MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Breather Element
The filler cap includes an integrated breather element. The bottom of the cap should be wiped clean each day. If the breather becomes clogged replace the filler cap. Depending on mowing conditions, the filler breather cap may need to be replaced once or twice a season. See Image
BLADES
Blade Servicing
Inspect blades before each use to determine that they are properly installed and in good condition. Replace any blade that is bent, excessively nicked, worn, or has any other damage. Small nicks can be ground out when sharpening.
NOTE: Replace Blades in pairs after no more than 1/2" notch wear!
Use only original equipment blades on this cutter. They are made of special
CATASTROPHICALLY AND CAUSE BODILY INJURY OR DEATH.
Replace bent or broken blades with new blades. NEVER ATTEMPT TO STRAIGHTEN, WELD, OR WELD HARDFACING ON BLADES SINCE THIS WILL LIKELY CRACK OR OTHERWISE DAMAGE THE BLADE WITH SUBSEQUENT FAILURE AND POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY FROM THROWN BLADES.
Inspect Blades daily for abnormal wear. If Blades have a notch worn into the leading edge at the lower bend more than a 1/2" DEEP (due to running in gravel and/or the ground), REPLACE BOTH BLADES ON THAT CARRIER IMMEDIATELY. Failure to replace such abnormally worn blades may lead to catastrophic failure of the blade and ejection of the broken part with tremendous force which may cause bodily injury or death!
FALCON 15/10 03/09 | Maintenance Section |
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