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A
1
2
3
Figure 48
1.
Slope adjusting nut (left)
A = Down to raise mower
B = Up to lower mower
2.
Bolt and locknut
3.
Mower pivot mount
11. If the 1/4 to 5/8 in. (6 to 16 mm) front slope cannot be
achieved by rotating the slope adjusting nut, move the
mower pivot mount at the mower (Fig. 49).
12. Remove the shoulder bolts and locknuts from the
mower (Fig. 49).
13. Lower the mower pivot one hole and install the
shoulder bolts and locknuts (Fig. 49).
Note: If your mower has only one hole, see an Authorized
Service Dealer.
14. Repeat front-to-rear blade slope adjustment; refer to
steps 8–10.
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4
1
3
2
3
Figure 49
1.
Mower pivot
2.
Shoulder bolt
3.
Locknut
4.
Mower
15. Recheck the front-to-rear slope again; refer to step 5.
16. When the front-to-rear blade slope is correct, recheck
the side-to-side level of the mower; refer to
Side-to-Side Mower Leveling, page 32.
17. Push the wire onto the spark plug.
Washing the Underside of the
Mower
After each use, wash the underside of the mower to prevent
grass buildup for improved mulch action and clipping
dispersal.
1. Park the machine on a hard level surface, disengage the
PTO, stop the engine, and remove the ignition key.
2. Attach the hose coupling to the end of the mower
washout fitting, and turn the water on high (Fig. 50).
Note: Spread petroleum jelly on the washout fitting o-ring
to make the coupling slide on easier and protect the o-ring.
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3
Figure 50
1.
Washout fitting
2.
Coupling
3.
Hose
3. Lower the mower to the lowest height-of-cut.
4. Sit on the seat and start the engine. Engage the PTO and
let the mower run for one to three minutes.
5. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, and remove the
ignition key. Wait for all moving parts to stop.
6. Turn the water off and remove the hose coupling from
the washout fitting.
Note: If the mower is not clean after one washing, soak it
and let it stand for 30 minutes. Then repeat the process.
7. Run the mower again for one to three minutes to
remove excess water.
