SERVICING THE MOWER BLADES
1.Blades should be sharp and free of nicks and dents. If not, sharpen blades as described in following steps.
2.To remove blade for sharpening, use a 1” wrench on the flats of the spindle shaft while removing the blade mounting bolt with a 15/16” wrench (Figure 16).
3.Use a file to sharpen blade to fine edge. Remove all nicks and dents in blade edge. If blade is severely damaged, it should be replaced.
4.Balance the blade as shown in Figure 17. Center the blade’s hole on a nail lubricated with a drop of oil. A balanced blade will remain level.
5.Reinstall each blade with the tabs pointing up toward deck as shown in Figure 18. Secure with a bolt and flat washer and torque bolts to
WARNING
For your personal safety, blade mounting bolts must each be installed with a flat washer then securely tightened. Torque blade mounting bolts to
Regular Maintenance
LOOSEN
Figure 16. Removing the Blade
Nail |
Figure 17. Balancing The Blade
B |
A |
TIGHTEN |
Figure 18. Installing The Blade
A.Blade Bolt
B.Flat Washer
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