Using The Lift Assist Lever; Adjusting The Anti-Scalp Rollers; Positioning The Seat - Toro Z286E Operator's Manual

Figure 10
1. Height-of-cut lever
2. Clevis pin

Using the Lift Assist Lever

The lift assist lever is used along with the height–of–cut
lever for raising the deck. This allows for easier raising of
the deck.
1. Place your foot onto lift assist lever.
2. Press on lift assist while pulling up on height–of–cut
lever (Fig. 11).
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Figure 11
1. Lift Assist Lever
Adjusting the Anti-Scalp
Rollers
Whenever you change the height-of-cut it is
recommended to adjust the height of the anti-scalp rollers.
1. Disengage the power take off (PTO) and turn the
ignition key to off. Move levers to neutral locked
position and apply parking brake. Remove the key.
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3. Hairpin cotter
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2. After adjusting height-of-cut, remove flange nut and
spring disk while holding stud with wrench (Fig. 12).
Note: Do not remove the wheel nut and washer (Fig. 12).
3. Select hole so gage wheel is positioned to the nearest
corresponding height-of-cut desired (Fig. 12).
4. Reinstall the flange nut and spring disk. Torque to
40–45 ft-lbs. (54.2–61.0 N m) (Fig. 12).
5. Repeat adjustment on other gage wheels.
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Figure 12
1. Gage wheel
2. Stud
3. Spring disk

Positioning the Seat

Setting the Seat Position
The seat can move forward and backward. Position the
seat where you have the best control of the machine and
are most comfortable.
1. To adjust, move the lever sideways to unlock seat
(Fig. 13).
2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release lever
to lock in position.
Setting the Seat Suspension
The seat can be adjusted to provide a smooth and
comfortable ride. Position the seat where you are most
comfortable.
1. To adjust, turn the knob in front either direction to
provide the best comfort (Fig. 13).
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4. Flange nut
5. Wheel nut and washer.
Do not remove.