Ninja Blade Wear Limits | Snapper LT145H38GBV, LT150H38GKV manual

Section 4 - ADJUSTMENT & 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.

4.4 MOWER BLADE SERVICE

4.4.1.(STANDARD) BLADE WEAR LIMITS

All mower blades should be checked for excessive wear and damage before each use. See Figure 4.22.

NOTCH FORMING	NEW
	BLADE
	WEAR LIMIT.
	CUTTING EDGE
	WORN.
	DANGEROUS CONDITION! DO
	NOT USE ON MOWER!

	FIGURE 4.22

4.4.2.(NINJA) BLADE WEAR LIMITS

The ninja recycling blade requires more frequent service intervals than standard blades. Check for excessive wear and damage before each use. See Figure 4.23.

NEW

BLADE

WEAR LIMIT. (CRACKS

OR NOTCHES BEGIN

TO APPEAR)

4.4.3.(STANDARD) BLADE SHARPENING

Blades should be kept sharp at all times. When the blades are dull, cut grass will be ragged and lawn will usually turn brown. Sharpen standard blades as follows:

1.Move tractor to a firm, level surface.

2.Turn engine "OFF". Remove key.

3.Remove mowing deck from tractor.

4.Remove mower blade(s).

5.If a blade is in good condition, sharpen cutting edge at an angle of 22 to 28 degrees. DO NOT sharpen beyond existing cutting edge. Replace blades not in good condition. See Figure 4.24.

22º TO 28º

STANDARD BLADE

ORIGINAL CUTTING EDGE

FIGURE 4.24

4.4.4.(NINJA) BLADE SHARPENING

The Ninja recycling blades requires more frequent service intervals than standard blades. When the blades are dull, cut grass will be ragged and lawn will usually turn brown. Sharpen standard blades as follows:

1.Move tractor to a firm, level surface.

2.Turn engine "OFF". Remove key.

3.Remove mowing deck from tractor.

4.Remove mower blade(s).

5.Sharpen all cutting edges of the Ninja recycling blade at an angle of 22 to 28 degrees for optimum performance. See Figure 4.25.

NINJA BLADE

22º TO 28º

	DANGEROUS CONDITION!	BLADE TIP
	DO NOT USE ON MOWER!	BLADE TIP
	DO NOT USE ON MOWER!

FIGURE 4.23

FIGURE 4.25

WLT145H38GBV, LT150H38GKV, LT145H38GBV specifications

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The Snapper LT145H38GBV is powered by a 14.5 horsepower Briggs & Stratton engine, providing ample power for tackling various mowing tasks. It features a 38-inch cutting deck, made of durable steel, which allows for an optimal cutting width, making the mowing process quicker and more efficient. The LT145H38GBV also incorporates a convenient foot pedal-operated hydrostatic transmission, allowing smooth acceleration and effortless speed control without any gear shifting.

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Snapper LT145H38GBV Mower Blade Service Standard Blade Wear Limits, Ninja Blade Wear Limits

Models: WLT145H38GBV LT150H38GKV LT145H38GBV