Operating instructions

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FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Safety & Operating Instructions

Removing and Replacing the Blade

Tools Needed:

■ 15/16" wrench or socket

■ Air wrench if available

■ Wear gloves

■ 2 x 4 to brace the blade

1. Block the blade with a piece of

wood between the blade and the

skid on the chute side of the deck

(Figure 20).

2. Remove the blade lock nut (right-

hand, regular thread) and washer.

3. Remove the blade.

4. Mount the new blade, washer and lock nut.

Note: Be sure the blade is seated completely over the small ridge in the spindle hub

before tightening the lock nut.

Figure 20

WARNING! Before performing any maintenance procedure, stop the

engine and disconnect the spark plug wire(s).

WARNING! Use caution when pushing or pulling the wrench next to the

blade. Wear gloves, if the wrench slips off the nut, you ma

be seriously injured.