![Mounting and Dismounting Machine Safely](/images/new-backgrounds/89819/8981919x1.webp)
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Mounting and Dismounting Machine Safely
1.Step on operator’s platform (A) at the rear of machine to mount the machine.
2.Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)
3.Step off operator’s platform to dismount machine.
4.Keep operator’s platform and suspension springs clean and free of debris.
Raising and Lowering Thigh Pad
1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)
2.Adjust the pad (A) as required by lifting or lowering the pad to where it is comfortable.
Adjusting Cutting Height
Cutting height can be adjusted from approximately
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Before adjusting cutting height, stop engine and lock the park brake.
1.Check tire pressure. Inflate front caster wheels to
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Machine must be safely supported on jack stands before removing or installing wheels. Do not use a hoist or floor jack to support the machine.
2.Using a suitable lifting device, lift the rear of the machine.
3.Loosen bolts (A).
4.Loosen and remove bolts (B).
5.Move deck (C) up or down to desired height and tighten bolts (A) to 47- 54 N•m
6.Insert bolts (B) into holes and tighten to
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7.Remove lynch pin (D) and spacer bushing (E).
IMPORTANT:Do not allow washer (G) to set on caster yoke. It must be on top of
NOTE: Adjust caster wheel spacers to keep mower deck tilted slightly down at the front.
8.Adjust caster wheel spacers (F) to compensate front HOC accordingly.
Setting Cutting Height
NOTE: Before setting cut height, ensure the tires are all set at the correct tire pressures.
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