Scotts SP6213, SP6211 manual Check Blade, Sharpening Blade, To Remove Blade

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raised position.

B

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2.Remove plastic hubcaps (A).

• Use a screwdriver in slot (B) to pry the hubcap from each wheel.

Check Blade

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Service blade safely:

•STOP engine. Let it cool.

•Disconnect spark plug wire.

•Wear gloves or wrap blade with a rag.

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage!

Turn mower on its LEFT SIDE to help prevent air cleaner damage and hard starting.

NOTE: Sharpened edges on blade tips must face upward when installing blade.

CHECK BLADE:

•Replace damaged blade.

D

C

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B

A

3.Remove locknut (C) and washer (D).

4.Remove wheel from each axle.

E

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5.Apply a light coating of grease to each axle (E).

6.Install wheels, hardware and hubcaps.

7.Lower mower.

8.Repeat procedure on other side of mower.

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•Tighten Bolt (A) to 75 N•m (55 lb-ft).

•Sharpen dull blade. (See Sharpening Blade in this section.)

TO REMOVE BLADE:

•Remove bolt (A), washer (B), and blade.

Sharpening Blade

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Wear gloves and goggles when sharpening, balancing or installing blade.

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Balance blade after you sharpen it. An unbalanced blade may cause excessive vibration.

Sharpen blade with grinder, hand file or electric blade

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Thank You for Purchasing a Scotts Product Using Your Operator’s ManualIntroduction California Proposition 65 WarningProduct Identification Record Identification NumbersTable of Contents Machine Safety Labels SafetySafety-Alert Symbol Certification Label Operate SafelyHelp Prevent Serious or Fatal Accidents Practice Safe MaintenanceProtect Children Handling Waste Products Before you unplug or adjust machineAvoid Injury from Contacting Blade Handling Fuel SafelyHandle Controls OperatingEngine Controls Handle and Cutting Height Controls Stop EngineUpper Handle Adjusting Handle HeightKey Cutting Height Adjustments In mm Inches Lower HandleKeep hands, feet and clothing away from the blade Starting EngineRUNNING, Blade is Turning Stopping Engine Forward TravelTravel Speeds Mowing Tips Using Side Discharge ChuteUsing Grass Bag Bagging Tips To Avoid ScalpingBagging and Composting Mulching TipsAfter Mowing John Deere Quality Replacement PartsService Literature Part NumberService Intervals Adjusting Carburetor ServiceEngine Warranty Maintenance Statement Engine Oil Avoid FumesChanging Engine Oil To Change Engine OIL from the TOPCleaning and Replacing Air Cleaner Element To Change Engine OIL from the BottomStop engine. Let it cool Cleaning and Gapping Spark PlugCleaning Engine Cooling Fins Cleaning Drive Belt and Transmission Area Checking and Replacing Drive BeltTo Replace Drive Belt Picture Note View is from underside of differentialTransmission Cable Adjustment-SP6213 Lubricate Drive Shaft Hub Bushings Lubricate Mower AxlesCheck Blade Check BladeSharpening Blade To Remove BladeBalance and Install Blade Filling Fuel TankCleaning Fuel Cap Vent Check TroubleshootingUsing Troubleshooting Chart Troubleshooting Preparing Machine for Storage Storing SafetyStoring Machine Preparing Fuel and Engine For StorageRemove Mower from Storage Lawnmower Assembly Side Discharge Chute Bagger Bagger Chute AssemblyInstall Starter Rope Identify Parts SP6211 and SP6213Install Grass Bag Add Engine OilInsert bagging chute tab E into rear mower shield slot F Test Mower Engine SpecificationsMachine Specifications Travel Speed RangeDimensions Recommended LubricantsWarranty Limited Warranty for NEW Scotts Brand ProductsTire Warranty Limited Engine WarrantyWarranted Parts Cleaning Belt and Transmission Area IndexStep Contact your dealer Quality StatementStep Refer to your operator’s manual Step Call the Customer Communications CenterService Record Record Service Dates