Section 4 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR

WARNING

DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with the engine or blade running. STOP blade. STOP engine. Set brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure wire away from spark plug. Engine and components can be extremely hot. Avoid burns by allowing engine and components sufficient time to cool. Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades. Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury.

4.3MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT 4.3.1. BLADE WEAR LIMITS

1.Inspect blade frequently for signs of excessive wear or damage. See Figure 4.11.

NEW BLADE

WEAR LIMIT (NOTCH STARTS)

DANGEROUS CONDITION!

DO NOT USE ON MOWER!

REPLACE WITH NEW BLADE.

FIGURE 4.11

4.3.2. BLADE SHARPENING

1.Make sure fuel cap is on tight. Turn fuel shut off valve to the “CLOSED” position. Start engine and allow it to run until engine runs out of fuel. Close vent on fuel filler cap. See Figure 2.3.

2.Remove key from ignition switch.

3.Remove spark plug wire(s) and secure away from spark plug(s).

4.Carefully stand YARD CRUISER on rear bumper.

5.Remove blade(s). See Figure 4.12.

6.Inspect condition of blade. See Figure 4.11.

7.If blade is in good condition, sharpen at 22 to 28 degrees. DO NOT sharpen beyond existing cutting edge. See Figure 4.13.

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

9.Reinstall blade. See Figure 4.12. Torque blade mounting bolts to recommended range of:

42” Deck - 30 to 40 ft. lbs. 48” Deck - 60 to 70 ft. lbs.

33” DECK

38” DECK

42” DECK

48” DECK

FIGURE 4.12

DO NOT SHARPEN

BEYOND ORIGINAL 22º TO 28º

CUTTING EDGE

BLADE TIP

ORIGINAL CUTTING EDGE

FIGURE 4.13

WARNING

DO NOT use a cutting blade that shows signs of excessive wear or damage. Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working around cutting blades. Blades are extremely sharp and can cause severe injury.

4.3.3. BLADE REPLACEMENT

1.Remove blade(s). See Figure 4.12. Replace blade(s) if it shows signs of excessive wear or damage.

NOTE: FOR ALL CUTTING BLADE REPLACEMENT PARTS IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS SEE PAGE 24.

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HZS15423KVE, HZS18483BVE, HZS18483BVE, HZS15423KVE specifications

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