Adjusting the Open Door
for 60- and 72-inch Mowers
Note:
Perform this procedure after adjusting the door
to completely close.
Adjust the handle link to so that the door opens as
much as possible(
and
).
Note:
Lengthen the handle link to open the door
farther. Shorten the handle link to open the door less
Note:
How far the door opens is controlled by the
contact arm hitting the stop. The stop is not adjustable
and prevents the door from being opened too far.
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Figure 48
1.
Handle
3.
Stop
2.
Handle link
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Figure 49
1.
Handle assembly
3.
Clevis-pin spring
2.
Bagger-handle link
Adjusting the Latches for
60- and 72-inch Mowers
Note:
Adjust the open door and closed door positions
before adjusting the latches.
1.
Disengage the PTO, move the motion-control
levers to the N
EUTRAL
-
LOCKED
position, and set
the parking brake.
2.
Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait
for all moving parts to stop before leaving the
operating position.
3.
Close the door.
4.
Ensure that the latches completely engage and
contacts the latch rod welded to the door (
Note:
The latches need to be tight against the
latch rod. They need to be loose enough to
move or wiggle.
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Figure 50
1.
Latch link
2.
Latch rod
Adjusting the Arm Position
for 48- and 52-inch Mowers
The left and right bellcrank arms need to be equally
positioned from the upper frame tube for proper use.
1.
Disengage the PTO, move the motion-control
levers to the N
EUTRAL
-
LOCKED
position, and set
the parking brake.
2.
Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait
for all moving parts to stop before leaving the
operating position.
3.
Remove the side plate from both sides of the
bagger (
).
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