Operating Guide

NOTE: Verify that the deck latches in the transport position. If it
does not latch, turn both rear adjusting nuts counterclockwise
equally to lower rear of deck until deck latch engages. Check
front lift rod adjustment, adjust if necessary.
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Adjusting Mower Wheels
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Rotating blades are dangerous.
Before adjusting or servicing mower:
• Disconnect spark plug wires or battery negative (-) cable to
prevent engine from starting accidentally.
• Always wear gloves when handling mower blades or
working near blades.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! The mower deck can be damaged if
mower wheels are adjusted wrong:
• Wheels must not ride on ground supporting mower weight.
• Check wheel adjustment each time cutting height is
changed.
1. Park machine safely on a level surface. (See Parking Safely in the
SAFETY section).
2. Inate tires to correct pressure.
3. Raise lift lever, and lock in transport position.
4. Adjust mower wheels to correct height:
42A, 48A, and 54A Mower Decks
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Position 1 (A) 25 - 38 mm (1 - 1-1/2 in.) Height of Cut
Position 2 (B) 38 - 50 mm (1-1/2 - 2 in) Height of Cut
Position 3 (C) 50 - 76 mm (2 - 3 in) Height of Cut
Position 4 (D) 76 - 101 mm (3 - 4 in) Height of Cut
● Remove nut (E) using height-of-cut tool or 13 mm wrench. Pull
carriage bolt (F) out until end of bolt clears the outer wall of the
gauge wheel bracket (G), then slide bolt and wheel assembly to the
desired position. Push bolt back through outer wall of bracket.
Install nut (E) and tighten to specication.
Specication
Mower Wheel Nut—Torque. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 N·m (18 lb·ft)
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Testing Safety Systems
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CAUTION: Avoid injury! Engine exhaust fumes contain
carbon monoxide and can cause serious illness or death.
Do not run an engine in an enclosed area, such as a garage,
even with doors or windows opened.
Move the machine to an outside area before running the
engine.
The safety systems installed on your machine should be checked
before each machine use. Be sure that you have read the machine
operator manual and are familiar with the operation of the machine
before performing these safety system checks.
Use the following checkout procedures to check for normal operation
of machine.
If there is a malfunction during one of these procedures, do not
operate machine. See your authorized dealer for service.
Perform these tests in a clear open area. Keep bystanders away.
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Testing Park Brake Switch
1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)
2. Sit on seat.
3. Unlock the park brake.
4. Try to start engine.
Result: Engine must not turn over. If engine turns over, there is a
problem with your safety interlock circuit.
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Testing Park Brake
1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)
2. Lock the park brake.
3. Engage bypass valve control.
4. Try to push machine manually.
Result: Park brake must prevent machine from moving. If machine
moves, see your authorized dealer for service.
NOTE: When testing is complete, disengage bypass valve control
prior to returning machine to service.
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Testing Mower Engagement (PTO) Switch
1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)
2. Sit on seat.
3. Lock the park brake.
Operating
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