Craftsman Riding Mower Deck Too Low

I have been using a toro mulcher for years and use the d and e settings to mow my yard.

Craftsman riding mower deck too low.

My 2011 craftsman lawn tractor model 917 28851 has a 6 position level to raise and lower the mowing deck 1 being lowest and 6 highest. It is actually scalping the grass in places. However the results that come from making sure the riding lawnmower is level will give your lawn a well maintained appearance. The mower cuts the grass too low even when the cutting deck level is raised to the highest level 6.

Adjusting a mower deck on a craftsman riding lawnmower requires tedious back and forth motions for perfecting the level of the machine. If this doesn t work check to see if the deck is warped it may be twisted. This video explains how to level the deck on your riding lawn mower. Step 2 raise mower deck cutting height.

Now i am wondering if i have made a huge mistake by buying a riding mower. The deck is low enough in position 6 that i use that to mow. If you remove the pin from the bracket on the frame of your lawnmower this will allow you to move the deck up or down. Your mower deck might be set too low if it is scalping the lawn.

Most all mower decks have an adjustment. I have tried to adjust the blades and the deck without much luck. Loosen the hanger adjustments and then re tighten them. My craftsman riding mower 42 double blade with 18hp engine is not cutting even it is cutting high on the right side.

Park on a level spot and lower the deck all the way down as low as it will go. It is designed to occur with very little effort on your part. The problem i am having is the highest position of the deck cuts the grass way to low.