Section 5 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR

5.8ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR

Refer to the engine owner’s manual for engine adjustments and/or repairs.

5.9MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT 5.9.1. BLADE WEAR LIMITS

1.Inspect blade frequently for signs of excessive wear or damage. Replace blade when it reaches the wear limit. See Figure 5.14.

5.9.2. BLADE SHARPENING

1.Remove blade. See Figure 5.15.

2.Inspect condition of blade. See Figure 5.14.

3.If blade is in good condition, sharpen at 22 to 28 degrees. DO NOT sharpen beyond original cutting edge. See Figure 5.16.

4.Check blade balance after sharpening. If necessary, correct blade balance by grinding the heavy end of blade.

IMPORTANT: Blade balancing should be performed by a qualified dealer.

5.Reinstall blade. See Figure 5.15. Torque blade mounting nuts to recommended range of 70 to 80 ft. lbs.

SPINDLE

ASSEMBLY

BLADE

CONE

WASHER

BLADE MOUNTING NUT

FIGURE 5.15

NEW BLADE

BLADE

22º TO 28º

ORIGINAL CUTTING EDGE

WEAR LIMIT (NOTCH STARTS)

DANGEROUS CONDITION! DO NOT USE ON MOWER! REPLACE WITH NEW BLADE.

FIGURE 5.16

FIGURE 5.14

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