Figure 17.
Blade attachments

MAINTENANCE - All mowers

Cutting Assembly - refer to figure 16

WARNING

Always ensure the engine is stopped and the spark plug lead is removed before attempting any maintenance on the mower.

Secure the mower safely when tilted upwards to access the underside

ƒWith the engine stopped, remove the spark plug lead and grass catcher or mulch plug.

ƒSet the height of cut lever to the high cut position, and fold the handle bars.

ƒTilt the mower so the spark plug is up.

ƒInspect the cutting assembly for damage and wear.

ƒCheck the disc retaining bolts. Tighten the centre

bolt to 57-62Nm and the three concentric bolts to 8- 11Nm.

Return the mower to its normal position and replace the Figure 16. Blade change spark plug lead.

Blade Change- refer figure 16 and 17

WARNING

Always ensure the engine is stopped and the spark plug lead is removed before attempting any maintenance on the mower.

Always replace blades and blade fixings in complete sets to maintain balance.

ƒWith the engine stopped, spark plug lead and grass catcher or mulch plug removed, open the discharge flap and prop in the open position. Refer to figure 16.

ƒSet the mower to the high cut position and fold the handle bar down.

ƒRotate the cutting assembly carefully to access the

blade retaining bolts. Refer to figure 17.

ƒ Using gloves and a suitable spanner, remove the blade assembly.

ƒRetain the “D” plates or the large round washer and discard the blades and fasteners.

NB. Mowers fitted with a circular cutting disc must be fitted with a “D” Plate (as shown in figure 17) while mowers fitted with an oblong disc must be fitted with a large flat circular washer in place of the “D” Plate. These parts are available separately from any Rover Mowers authorized service dealer or agent.

ƒFit new blades and fasten in the correct order. Refer to figure 17

ƒTighten the blade retaining nuts firmly to 16Nm.

ƒRemove the flap prop, close the discharge flap and replace the spark plug lead.

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