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ADJUSTING THE LATCH PLATE
1.
Level the deck before proceeding to adjust the latch plate. (Follow instructions on previous page.)
Pin the deck in the lowest position before proceeding to adjust the latch plate.
2.
Lift up on the hook keeper, while pulling up on the release handle. This will disconnect the rear of the
deck.
3.
Loosen nuts on the adjustment of the latch plate using a 7/16 wrench. Pull up on the release handle
as far as it will allow. Slide adjustment back or forward to where the latch plate will catch the release
handle rod at its highest location. Tighten nuts back.
4.
Lift up on latch plate and push down on the release handle to lock deck hooks in place.
5.
Double check the latch plate adjustment by releasing the deck hangers and pulling up on the release
handle. If the latch plate catches the release handle rod, no further adjustment needs to be made. If
it does not, follow steps 3-5, as needed.
Deck Hook
Hook Keeper
Release
Handle Rod
Latch
Plate
Latch Plate
Adjustment
Up
(Release)
Down
(Lock)
