Service Mower - 40
SERVICE MOWER
Sharpening Blades
• Sharpen blades with grinder, hand file, or electric blade
sharpener.
MX8333
• Keep original bevel (A) when grinding.
• Blade should have 0.40 mm (1/64 in.) cutting edge (B)
or less.
• Balance blades before installing.
Balancing Blades
1. Clean blade.
M61524
2. Put blade on nail in a vise. Turn blade to horizontal
position.
3. Check balance. If blade is not balanced, heavy end of
blade will drop.
4. Grind bevel of heavy end. Do not change blade bevel.
c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Mower blades are
dangerous!
• Always wear gloves while working on
blades.
• Always wear safety eye protection when
grinding.
c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Mower blades are
sharp. Always wear gloves when handling
mower blades or working near blades.
A
B