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Initial Set-Up
Weight Transfer Springs
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3-16 Lastec//021819 Initial Set-Up
3.18 Weight Transfer Springs
It is important that the weight transfer system is operating properly. The weight transfer
springs help to lighten the mower deck by transferring excess weight to the drive unit. The
elimination of excess weight allows more agile floating of the mower deck, resulting in a
higher quality cut and a lower incidence of turf damage.
The weight transfer springs are located under the operator seat pan, running from the
mounting bolt on the right front of the frame to the two pivot arms located in front of the
right steering control arm. The pivot arms extend to the outer left and right of the frame,
and are connected by chains to the left and right sides of the mower deck.
Check to be sure that all weight transfer springs are properly mounted and secure, both
to the mounting bolt in front and the pivot arms in back. Also verify that the chains running
from the outer pivot arms to the mower deck are properly mounted and intact.
Proper operation of the weight transfer system will allow you to lift the rear of the mower
deck by hand with little effort.