Yazoo/Kees ZKW42171 - Manual (Page 6)

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ADJUSTMENTS
PARK BRAKE:
1. Stop engine and remove key. While the park brake lever”A” is in the on postion. The distance
between the swivel”C” and the bolt head”B” should be 3/8” to 1/2” approximately.(See Fig. 2)
2. If adjustment is needed, using two 1/2” wrenchs, loosen the nut”F” above the turnbuckle”G”
while holding the turnbuckle”G” from turning. After the nut”F” is loose and out of the way. While
holding the bolt head”B” from turning. Turn the turnbuckle”G” the proper direction to lengthen the
distance or to shorten the distance. After the proper distance is obtained retighten the nut”F”
against the turnbuckle”G”.
3. While the park brake lever”A” is still in the on postion, measure the lenght of the spring”D”.
Should measure 2”.(See Fig. 2)
4. If adjustment is needed loosen or tighten the nut”E” below the spring”D”. While holding the
turnbuckle”G” to keep the assembly from turning.
CUTTING HEIGHT:
1. Before changing cutting heights make sure the blades are off, key switch is off, and the park
brake is on.(Never change the cutting heights with the mower still running.)
2. The cutting height ranges from 1 1/2” to 5.0” in 1/2” increments.(See Fig. 3a)
3. To change cutting heights pull the hairpins out of the bent arm pins. While hanging on to the
deck handle, pull the bent arm pins out of the deck hangers, front and back. Choose the desired
cutting height position and relocate bent arm pins and the hairpins. Repeat steps on the other
side.(See Fig. 3b)
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 3a FIGURE 3b