Great Dane GCKA1948S Lawn Mower User Manual


 
Service Mower - 36
SERVICE MOWER
Picture Note: Discharge chute raised for photo clarity.
3.Position right mower blade (A) (discharge side) in the side-to-side
position.
4.Measure from outside blade tip to the ground.
The difference between both measurements should be no greater
than 3 mm (1/8 in.).
5.If side-to-side level is not within specifications, an adjustment is
necessary.
Adjusting Level (Side-to-Side)
1.Adjust four chain U-bolts (B) (two on each side of deck) until deck is
within 3 mm (1/8 in.) of level from side to side.
Checking Level (Front-to-Rear)
1.Lower mower deck to the 76 mm (3 in.) cutting height position.
2.Position right mower blade (discharge side) in the straight forward (front-
to-rear) position.
3.Measure from right front blade tip to the ground.
4.Turn blade 180° and measure from right rear blade tip to the ground.
The height (C) of the rear blade tip should be 3-6 mm (1/8-1/4 in.)
higher than the front blade tip.
5.If the front-to-rear level is not within specifications, an adjustment is
necessary.
Adjusting Level (Front-to-Rear)
NOTE: Adjust side-to-side mower level before adjusting front-to-rear
level.
1.Loosen jam nut (D) on deck lift assist rod.
2.While positioned in front of the machine, adjust mower level:
Turn hex nut (E) counterclockwise (F) to lower front of mower deck.
Turn hex nut (E) clockwise (G) to raise front of mower deck.
3.Tighten jam nuts.
4.Check front-to-rear mower level.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Adjust the left and right deck lift
assist rods equally.