~ MAINTENANCE
MOWER DECK LEVEL INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT
For the best cut quality, the mower deck must sit at a proper angle to
the ground. There are two adjustments that can be made to the
mower deck.
l Left to right mower deck leveling adjustment
l Front to rear mower deck adjustment
All adjustments should only be performed after the following steps
have been completed:
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7.
Park the lawn tractor on a smooth, flat, level surface.
Move the PTO lever to OFF.
Set the parking brake ON.
Disconnect the spark plug cap, and remove the ignition key.
Verify correct tire pressure. See page 94.
Inspect for bent blades. See page 82.
Remove the lower chute from grass bag (optional kit) equipped
models.
8. The J-shaped cross rod must
be fully installed in front mower
deck bracket slots. Reposition
the rod or deck to eliminate
any gap.
PREPARATION
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