Operation
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Adjusting Height-of-Cut
The height-of-cut is adjusted from 1-1/2” to 5”
(38 to 127 mm) in 1/2” (13 mm) increments by
relocating clevis pin in different hole locations.
1.
Raise the height-of-cut lever to the transport position
(also the
5” (127 mm) cutting height position)
(Fig. 4).
2.
To adjust, remove hairpin cotter and clevis pin
from height-of-cut bracket (Fig. 4).
3.
Select hole in height-of-cut bracket
corresponding to the height-of-cut desired. Lift
handle to transport position, insert clevis pin
(Fig. 4).
4.
Secure clevis pin with hairpin cotter (Fig. 4).
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Figure 4
1.
Height-of-cut lever
2.
Clevis Pin
3.
Hairpin Cotter
Adjusting Anti-Scalp Rollers
Whenever you change the height-of-cut you must also
adjust the height of the anti-scalp rollers.
Stop the engine before adjusting the anti-scalp rollers.
1.
Raise the height-of-cut lever to the transport position
(also the
5” (127 mm) cutting height position)
(Fig. 4).
2.
Adjust anti–scalp rollers for maximum deck
flotation. Place rollers in one of the positions
shown in (Fig. 5).
Note:
Do not adjust rollers to support the
deck.
3.
Reposition the roller so it’s approximately 1/4”
to 3/8” (6 to 10 mm) above the ground, then
insert the clevis pin through the gauge wheel
plate and mounting bracket (Fig. 5).
4.
Be sure bolt is tightened properly or loss of
anti-scalp roller may result.
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Figure 5
1.
Mounting Bracket
2.
Bolt 3/8–16 x 4” (102 mm)
3.
Spring washer 3/8”
4.
Bushing
5.
Roller
6.
Washer 3/8”
7.
Flange nut 3/8–16
