Scotts S2048 - Manual (Page 35)

Operating Mower - Page 31
OPERATING MOWER
NOTE: Adjustable lift links are on both sides of
mower. Cutting height can closely match knob
setting by using adjustment on both sides. DO NOT
adjust deck too high or it will not lock in transport
(upper) position.
8. Turn nut (B), (right side shown): Clockwise to RAISE
right side of mower and counterclockwise to LOWER
right side of mower.
9. Check side-to-side measurements and readjust if
necessary.
Adjusting Mower Level (Front-to-Rear)
NOTE: Mower gage wheels should not contact the
ground during leveling.
1. Park tractor on a hard, level surface.
2. Stop engine and remove key.
3. CHECK: Tire pressure must be correct. (See
Checking Tire Pressure in Service – Miscellaneous
section.)
4. Pull lift lever all the way back to TRANSPORT (upper)
position.
5. Turn mower depth control knob (A) to adjust cutting
height to 50 mm (2 in).
6. Move lift lever forward to MOWING (lower) position.
7. Turn left blade so blade tip points straight forward.
8. Hold drive belt and turn right blade straight forward.
9. Measure from the front of each blade tip to the level
surface. The front blade tips must be 6–9 mm (1/4–3/8
in.) lower than rear blade tips or blades will cut grass
twice and tips will turn brown.
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CAUTION: Avoid injury. Before you adjust
mower:
• STOP engine
• Remove key.
• Wait for blades to STOP.
Be careful, sharp edges on mower blades.
Always wear gloves when handling mower
blades.
M88586
B
M97170
A