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SERVICE MOWER
Leveling Mower Deck
NOTE: Mower deck anti-scalp wheels should not
contact the ground.
1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the Safety
section.)
2. Inflate tires to the correct pressure.
3. Raise the mower deck lift lever to transport position.
4. Inspect mower blades for:
• Blade sharpness.
• Blade damage.
• Bent blades.
Checking Level (Side-to-Side)
NOTE: Mower deck anti-scalp wheels should not
contact the ground.
1. Lower deck to the 76 mm (3 in.) cutting height position.
NOTE: Position the left mower blade in the sideways
(left-to-right) position.
Use a short ruler or a leveling gauge to check the
mower blade level.
2. Measure from outside blade tip to the ground.
MX10371
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)
MX15285
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.
M40137
• 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.
c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Rotating blades are
dangerous. Before adjusting or servicing
mower:
• Disconnect spark plug wire(s) to prevent
engine from starting accidently.
• Always wear gloves when handling mower
blades or working near blades.
A
B
C