2654ZB, 62ZBZ- Beast Finish MowerRev: AUG2014Z- BEAST Service AdjustmentsSafety System AdjustmentsWARNING: Do not bypass, modify, alter, ordisconnect the safety system. Make sure that thesafety interlock system is fully operational each timebefore mowing. Failure to do so could present dangerto you and others around you.There are generally three (3) ways to adjust thesensitivity of a safety switch. The most appropriate wayto adjust each switch depends upon the application,location, and the nature of the problem you areencountering.Method 1: Adjust location using the mountingscrews1. Move the blade control lever to OFF.2. Loosen screws (A) until safety switch (B) movesfreely.3. Slide safety switch (B) firmly against blade bellcrank (C).4. Tighten screws (A) and check that safety switch (B)does not move.Method 2: Adjust location using adjustment nuts onswitch body1. Loosen locking nut (C) on the sensor shaft.2. Adjust switch location by turning the nuts.3. Tighten the locking nut when proper adjustment isachieved.WARNINGACBTracking AdjustmentsWARNING! ALLOW THE MUFFLER TO COOL BEFOREMAKING THIS ADJUSTMENT! This adjustment is madein close proximity to the muffler. The muffler on canreach extremely hot temperatures and can burn youinstantly on contact.For mowers with serial numbers 54ZB13XXXX and62ZB13XXXX:1. Loosen the jam nut on the control rod on the side that ismoving slower.2. Turn the control rod one turn clockwise while facingthe rear of the mower.3. Tighten the jam nut.4. Drive mower in straight line and adjust again ifnecessary.For mowers with all other serial numbers:Remove pin and turn adjuster one turn at a time untilmower tracks straight.WARNINGLoosenjam nut Turn controlrod with fingersTurn clockwise to increaseright side speedTurn counter clockwise toincrease left side speed