Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR
5.5.2.BLADE SHARPENING
1. Remove blade. See Figure 5.5.
BLADE
5.6MOWER DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT
Inspect mower drive belt. Replace belt if it shows signs of excessive wear, damage and/or is broken.
5.6.1.BELT REMOVAL
1.Remove power unit foot rest.
2.Remove old belt.
5.6.2.BELT REPLACEMENT
1.Route belt around blade pulleys and idler pulley in same the position as old belt was removed. It may be necessary to use a pry bar to pull idler pulley back to install belt. See Figure 5.7.
2.Reinstall power unit foot rest.
BLADE MOUNTING
BOLT
BEVELED WASHER
FIGURE 5.5
2.Inspect condition of blade. See Figure 4.4.
3.If blade is in good condition, sharpen at 22 to 28 degrees. DO NOT sharpen beyond original cutting edge. See Figure 5.6.
BLADE
22º TO 28º
FRONT OF DECK
BELT
ROUTING
ORIGINAL CUTTING EDGE
FIGURE 5.6 | FIGURE 5.7 |
4.Check blade balance after sharpening. If necessary, correct blade balance by grinding the heavy end of blade.
IMPORTANT: Blade balancing should be performed by a qualified dealer.
5.Reinstall blade. See Figure 5.5. Torque blade mounting bolts to recommended range of 70 to 80 ft. lbs.
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