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Maintenance
Figure 5-2
Figure 5-3
NOTE: Improper blade balance will result in excessive
vibration causing eventual damage to the engine and
mower. Be sure to carefully balance blade after sharpen-
ing. Possible damage resulting from blade unbalance
condition is not the responsibility of the manufacturer.
Rear Flap Replacement
WARNING
The rear flap is attached to the back of the mower deck,
and is designed to minimize the possibility that objects
will be thrown from the rear of the mower toward the
operator. If the rear flap becomes damaged, replace as
follows.
When removing
the cutting blade
for sharpening or
replacement, protect
your hands with a
pair of heavy gloves
or use a heavy rag to
hold the blade.
NOTE: Always remove blade from the adapter for testing
balance.
1.
To remove the old rear flap, lift rear door, and press
flap in on either side to remove from hole. See Figure
5-3.
7.
The blade can be tested for balance by balancing it
on a round shaft screwdriver. Remove metal from the
heavy side until it balances evenly.
2. Remove flap from opposite hole and replace with new
8
. Before reassembling the blade and the blade adapter
to the unit, lubricate the engine crankshaft and the
inner surface of the blade adapter with light oil.
flap following these steps in reverse order.
Off-Season Storage
An unbalanced blade
will cause excessive
vibration when rotat-
ing at high speeds. It
may cause damage
to mower, and could
break causing per-
sonal injury.
The following steps should be taken to prepare your lawn
9.
Install the blade adapter on the crankshaft with the
“star” away from the engine. See Figure 5-2. Place
the blade with the side marked “bottom” (or with part
number) facing away from the adapter. .Align the
blade bell support over the blade with the tabs in the
holes of the blade and insert the hex bolt.
mower for storage.
1. Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described in
the lubrication instructions.
2.
We do not recommend the use of a pressure washer
or garden hose to clean your unit.
10. Tighten the hex bolt to the torque listed below:
Blade Mounting Torque
3.
Refer to engine manual for correct engine
storage instructions.
Center Bolt 450 in. lb. min., 600 in.lb. max.
4. Coat mower’s cutting blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting.
5. Store mower in a dry, clean area. Do not store next to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
To insure safe operation of your unit, ALL nuts and bolts
must be checked periodically for correct tightness.
NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in
a poorly ventilated or metal storage shed, care should
be taken to rust-proof the equipment. Using a light oil or
silicone, coat the equipment, especially cables and all
moving parts of your lawn mower before storage.
Cutting grass in sandy
soil condition causes
abrasive wear to the
blade.
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