2. Check the rear tire pressure. Refer to Checking
the Tire Pressure.
3. Start and run the machine. Observe the
tracking on a level, smooth, hard surface such
as concrete or asphalt.
4. If the unit tracks to one side or the other, turn
the quick track knob. Turn the knob right to
steer right and turn the knob left to steer left
(Figure 55).
Figure 55
1. Quick track knob
Adjusting the Traction
Spring
The position of the traction spring is adjustable
to increase the traction as attachments, such as
a sulky or bagger, are added to the mower and
excessively uneven terrain.
Use Figure 56 for the traction spring options.
Figure 56
1. Traction spring
4. Medium traction for
moderate conditions
2. Left side linkage
5. Standard traction for
normal conditions
3. Most traction for uneven
terrain and attachments
Checking the Tire Pressure
Check the pressure at the valve stem after every
50 operating hours or monthly, whichever occurs
first (Figure 57).
Maintain the air pressure in the rear tires at 14-16
psi (83-97 kPa). Uneven tire pressure can cause
an uneven cut.
Note:
The front tires are semi-pneumatic tires
and do not require air pressure maintenance.
Figure 57
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