Service Manual

MOWER DECK

8-38 Fixed Deck Mid-Size Service Manual

Fig 1021 PICT-0029

11. Adjust the blade brake. Refer to “Adjusting the

Blade Brake” following.

12. Install the mower deck cover (Fig. 1021).

Fig 1022 PICT-6193

4. Adjust the nut at the end of the blade brake rod until

there is a 1/8” to 3/16” (3 to 5mm) between the nut

and the spacer (Fig. 1022).

5. Engage the blades, and ensure that the blade brake

pad no longer contacts the pulley.

A. Spring mounting bolt/nut (2)

B. Blade brake pad

C. 1/8” - 3/16” (3 - 5mm)

1. Disengage the PTO and set the parking brake.

2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop

before leaving the operators position.

3. If necessary, adjust the spring mounting bolts so that

the brake pad rubs against the pulley.

Adjusting the Blade Brake