Exmark M216KA, M216KASP Maintaining the Cutting Blade, Inspecting the Blade, Removing the Blade

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6.Raise the left side of the lawn mower to drain the oil into the drain pan.

Note: You can also remove the oil from the crankcase using an oil extractor.

7.Lower the left side of the lawn mower.

8.Insert the dipstick into the filler neck and rotate the cap clockwise until it is tight.

9.Recycle the used oil according to local codes.

10.Fill the crankcase to the Full line on the dipstick with fresh oil. Refer to the Filling the Crankcase with Oil on page 8.

11.Wipe up any spilled oil.

12.Connect the wire to the spark plug.

Maintaining the Cutting Blade

Always mow with a sharp blade. A sharp blade cuts cleanly and without tearing or shredding the grass blades.

1.Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.

2.Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Fig. 10).

3.Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank; refer to Emptying the Fuel Tank and Cleaning the Fuel Filter on page 18.

4.Tip the lawn mower onto its right side (Fig. 20).

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1. Blade

3. Accelerator

2.Blade bolt and lock washer

Inspecting the Blade

Carefully examine the blade for sharpness and wear, especially where the flat and the curved parts meet (Fig. 21A). Because sand and abrasive material can wear away the metal that connects the flat and curved parts of the blade, check the blade before using the lawn mower. If you notice a slot or wear (Figs. 21B and 21C), replace the blade; refer to Removing the Blade on page 17.

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Note: For the best performance, install a new blade before the cutting season begins. During the year, file down any small nicks to maintain the cutting edge.

Danger

A worn or damaged blade can break, and a piece of the blade could be thrown into the operator's or bystander's area, resulting in serious personal injury or death.

Inspect the blade periodically for wear or damage.

Replace a worn or damaged blade.

Removing the Blade

1.Grasp the end of the blade using a rag or a thickly padded glove.

2.Remove the blade bolt, the lock washer, the accelerator, and the blade (Fig. 20).

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Contents M216KA / M216KASP Potential Hazard Exmark Parts PLUS Program Operators Manual Contents Safety SpecificationsGeneral Lawn Mower Safety IntroductionOperation PreparationExmark Lawn Mower Safety Maintenance and StorageGeneral Operation Safety and Instruction Decals Installing the Handle AssemblyInstalling the Starter Rope Installing the Fuel Tank and the Fuel LineInstalling the Discharge Tunnel Plug Before Starting Filling the Crankcase with OilOil Capacity Keep it out of the reach of children Filling the Fuel Tank with GasolineNever buy more than a 30-day supply GasolineControls OperationStarting the Engine Stopping the EngineUsing the Discharge Tunnel Plug Adjusting the Cutting HeightOperating the Blade and the Self-Propel Drive Installing the Grass Bag Using the Grass BagMowing with the Grass Bag Removing the Grass BagOperating Tips Cutting GrassCutting Leaves Recommended Maintenance Schedule MaintenanceChecking the Engine Oil Level Cleaning the Underside of the Lawn Mower HousingWashing Method Scraping MethodCleaning the Discharge Tunnel and Plug Servicing the Air FilterChanging the Engine Oil Maintaining the Cutting Blade Inspecting the BladeRemoving the Blade Cleaning under the Belt Cover Emptying the Fuel Tank and Cleaning the Fuel FilterInstalling the Blade Sharpening the BladeLubricating the Pivot Arms Adjusting the Self-propel DriveChanging the Oil Filter Servicing the Spark PlugAdjusting the Blade Brake Cable Lubricating the Gear CaseHand-push Model only Servicing the Wheels StoragePreparing the Fuel System Removing the WheelsPreparing the Engine AccessoriesGeneral Information Removing the Lawn Mower from StorageProblem Possible Causes Corrective Action TroubleshootingProblem Possible Causes Corrective Action Conditions and Products Covered Limited Warranty Exmark Turf EquipmentDate Description Work Done Service Done BySee Exmarks Complete Line of Products for Turf Care