Craftsman 486.24515 owner manual Sharpening or Replacing Chipper Blades, HEX Lock Nuts

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SHARPENING OR REPLACING CHIPPER

BLADES

Disconnect the spark plug wire and move away from the spark plug.

Remove the access plate by removingtwo hex lock nuts. See figure 38.

Locate one of the chipperblades in the access plate opening by rotating the impellerassembly by hand. Remove the blade using a 3/16" alien wrench on the outsideofthe blade and a 1/2" wrench on the impel- ler assembly, inside the housing.

Remove the other blade in the same manner.

Replace or sharpen blades. If sharpening, make certain to remove an equal amount from each blade. Reassemble in reverse order.

NOTE: Make certain the blades are reassembled with the sharp edge facing upward, as viewed from the access plate opening.

FIGURE 38

HEX

LOCK NUTS

Clean the engine and the entire unit thoroughly.

Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage instructions.

If stohng in an unventilated or metal storage shed,

coat metal parts with light oil or silicone to prevent rust.

Store unit in a clean, dry area.

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