Snapper CZT19481KWV Adjustmentsoperainginstructions& Repair, Engine Adjustments & Repair

Section 53 - ADJUSTMENTSOPERAINGINSTRUCTIONS& REPAIR

5.8ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR

Refer to the engine owner's manual for engine adjust- ments 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 neces- sary, 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)	FIGURE 5.16

DANGEROUS CONDITION!

DO NOT USE ON MOWER!

REPLACE WITH NEW BLADE.

FIGURE 5.14

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