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Operation 15
MAN0765 (12/5/2008)
1. Level mower from side to side. Check by
measuring from mower frame to the ground at
each deck rail.
2. Verify that the same amount of spacers are under
all caster arms.
3. Loosen cap screws that attach caster arm
assembly to deck.
4. Set mower on the ground.
5. Retighten cap screws. This equalizes the
clearance in the bolt holes.
6. Best mowing results will be obtained with front of
mower level with, or slightly lower than, the rear.
7. Cutting height is controlled with front and rear
caster wheel adjustment.
8. To raise rear of mower, move caster adjustment
spacers under caster arms.
9. To raise front of mower, move spacers under front
caster wheel arms.
TRANSPORT
When transporting the mower, raise the wings and the
rear deck until all three transport locks engage auto-
matically.
To lower the wings and the rear deck:
1. Slightly raise the wings and rear deck to take
pressure off the locking mechanisms.
2. Pull the transport lock release rope to disengage
the locks. Lower the wings and rear deck and
release the rope.
STARTING AND STOPPING MOWER
Do not operate PTO during transport.
Never direct discharge toward people, animals,
or property.
Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from
equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of all
moving parts.
Stop power unit and implement immediately
upon striking an obstruction. Dismount power unit,
using proper procedure. Inspect and repair any
damage before resuming operation.
Always sit in power unit seat when operating
controls or starting engine. Securely fasten seat
belt, place transmission in neutral, engage brake,
and ensure all other controls are disengaged
before starting power unit engine.
NOTICE
■ Stopping the mower with belt in contact with a
very hot pulley will bake and ruin belt.
Power for operating the mower is supplied from the
tractor PTO. Refer to your tractor manual for instruc-
tions on engaging and disengaging the PTO.
Operate PTO at 540 rpm. Know how to stop tractor and
mower quickly in case of an emergency.
If the mower becomes plugged causing the belt to slip
for over two seconds, follow these steps:
1. Raise mower just enough to clear accumulated
material.
2. Continue running at least two minutes, allowing
pulleys to cool.
To reduce the risk of thrown objects, do not raise the
mower higher than necessary
OPERATING
Do not operate mowers on terrain that raises
mowers beyond 25 degrees. Exceeding this design
limit will result in U-joint “knocking noise” and
potential driveline failure and could cause driveline
to pull apart.
When engaging the PTO, engine rpm should always be
low. Once engaged and ready for mowing, increase
Table 1: Cutting Height Chart
Spacers Required Under
Caster Arm Pivot Tube
Cut Height
1/2"
Spacer
1
Spacer
1" 0 0
1-1/2" 1 0
2" 0 1
2-1/2" 1 1
3" 0 2
3-1/2" 1 2
4" 0 3
4-1/2" 1 3
CAUTION