Full Product Manual

16 Section 4 — Product care
The blade(s) may be removed as follows.
Note: It may be easier to change the blade(s)
by first removing the deck from beneath
the tractor, (refer to Cutting Deck Removal
earlier in this section) then gently flip the
deck over to expose its underside. It is
possible to change the blade(s), however,
with the deck still attached to the tractor. If
attempting to change the blade(s) with the
deck still installed on the tractor, first move
the deck lift lever to its highest (#5) position.
1. Remove the mulch plug, deck chute or
bagging chute, if equipped, exposing the
deck chute opening.
2. Using a block of wood or 2 x 4, insert it into
the deck opening and rotate the blade
around until it wedges the wood between
the deck opening and the cutting blade, as
shown in Figure 4-10.
Figure 4-10
3. Remove the hex screw (a) and the blade bell
support (b) which holds the blade (c) and
the blade adapter (d) to the deck motor. See
Figure 4-11.
(d)
(c)
(a)
(b)
Figure 4-11
4. Remove blade (c) and adapter (d) from the
deck motor spindle See Figure 4-11.
5. To properly sharpen the cutting blade,
remove equal amounts of metal from both
ends of the blade along the cutting edges,
parallel to the trailing edge, at a 25°- to 30°
angle. Always grind each cutting blade edge
equally to maintain proper blade balance.
See Figure 4-12.
Figure 4-12
6. Test the blade’s balance using a blade
balancer. Grind metal from the heavy side
until it balances evenly.
WARNING
A poorly balanced blade will cause excessive vibration, may
damage the tractor and/or result in personal injury.
Note: When replacing the blade, be sure to
install the blade with the side of the blade
marked ‘‘Bottom’’ (or with a part number
stamped in it) facing the ground when the
tractor is in the operating position.
CAUTION
Use a torque wrench to tighten the hex bolt to between
450-600 in-lbs.
Battery Disposal
Disposing of Damaged or Worn-Out Batteries
WARNING
The following toxic and corrosive material is used in this
battery: LITHIUM-ION, a toxic material.
WARNING
To prevent contamination of the environment, contact your
local waste disposal agency for specific instructions before
disposing of damaged or worn-out lithium-ion batteries.
Take batteries to a local recycling and/or disposal center,
certified for lithium-ion battery disposal.
WARNING
Do not use broken or cracked batteries, even if there is no
leakage. Replace damaged or worn-out batteries with new
batteries. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR BATTERIES! Repair
attempts may result in severe personal injury, due to
explosion or electrical shock.
To avoid personal injury and damage to the
environment:
• Do not attempt to remove or destroy any
of the battery components. Do not open
or mutilate the battery. If a leak develops,
released electrolytes are corrosive and toxic.
Do not get the solution in your eyes or on
your skin, and do not swallow it.
• Do not dispose of the battery in the regular
household trash.
• Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The
cell may explode.
• Do not dispose of the battery where it
will become part of any waste landfill or
municipal solid waste stream.
• Cover the battery terminals with heavy-duty
adhesive tape.
• Dispose of the battery according to local,
state and federal regulations.
• Dispose of the battery promptly.
About Call2Recycle® Battery
Seals
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program helps battery and
product manufacturers fulfill
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battery or product can be safely and responsibly
recycled.
About Call2Recycle®
Since 1994, Call2Recycle® has diverted more
than 75 million pounds of rechargeable batteries
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than 200 battery and/or product manufacturers,
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To locate the nearest recycling center, please call
1-800-822-8837.
Troubleshooting
Excessive Vibration
1. Blade loose or unbalanced
• Tighten cutting blade and deck
spindle
2. Cutting blade damaged, unbalanced or bent.
• Replace the blade
Uneven Cut
1. Deck not properly leveled
• Perform front-to-rear deck
adjustment
2. Cutting blade dull or damaged
• Sharpen or replace cutting blade
3. Uneven tire pressure
• Check and correct tire pressure in all
four tires