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Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Repair
CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
The cutting height can be adjusted within two different
ranges. See Figure 15 for deck height indicator.
Before adjusting the cutting height, you must first
determine the average cutting height. Depending
on the range you plan to use, it may be necessary
to adjust the deck lift pivot locations and the pulley
spacer positions. See Figures 16,17 & 18 for pulley
and pivot positions in relation to the cutting range.
To Adjust the Cutting Range:
1. Remove the mower deck drive belt. See Belt
Removal & Replacement Section for proper
procedure.
2. Remove the spindle nut (B, Figure 18) fastening
the pulley to the spindle. Remove the pulley and
key. Move the pulley spacers into the proper
position in relation to the cutting range. Reinstall
the pulley and key. Reinstall the nut and torque to
85-90 ft. lbs. (115-122 Nm).
3. Remove the pivot bolts and nuts (A, Figure 18)
and reinstall at the proper position in relation to
the cutting range. Reinstall the bolts and nuts and
tighten securely.
4. Reinstall the mower deck drive belt. See Belt
Removal & Replacement Section for proper
procedure.
To Adjust the Cutting Height:
Turn the crank handle clockwise to raise the mower
deck or counterclockwise to lower the mower deck.
See Figure 19.
Figure 15. Deck Height Indicator
A. Height Indicator Pin
Figure 16. Deck Height, Pulley & Pivot Position
(32” Model)
Figure 19. Cutting Height Adjustment
Figure 18. Pulley & Pivot Position
A. Pivot Bolts & Nuts
B. Spindle Nut
A
A
High Range
Low Range
B
Figure 17. Deck Height, Pulley & Pivot Position
(36” Model)
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