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Scotts S2546 manual Checking Mower Blades, Servicing Mower Blades

Models: S2546

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SERVICE MOWER

Checking Mower Blades

cCAUTION: Avoid injury. Before adjusting

Mower Belt Tension: STOP engine. Remove key. Wait for all moving parts to STOP.

To check for a bent blade:

1.Lower mower. Measure distance between blade tip and flat ground surface.

2.Turn blade 180 degrees. Measure distance between blades other tip and flat ground surface.

3.If the distance between the two measurements is more than 3 mm (1/8 in), install new blade.

Servicing Mower Blades

cCAUTION: Avoid injury. Be careful, sharp edges on mower blades. Always wear gloves when handling mower blades.

REMOVING MOWER BLADES

1.Raise mower deck to gain access to mower blades. If necessary, remove mower deck.

2.Using a wooden block, prevent mower blades from spinning.

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3.Loosen and remove cap screw (A), hardened washer (B), cupped blade washer (C) and blade (D).

4.Inspect blades; sharpen/balance or replace as necessary.

INSTALLING MOWER BLADES

1.Lightly lubricate cap screw threads with a general purpose grease or oil. This lubrication is to prevent rusting and seizing.

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2.Position mower blade (D) with the cutting edge towards the ground onto the mower spindle.

3.Install cupped blade washer (C) with cup side toward the blade.

4.Install hardened washer (B).

5.Install and tighten cap screw (A) by hand until mower blade is in full contact (fully seated) with spindle.

6.With mower blade blocked, to prevent spinning, tighten cap screws to 56 N•m (41 lb-ft.)).

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S2546 specifications

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One of the key features of the Scotts S2546 is its 46-inch cutting deck. This spacious deck allows for wider mowing paths, reducing the time spent on mowing and making it perfect for larger lawns. The cutting height can be easily adjusted through a simple lever, offering a range of heights from one to four inches. This flexibility helps users achieve the desired lawn appearance while promoting healthy grass growth.

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