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m–6403
Figure 25
1.
Upper handle
2.
Rear frame
3.
Flange nut, 3/8 inch
4.
Flange bolt, 3/8 x 1 inch
5.
Upper mounting hole
6.
Lower mounting holes
7.
Low position
8.
High position
3. Remove the lower flange bolts (3/8 x 1 inch) and
flange nuts securing handle to rear frame (Fig. 25).
4. Pivot handle to desired operating position and install
lower flange bolts (3/8 x 1 inch) and flange nuts into
mounting holes. Tighten all flange bolts.
5. Thread rod fitting up or down on rod until proper
position is attained and install into fitting to idler
bracket with clevis pin, washer and hairpin cotter.
Refer to Installing the Control Rods, page 16.
6. Check the parking brake adjustment (Fig. 10). Refer to
Checking the Brakes, page 32.
Using the Mid–Size Weight
This machine includes a weight and should be installed
installed in the rear position (Fig. 26).
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The weight mounted in the rear position is
recommended, except when a Tru–Trak
Sulky is
installed.
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If weight is mounted in the back position, it must be
removed if a Tru–Trak
Sulky is installed.
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Figure 26
1.
Weight mounted in rear
position
2.
Capscrew
3.
Washer
4.
Nut
With the weight installed in the rear position, the
front end of the machine can rapidly raise up
when the mower is removed. This could cause
serious injury to you or bystanders.
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Support the rear of the machine when
removing the mower from the carrier frame.
Warning