Cub Cadet 3654, 3660 service manual Changing a Blade, Sharpening a Blade

Figure. 6	Linch Pins	Linch Pins
	Height of Cut Clevis Pin

e.Remove six linchpins (See Fig. 6) (4) from the deck and (2) from the front of the mower. Remove the linchpins on the left and right rear side of the cutter deck (2); remove the linchpins on the left and right front side of the cutter deck (2); and remove the linchpins on the front of the mower (2).

f.Turn front caster wheels outward.

g.Shift the deck toward the ignition switch side of the mower and remove.

h.To install reverse the process.

2.Changing a Blade:

a.Use a 1-1/8" socket wrench on the pulley side of the spindle to secure the bolt.

b.Remove the hex nut using a 1-1/8" wrench.

c.Remove the blade.

d.Replace the blade and tighten nut to 100-120 lb ft.

Note: Make certain lift wings of blade face top of deck.

3.Sharpening a Blade:

WARNING:

Never mow with dull blades! Blades that are bent should be replaced! The cutting blades are sharp and can cause severe injury. Wrap the cutting surface of the blade with a rag to avoid injury.

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