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raised position.
B
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2.Remove plastic hubcaps (A).
• Use a screwdriver in slot (B) to pry the hubcap from each wheel.
Check Blade
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Service blade safely:
•STOP engine. Let it cool.
•Disconnect spark plug wire.
•Wear gloves or wrap blade with a rag.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage!
Turn mower on its LEFT SIDE to help prevent air cleaner damage and hard starting.
NOTE: Sharpened edges on blade tips must face upward when installing blade.
CHECK BLADE:
•Replace damaged blade.
D
C
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B
A
3.Remove locknut (C) and washer (D).
4.Remove wheel from each axle.
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5.Apply a light coating of grease to each axle (E).
6.Install wheels, hardware and hubcaps.
7.Lower mower.
8.Repeat procedure on other side of mower.
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•Tighten Bolt (A) to 75 N•m (55
•Sharpen dull blade. (See Sharpening Blade in this section.)
TO REMOVE BLADE:
•Remove bolt (A), washer (B), and blade.
Sharpening Blade
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Wear gloves and goggles when sharpening, balancing or installing blade.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Balance blade after you sharpen it. An unbalanced blade may cause excessive vibration.
Sharpen blade with grinder, hand file or electric blade
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