Adjusting The Compression Spring - Toro Z Master Z597 Service Manual

MOWER DECKS

Adjusting the Compression Spring

1. Raise the mower lift lever to the transport position.
2. Check the distance between the two large washers,
it needs to be 11-1/2 inches (29.2cm) (Fig. 564).
3. Adjust this distance, by loosening the spring jam nut
and turning the nut in front of each spring (Fig. 564).
Turning the nut clockwise will shorten the spring;
counter-clockwise will lengthen the spring.
4. Lock the nut into position by tightening the spring
jam nut (Fig. 564).
1. 11-1/2" (29.2cm)
between the large
washers
2. Front nut
3. Spring jam nut
7
7-50
Fig 564 fig. 70 m-6831
4. Front swivel
5. Swivel jam nut
6. Lift nut
7. Front support arm
8. Large washer
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