Husqvarna LZ7230, LZ6127 manual Adjusting the Mower Deck, Leveling, Adjusting Cutting Height

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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.

Leveling

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

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

3.Rotate blades to align front to back.

4.Set the cutting height to 4".

5.Measure front blade tip, should be 4" from ground, if not turn locknut on top of front eyebolt till measurement is achieved. Check blade tip at front on opposite front blade. Adjust locknut on front eyebolt as necessary.

6.Check rear blade measurement, should be 4¼” from ground, if not turn locknut on top of rear eyebolt to achieve measurement. Repeat procedure on opposite side.

Adjusting Cutting Height

1.Raise and secure the deck height lever to the transport position (6").

2.Position blade tip so it is straight forward.

3.Measure from the cutting edge of the blades to a flat level surface. The distance should be 6" (150 mm).

4.Drop and secure the lever at (for example) the 2" cutting height. Measure as above. The distance should be 2" (50 mm).

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1.Front eyebolt

2.Front locknut

3.Rear locknut

4.Rear eyebolt

Leveling the mower deck

WARNING!

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

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