Craftsman 247.889980 - Manual (Page 20)

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
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3. If the arrows on the surface of each spindle pulley are not
perpendicular (at a 90° angle) to each other, see your Sears or
other qualified service dealer to have the timing belt reset.
A warning
Do not operate the machine without the deck's timing belt properly
set. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or
property damage.
ADJUSTMENTS
AWARNING
Shut the engine off and remove the ignition key before making
adjustments.
Handle Height
The upper handle is secured to two support bars that can be adjusted
to raise or lower the handle height. Adjust it necessary as follows:
1. Remove the upper star knob and carriage screw on the right side
of the handle and the left side of the handle.
See Figure 22.
holes on each support bar with the holes on the handle.
3. Reinstall the upper star knob and carriage screw on the right side
of the handle and the left side of the handle when a comfortable
height is achieved.
CUTTING DECK REMOVAL
AWARNING
Before performing any maintenance or repairs, disengage blades,
stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting.
To remove the cutting deck, proceed as follows:
1. Remove the belt cover by removing the three screws and washers
which secure it to the frame. See Figure 23.
AWARNING
Figure 23
Place the deck height lever in its highest position.
Position wood blocks at various places under the deck's edge.
These will temporarily support the deck in the process of removing it.
Use the deck height lever to lower the deck, so that it rests on the
wood blocks.
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