The cutting height can be adjusted in a range from 2.0" to 8.0". This is accomplished by turning the height adjust crank located at the back of the mower. See Figure 8. Turn the crank clockwise to raise the mower cutting height and
DANGER: Shut off tow vehicle engine and allow mower blades to stop completely before attempting to measure the cutting height.
Adjust the mower as follows:
1.Pull the mower on to a smooth, level surface.
2.The desired cutting height can be determined by measuring the distance from the ground to the outside lower edge of the mower deck and adding
Note: If the height adjust crank does not turn easily, the pivot bolts holding the carrier arm assemblies and height adjust screw may be too tight. Loosen the pivot bolts slightly to allow easier pivoting. Care should be taken not to loosen too much or excess wear and flexing may occur. Greasing the threads on the height adjust screw may also allow greater ease in adjustment.
Note: After setting the initial cutting height, quick field adjustments can be completed by counting crank turns. Roughly 8 turns will equal 1” of vertical movement.
The adjustment crank may unturn due to vibration. This will allow the mower’s cutting height to change. The crank can be secured by folding it down between the adjustment nut tube and the height adjust support. See Figure 9.
Adjustment Crank
Adjustment Nut Tube
Height Adjust Support
Figure 9: Securing Crank While Not In Use
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