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Figure 53. Deck Lift Spring Location
A. Deck Lift Spring
Deck Lift Spring
The deck lift springs (A, Figure 53) are factory set to
provide optimal lifting performance.
Although it is fastened with a multi-position anchor,
this is NOT AN ADJUSTMENT POINT.
DO NOT attempt to adjust the spring length or lifting
performance will be compromised.
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Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair
Fine Adjustment Procedure (52” Models Only)
1. Loosen the jam nut (A, Figure 52) and turn the fine
adjustment bolt (B) to adjust the deck height until
the front measurement equals 4” (10,2 cm) and
the back measurement equals 4” (10,2 cm).
• Turn the bolt CLOCKWISE to raise the deck.
• Turn the bolt COUNTER-CLOCKWISE to lower
the deck.
2. Position the outside mower blades so that they
face front-to-back.
3. Re-measure from the front tip of the blade from
the cutting edge to the ground. Measure from the
rear tip of the blade from the cutting edge to the
ground. Repeat the process for the other side of
the machine.
4. Once the front measurement equals 4” (10,2 cm)
and the back measurement equals 4” (10,2 cm),
re-tighten the jam nut.
Figure 52. Fine Adjustment of the Deck Cutting
Height
A. Jam Nut
B. Fine Adjustment Bolt
B
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