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Adjusting the Blade Brake
1.
Park the machine on a level surface, disengage
the PTO, 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.
If necessary, adjust the spring mounting bolts so
that the blade brake pad rubs against both sides
of the pulley groove
4.
Adjust the nut at the end of the blade brake
rod until there is 3 to 5 mm (1/8 to 3/16 inch)
between the nut and spacer
5.
Engage the blades. Ensure that the blade brake
pad no longer contacts the pulley groove.
Figure 19
1. Spring mounting bolts
2. Blade brake pad
(Figure
19).
(Figure
19).
3. 3 to 5 mm (1/8 to 3/16 inch)
Storage
1.
Park the machine on a level surface, disengage
the PTO, 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.
Allow the engine to cool before adjusting,
cleaning, storing, or repairing the machine.
4.
Thoroughly clean the mower deck, paying
special attention to these areas:
•
Underneath the mower deck
•
Under the mower deck belt covers
•
PTO shaft assembly
•
All grease fittings and pivot points
5.
Remove, sharpen, and balance the mower deck
blades. Install the blades and torque the blade
fasteners to 75 to 80 N∙m (101 to 108 ft-lb).
6.
Check all fasteners for looseness and tighten
them as necessary.
7.
Grease or oil all grease fittings and pivot points.
Wipe off any excess lubricant.
8.
Lightly sand and use touch up paint on painted
areas that are scratched, chipped or rusted.
Repair any dents.
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