Mower Blades; Deck Leveling - Encore F34B18 Operator's Manual

DECK LEVELING

ADJUSTMENT
Before checking the deck level make sure that tire
pressures are at the proper level. Begin by setting the
deck to a fixed position and pointing the blades to the
front edge of the deck.
Measuring from the blade to the ground on each side
of the deck will give the best reading. To adjust deck
position loosen the bolt on the deck hanger bracket
and move bolt in the slot either up or down depending
which way you need to move the deck. You should
always maintain at least a 1/8 inch of deck pitch from
front to back. Also all four chains must support the deck
equally or must have equal tension on them.
Trackng Adjustment
Before adjusting
the tracking you
must be sure that
the tire pressures
are equal. If the
machine will not
track straight on
a flat surface it
may be adjusted
by moving the
stop bolt (located
by either control
arm) clockwise to
increase ground
speed and counter clockwise to decrease ground
speed. Normally only one side is adjusted to match the
ground speed of the other pump.
Adjuster Bolt
Locking Nut
Fig. 7
-
+
Stop Bolt
Fig. 8
D-4

Mower Blades

Check sharpness of mower blades after every 10 hours
of operation. To sharpen blades proceed as follows:
 CAUTION:
TURN OFF ENGINE AND REMOVE KEY BEFORE
MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS.

Block front end of mower up or run front up on
ramps.

Remove blade by turning bolt counter clockwise.

Blades should be discarded when worn excessively.
See Sketch.
25 Degrees
Sharpen blade with a hand file, electric grinder or

blade sharpener. Wear gloves and eye protection
when sharpening. Grind blade at original bevel.

Check balance of blade by positioning the blade on
a nail or blade balance pedestal. Grind the blade
on the end that is heavier until both sides balance.

Do not wear loose
fitting clothing
which could get
caught in moving
parts. Always
be sure to wear
adequate protective
clothing. Wearing
safety glasses and safety shoes is advisable.

Reinstall blades. Refer to Figure 9 for further
information
Important Note:
Cup side of spring washer
goes against blade.
Blade
Blade
Bolt
ENCORE
Dangerous!
When Notch Starts
Discard Blade
Spring
Washer
Figure 9