Operation
Figure 12
1.
Platform
2.
Raise upward
3.
Latch pin knob snaps inward
Operating the Machine with the
Platform Down
Operating the machine with the platform down is
recommended when:
•
Mowing most areas
•
Driving down slopes
To lower the platform, push the platform forward
against the cushion to release pressure on the latch
pin, pull the knob outward, and lower the platform
(see Figure 13).
Figure 13
1.
Pull latch pin knob outward
2.
Platform
3.
Lower
Adjusting the Cutting Height
The cutting height of the mower deck is adjusted
from 1 to 5 inches (2.5 cm to 12.7 cm) in 1/4 inch
(6.4 mm) increments.
1. Stop the machine and move the motion control
levers to the neutral position.
2. Disengage the PTO.
3. Raise and lock the deck to the 5 inch (12.7 cm)
transport position.
The deck is raised by pulling the deck lift handle
rearward and to the right to place it into the
transport lock position.
Figure 14
1.
Transport lock position
3.
Front reference/speed
control bar
2.
RH Motion control lever
4.
Deck lift handle
Note:
When changing the cutting height
positions, always come to a complete stop
and disengage the PTO.
4. Insert the height adjustment pin into the hole
corresponding to the desired cutting height.
See the decal on the side of the deck lift plate for
cut heights (reference Figure 15).
5. Pull the deck lift handle rearward and to the left
and slowly allow the deck to lower to the cutting
height.
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