings Chariot LXAdjusting Front Caster Spindle Bearing Servicing Caster Spindle BearingsHeight Adjustment Procedure Check AlignmentAdjusting Park Brake Alignment ProcedureService Mower Removing and Installing Mower Deck Foot PlateRemoving and Installing Mower Deck Belt Shields Adjusting Level Side-to-Side Leveling Mower DeckChecking Level Side-to-Side Picture Note Discharge chute raised for photo clarityChecking and Adjusting Cutting Height Adjust Thrust Arm-to-Stop Rod Clearance Transport PositionAdjusting Deck Lift Assist Spring Tension Adjust Assist Spring TensionCheck Spring Tension MX15328 MX15318 Checking and Replacing Mower Blades Sharpening Blades Balancing BladesReplacing Mower Blades Replacing Mower Spindle Bearings 72-Inch Mower Deck Service Mower Service Electrical Removing and Installing the BatteryCleaning Battery and Terminals Using Booster Battery Booster Battery Disabled Vehicle BatteryReplacing Fuse Carbureted Engines Replacing Fuses Fuel Injected EnginesBurnishing the PTO Clutch Wiring Schematic Carbureted Engines Wiring Schematic 26 HP Fuel Injected Engine Wiring Schematic 28 HP Fuel Injected Engine Service Miscellaneous Filling Fuel TankChecking Tire Pressure Tire Size PressureRemove and Install Rear Drive Wheels Cleaning and Repairing Metal SurfacesTroubleshooting Using Troubleshooting ChartCheck Troubleshooting Electrical System Machine Park BrakeSteering Mower Deck Storing Safety StoragePreparing Machine for Storage Preparing Fuel and Engine for StorageAssembly Install Motion Control Levers Install SeatCheck Safety System Lubricate MachineInitial Adjustments Specifications Height Adjustment Increments mm 1/2 Belt Shields, Removing and Installing Mower Deck IndexSpindle Bearings, Replace, 48-, 52- and 61-In. Decks Service Record GD Record Service Dates

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