Leveling The Mower - Simplicity 2690817 Operator's Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING

Leveling the Mower

If the cut is uneven, the mower may need leveling.
Unequal or improper tire pressure may also cause an
uneven cut. Make sure tire pressure is correct as
specified in Checking Tire Pressure.
SIDE-TO-SIDE LEVELING
1. With the mower installed, place the tractor on a
smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Turn
the front wheels straight forward.
2. Check for bent blades and replace if necessary.
3. Place the mower in mid-cut position. Arrange the
outside mower blades so that they are pointing from
side-to-side.
4. Measure the distance between the outside tips of
each blade and the ground. If there is more than 1/8"
(3 mm) difference between the measurements on
each side, proceed to Step 5. If the difference is 1/8"
(3 mm) or less, proceed to Step 6.
5. Loosen the outside nut (A, Figure 27). Turn the
eccentric nut (B) to raise or lower left-hand side of
mower. When mower is level, hold the eccentric nut
while tightening the outside nut.
NOTE: When using a turbo collection system, raise the
discharge side of the mower approximately 1/4" (6 mm)
to compensate for turbo assembly weight. Check the
level of the cut grass and adjust the 1/4" (6 mm)
measurement as necessary for a smooth, even cut.
FRONT-TO-BACK LEVELING
6. Arrange the blades so they face front-to-back.
7. Measure the distance from the ground to the front tip
of the center blade, and from the ground to rear tips
of left-hand and right-hand blades.
Front tip of the center blade should be 1/4" (6 mm)
higher than rear tips of left-hand and right-hand
blades. If not, proceed with Steps 8 and 9.
8. Loosen the outside nut (A, Figure 28). Turn the
eccentric nut (B) to raise or lower the front of the
mower. When the mower is level, hold the eccentric
nut while tightening the outside nut.
9. Re-check the blade measurement then tighten the
front nut against the bracket to secure.
Figure 27. Side-to-Side Leveling
Figure 28. Front to Back Leveling
A. Outside Nut
B. Eccentric Nut
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A
B
A
B