Determine the approximate distance necessary for proper
adjustment and proceed, if necessary.
To raise the front of the deck, tighten (thread inward) the
To 2. lower the front of the deck, loosen (thread outward) the
lock nut, away from the front hanger bracket.
Deck Spindle
purpose lithium grease. Using a grease gun, apply two strokes
(minimum) or sufficient grease to the spindle shaft.
Adjustments
WARNING!
ignition key and engage the parking brake before
heavy gloves when handling the blades.
NOTE:
any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to Tires on page 28 for
information regarding tire pressure.
Leveling the Deck (Front To Rear)
The front of the cutting deck is supported by a stabilizer bar that
can be adjusted to level the deck from front to rear. The front of
the deck should be between ⁄inch and ⁄inch lower than the
rear of the deck. Adjust if necessary as follows:
the deck lift lever in the middle position.
Rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that it is 2.
parallel with the tractor.
Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to the
ground and the rear of the blade tip to the ground. The
first measurement taken should be between ⁄ and ⁄ less
than the second measurement.
Figure 6-5
Figure 6-4
22 se c t i O n 6 — Ma i n t e n a n c e & ad j u s t M e n t s
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