Setup & Adjustments
GAS LINE INSTALLATION
1.The gas line is factory installed on the engine. Attach loose end to fuel tank hose barb and secure with hose clamp.
POSITIONING FRONT CASTER SPACERS
1.Using the cutting height chart, find the correct number of spacers to be placed under the caster swivel.
2.Remove the lynch pin and washer from the top of caster and reposition spacers to the desired cutting height from the chart. See figure
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AXLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
1.To adjust rear axle, stop engine and place drive levers in the neutral lock position, remove spark plug wire.
2.Remove lower belt shield from underside of rear deck for better access to axle adjustment bolts.
3.Loosen axle pivot bolts and axle adjustment bolts.
See figure # 1.
4.Place a jack under center of rear deck raise the jack slightly so axle adjustment bolts may be removed.
5.With the jack raise or lower the rear deck to the desired position using the chart to ensure proper height. Reinstall the axle adjustment bolts and tighten.
A tapered punch may be used to help align the holes. See figure #1.
NOTE:
It may be necessary to readjust drive and brake linkages.
NOTE:
To achieve the best quality cut, the blades should be level with the ground or slightly tipped forward
BRAKE ROD ADJUSTMENT
1.Make sure the rod is installed into the proper hole in the brake arm. The brake rod should be in bottom hole on the brake arm as shown below. Never use the upper hole. The proper adjustment can not be achived in this position.
2.To increase braking. Turn the wing nut down on the brake rod. Do not turn the wingnut down to far as this will result a constant braking action and will excessively wear the brake band and cause premature failure.
Wingnut
Brake arm
Brake Rod
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