MOWER ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING
Before checking mower, shut off PTO and engine, remove the key, and allow all moving parts to stop.
Cutting Height Adjustment
The cutting height adjustment lever (A, Figure 37) con- trols the mower cutting height. Push the button to release the lever. Move the lever back to raise the deck and forward to lower it.
Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service
A |
Figure 37. Mower Cutting Height Adjustment A. Adjustment Lever
Leveling The Mower
If the cut is uneven, the mower may need leveling. Unequal or improper tire pressure may also cause an uneven cut. Make sure tire pressure is correct as speci- fied in Checking Tire Pressure.
1.With the mower installed, place the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Turn the front wheels straight forward.
2.Check for bent blades and replace if necessary.
3.Disengage the PTO. Place the mower in
4.Measure the distance between the outside tips of each blade and the ground. If there is more than 1/8” (3mm) difference between the measurements on each side, proceed to step 5. If the difference is 1/8” (3mm) or less, proceed to step 6.
5.See Figure 38. Loosen the outside nut (A). Turn the eccentric nut (B) to raise or lower
6.Arrange the blades so they face
7.Measure the distance from the ground to front tip and rear tip of the left and
8.See Figure 39. To raise front of mower deck, loosen front nut (A) and turn rear nut (B) against bracket (C).
9.To lower front of mower deck, loosen rear nut (B) and bracket (C) will move backwards to lengthen rod.
10.
(A)against bracket.
A |
B |
Figure 38. Leveling The Mower
A. Outside Nut | B. Eccentric Nut |
D
B C A
Figure 39. Leveling The Mower
A. | Front Nut | C. Mower Bracket |
B. | Rear Nut | D. Adjustment Rod |
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