23 Inspection and Maintenance
WARNING
The mowing blade has sharp edges. If it contacts your flesh,
it may cut you, even if it is not moving. Always wear heavy-
duty work gloves when mounting or otherwise handling the
mowing blade, @ 5.5.
To replace the mowing blade:
► Set the cutting height to position 4, @ 18.1.
► Fold down the handle, @ 12.2.
► Stand the mower on end.
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2
► Use a piece of wood (2) to block the mowing blade (1).
► Remove the screw (3).
► Remove the mowing blade including the washer (4).
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2
► Fit the washer (1) on the screw (2).
► Coat the screw with Loctite 243 or Loctite 242.
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4
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► Fit the new mowing blade (3) as depicted above. The
retainers must fit into the holes in the mowing blade.
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► Screw in the screw (2) together with the washer.
► Use a piece of wood (4) to block the mowing blade (3).
► Firmly tighten down the screw.
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