Scotts S1642 Operator's Manual page 13

Adjusting Cutting Height
Cutting height can be adjusted from approximately 38 –
100 mm (1-1/2 – 4 in).
1. Push down on lift lever (A) slightly and hold locking
lever (B) down with thumb.
2. Move lift lever to desired cutting height.
3. Release locking lever to keep lift lever in position.
4. Adjust gage wheels.
Adjusting Mower Deck Wheels
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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 accidently.
• Always wear gloves when handling mower
blades or working near blades.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! The mower deck can
be damaged if mower wheels are adjusted wrong:
• Wheels must not ride on ground supporting
mower weight.
• Check wheel adjustment each time cutting height
is changed.
1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the Safety
Section.)
2. Inflate tires to the correct pressure.
3. Raise lift lever to transport position and adjust cutting
height.
4. Move lift lever to mowing position.
OPERATING
NOTE: Bottom of wheels should be approximately 6-13
mm (1/4-1/2 in.) from the ground.
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B
5. Check mower wheel position. Remove bolt (A), bushing
(B), washer (C), and nut (D) and move mower wheels to
proper hole.
6. Install bolt and tighten with nut to lock wheels in position.
Adjusting Mower Level (Side-to-Side)
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NOTE: Mower wheels should not contact the ground
when leveling the deck.
1. Park machine safely on a level surface. (See Parking
Safely in the Safety Section).
2. Inflate tires to the correct pressure.
3. Adjust cutting height to middle position.
4. Put lift lever in mowing position.
Operating - 9
D
C
B
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Rotating blades are
dangerous. Before adjusting or servicing
mower:
• Disconnect spark plug wire(s) to prevent
engine from starting accidently.
• Always wear gloves when handling mower
blades or working near blades.
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