BLADES
Inspect, check bolt tightness, remove, sharpen, and replace the
blades as described in this section. Always complete these steps
before working around the mower blades:
1. Move the PTO clutch lever to OFF. Engage the parking brake.
2. Turn the ignition switch to OFF and remove the key.
3. Disconnect the spark plug cap.
Blade Inspection
t . -
A worn, cracked, or damaged blade
can break and throw pieces with great
force.
Thrown blade pieces can seriously
injure you and any bystanders.
Always inspect the blades before using
the lawn tractor. Replace a blade if
worn or damaged. Do not operate the
tractor with a worn or damaged blade.
When the blades need resharpening or replacement, take the lawn
tractor to an authorized servicing Honda lawn tractor dealer. Or, if you
have a torque wrench, you can remove and install the blades
yourself, as described later in this chapter.
NEW BENT CRACKED WORN
CM-ABAAACDR
81