Husqvarna MZ61 Blade Replacement and Maintenance for MZ61 Blades

MAINTENANCE

Cutting Blades

To attain the best mowing effect, it is important that blades are well sharpened and not damaged.

Replace blades that have been bent or cracked when hitting obstacles.

Let the service workshop decide whether a blade with large nicks can be repaired/ground or must be replaced. Balance the blades after sharpening.

Check the blade mounts.

Blade Replacement

CAUTION!

Blades are sharp. Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blades with a heavy cloth when handling.

1.Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise.

2.Install new or re-sharpened blade with stamped GRASS SIDE facing towards ground/grass (down) or THIS SIDE UP facing deck and cutter housing.

3.Install and tighten blade bolt securely.

4.Torque blade bolt to 45-55 ft-lbs (60-75 Nm).

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The sharpening of blades should be carried out by an authorized service workshop.

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1.Blade

2.Blade bolt (special)

3.Cutter housing Blade attachment

IMPORTANT INFORMATION Special blade bolt is heat treated. Replace with a Husqvarna bolt if required.

Do not use lower grade hardware than specified.

WARNING! Before performing any service or adjustment checklist:

•Engage the parking brake.

•Place the Blade switch in the disengaged position.

•Turn ignition switch to OFF position and remove the key.

•Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.

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