Adjusting Deck Lift Spring Tension

NOTE: Deck lift spring tension is adjusted at the factory. If the effort required to raise or lower the mower deck is not satisfactory, an adjustment may be necessary.

Check Spring Tension

1. Park machine on a hard, level surface.

2. Stop engine and lock park brake.

3. Raise the mower deck lift lever to the transport position.

Adjust Spring Tension

NOTE: Do not over-tension the deck lift springs. If the springs are compressed too tightly, the mower deck will float too freely.

Both deck lift spring assemblies must be adjusted equally.

Decrease deck lift spring tension if operating in rough terrain.

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1. Loosen cap screws (A and C).

2. NOTE: Using a 3/8 in. ratchet will help in the tension adjustment.

   Face the front of the machine and adjust spring tension:

3. To make the deck easier to lift, turn bracket (B) forward to increase spring tension. making the deck easier to lift.

4. To make the deck harder to lift, turn bracket (B) rearward to decrease spring tension.

5. When adjustments have been made, tighten cap screws (A and C).