Adjusting the Skid
Mount the skid in the lower position when operating
in height of cuts equal to or higher than 64 mm (2-1/2
inches) and in the higher position when operating in
height of cuts lower than 64 mm (2-1/2 inches).
1.
Park the machine on a level surface, lower the
cutting unit, shut off the machine, remove the
key, and turn the battery-disconnect switch to
the O
position.
FF
2.
Remove the flange-head bolts and nuts from the
skid.
3.
Move the skid to the desired position and secure
it to the cutting unit with the flange-head bolts
and nuts
(Figure
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Adjusting the Flow Baffle
Model 31890 Only
You can adjust the mower-discharge flow for different
types of mowing conditions. Position the baffle to give
the best quality of cut.
1.
Park the machine on a level surface, lower the
cutting unit, shut off the machine, remove the
key, and turn the battery-disconnect switch to
the O
position.
FF
2.
Loosen the nut
(Figure
14).
15).
1. Nut
3.
Adjust the baffle and nut in the slot to the desired
discharge flow; refer to
Baffle (page
4.
Tighten the nut.
Positioning the Flow Baffle
Model 31890 Only
Refer to the following sections for a description of
each flow-baffle position.
position (i.e., A, B, and C) as seen on the decal.
The following positions are only recommendations for
use. Adjustments will vary by grass type, moisture
content, and height of grass.
Position A
This is the full rear position. The suggested use for
this position is a follows.
•
Use for short, light grass mowing conditions.
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•
Use in dry conditions.
•
For smaller grass clippings.
•
Propels grass clippings farther away from the
mower.
Position B
Use this position when bagging. Always align it with
the blower opening.
Position C
This is the full open position. The suggested use for
this position is as follows.
•
Use in tall, dense grass mowing conditions.
•
Use in wet conditions.
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Figure 15
2. Baffle-adjustment decal
Positioning the Flow
14).
Figure 15
illustrates each
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