1.Level mower from side to side. Check by measuring from mower frame to the ground at each deck rail.
2.Verify that the same amount of spacers are under all caster arms.
3.Loosen cap screws that attach caster arm assembly to deck.
4.Set mower on the ground.
5.Retighten cap screws. This equalizes the clearance in the bolt holes.
6.Best mowing results will be obtained with front of mower level with, or slightly lower than, the rear.
7.Cutting height is controlled with front and rear caster wheel adjustment.
8.To raise rear of mower, move caster adjustment spacers under caster arms.
9.To raise front of mower, move spacers under front caster wheel arms.
Table 1: Cutting Height Chart
Spacers Required Under
Caster Arm Pivot Tube
Cut Height | 1/2" | 1 | |
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1" | 0 | 0 | |
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1 | 0 | ||
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2" | 0 | 1 | |
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1 | 1 | ||
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3" | 0 | 2 | |
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1 | 2 | ||
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4" | 0 | 3 | |
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1 | 3 | ||
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TRANSPORT
When transporting the mower, raise the wings and the rear deck until all three transport locks engage auto- matically.
To lower the wings and the rear deck:
1.Slightly raise the wings and rear deck to take pressure off the locking mechanisms.
2.Pull the transport lock release rope to disengage the locks. Lower the wings and rear deck and release the rope.
STARTING AND STOPPING MOWER
Do not operate PTO during transport.
Never direct discharge toward people, animals, or property.
Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of all moving parts.
CAUTION
Stop power unit and implement immediately upon striking an obstruction. Dismount power unit, using proper procedure. Inspect and repair any damage before resuming operation.
Always sit in power unit seat when operating controls or starting engine. Securely fasten seat belt, place transmission in neutral, engage brake, and ensure all other controls are disengaged before starting power unit engine.
NOTICE
■Stopping the mower with belt in contact with a very hot pulley will bake and ruin belt.
Power for operating the mower is supplied from the tractor PTO. Refer to your tractor manual for instruc- tions on engaging and disengaging the PTO.
Operate PTO at 540 rpm. Know how to stop tractor and mower quickly in case of an emergency.
If the mower becomes plugged causing the belt to slip for over two seconds, follow these steps:
1.Raise mower just enough to clear accumulated material.
2.Continue running at least two minutes, allowing pulleys to cool.
To reduce the risk of thrown objects, do not raise the mower higher than necessary
OPERATING
Do not operate mowers on terrain that raises mowers beyond 25 degrees. Exceeding this design limit will result in
When engaging the PTO, engine rpm should always be low. Once engaged and ready for mowing, increase
MAN0765 (12/5/2008) | Operation 15 |
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