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DECK LEVELING ADJUSTMENT
NOTE: Before adjusting the deck level, the deck lift rod
timing must be checked and/or adjusted.
1. Park machine on a flat, level surface. Disengage the
PTO, stop the engine and engage the parking brake.
Rear tires must be inflated to 18 psi (1,24 bar); front
tires to 25 psi (1,72 bar).
2. Install the cutting height adjustment pin in the
4” (10,2 cm) position. See Figure 40.
3. Place 2 x 4 blocks under each corner of the mower
deck with the 3-1/2” sides being vertical. Place a
1/4” (0,64 cm) thick spacer on top of the rear 2 x 4
blocks. See Figure 41.
4. Adjust the front eyebolts until the chains are tight and
the deck is still resting on the 2 x 4’s. Tighten jam
nuts. See Figure 42.
5. Loosen the nuts and allow the rear of the deck to
rest on the 2 x 4’s and 1/4” spacers. Slide the chains
in the slots until the chains are tight and tighten the
nuts. See Figure 42.
6. Remove all 2 x 4 blocks and spacers from under the
mower deck.
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Figure 42. Deck Level Adjustment
Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service
Figure 41. 2 x 4 Locations
DECK LIFT SPRING
The deck lift springs (A, Figure 43) are factory set to
provide optimal lifting performance.
Although it is fastened with an adjustable anchor, this is
NOT AN ADJUSTMENT POINT.
DO NOT attempt to adjust the spring length or lifting
performance will be compromised.
Figure 43. Deck Lift Spring Location
A. Deck Lift Spring
32
A
4"
(10,2 cm)
Figure 40. Deck Height Pin Position