Deck
The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned after each use to prevent a
The deck may be cleaned by tilting the mower and scraping clean with a suitable tool (make certain the spark plug wire is disconnected before starting to clean).
Electric Start Units Only:
Battery Pack Replacement
Remove the battery pack from the handle panel for replacement only. Do not separate the batteries for any reason. Dispose of batteries properly.
Warning: Batteries contain sulfuric acid which may cause burns. Do not short circuit or mutilate batteries in any way. Do not put batteries in fire as these may burst or release toxic materials.
When replacing battery pack in handle panel, battery pack must be positioned with the positive terminal to the right hand side and the negative terminal to the left hand side of panel. Replacing the battery pack incorrectly will cause serious damage. The positive lead on the wire harness has the smaller connector. Connect the positive lead to the positive side of the battery pack, then connect the negative side.
In-line Fuse
The unit is equipped with an
Storage Of The Battery
The battery must be stored with a full charge. A discharged battery will freeze.
IMPORTANT: All batteries discharge during storage. Recharge battery every two months and before returning to service. Refer to charging instructions in OPERATION section.
Cutting Blade Removal, Replacement And Sharpening
Blade
Adapter 
Blade Bell
Support
Hex Bolt
Figure 10
•When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect your hands by using heavy gloves or a rag to handle the blade.
•Remove the bolt and the blade bell support which hold the blade and the adapter to the engine crankshaft.
•Remove the blade and the adapter from the crankshaft.
Warning: Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks, especially if you strike a foreign object. Replace when necessary.
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