Making Adjustments
WARNING: Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running, except where specified in the operator’s manual. Disconnect spark plug wire(s) before performing any adjustments, repairs or maintenance.
Steering and Transmission Linkage
The steering tie rod and drag links and the related transmission linkage are set at the factory and should not require further adjustment. Because of the complex adjustment procedure, the steering and transmission linkage should only be serviced or adjusted by a qualified mechanic. If you experience problems with steering, or with the hydro drive transmissions, contact your nearest Cub Cadet dealer to have the tractor inspected.
Adjusting the Seat
WARNING: After adjusting the seat or before driving the tractor, make sure that the seat adjustment lever is engaged in the seat index plate and that the seat will not move. Do not adjust the seat while the tractor is being driven. Adjusting the seat while the tractor is moving could cause the operator to lose control of the tractor.
1.While sitting in the seat, grasp the seat adjustment lever on the left side of the seat and pull it upward to disengage from the seat index plate. See Figure 9.
2.Slide the seat to the desired position. See Figure 9.
Figure 9
3.Once the desired position is reached, release the seat lever. Slide the seat slightly fore and aft as necessary to engage the seat lever into one of the eight adjust- ment positions in the index plate. Make certain the seat is locked in position.
Leveling the Deck
NOTE: Check the tractor’s tire pressure before perform- ing any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to Tires later in this section for further information regarding tire pressure.
Side to Side Leveling
If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side to side adjustment can be performed. Adjust if necessary as follows:
1.With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, move the deck to the mid height position (third or fourth notch) using the deck lift lever. Rotate both blades so that they are perpendicular with the tractor frame.
2.Measure the distance from the outside of the left blade tip to the ground and the distance from the outside of the right blade tip to the ground. Both measurements taken should be equal. If they’re not, note whether the left side of the deck is lower or higher and proceed to the next step.
3.Working from the left side of the tractor, loosen, but do not remove, the hex cap screw on the left deck hanger bracket. See Figure 11.
50” Mower Deck Shown
Adjustment
Gear
Hex Cap Screw
Figure 10
4.To even the deck turn the adjustment gear, located immediately behind the hex cap screw, clockwise (rearward) to raise the left side of the deck. Turn the gear
5.The deck is properly leveled when both blade tip measurements, as described earlier, are equal.
6.Retighten the hex cap screw on the left deck hanger bracket when proper adjustment is achieved.
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Making
Adjustments
WARNING
Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running, except where specified in the operator’s manual. Stop the engine before performing any adjustments.
Before operating this machine, make sure the seat is engaged in the seat stop. While sitting in the seat before you start the tractor, check that the seat will not slide fore or aft .
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