Use and Care Manual

~ NOTE
You will need a torque wrench
to install the blade properly.
Figure 16
4. Remove the blade, saving all mounting hardware. Examine the
blade support
and blade bolt to see if there is damage. Examine
the
motor shaft to make sure that it is not bent. (See Figure 17)
Figure 17
A CAUTION
Use only a replacement
blade approved by the
manufacturer of your mower. Using a blade not
approved by the manufacturer of your mower is
hazardous, could damage your mower and void your
warranty.
A WARNING
machine housing.
Position the curved ends of
the blade to point toward the
5. Install the new blade. Use a block of wood between the blade and
lawn mower housing and tighten the blade bolt, turning clockwise.
The recommended tightening
torque is 45-55 Nm. (See Figure 18)
Figure 18
A CAUTION
To ensure safe operation of
your mower, periodically
check the blade bolt for correct torque.
Blade bolt is heat treated.
~ NOTE
If bolt needs replacing,
replace only with approved bolt.
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