Product Manual

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The cutting height can be adjusted in a range from 2.0" to 8.0". This is accomplished by turning
the height adjust crank located at the back of the mower. See Figure 8. Turn the crank clockwise
to raise the mower cutting height and counter-clockwise to lower the mower cutting height.
DANGER: Shut off tow vehicle engine and allow mower blades to stop completely before
attempting to measure the cutting height.
Adjust the mower as follows:
1. Pull the mower on to a smooth, level surface.
2. The desired cutting height can be determined by measuring the distance from the ground to
the outside lower edge of the mower deck and adding 1-5/16”. The mower blade cutting edge
is 1-5/16” above the outside lower edge of the mower deck.
Note: If the height adjust crank does not turn easily, the pivot bolts holding the carrier arm
assemblies and height adjust screw may be too tight. Loosen the pivot bolts slightly to
allow easier pivoting. Care should be taken not to loosen too much or excess wear and
flexing may occur. Greasing the threads on the height adjust screw may also allow
greater ease in adjustment.
Note: After setting the initial cutting height, quick field adjustments can be completed by
counting crank turns. Roughly 8 turns will equal 1” of vertical movement.
The adjustment crank may unturn due to vibration. This will allow the mower’s cutting height to
change. The crank can be secured by folding it down between the adjustment nut tube and the
height adjust support. See Figure 9.
Figure 9: Securing Crank While Not In Use
Adjustment Crank
Height Adjust Support
Adjustment Nut Tube