Simplicity 1692150 Install Blades Early Models with Splined Arbor, Adapter Installation, D. Blade

Install Blades -

Early Models with Splined Arbor

1.Remove existing discharge-side blade but retain hardware. Remove the retaining band (E, figure 11 b) from the arbor shaft and remove the existing splined adapter (3-3/8" O.D. F, figure 11b). This adapter can be discarded. The new 2" O.D. splined adapter sup- plied with the bagger can be used with regular or high-lift blades. Install the new 2" splined adapter with existing retaining band (E).

2.Install the new high-lift blade (D, figure 11 b) with the tabs pointing up toward the bottom of the deck. Secure with existing hardware (A, B, & C, figure 11b) and torque capscrew to 50-70 ft. lbs. (66-76 N.m.).

NOTE: After complete assembly of collection system, test run mower to make sure blades do not contact baf- fle.

Initial Setup - 34” Models

Figure 11b. Install High-Lift Blade - Early Models

A. Capscrew, 7/16-14 x 1	E. Retaining Band
B. Spring Washer	F. Splined Arbor
C. Spline Washer	G. Grass Shield
D. Blade

Adapter Installation

1.Place adapter over rear carriage bolt (A, figure 12) and position front slot of adapter between mower deck and wing nut (B). Install jam nut (C) on carriage bolt. Securely tighten both jam nut and wing nut.

2.Go to FRAME AND BAGGER SUPPORT ASSEM- BLY - ALL MODELS to continue assembly proce- dures.

Figure 12.

A. Carriage Bolt

B. Wing Nut

C. Jam Nut, 5/16-18

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