John Deere L2048 - Manual (Page 16)

Operating - 12
OPERATING
MX7695
1. Put attachment lift lever (A) into the slot adjacent to
desired cutting height.
• Slide the height reminder tab (B) to the desired
cutting height for the next time you mow.
2. Adjust mower deck wheels.
Adjusting Mower Deck Wheels
1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the
SAFETY section.)
2. Inflate tires to the correct pressure.
3. Lower mower deck to the desired mowing position.
NOTE: Bottom of wheels should be approximately 3-13
mm (1/8-1/2 in.) from the ground.
MX10509
4. Check mower wheel position. Remove bolt (A), bushing
(B), and nut (C) and move mower wheels to proper hole.
M92897 mif
A - 38 mm (1.5-In.)
B - 51 mm (2-In.)
C - 64 mm (2.5-In.)
D - 76 mm (3-In.) and above
5. Install bolts, bushings and nuts to lock wheels in
position. Tighten nuts to 34 N•m (25 lb-ft).
Checking Mower Level
NOTE: Mower wheels should not contact the ground
when leveling the deck.
3 75 mm (3 in.)
– 90 mm (3 1/2 in.)
4 (Transport) 100 mm (4 in.)
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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.
Mower Setting Approximate Cutting Height
A
B
c
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.
C
A
B
D
C
B
A