Great Dane GSKW1948S, GSKW2352S, GSKH1848S Checking and Replacing Mower Blades, Sharpening Blades

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SERVICE MOWER

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Picture Note: Mower deck with side discharge used for illustration.

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Measure distance (A) between blade tip and flat ground surface.

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Rotate blade 180° and measure distance between other blade tip and

flat ground surface.

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Install new blade if the difference between the two measurements is

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more than 3 mm (1/8 in.).

6. Repeat for all blades.

Checking and Replacing Mower Blades

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CAUTION: Avoid injury! Do not work near raised mower deck unless it is safely supported.

Mower blades are sharp. Wrap blades or wear gloves when servicing.

Before performing any service function, wait for all moving parts to stop turning.

Disconnect battery or remove spark plug wire before making repairs.

IMPORTANT: Avoid Damage! When replacing mower blades, always use genuine Great Dane Service Parts.

NOTE: Only replace blades. Never straighten or weld them.

Checking Mower Blades

1.Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the Safety Section).

2.Raise the mower deck to the transport position (also the 12.7 cm [5 in.] cutting height position).

3.Raise front of machine with a safe lifting device.

•Support with jack stands and/or wooden blocks.

4.Check mower blades:

•Mower blades should be sharp and free of any damage.

•Inspect blades; sharpen/balance or replace as necessary.

Replacing Mower Blades

1.Remove blade bolt (A), three 1/4 in. washers (B) and blade (C).

2.Install replacement blade:

• Blade wing must face toward top of mower deck.

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IMPORTANT: Avoid Damage! When installing the blade:

•Make sure the blade is properly seated on the spindle.

•Make sure the concave side of the large washer faces towards the blade.

•Install blade bolt (A), blade (B) and three 1/4 in. washers (C).

•Tighten blade bolt to 163 N•m (120 lb-ft).

3.Lower machine.

4.Adjust mower deck to a desirable cutting height.

Sharpening Blades

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CAUTION: Avoid injury! Mower blades are dangerous! Always wear gloves while working on blades. Always wear safety eye protection when grinding.

• Sharpen blades with grinder, hand file, or electric blade sharpener.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Page Special Messages Product IdentificationIntroduction Record Identification NumbersSafety Labels Understanding The Machine Safety LabelsSafety Labels Safety SafetyChecking Mowing Area Using a Spark ArrestorRotating Blades are Dangerous Parking SafelyKeep Riders Off Protect ChildrenAvoid Tipping Avoid High Pressure FluidsPrevent Fires Maintenance and StorageTire Safety Handling Fuel SafelyAvoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces Daily Operating ChecklistOperating Operator Station ControlsMiscellaneous Controls Adjusting Mower Deck Cutting HeightMower Deck Controls Mounting and Dismounting Machine SafelyAdjusting Level Side-to-Side Leveling Mower DeckChecking Level Side-to-Side Checking and Adjusting Cutting Height Checking Level Front-to-RearTesting Park Brake Switch Adjusting Mower Deck Anti-Scalp WheelsTesting PTO Switch Testing Neutral Switch StartTesting Operator Presence Switch Testing the Park BrakeUsing the PTO Engage PTOUsing the Throttle Using the HourmeterUsing the Motion Control Levers Gentle Left Turn ForwardReverse Gentle Right TurnStarting Engine Engaging MowerStopping the Engine Mowing Tips Using Pump Free-Wheel ValvesTransporting Machine on a Trailer Mowing Travel SpeedsService Intervals Service IntervalsService Lubrication Service Engine Checking Engine Oil Level Changing Engine Oil and FilterCleaning Engine Air Intake Screen and Fan Replacing Fuel FilterHydraulic Oil Service TransmissionService Transmission Checking Hydraulic Oil LevelRemoving Traction Drive Belt Cleaning Hydraulic Oil Pump Cooling FinsChecking and Replacing Pump Traction Drive Belt Checking Traction Drive BeltChecking Motion Control Linkages Installing Traction Drive BeltChecking and Adjusting Motion Control Linkages Picture Note Traction drive belt idler pulley bottom viewChecking and Adjusting Transmission Tracking Adjusting Forward and Reverse SpeedsService Steering & Brakes Service Steering & BrakesAdjust Neutral Switch Adjusting Park BrakeService Mower Service MowerInstalling Mower Deck Drive Belt Checking for Bent Mower BladesReplace blades if defective. Never straighten or weld them Checking and Replacing Mower Blades Sharpening BladesReplacing Mower Blades Service the Battery Safely Service ElectricalService Electrical Balancing BladesChecking the Battery Sealed Batteries Removing and Installing BatteryUsing Booster Battery Using Proper Fuel Service MiscellaneousService Miscellaneous Replacing FuseRemoving and Installing Rear Drive Wheels Removing and Installing Front Caster WheelsTightening Rear Drive Wheel Hardware Servicing Caster Wheel Roller Bearings Cleaning and Repairing Plastic SurfacesChecking Tire Pressure Tire Size PressureCleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Using Troubleshooting ChartPark Brake Electrical SystemMachine SteeringStorage StorageRemoving Machine From Storage AssemblyAssembly Check Hydraulic Oil LevelSpecifications SpecificationsGetting Quality Service Getting Quality ServiceWiring Schematics Service Miscellaneous Service Miscellaneous Kawasaki Wiring SchematicsHydraulic Schematics Service Miscellaneous Main FRAME, Traction DECK, Console and OPC Platform 816Ref. No Description Qty Remarks Drive Controls and Linkage Included with new Hydrostatic Pump Park Brake Park Brake Hydrostatic Pump Drive and PTO Hydrostatic Pump Drive and PTO Hydrostatic Components Hydrostatic Components Hydraulic Schematic Left Hydrostatic Pump AssemblyPump Block Platform Components Fuel Tank and Lines Fuel Tank and Lines Kohler Engine and Related Components X6PMTX-S Kawasaki Engine and Related Components Kawasaki Engine and Related Components Kohler Logic Schematic MX20146 Kohler Logic SchematicKawasaki Logic BATTERY, Electrical Harness and Components Ref. No Description Qty Remarks Caster Wheels and Rear Wheels Caster Wheels and Rear Wheels Mower Deck Lift Linkage Mower Deck Lift Linkage Mower Deck 1011 295Chcs Mower Deck Spindles Mower Deck Spindles Labels and Decals 2021Labels and Decals

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