ex when cutting tall grass & how do I fix this problem?
20 Hp 42″ Deck Lawn Tractor
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When you put the new blades on did you notice if they were even with each other? the 42″ decks have a tendency to “warp” inward on the left side. this causes the left blade to ride at an angle to the right blade – there is a tool to correct this, but not all shops have it – sometimes you can remove the deck, flip it over and wallop the inside edge of the left mandrel until the blades are even – a 2 lb. sledge works well for this
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Locate the attachment lift lever on the right side of the steering wheel. Press down on the plunger at the top of the lever, and move the lever forward to raise the mower deck or backward to lower it.
Pull the wheel adjuster lever toward the wheel to unlock it from the tooth. Move the lever left or right to raise or lower the mower deck.
A perfectly tight mower belt can rotate without slipping off but not cause the engine to over-exert and overheat. If the belt does not slip off while working and is not producing unfavorable sounds that indicate wearing off of the belt, then that is the perfect tightness for it.
For most effective results, a lawn mower deck should have a pitch, or height difference of 1/8-inch to 1/2-inch between the front of the deck to the back of the deck. Naturally, this makes the sweet spot about 1/4-inch of pitch, depending on the mower model.
For most effective results, a lawn mower deck should have a pitch, or height difference of 1/8-inch to 1/2-inch between the front of the deck to the back of the deck. Naturally, this makes the sweet spot about 1/4-inch of pitch, depending on the mower model.
Dual-lever, 6 position height adjustment makes it easy to change cutting heights from 1.25″ to 3.75″ high.
Mower deck gauge wheels should be properly adjusted to prevent scalping grass on uneven terrain. The bottom of the wheels should sit approximately 1/8-1/2 of an inch from the ground, depending on your cutting height.
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I had hit a somewhat hidden stump on the lawn..bending the blade. Took the deck off and replaced the bent blade. Put the deck back on and now the cut seems uneven. It appears that the deck is now uneven. I attempted to follow the directions for a side-to-side leveling. Started with trying to measure the blade height and am struggling with getting to a spot where I can measure the blade on the left side. By looking at the deck, it appears to be uneven. I am struggling with being able to raise the left side of the deck.
ANSWER : I’ve only had luck removeing the deck, turn it upside down. Measure blade, mark, remove blade, insert large pipe over spindle, bend in direction. Re-install blade, and do it all over and over till straight. Measure in several locations.
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2003 DLT3000 Craftsman riding mower. Air in tires correct, deck level front/back & side/side, new blades.. Still cuts uneven. Does this deck flex when cutting tall grass & how do I fix this problem?
ANSWER : When you put the new blades on did you notice if they were even with each other? the 42″ decks have a tendency to “warp” inward on the left side. this causes the left blade to ride at an angle to the right blade – there is a tool to correct this, but not all shops have it – sometimes you can remove the deck, flip it over and wallop the inside edge of the left mandrel until the blades are even – a 2 lb. sledge works well for this
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Uneven grass cutting
ANSWER : I have seen dull blades, blades not installed right and an un-level deck cause that.Hope this helps.
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42 inch mower cuts uneven, what is the problem?
ANSWER : Several things here could be the problem. Check to see if mower deck is level, measure distance on both side on a level surface. Check tire’s for low air. If you’ve replace the mandrel’s lately, some have a left & right side & if not put back together properly this will cause uneven cutting
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I have a problem leveling my mower deck. I level it at the sides and front .I use the mower and it cuts uneven. mower is deck is out of alignment. less than 1 hour on it.
ANSWER : The deck could be bent, or you will probably have to level the back of the deck as well. Another thing to check is the air in the tires, this can cause an uneven cut. Although the tire may look pumped up, with the weight of a person on the tractor can cause an uneven cut.
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Mower deck is cutting uneven how do you level it out?
ANSWER : Raise the wheels on one side?
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I have a craftman 42 in dual blade riding mower. It it cutting my grass unevenly. I have change the blades and bearing on the blade housing. please help.
ANSWER : Either the deck is uneven or one of the blades are upside down
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One blade on deck gives an uneven cut
ANSWER : Hi..my name is Keith..and most times..when your problem happens..either the deck is bent down from runing into something or stepping on it..or the deck hanger is bent, worn or out of adjustment..or the blade on that side is bent..and i hope this will help..if not..please write back
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