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OPERATING
Mounting and Dismounting Machine Safely
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1. Step on operator’s platform (A) at the rear of machine to mount the
machine.
2. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)
3. Step off operator’s platform to dismount machine.
4. Keep operator’s platform and suspension springs clean and free of
debris.
Raising and Lowering Thigh Pad
1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)
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2. Adjust the pad (A) as required by lifting or lowering the pad to where it is
comfortable.
Adjusting Cutting Height
Cutting height can be adjusted from approximately 38-114 MM. (1-1/2 - 4-
1/2 in.). Each hole adjusts the height of cut (HOC) in 12 MM. (1/2 in.)
increments.
1.Check tire pressure. Inflate front caster wheels to 172-207 CPA (25-30
psi). Inflate rear tires to 69-83 CPA (10-12 psi).
2.Using a suitable lifting device, lift the rear of the machine.
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3.Loosen bolts (A).
4.Loosen and remove bolts (B).
5.Move deck (C) up or down to desired height and tighten bolts (A) to 47-
54 N•m (35-40 lb-ft).
6.Insert bolts (B) into holes and tighten to 95-108 N•m (70-80 lb-ft).
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7.Remove lynch pin (D) and spacer bushing (E).
NOTE: Adjust caster wheel spacers to keep mower deck tilted
slightly down at the front.
8.Adjust caster wheel spacers (F) to compensate front HOC accordingly.
Setting Cutting Height
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Before adjusting cutting height, stop
engine and lock the park brake.
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Machine must be safely supported
on jack stands before removing or installing wheels. Do not
use a hoist or floor jack to support the machine.
IMPORTANT:Do not allow washer (G) to set on caster yoke. It
must be on top of height-of-cut spacer bushings (H).
NOTE: Before setting cut height, ensure the tires are all set at the
correct tire pressures.
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