Adjusting Mower Wheels

1. 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.
   
   

   IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! The mower deck can be damaged if mower wheels are adjusted wrong:

   • Wheels must not ride on ground supporting mower weight.
   • Check wheel adjustment each time cutting height is changed.
   
   

   Park machine on a level surface, not on a slope.

2. Disengage mower blades.

3. Fully raise the mower.

4. Lock park brake.

5. Stop engine.

6. Remove key.

7. Wait for engine and all moving parts to stop before leaving operator’s seat.

8. Set cut height with height lock pin and lower mower until the mower weight is supported by the height lock.

9. Set gage wheel height:

   1. Release wheel lock.

   2. Adjust wheel to 3/8-in. distance from ground and lock wheels.

   3. IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Ensure that at least one hole remains above lock bracket. In extreme mowing conditions, retract wheels completely to avoid damage.

      Install snap lock pin in hole just above gage wheel bracket.