OPERATING
E
MX4896a
a.Turn right blade (E) so blade tip points straight forward.
b.Measure from blade tip to the surface. Take measurement for both blades.
The front blade tip must be
c. Adjust mower level, if necessary.
Adjusting Mower Level
cCAUTION: Avoid injury! Rotating blades are dangerous. Before adjusting or servicing mower:
•Disconnect spark plug wire(s) to prevent engine from starting accidently.
•Always wear gloves when handling mower blades or working near blades.
NOTE: Mower wheels should not contact the ground when leveling the deck.
1.Make sure machine is on a flat level surface.
2.Raise mower deck to highest position.
C
B
A
MX7674x; MX7674b
3.Place a straight 2x4 piece of wood (A) or a 38 mm (1.5 in.) thick block under the edge (B) of each side of mower deck.
•Shims can be added, on both sides, between block of wood and mower deck edge to obtain a specific deck height, if desired.
4.Put mower lift handle in the lowest position, bringing deck down onto blocks.
5.Check that blocks are positioned under each edge. Make sure blocks do not interfere with gage wheels.
6.Check that there is no tension on the front draft arm. If necessary, loosen adjusting nut (C) on front draft arm so front of deck rests on wood blocks.
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