Section 5: Maintenance
WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on electric start models. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.
I |
Y |
X |
P |
Figure 5-15: Transmission neutral (N) adjustment.
Replace if separation
begins to form.
MOWER BLADES
WARNING
Mower blades are sharp.
•When working near blades, wear heavy leather gloves or wrap blades in thick rags to protect yourself from the sharp edges.
•Wear eye protection when sharpening blades.
Examine mower blades before operation. For efficient mowing, cutting edges of blades should always be kept sharp. Check for blade wear or damage. See Figure
To Inspect Blades:
1.Stop engine, wait for all parts to stop moving, and disconnect spark plug wire.
2.Tip mower on rear wheels by follow- ing instructions “Tipping Mower For Service” in this Section of Manual.
To Remove Blades:
Remove bolt (Figure
To Sharpen Blades:
Grind or file the same amount from each blade end to maintain blade balance. An unbalanced mower blade produces ex- cessive vibration and may damage spin- dle bearings. Sharpen cutting edge straight across, parallel to rear edge of mower blade. See Figure
IMPORTANT: PROFESSIONAL SHARP- ENING SERVICES OR YOUR AUTHO- RIZED DEALER ARE EQUIPPED TO SHARPEN MOWER BLADES SAFELY.
To Install Blades:
Blades must be installed perpendicular to each other (see Figure
Install mower blade as shown in Figure
NOTE: If top bolt is removed, reinstall using LOCTITE #242 thread sealant.
Sharpen blade cutting edge straight across, parallel to blade trailing edge.
Figure 5-16: Blade Inspection
FRONT
BLADES
MUST BE PERPENDICULAR
TO EACH OTHER
Figure |
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| Torque to |
| 35 Ft. Lbs. |
| Mower Blade |
| Washer |
Bolt | Torque to |
| 35 Ft. Lbs. |
Figure 5-18: Blade spindle.
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