Using the Cutting Deck
Service Latch
When servicing the cutting decks, use the service
latch to prevent injury.
1.
Center the cutting deck sidewinder with the
traction unit.
2.
Raise the cutting decks to the transport position.
3.
Engage the parking brake and turn off the
machine.
4.
Release the latch rod from the front carrier-frame
retainer
(Figure
31).
Figure 31
1. Service-latch hook
5.
Lift the outside of the front cutting decks and
place the latch over the frame pin mounted on
the front of the operator's platform
6.
Sit on the operator's seat and start the machine.
7.
Lower the cutting decks to the mow position.
8.
Turn off the machine and remove the key.
9.
Reverse this procedure to unlatch the cutting
decks.
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(Figure
31).
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