MOWER DECK
7-51Toro GrandStand Service Manual
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Checking the Mower Deck Front-to-Rear
Pitch
1. Measure blade at points A & B
2. Measure from a level surface
1. U-plate 2. Nuts & bolts
Changing the side-to-side height is done by adjusting the
rear tire pressure and U-plates on the side of the engine
deck.
1. Change the rear tire pressure. Do this to the corres-
ponding side that needs adjustment.
2. Locate the U-plates on the side of the engine deck
(Fig. 1423).
1. Adjust the rear tire pressure to 12-14 psi (83-97kPa).
2. Position one blade front-to-rear. Measure at A and B
locations from a level surface to the cutting edge of
the blade tips (Fig. 1424).
Fig. 1423 g. 83 G012189
Fig. 1424 g. 84 G001041
Changing the Mower Deck Side-to-Side
Height
3. Loosen the U-plate on one side and adjust it up or
down to make the difference between measure-
ments B and C 1/4” (6mm) or less (Fig. 1423).
4. Proceed to Checking the Mower Deck Front-to-Rear
Pitch.
3. The mower blade should be a 1/4” (6mm) lower in
front at A than in the rear at B. Rotate blades and
repeat for other blades. If it is not correct, proceed to
Changing the Deck Front-to-Rear Pitch.
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