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Remove the blade drive belt from all the pulleys.4.
5.
proper belt routing.
6.
the idler pulley so that a ten-pound pull with a spring scale
between two pulleys deflects the belt about ⁄
Replacing the Blades
WARNING!
the parking brake lever, turn the ignition key to the
handling the blades. When servicing the mower
deck, be careful not to cut yourself on the
sharpened blades.
Remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the spark
plugs.
2.
block it in that position.
Wrap a rag around one end of the blade and grasp it to
prevent it from turning, or secure the blade by placing a
block of wood between the blade and the deck housing.
4. ⁄
bolt.
5. ⁄
Remove the blade.6.
To replace the blade reverse the above process and tighten 7.
NOTE: Add a small amount of multi-purpose grease to the
bolt threads to avoid corrosion and galvenic action.
WARNING!
that are bent should be replaced. The cutting blades
are sharp and can cause severe injury. Wrap the
cutting surface of the blade with a rag to avoid
injury.
Figure 7-5
Figure 7-6
