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Figure 26
1. Blade
2. Accelerator
Inspecting the Blade
Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Inspect
the mower blades for wear or
damage.
Carefully examine the blade for sharpness and wear,
especially where the flat and the curved parts meet
(Figure
27A). Because sand and abrasive material
can wear away the metal that connects the flat and
curved parts of the blade, check the blade before
using the machine. If you notice a slot or wear
27B and
Figure
27C), replace the blade; refer to
Removing the Blade (page
Figure 27
1. Sail
2. Flat part of the blade
Note:
For the best performance, install a new blade
before the mowing season begins. During the year,
file down any small nicks to maintain the cutting edge.
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3. Blade bolt and lock washer
(Figure
26).
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3. Wear
4. Slot formed
DANGER
A worn or damaged blade can break, and a
piece of the blade could be thrown toward you
or bystanders, resulting in serious personal
injury or death.
• Inspect the blade periodically for wear or
damage.
• Replace a worn or damaged blade.
Inspecting the Accelerator
Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Inspect
the accelerator for wear or damage.
Carefully examine the accelerator for excessive wear
(Figure
28). Because sand and abrasive material can
wear away the metal (especially in the area shown
as item 2 in
Figure
28), check the accelerator before
using the machine. If you notice that a tab on the
accelerator has been worn down to a sharp edge or
there is a crack, replace the accelerator.
1. Accelerator
2. Wear area
WARNING
A worn or damaged accelerator can break,
and a piece of the accelerator could be thrown
at you or bystanders, resulting in serious
personal injury or death.
• Inspect the accelerator periodically for
wear or damage.
• Replace a worn or damaged accelerator.
Removing the Blade
1.
Grasp the end of the blade using a rag or a
thickly padded glove.
2.
Remove the blade bolt, the lock washer, the
accelerator, and the blade
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Figure 28
3. Tab
4. Crack formed
(Figure
27).
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