SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running, except where specified in the operator’s manual.

Leveling the Deck

NOTE: Check the tractor’s tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to Tires section for information regarding tire pressure.

Front To Rear

The front of the cutting deck is supported by a stabilizer bar that can adjusted to level the deck from front to rear. The front of the deck should be between 1/4-inch and 3/8-inch lower than the rear of the deck. Adjust if necessary as follows:

•With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, place the deck lift lever in the top notch (highest position) and rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that it is parallel with the tractor.

•Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to the ground and the rear of the blade tip to the ground.

•The first measurement taken should be between 1/4" and 3/8" less than the second measurement. Determine the approximate distance necessary for proper adjustment and proceed, if necessary, to the next step.

•Loosen the jam nut(s),on the rear side of the deck stabilizer bracket.

•Locate the lock nut(s) on the front side of the stabilizer bracket. See Figure 13. Tighten the lock nut(s) to raise the front of the deck; loosen the lock nut(s) to lower the front of the deck.

•Retighten the jam nut(s) loosened earlier when proper adjustment is achieved.

Side to Side

If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side to side adjustment can be performed. Adjust if necessary as follows:

•With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, place the deck lift lever in the top notch (highest position) and rotate both blades so that they are perpendicular with the tractor.

•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, proceed to the next step.

•Loosen, but do NOT remove, the hex cap screw on the left deck hanger bracket. See Figure 14.

Adjustment Gear

Hex Bolt

 

 

Figure 14

 

 

• Balance the deck by using a wrench to turn the

 

 

adjustment gear (found immediately behind the hex

 

 

cap screw just loosened) clockwise/up or

 

 

counterclockwise/down.

 

 

• The deck is properly balanced when both blade tip

 

 

measurements taken earlier are equal.

 

 

• Retighten the hex cap screw on the left deck

 

 

hanger bracket when proper adjustment is

 

 

achieved.

 

 

Parking Brake Adjustment

,OOSEN

4IGHTEN

WARNING: Never attempt to adjust the

TO LOWER DECK

TO RAISE DECK

brakes while the engine is running. Always

 

 

NOTE: 46-inch Deck Support Shown

disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral

position, stop engine and remove key to

Figure 13

 

 

prevent unintended starting.

 

 

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LT-542K, LT-942K, LT-946K specifications

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The LT-542K model features a 42-inch cutting deck, allowing users to cover more ground in less time. It is powered by a reliable Kohler engine, which delivers ample power to handle various mowing conditions. The LT-542K also comes equipped with a hydrostatic transmission that offers smooth, effortless operation, allowing users to adjust their speed without the need for shifting gears. This feature is particularly useful for navigating tight spaces and uneven terrain.

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