Service Manual

7-50 Z Master 597 Diesel Series Service Manual
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MOWER DECKS
1. Raise the mower lift lever to the transport position.
2. Check the distance between the two large washers,
it needs to be 11-1/2 inches (29.2cm) (Fig. 564).
3. Adjust this distance, by loosening the spring jam nut
and turning the nut in front of each spring (Fig. 564).
Turning the nut clockwise will shorten the spring;
counter-clockwise will lengthen the spring.
4. Lock the nut into position by tightening the spring
jam nut (Fig. 564).
Adjusting the Compression Spring
Fig 564 g. 70 m-6831
1. 11-1/2” (29.2cm) 4. Front swivel
between the large 5. Swivel jam nut
washers 6. Lift nut
2. Front nut 7. Front support arm
3. Spring jam nut 8. Large washer