Lubricate
Lubricate
Bearings
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WARNING: Be sure to disconnect and ground the spark plug wire before performing any repairs or maintenance.
NOTE: When tipping the unit, empty fuel tank and keep engine spark plug side up.
Cutting Blade
WARNING: When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect hands by using heavy gloves or a rag to grasp the cutting blade.
To remove blade
•Remove the bolt and blade bell support which hold the blade and adapter to the engine crankshaft. See Figure 11. Remove the blade and the adapter from the crankshaft.
WARNING: Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks, especially if you strike a foreign object. Replace when necessary.
•When sharpening the blade, follow the original angle of grind as a guide. It is extremely important that each cutting edge receives an equal amount of grinding to prevent an unbalanced blade. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotating at high speeds, may damage the mower and/or cause personal injury.
•The blade can be tested by balancing it on a round shaft screwdriver. Remove metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly. It is recommended that the blade always be removed from the adapter for the best test of balance
Blade
Adapter
Blade Bell Support
Hex Bolt
Figure 11
•Before reinstalling the blade and the blade adapter to the unit, lubricate the engine crankshaft and the inner surface of the blade adapter with light oil (or engine oil).Also lubricate the bolt holes and bolts.
To Reinstall Blade
•Be sure to install the blade with the side of the blade marked “Bottom” (or with part number) facing the ground when the mower is in the operating position.
•Make sure the blade is aligned with and seated onto the blade adapter flanges.
•Place blade bell support on blade. Make sure the notches on the blade bell support are aligned with the small holes in the blade. See Figure 11.
•Replace hex bolt. Tighten to recommended torque. Blade Torque: 450 in. lbs. min., 600 in. lbs. max.
•To ensure safe operation of mower, check all nuts and bolts periodically for correct torque.
Cutting Deck
•The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned after each use to prevent a
•The deck may be cleaned by tilting the mower and scraping clean with a suitable tool (make certain the spark plug wire is disconnected).
NOTE: We do not recommend the use of pressure washers or garden hose to clean your unit. It may cause damage to electric components, spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine. The use of water will shorten life and reduce serviceability of the equipment.
Engine
•Refer to the engine manual for all engine maintenance instructions.
•Maintain engine oil as instructed in the engine manual.
•Service air cleaner every 25 hours of operation under normal conditions. Clean every few hours under extremely dusty conditions. Poor engine
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