Checking And Adjusting Cutting Height - Great Dane Chariot / Chariot LX GDRZ48-17KAE Operator's Manual

Adjusting Level (Front-to-Rear)
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Adjust the left and
right deck lift assist rods equally.
NOTE: Adjust side-to-side mower level before
adjusting front-to-rear level.
Chariot LX model is equipped with a deck lift assist rod
on each side of machine. Adjust both sides of the
mower deck equally.
1. Loosen jam nut (D) on deck lift assist rod.
2. While positioned in front of the machine, adjust mower
level:
• Turn hex nut (E) counterclockwise (F) to lower front
of mower deck.
• Turn hex nut (E) clockwise (G) to raise front of mower
deck.
3. For Chariot LX model, repeat for other side. Verify that
the adjustment on right and left sides is equal.
4. Tighten jam nuts.
5. Check front-to-rear mower level.

Checking and Adjusting Cutting Height

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CAUTION: Avoid injury! Rotating blades are
dangerous. Before adjusting or servicing
mower:
• Disconnect spark plug wire(s) to prevent
engine from starting accidentally.
• Always wear gloves when handling mower
blades or working near blades.
Checking Thrust Arm-to-Stop Rod Clearance
(Transport Position)
1. Set mower deck to transport (fully raised) position.
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E
2. Check clearance (A) from the top of the thrust arms (B)
to the bottom of the thrust arm stop rod (C). The clearance
should be 3 mm (1/8 in.).
Adjust Thrust Arm-to-Stop Rod Clearance (Transport
G
Position)
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1. Loosen jam nut (A).
NOTE: If correct adjustment cannot be obtained by
adjusting the lift handle connecting rod, further
movement can be gained by adjusting the chain U-
bolts.
Adjust all four chain U-bolts equally. All four chains
should be tight. Tighten the U-bolt of the loose chain to
correct.
2. Adjust deck lift handle connecting rod (B) while viewing
adjusting mechanism from rear of machine.
• To lower deck, turn nut (C) counterclockwise.
• To raise deck, turn nut (C) clockwise.
3. Tighten jam nut (A).
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