MAINTENANCE
50” BOOM FLAIL KNIFE REPLACEMENT
1 – If knives are damaged or badly worn, they will need to be replaced as a set. Replacing a single knife can cause severe vibration and possible damage to the mower. The knife should not be welded on for any reason.
2 - Always replace the knife bolts when replacing the knives. DO NOT REUSE THE
KNIFE BOLTS OR NUTS.
3 – Assemble knives, bushings, bolts and nuts as shown in part section of the manual.
4 – Install the locking hex nut so that the flat face of the nut is towards the knife.
4 – apply loctite “271” or equivalent to threads.
5 – Torque nut to 50 ft lbs. Knife must swing freely.
DO NOT
Side & Rear flail Maintenance Section
