English
– 27
Maintenance
6
On completion of the adjustment the unit’s parallelism
should be re-checked.
7
Fit the front cover.
Service position for the cutting unit
The cutting head can be placed in the service position to
provide easy access for cleaning, repairs and servicing. In the
service position the cutting unit is raised and locked in the
vertical position.
Placing in the service position
Rider 11 C, 13 C, 16 C, 16 AWD
1
Position the machine on flat ground. Apply and lock the
parking brake. Set the cutting height control in the lowest
position and lift up the cutting unit.
2
Remove the front hood by removing the pin.
3
Loosen the spring on the drive belt’s belt idler by
loosening the handle.
4
Place the handle on the frame arch.
5
Lift off the drive belt and hang on the load-relieving hook.
6
Loosen on the cutting height stay and place in the holder.
7
Grip the front edge of the unit and pull forwards until it
stops.
8
Lift the unit until it stops and a clicking sound is heard.
9
The unit locks automatically in the vertical position.
Restoring from service position
1
Grip the front edge of the unit and loosen the lock, fold
down and slide in the unit.
