MOWING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
See Figure 20. The mowing height adjustment can be changed by turning the cutting height adjustment handle.
To Raise the Mower Deck:
Turn the cutting height adjustment handle (A, Figure 20) clockwise.
To Lower the Mower Deck:
Turn the cutting height adjustment handle counter clockwise.
DECK LIFT ROD TIMING
ADJUSTMENT
1.Park machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, and engage the parking brake. Rear tires must be inflated to 15 psi (103 kPa).
2.Crank the deck height adjustment handle so that the rear deck lift rod lever (A, Figure 21) is straight up and down. This is the middle height adjustment.
S/N: 2015444202 & Below:
3a. Position the cutting height indicator (B) so that it is centered between the fourth and fifth height indication line and tighten.
S/N: 2015444203 & Above:
3b. Position the deck height plate (C) so that the cutout is centered on the notched area (D) on the deck lift rod (E).
4.To check the deck lift rod timing, measure and record the distance between the lift pivots and the rod pivots. Repeat for other side of unit. See Figure 22.
5.If the measurements for the rods and pivots are equal, no further adjustment is required. If the measurements are NOT equal (greater than 1/8” (3,17 mm) difference,) adjustment is required, continue with Step 5.
6.Block up the mower deck until all hanger chains are slack.
Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair
A |
Figure 20. Mowing Height Adjustment |
A. Cutting Height Adjustment Handle |
A | E | S/N: 2015444202 |
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| B | |
| S/N: 2015444203 & Above: | |
A | E |
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| C |
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| D |
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Figure 21. Deck Height Position
A.Rear Deck Lift Rod Lever
B.Cutting Height Indicator
C.Deck Lift Height Plate
D.Notched Area
E.Deck Lift Rod
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