Mowerbladereplacement - Snapper 2812523BVE Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

Maintenance(Continued)
WARNING
DONOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or
repairs with the engine running. STOPengine. STOP blade.
Engage parking brake. Remove key. Remove spark plug
wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine
and components are HOT.Avoid serious burns, allow all
parts to cool before working on machine. Fuel Filler Cap
and vent must be closed securely to prevent fuel spillage.
MowerBladeReplacement
Blade Wear Limits
1. Inspect the blade frequently for signs of excessivewear
or damage (Figure 42):
(A) New blade;
(B) Wear limit (notch starts);
(C) Dangerous condition - do not use on mower!
Replace with new blade.
4. Removethe bolts (B, Figure 43), washers (C) and nuts
(D) securing the mower blade (A) to the spindle.
5. Inspect the condition of the blade (Figure 42).
6. If the blade is in good condition, sharpen at 22 to 28
degrees (B, Figure44). DONOT sharpen beyond exist-
ing cutting edge (A).
7. Check blade balanceafter sharpening. If necessary,cor-
rect blade balance by grinding the heavy end of the
blade.
8. Reinstall the blade. Torquethe blade mounting bolts to
the recommended range of 30 to 40 ft. Ibs.
Figure 42: Mower blade wear limits
WARNING
Wear heavy leather gloves when handling or working
around cutting blades. Bladesare extremely sharp and can
cause severe injury. DO NOT use a cutting blade that shows
signs of excessive wear or damage.
Figure 43. Removing the mower blade
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BladeSharpening
1. Follow the WARNINGstatement found on this page.
2. Checkthe fuel level in the tank. If over 3/4 full, remove
the tank. Refer to the section entitled "REMOVINGFUEL
TANK". If 3/4 or less, proceed to the next step.
3. Carefully stand the Rear Engine Rider on its rear
bumper.
Figure 44. Sharpening the mower blade
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