Wright Serial # 69788 and Higher - Manual (Page 25)

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6.2 Height-of-Cut
Before adjusting the height-of-cut be sure the mower engine is off, and rear tires have
proper air pressure. Check for even tire wear. The height-of-cut can be adjusted the
following way:
• While holding the deck lift lever grip to the left of the upright, push down (with thumb or
other hand) on the button at the top of the deck lift lever. With the button pushed
down, move the deck lift lever forward to lower the deck or pull back to raise the deck.
When the deck is at the desired height, release the button and make sure the internal
stop block is fully locked into place. There is also a detent pin that can be used to
insure the deck is not lowered to a cutting height that is lower than the lowest desired
cutting height.
6.2.1 Deck Lift Spring Adjustment
Deck lift spring tension is adjusted at the factory. If the effort needed to raise and lower the mower deck is not
satisfactory, an adjustment may be necessary. The Intensity is equipped with two deck-lift assist springs.
The left side spring behind the thigh pad is non-adjustable (1).
Do not over tension the deck lift adjust spring as the mower deck may float too freely.
To adjust deck spring tension, tighten or loosen the eye-bolt Nylock
jam nut located in the front tank bracket. If tightening for more lift
assist make sure not to over tighten creating the deck to hop over
rough terrain.
6.2.2 Deck Adjustments
The mower deck can be adjusted for pitch and side-to-side
leveling. Pitch is the relationship between the front of the
deck and the rear of the deck in regards to height of cut. In
most cases, a positive pitch (front of the deck lower than the
rear of the deck) of ¼” is the optimum setting. These
adjustments can easily be made by moving any or all of the
four deck lift brackets up and down using a 1/2" ratchet & short extension. It is best to use blocks to lower the
deck onto to assist in the deck adjustments.

Park mower safely on a level surface and inflate tires to the correct pressure.
 Set deck pin and lower deck to 3” height of cut. (If using blocks place under deck prior to lowering)
 Align blades front to rear, measure front and rear blade tips to grounds. The front blade tip should be 3” and
rear should be between 3 1/8
– 3 1/4”.

Using a 11/16 wrench, loosen the deck lift bracket nuts (A). Using the ½ ratchet & extension, raise or lower
the deck lift arm accordingly.

Tighten to 45 ft. lbs. After all adjustments are made, verify measurements.
1
Deck Lift Rod is pre-set at the factory and
should never need adjustment.
Left Front Right Rear Left Rear Right Front
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