Adjusting the Anti-Scalp
Rollers
Models with a 60-Inch Deck Only
Whenever you change the height-of-cut, adjust the
height of the anti-scalp rollers.
1.
Disengage the blade-control switch (PTO), move
the motion-control levers to the N
position, and engage the parking brake.
2.
Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait
for all moving parts to stop before leaving the
operating position.
3.
Remove the nut and bolt position the anti-scalp
rollers and install the nut and bolt.
4.
Ensure that the spacers and bushings are
installed
(Figure
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1. Bushing
2. Anti-scalp roller
3. Spacer
Adjusting the Flow Baffle
You can adjust the mower-discharge flow for different
types of mowing conditions. Position the cam lock
and baffle to provide the best quality of cut.
1.
Disengage the PTO, move the motion-control
levers to the N
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engage the parking brake.
2.
Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait
for all moving parts to stop before leaving the
operating position.
3.
To adjust the baffle, loosen the knob
4.
Adjust the baffle and knob in the slot to the
desired discharge flow and tighten the knob.
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23).
4. Bolt
5. Nut
-
position, and
LOCK
(Figure
-
LOCK
1. Slot
Positioning the Flow Baffle
The following figures are for recommended use only.
Adjustments vary by grass type, moisture content,
and the height of the grass.
Note:
If the engine power draws down and the
mower ground speed is the same, open the baffle.
Position A
This is the full, rear position (see
position for the following:
•
In short, light grass mowing conditions
•
In dry conditions
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Smaller grass clippings
•
Propels grass clippings farther away from the
mower
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2. Knob
Figure
25). Use this
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