Honda Power Equipment H1011R Blade Removal , Blade Sharpening

MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS
Blade Removal
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Before attempting to remove and install the blade, be sure
you have the proper tools and equipment, including a torque
wrench to tighten the blade bolts and heavy gloves to
protect your hands from the blade.
Remove the mower deck from the riding mower; (see page
73).
Wearing heavy gloves and
with the mower deck
removed, loosen the
center blade bolt and
special washer.
Note how the cone-shaped
washer is aligned on the
pulley shaft. The side
marked “INSIDE” goes
toward the blade
LADE
OLDER
Remove the blade and
blade holder.
If the blade is to be replaced
or sharpened, remove the
blade holder from the
blade.
Blade Sharpening
A dull blade may be sharpened, but a blade that is worn out,
bent, cracked, or otherwise damaged must be replaced;
(see page 83). Always use a genuine Honda replacement
blade or high quality equivalent.
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