Cub Cadet LGTX 1050 Operator's Manual page 22

Adjustments
WARNING!
ignition key and engage the parking brake before
making adjustments. Protect your hands by using
heavy gloves when handling the blades.
NOTE: Check the tractor's tire pressure before performing any
deck leveling adjustments. Refer to Tires in the Service section
for information regarding tire pressure.
Leveling the Deck (Front To Rear)
The front of the cutting deck is supported by a stabilizer bar that
can be adjusted to level the deck from front to rear. The front of
the deck should be between 1⁄4" and 3⁄8" lower than the rear of the
deck. Adjust if necessary as follows:
1. Park the tractor on a firm, level surface and place the deck
lift lever in the middle position.
2. Rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that it is
parallel with the tractor.
3. Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to the
ground and the rear of the blade tip to the ground. The
first measurement taken should be between 1⁄4" and 3⁄8" less
than the second measurement.
Determine the approximate distance necessary for proper
adjustment and proceed, if necessary.
1. To raise the front of the deck, tighten (thread inward) the
hex nut against the front hanger bracket. See Fig. 6-4.
2. To lower the front of the deck, loosen (thread outward) the
hex nut, away from the front hanger bracket. See Fig. 6-4
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Leveling the Deck (Side to Side)
If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side to side
adjustment can be performed. Adjust if necessary as follows:
1. With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface, place the
deck lift lever in the middle position and rotate both blades
so that they are perpendicular with the tractor.
2. Measure the distance from the outside of the left blade
tip to the ground and the distance from the outside of the
right blade tip to the ground. Both measurements taken
should be equal. If not, proceed to the next step.
3. Loosen, but do NOT remove, the hex bolt on the left deck
hanger bracket. See Fig. 6-5.
4. Using a wrench, raise or lower the left side of the deck by
turning the adjustment gear. See Fig. 6-5.
The deck is properly leveled when both blade tip measurements
taken in step 2 are equal. Retighten the hex bolt on the left deck
hanger bracket when proper adjustment is achieved.
Adjustment
Gear
Figure 6-5
Parking Brake Adjustment
If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when the brake
pedal is completely depressed, or if the tractor's rear wheels
can roll with the parking brake applied (and the hydrostatic
relief valve open), the brake is in need of adjustment. See your
authorized dealer to have the brake properly adjusted.
Adjusting the Seat
Refer to the Assembly and Set-Up section of this manual for seat
adjustment instructions.
WARNING!
Before operating the tractor, make sure
the seat is engaged in the seat-stop. Engage the
parking brake. Stand behind the machine and pull
back on seat until it clicks into place.
Hex Bolt