Initial Set-Up
Tires and Wheels
3-19
8/18/20
Initial Set-Up
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(ensure the blades are not bent from damage before taking measure-
ments).
7.
Adjust the center deck by using the jam nut on the center adjustment rod on the deck lift
assembly.
NOTE:
Tolerances for front-to-back is (positive)
+1/8 inch in the rear --
the rear should never be
lower than the front edge.
Retighten the jam nut
on the adjustment rod after leveling the deck.
8.
Repeat the measuring technique on deck 2 and
4; use the rear wheel adjustment rod (see
in 3.16) to achieve desired rake.
9.
Decks 1 and 5 require no calibration.
3.18 Tires and Wheels
1.
Check the air pressure in the rear drive tires.
2.
Maintain air pressure at 18 psi, or as needed to maintain level deck cutting.
3.
Verify proper function of all mower deck wheels.
The wheels should turn freely without excessive side-to-side motion, and be free of
debris.
4.
Clean, adjust, replace, and grease as necessary.
5.
Ensure each wheel swivels freely in the shaft pivot collar, and the bearings are in good
condition.
a.
Clean and grease the shaft collar assembly of any wheel that does not swivel
freely.
b.
Replace the bearings, if necessary.
3.19 General Inspection
Verify that all warning decals are in place, visible, and legible.
Verify that all covers and safety devices are properly installed and secure.
Jam Nut
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