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OPERATING
MX16561
c.Adjust mower deck level, if necessary, by turning rear nuts (E)
clockwise to raise the side of the mower deck, or counterclockwise to
lower the mower deck.
6. Measure mower level (front-to-rear).
MX4896a
a.Turn right blade (F) so blade tip points straight forward.
b.Measure from blade tip to the surface. Take measurement for both
blades.
The front blade tip must be 3–6 mm (1/8 -1/4 in.) lower than rear blade
tip.
MX10529Y
Picture Note: 107 cm (42 in.) mower deck shown
c.Adjust mower deck level, if necessary, by turning the nut (G)
counterclockwise to lower the front of deck or clockwise to raise front of
deck.
Adjusting Mower Deck Wheels
1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)
2. Inflate tires to the correct pressure.
3. Lower mower deck to the desired mowing position.
NOTE: Bottom of wheels should be approximately 3-13 mm (1/8-1/2
in.) from the ground.
MX10509a
4. Check each mower wheel position. Remove nut (A) and bolt (B), and
move mower wheel to proper hole.
MIF
A- 38 mm (1.5-In.)
B- 51 mm (2-In.)
C- 64 mm (2.5-In.)
D- 76 mm (3-In.) and above
5. Install bolts and nuts to lock wheels in position. Tighten nuts to 34 N•m
(25 lb-ft).
E
F
G
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! The mower deck can be damaged if
mower wheels are adjusted wrong:
• Wheels must not ride on ground supporting mower weight.
• Check wheel adjustment each time cutting height is changed.
A
B
D
C
B
A