9. Blade 1
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is installed first, the bolt holes being aligned
with the outer blade studs
hole
55
on the blade hub
nOTE: Ensure the keyed mounting hole
the key
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on the blade hub
should be proud of blade 1
The key
57
10. Blade 2
53
is installed second, the bolt holes being
aligned with the inner blade studs
mounting hole
55
on the blade hub
in Fig. BB.
nOTE: Ensure the keyed mounting hole
the key
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on the blade hub
shown in Fig. BB.
nOTE: If blade 2
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blade hub
54
, then the blades have been mounted in
the incorrect order and must be reversed.
11. Thread the four blade nuts
and
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as shown in Fig. AA, BB. Hand tighten the four
blade nuts
51
.
nOTE: When replacing sharpened or new blades on
blade hub
54
make sure the bottom of the blade as
marked Grass Side will be facing the ground when the
mower is returned to its normal upright position.
12. Secure the blade assembly
the four blade nuts
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wrench
44
(not included). Torque the four blade
nuts
51
to 13-20 ft-lbs.
13. In this order, install the blade assembly
spacer
45
onto the blade shaft
nOTE: Align the keys
the key slots
50
on the blade shaft
Fig. CC.
14. Install the blade assembly bolt
15. Position the 2" x 4" wood
assembly
47
and outer lip of deck as shown in Fig. DD to
keep the blades from turning.
16. Fully tighten the blade assembly bolt
9/16" (14 mm) wrench
blade assembly bolt
43
17. Return the mower to its normal upright position.
Blade Sharpening
KEEP BLADE SHARP FOR BEST MOWER PERFORMANCE. A
DULL BLADE DOES NOT CUT GRASS CLEANLY.
WARNING: Use gloves and proper eye protection while
removing, sharpening, and installing blades. Ensure
that safety key and battery packs are removed.
Sharpening the blades twice during a mowing season is
usually sufficient under normal circumstances. Sand causes
the blade to dull quickly. If your lawn has sandy soil, more
frequent sharpening may be required. REPlACE BEnT OR
DAMAgED BlADEs iMMEDiATElY.
When Sharpening a Blade:
•
Make sure blade remains balanced.
•
Sharpen blades at the original cutting angle.
•
Sharpen cutting edges on both ends of blade, removing
equal amounts of material from both ends.
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and keyed mounting
54
as shown in Fig. AA.
55
engages
54
as shown in Fig. AA.
52
.
58
and keyed
54
as shown
55
engages
54
and sits flush as
is not flush with the key
onto the blade studs
51
47
in a vise
48
. Tighten
clockwise with a 9/16" (14 mm)
47
and keyed
49
as shown in Fig. CC.
46
on the keyed spacer
49
as shown in
43
and hand tighten.
42
between the blade
43
using a
44
(not included). Torque the
to 37-50 ft-lbs.
To Sharpen Blade in a Vise (Fig. EE)
1. Be sure the bail handle is released, the blades have
stopped and safety key and battery packs are removed
before removing the blades.
2. Remove blades from mower. See instructions for
Removing and Installing Blades.
3. Secure blade
4. Wear proper eye protection and gloves and be careful
not to cut yourself.
5. Carefully file the cutting edges of the blade with a
fine tooth file
(not included), maintaining the angle of the original
cutting edge.
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on the
6. Check balance of blade. See instructions for Blade Balancing.
7. Replace blades on mower and tighten securely.
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Blade Balancing (Fig. FF)
Check balance of each blade
mounting hole
clamped horizontally in a vise
rotates downward, file along the sharp edge of that dropping
end. Blade is properly balanced when neither end drops.
Cleaning (Fig. A)
WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with
clean, dry air at least once a week. To minimize the risk
of eye injury, always use ANSI Z87.1 (CAN/CSA Z94.3)
approved eye protection and NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA
approved respiratory protection when performing this.
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with
WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh
chemicals for cleaning the non‑metallic parts of the
tool. These chemicals may weaken the plastic materials
used in these parts. Use a cloth dampened only with
water and mild soap. Never let any liquid get inside the
tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
•
Release bail handle
come to a stop.
•
Remove the battery packs and safety key.
•
Clean out any clippings which may have accumulated on
the underside of the deck. Do not spray with water or any
other liquids.
•
After several uses, check all exposed fasteners
for tightness.
Corrosion (Fig. A)
Fertilizers and other garden chemicals contain agents which
greatly accelerate the corrosion of metals. If you mow in areas
where fertilizers or chemicals have been used, the mower
should be cleaned immediately afterward as follows:
Release bail handle
battery packs and safety key. Wipe all exposed parts with a
damp cloth.
CAUTION: Do not pour or spray water on the mower
in an attempt to clean it. Do not store the tool on or
adjacent to fertilizers or chemicals. Such storage can
cause rapid corrosion.
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or
53
in a vise
48
.
59
(not included) or sharpening stone
52
or
53
by placing the keyed
55
over a nail or round screwdriver
48
. If either end of a blade
8
to turn mower off, let the blades
8
to turn mower off and remove
English
60
,
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