Measure Blade Height and Deck Rake/Pitch

What happens here

To measure the deck height, use a gauge block (such as a 15/16 inch socket) and place it directly under the cutting edge of each blade at multiple points (front, rear, and sides). The goal is to ensure consistent height across all blades. Since the blades are offset, you'll need to rotate them to access the cutting edge beneath the deck. For measuring the deck's 'rake' (pitch), use the same gauge block to measure the blade height at the front-center and then at the rear-center of the deck. The front center blade should typically be between 1/8 to 1/2 inch lower than the rear blades, depending on grass type and desired cut.

Goal: Accurately measure the height of all blades and determine the deck's rake (pitch).