Checking Mower Deck Level

CAUTION: Rotating blades are dangerous. Before adjusting or servicing mower:

Disconnect spark plug wire(s) or battery negative (-) cable to prevent engine from starting accidently.

Always wear gloves when handling mower blades or working near blades.

NOTE: Mower deck wheels should not contact the ground when leveling the mower deck.

1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)

2. Inflate tires to the correct pressure.

3. Move mower lift handle to preferred cutting height.

4. Measure mower deck level (side-to-side).

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      A convenient leveling gauge (A) (AM130907) is available from your dealer.

      Position mower blades as follows and measure from each outside blade tip (B) to the level surface.

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      Turn left blade (C) as shown. Hold drive belt and turn right blade (D) as shown. Take measurement for both blades. The difference between blade measurements must not be more than 3 mm (1/8 in.).

   3. Adjust mower deck level, if necessary.

5. Measure mower level (front-to-rear).

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      Turn right blade (E) so blade tip points straight forward.

   2. Measure from blade tip to the surface. Take measurement for both blades. The front blade tip must be 3–6 mm (1/8 -1/4 in.) lower than rear blade tip.

   3. Adjust mower deck level if necessary.