Exmark VT730EKC524, VT691KA484CA, VT691KA524 Adjusting the Cutting Height, Transporting a Unit

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Operation

Adjusting the Cutting Height

The cutting height of the mower deck is adjusted from 1 to 5 inches (2.5 cm to 12.7 cm) in 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) increments.

1.Stop the machine and move the motion control levers to the neutral position.

2.Disengage the PTO.

3.Raise and lock the deck to the 5 inch (12.7 cm) transport position.

The deck is raised by pulling the deck lift handle rearward and to the right to place it into the transport lock position.

Figure 15

1. Height adjustment pin

3. Deck lift handle

2.Height of cut holes

Figure 14

1.

Transport lock position

3.

Front reference/speed

 

 

 

control bar

2.

RH Motion control lever

4.

Deck lift handle

Note: When changing the cutting height positions, always come to a complete stop and disengage the PTO.

4.Insert the height adjustment pin into the hole corresponding to the desired cutting height.

See the decal on the side of the deck lift plate for cut heights (reference Figure 15).

5.Pull the deck lift handle rearward and to the left and slowly allow the deck to lower to the cutting height.

Transporting

Transporting a Unit

Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine. Lock brake and block wheels. Securely fasten the machine to the trailer or truck with straps, chains, cable, or ropes. Be sure that the trailer or truck has all necessary lighting and marking as required by law. Secure a trailer with a safety chain.

CAUTION

This unit does not have proper turn signals, lights, reflective markings, or a slow moving vehicle emblem. Driving on a street or roadway without such equipment is dangerous and can lead to accidents causing personal injury. Driving on a street or roadway without such equipment may also be a violation of State laws and the operator may be subject to traffic tickets and/or fines.

Do Not drive a unit on a public street or roadway.

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VT691KA524CA, VT691KA484CA, VT651KA484, VT730EKC524, VT691KA524 specifications

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