2.
Ensure the blades are not bent. Refer to Checking for
Bent Blades.
3.
Position the blades side-to-side. Measure at
B
and
C
locations from a level surface to the cutting edge of
blade tips (Figure 86).
Figure 86
1.
Measure from a level
surface
2.
Measure blade at points
B
and
C
4.
The difference between measurements
B
and
C
should
be no more than 1/4 inch (6 mm). I If it is not correct,
proceed to Changing the Mower Deck Side-to-Side
Height.
Changing the Mower Deck Side-to-Side
Height
Changing the side-to-side height is done by adjusting the rear
tire pressure and U-plates on the side of the engine deck.
1.
Change the rear tire pressure. Do this to the
corresponding side that needs adjustment.
2.
Locate the U-plates on the side of the engine deck
(Figure 87).
3.
Loosen the U-plate on one side and adjust it up or
down to make the difference between measurements
B
and
C
no more than a 1/4 inch (6 mm) (Figure 87).
4.
Proceed to Checking the Mower Deck Front-to-Rear
Pitch.
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Figure 87
1.
U-plate
2.
Nuts and bolts
Checking the Mower Deck Front-to-Rear
Pitch
1.
Adjust the tire pressure in the rear tires to specifications.
2.
Position one blade front-to-rear. Measure at
A
and
B
locations from a level surface to the cutting edge of
the blade tips (Figure 88).
3.
The mower blade should be a 1/4 inch (6 mm) lower
in front at
A
than in the rear at
B
. Rotate blades and
repeat for other blades. If it is not correct, proceed to
Changing the Deck Front-to-Rear Pitch.
Figure 88
1.
Measure blade at points
A
and
B
2.
Measure from a level
surface
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