Adjusting
the Gauge Wheels
Adjust the gauge wheels to prevent the mower from
scalping.
1. Select the cutting height (see Features and Controls).
2. Set parking brake.
3. Stop engine and remove key.
4. Adjust front and rear gauge wheels as needed (Figure 12).
NOTE: If the gauge wheels touch the ground, the mower
deck is not level. See an authorized dealer.
Steering
Wheel
Adjustment
NOTE: The steering wheel may be raised higher for
operator comfort.
1.
Use a suitable punch to remove the roll pin at the
base of the steering wheel (B, Figure 13).
2.
Pull down on the rubber boot to expose the two
holes in the steering shaft (A).
3.
Align the hole in the steering wheel with the appro-
priate steering shaft hole and install the roll pin.
NOTE: Steering wheel is factory installed with the roll pin
in the bottom hole.
FIGURE 12
FIGURE 13
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