Product Manual

EN - 31
Level Mower Deck
IMPORTANT: Make sure unit is on a flat,
level surface and that tires are inflated to the
recommended pressure. See Specifications
on page 35.
1. Set deck to highest cutting height.
2. Position mower blades so blade ends
point left to right across the width of the
deck.
3. On both sides of the unit, measure the
distance to the ground at the cutting edge
of the blade. See Figure 45.
• If the measurements are ± 0.635 cm
(1/4") of one another, no adjustment is
needed.
• If adjustments are needed, adjust the
nylon locking flange nut on the deck
link. Tighten the nut to raise the deck;
loosen the nut to lower the deck. See
Figure 46.
IMPORTANT: It may be necessary to adjust
the nut on more than one of the deck links.
Set Blade Pitch
Pitch is the difference in blade height from
front to back.
IMPORTANT: Level the mower deck before
setting blade pitch.
1. Set deck to highest cutting height.
2. Position mower blades so blade ends
point front to back.
3. On both sides of the unit, measure the
distance to the ground at the front and
rear tip of the blade. See Figure 47.
• If the front tip of the blade is ± .635 cm
(1/4") lower than the rear, no
adjustment is needed.
• If adjustments are needed, adjust the
nylon locking flange nut on the deck
link. Tighten the nut to raise the deck;
loosen the nut to lower the deck. See
Figure 46.
SHORT-TERM STORAGE
IMPORTANT: NEVER wash unit with high-
pressure water or store outdoors.
1. Allow unit to cool and clean with mild
soap and water.
2. Tighten all hardware to correct
specifications.
3. Inspect unit for visible signs of wear or
damage. Repair as needed.
Figure 45
Figure 46
1. Deck Link
2. Nylon Locking Flange Nut
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2
STORAGE
Figure 47