Dixon 5000 Series Operator's Manual page 26

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
DECK ROLLERS:
The spring loaded deck rollers located at the front corners of the mower deck are
Purpose:
designed as an aid to limit turf scalping when mowing on uneven ground.
Normal height settings as installed at the factory allows each roller to ride slightly
Height:
above the turf. This setting should prove ideal under most mowing conditions.
Some mowing applications may require lowering of each front roller. To lower the
Adjustment:
roller, remove the pin, spring, washer and spacer P/N 9789 from the top of roller
bracket tube. Remove roller from tube. Slide spacer P/N 9789 on roller shaft and
reassemble using washer, spring and pin at the top.
The use of a penetrating oil or light grease on the roller shafts will keep roller
Lubrication:
moving freely.
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